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FIFA World Cup 2018: Harry Maguire - Rise of England's Unlikely New Hero
Harry Maguire travelled to watch England as a fan at Euro 2016, but two years later he is a pillar of the defence as the country prepares for its first World Cup semi-final in 28 years.
Amid 3-Year Involvement in Yemen's War, UAE Extends Compulsory Military Service to 16 Months
Men who hold a high school diploma or its equivalent will serve 16 months instead of 12, while those who do not have a high school qualification continue to serve for two years.
Theft at Chidambaram's Chennai House, Cash and Jewels Worth Over Rs 2 Lakh Stolen
A senior police official said Rs 1.5 lakh in cash and gold jewels worth Rs 1 lakh had gone missing some days ago, with the theft coming to light recently.
CBI Looks for Banking, Tax Experts to Help Probe in Multi-Crore Scams
According to an official communique sent by the CBI to finance and other key ministries, the agency has asked for officers on deputation as advisor (banking), senior advisor (foreign trade or foreign exchange), deputy advisor (foreign trade or foreign exc...
Had No Hesitation in Inviting Pranab Mukherjee, He Had None in Accepting: Mohan Bhagwat
The RSS's decision to invite the former president to address its volunteers last month, and the latter's decision to accept the invitation, had raised many eyebrows, with some Congress leaders criticising Mukherjee.
'Cops Behaving Like Singham': NGO Alleges Fake Encounter Threat from UP Police
Rihai Manch head Rajiv Yadav claimed on Saturday that he was threatened by the police station in-charge at Kandharpur in Azamgarh district.
Back to Square One? North Korea Rejects 'Gangster-Like' US Demand
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo was in Tokyo to brief his Japanese and South Korean counterparts on the talks, which he called positive, and declined to comment on Pyongyang's statement rejecting his efforts and appealing to US President Donald Trump to...
Death Toll Climbs to 54 as Heavy Rain Hammers Southern Japan, PM Abe Warns of ‘Race Against Time’
According to the Japan Meteorological Agency, three hours of rainfall in one area in Kochi prefecture reached an accumulated 26.3 centimeters (10.4 inches), the highest since such records started in 1976.
TMC, CPM Oppose PM Modi’s ‘One Nation, One Poll’ Proposal, Say ‘Start With BJP-Ruled States’
While some welcomed the move with few amendments in Article 356, some leaders have vehemently opposed the decision by terming it as BJP’s ploy to weaken the democratic structure of India.
35-Year-Old Woman Injured in Andheri Bridge Collapse Dies
Sources said the condition of 52-year-old Manoj Mehta, who was also injured in the incident, remained critical.
Toll from Deadly Thai Tourist Boat Disaster Rises to 41
The death toll rose to 41 on Saturday, with 15 still missing, according to the Phuket province public relations department.
Mithun Chakraborty's Son's Marriage Cancelled on Day he Gets Bail in Rape Case
Mahaakshay's marriage was to be conducted Saturday at the actor's posh hotel in Udhagamandalam (Ooty) in Nilgiris district of Tamil Nadu.
FIFA World Cup 2018: Harry Kane Sets Sights on New Records as he Targets Glory
Harry Kane is leading the race for the World Cup Golden Boot as he bids to become the first England player to win the prize since Gary Lineker 32 years ago.
Heavy Rains Claim 4 Lives in Maharashtra, 106 Picnickers Stranded at Waterfall Rescued
Scattered heavy rainfall with isolated spells of very heavy rain are expected in Mumbai and surrounding areas till Wednesday, an IMD official said.
3 Civilians, Including Teen Girl, Killed in Alleged Firing by Forces at Stone-Pelters in Kashmir's Kulgam
Clashes broke out between protesters and security forces in Hawoora Mishipora village in Qoimoh area of Kulgam in south Kashmir, a police official said.
Philippine President Duterte Promises to Resign if Anyone Can Prove God Exists
President Rodrigo Duterte, who has had a thorny relationship with the church, questioned anew in a speech late Friday some of the basic tenets of the Catholic faith, including the concept of original sin, which he said taints even innocent infants and can...