A tech-savvy Maha Kumbh: India aims for a safer religious festival
Police say they are using AI-based software to count the number of people and prevent stampedes.
Sun Jan 26 2025
India's Maha Kumbh festival sees 15 million people take holy dip on first day
Nearly 15 million Hindus, six times the number expected, took a dip in freezing waters seeking absolution of their sins.
Tue Jan 14 2025
India's Maha Kumbh Mela: A look at the gigantic pitcher festival
The Maha Kumbh Mela in northern India is the largest gathering of humanity in the world.
Mon Jan 13 2025
Former Indian lawmaker slain live on TV while in police custody, state restricts gatherings
The two victims died within minutes, while police quickly detained three men suspected of carrying out the slaying.
Mon Apr 17 2023
Over a million Indians to gather beside Ganges, defying COVID-19 surge
Devotees to gather on the banks of the Ganges river for a holy bathe despite a 30-fold rise in coronavirus cases in the past one month.
Fri Jan 14 2022
AIFA: A rapid response chatbot to verify news accuracy
The Artificial Intelligence Fact-check Assistant is spearheaded by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission.
Wed Jan 29 2025
Air Busan Airbus plane catches fire at South Korea's Busan airport
All 169 passengers and seven crew members were evacuated, with three having minor injuries, fire authorities in Busan said.
Wed Jan 29 2025
Italy's Meloni under investigation over release of Libyan suspect
The ICC has demanded an explanation, saying it had not been consulted over the decision to let him go.
Wed Jan 29 2025
Six feared buried alive in Miri landslide
The landslide occurred in Kampung Lereng Bukit in Miri, Sarawak early this morning.
Wed Jan 29 2025
PM hopes CNY celebrations mark fresh start to strengthen nation's unity
CNY celebrations reminds us of Confucius' wisdom, which emphasises that harmony is the foundation of strength, says the PM.
Wed Jan 29 2025
Indonesia's new leader expands military's role in test of fragile democracy
Nearly 30 years after Suharto's fall, Indonesia's president stirs unease by relying on the military to enforce his governing vision.
Wed Jan 29 2025
Predator drone maker asks Musk's DOGE to cut Pentagon red tape, letter shows
In a letter, Linden Blue urges Musk to reform defense acquisition system to enhance its efficiency and contribution to national security.
Wed Jan 29 2025
As Gazans return north, some Israelis near border fear another attack
The sight of Gazans returning to the remains of their homes, left some Israelis in nearby communities worried about their future.
Wed Jan 29 2025
OpenAI asks Indian court to throw out book publishers challenge in copyright battle
OpenAI argues that its ChatGPT service only disseminates public information.
Wed Jan 29 2025
7,964 out of 18,000 stranded workers selected in first batch for entry to Malaysia
Saifuddin Nasution Ismail proposes forming a Joint Technical Group to expedite the workers' phased entry.
Wed Jan 29 2025