Chhattisgarh: India official fined $640 for draining dam to find phone
The man ordered millions of litres to be drained after dropping his phone while taking a selfie.
1970-01-01 08:00
Wrestlers' protest: IOC says police action against Indian athletes very disturbing
International Olympic Committee demands criminal investigation into sexual harassment allegations.
1970-01-01 08:00
US penalises Kosovo after violent unrest
Kosovo has been expelled from a US-led military exercise after tensions in majority-Serb areas.
1970-01-01 08:00
Macau facing increased restrictions under expanded security law
The government in the Chinese territory says the changes are in line with legislation in Hong Kong.
1970-01-01 08:00
India's protesting wrestlers to sink medals in Ganges
The wrestlers, which includes Olympic medallists, have also vowed to go on indefinite hunger strike in Delhi.
1970-01-01 08:00
CSK wins IPL: Dhoni's delayed retirement delights fans
The 41-year-old former Indian captain was expected to retire from all forms of cricket this year.
1970-01-01 08:00
Man uniting Indian families torn by colonialism
Shamshu Deen has helped more than 300 people in the Caribbean find long-lost loved ones in India.
1970-01-01 08:00
Spain's political high roller Sanchez takes biggest gamble yet
By Belén Carreño and Andrei Khalip MADRID Pedro Sanchez's reputation as a risk-taker precedes him but his announcement
1970-01-01 08:00
Anatomy of a Fall: French thriller wins Cannes Film Festival Palme d'Or prize
Filmmaker Justine Triet becomes the third female director ever to win the prestigious prize.
1970-01-01 08:00
Wes Anderson, Ken Loach among contenders for Cannes Film Festival's top prize
CANNES Veteran directors Wes Anderson, Ken Loach and Wim Wenders are among those in the running for the
1970-01-01 08:00
'How to Have Sex' wins Cannes' 'Certain Regard' competition
By Hanna Rantala CANNES The provocatively titled film "How to Have Sex," about three British teen girls who
1970-01-01 08:00
Bangladesh country profile
Provides an overview of Bangladesh, including key dates and facts about this South Asian nation.
1970-01-01 08:00