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Pakistan Ex-Military Leader Given Death Sentence by Court
After years of delays to legal proceedings and no-shows at hearings, General Pervez Musharraf has been given the death sentence by his country’s highest court. The ruling was delivered in Islamabad, in his absence. Gen Musharraf was given a high treason...2019-12-26 1277 0 -
Tallest Contemporary Stone-carved Pillars in India Installed
The new art works are Inspired by the Indus Valley Civilisation Close-up of carvings on the pillars. Pillar facade with the Dancing Girl, a central figure unearthed from the Indus Valley Civilisation. Images courtesy Stone Oasis. Stone Oasis has...2019-12-25 1798 0 -
Birmingham rail experts partner with India’s transport leaders for hi-tech future
University of Birmingham railways experts will work with the National Rail and Transport Institute of India (NRTI) to establish a new research centre to help develop and deliver hi-tech transport systems that improve journeys for people...2019-12-24 1330 0 -
Sri Lanka: Churches remain open despite security concerns this Christmas
 In the build up to Christmas, Christian minority groups all over the world are preparing for one of the most important celebrations in the year. In Sri Lanka, communities still recovering from the Easter attacks will...2019-12-23 1832 0 -
Saudi Arabia’s First Female CEO makes Forbes 100 most Influential Women List
Picture inscription: Rania Nashar, Samba Financial Group CEO.  RIYADH — Saudi Arabia’s first female Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is named in Forbes 100 most influential women on the planet for a second time running.  Rania Nashar, Samba Financial Group CEO, was...2019-12-19 1990 0 -
Sri Lanka’s New Military President: Gotabaya Rajapaksa gets sworn in
Gatabaya Rajapaksa has been elected into presidency by the Sri Lankan general public. As the first ex-military personnel to assume office, his new position has caused concern surrounding issues of human rights and fair treatment of minorities.  The 70-year-old was...2019-12-18 1590 0 -
Miss Bangladesh Creates History; First Miss Universe from an Asian Muslim Country
 Miss Bangladesh has created history. You must be wondering how. Let’s break the mystery then!! She became the first Miss Universe from an Asian Muslim country.   Miss Bangladesh Universe Shirin Akter Shela was crowned at a glittering ceremony by former...2019-12-17 5079 0 -
More than five people killed in New Delhi over Indian citizenship law
Police have fired tear gas and struck demonstrators with batons in India as thousands have protested against a new law that provides citizenship to non-Muslims fleeing religious persecution from numerous neighbouring countries. The third day of...2019-12-16 2242 0 -
Pakistan Races Spain to Become World’s Largest Olive Producer
 Experts have argued that Pakistan is home to more land suitable for olive growth than Spain. The latter country is currently the largest olive producer in the world. However, it could soon be left behind as...2019-12-16 2189 0 -
Viral Photo of Indian Girl Living in Slums got her into school
A five-year-old living in Hyderabad was given a free place in school after an image of her peeking into a classroom caused a public outcry Divya Lakshman has become a local celebrity after becoming the subject of a...2019-12-14 1436 0
