Rahul Gandhi, the 'prince' of Indian politics who lost his parliament seat
Gandhi will not be able to contest the next general election unless he gets his conviction suspended or overturned.
Fri Mar 24 2023
Three decades later, convict in former Indian PM Gandhi assassination freed
The court said Perarivalan was released after considering his "satisfactory conduct in jail and during parole" and "chronic ailments."
Fri May 20 2022
Leader of India's opposition Congress holds on after dissent letter
Sonia Gandhi had offered to resign as interim leader after almost two dozen senior figures called for better decision-making in the party.
Tue Aug 25 2020
India's Independence Day: Sonia stresses on coexistence, inclusive development
In her message on the eve of 70th Independence Day, she appealed to every citizen to follow the solemn duty of protecting and preserving the values of freedom and equality.
Mon Aug 15 2016
India's Sonia Gandhi hospitalised for infection
India's Sonia Gandhi has been hospitalised for a respiratory infection, her party said on Friday.
Fri Dec 19 2014
Sonia Gandhi released from hospital
India's ruling Congress party chief Sonia Gandhi released from hospital.
Tue Aug 27 2013
Sonia Gandhi, Singh to fight India elections
India's ruling Congress will fight the 2014 general elections under the leadership of party president Sonia Gandhi and octogenarian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, a senior party leader said Saturday.
Sun Apr 07 2013
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024