International
Turkey says detained Swedish journalist faces terror charges for 'insulting' Prez
Istanbul, March 30 (IANS) Turkey on Sunday said that the Swedish journalist Joakim Medin, who was detained on his arrival to cover unrest in the country over the jailing of Istanbul's mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, has been charged with terror-related offences and insulting Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
US airstrike kills several ISIS operatives in Somalia
Mogadishu, March 30 (IANS) The United States Africa Command (AFRICOM), in coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia, conducted an airstrike on several ISIS-Somalia targets in the east African country.
Big stroms can't uproot those connected to roots, says PM Modi, lauds Indian diaspora
New Delhi, March 30 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday emphasised the importance of staying connected to one's roots, stating that "when one remains connected to roots, no matter how big the storm, it cannot uproot them."
Nepal: Govt calls for action against former King, pro-monarchy protestors warn against it
Kathmandu, March 30 (IANS) Nepal's ruling party, the Nepali Congress, and opposition Communist Party of Nepal (Maoist Centre) demanded action against the former King Gyanendra Shah, holding him responsible for the violent protests that engulfed Nepal.