Mass protest erupts in Nepal's Maitighar Mandala over journalist's death (Ld)

IANS | March 29, 2025 1:21 PM

Kathmandu, March 29 (IANS) A wave of outrage has gripped Nepal's media community on Saturday following the tragic death of Avenues TV journalist Suresh Rajak, who was reportedly burned alive during a violent pro-monarchy protest in Tinkune, Kathmandu. Journalists across the city have converged on Nepal's Maitighar Mandala to stage a mass protest, demanding justice and accountability for the heinous crime.

Another earthquake hits Myanmar amid rescue efforts; over 150 dead, hundreds injured (Ld)

IANS | March 29, 2025 7:12 AM

Naypyidaw (Myanmar), March 29 (IANS) Another earthquake, with a magnitude of 4.2 on the Richter Scale, hit Myanmar late on Friday, the National Center for Seismology reported. This comes hours after a powerful 7.7 magnitude quake rattled much of Southeast Asia. More than 150 people were confirmed dead and hundreds were injured after the first earthquake.

India, US discuss trade, defence

Yashwant Raj | March 29, 2025 12:01 AM

Washington, March 29 (IANS) India and the US, on Friday, discussed trade just days ahead of President Donald Trump's reciprocal tariffs system kicks into effect.

PM Modi's vision of reverence for Dr Ambedkar reflected in holiday: Anurag Thakur praises the decision

IANS | March 28, 2025 11:36 PM

New Delhi, March 28 (IANS) BJP leader Anurag Thakur lauded the government's decision to announce a public holiday on April 14, marking the birth anniversary of Dr B.R. Ambedkar, the architect of India’s Constitution. Thakur praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for this significant move, stating that it reflects his true reverence and respect for Dr Ambedkar’s invaluable contribution to the country.