
Death toll rises to at least 18 in New Delhi railway station stampede
More than a dozen of the injured are being treated in hospital, according to reports.
Mon Feb 17 2025

India's Modi takes 'holy dips' at Maha Kumbh, week after stampede killed dozens
Security personnel stood in the water nearby while thousands of people crowded the banks to watch the prime minister perform the rituals.
Wed Feb 05 2025

What is special about the 'royal bath' at India's Maha Kumbh festival?
Hindus believe that taking a dip at the confluence of three sacred rivers absolves them of sins.
Sat Feb 01 2025

Moments before deadly stampede at India's Maha Kumbh, devotees pleaded to open more routes
Police say the path leading to main bathing area is only 50 metres wide and barricaded on either side to avoid people spilling over.
Fri Jan 31 2025

Millions of Hindus take "holy dip" a day after fatal stampede
Devotees take daily 'holy dips,' but on certain dates, "royal" dips are deemed more sacred, drawing larger crowds.
Thu Jan 30 2025

What caused the stampede at India's Maha Kumbh festival that killed dozens?
Here are some details about the incident and the situation on the ground.
Thu Jan 30 2025

India orders probe into Kumbh festival stampede that killed dozens
The government has decided that a judicial inquiry of the incident will be done, says Uttar Pradesh state Chief Minister.
Thu Jan 30 2025

Nearly 40 bodies at morgue after India's Kumbh stampede, police sources say
Witnesses say devotees trying to escape an initial stampede were caught in another stampede at an exit.
Wed Jan 29 2025

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

Tun M fails in bid to attend Batu Puteh RCI proceedings
The judge dismiss the application without costs at a proceeding attended by lawyers representing Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad.
Mon Jan 13 2025

'We firmly believe we made correct decisions on the law and facts' - Chief Justice
Chief Justice Tun Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat will go on mandatory retirement upon turning 66 in July this year.
Wed Jan 08 2025

Batu Puteh RCI not an act of revenge - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says the narrative of vengeance should not be raised in the issue, especially by the opposition.
Fri Dec 13 2024

Batu Puteh: Wan Azizah, Anthony Loke, Mohamad Sabu refute Tun Mahathir's claim on "Cabinet decision"
In a joint statement, the trio says, Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad only informed the Cabinet of the decision he had made two days later.
Thu Dec 12 2024

Ukraine says ready to accept 30-day ceasefire with Russia
Ukraine conveyed its readiness to accept a 30-day ceasefire with Russia, as delegations from Kyiv and Washington met in Saudi Arabia.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Musk's SpaceX agrees Starlink cooperation with Airtel in India
Tech billionaire Elon Musk plans to enter the Indian internet market with his Starlink satellite system, reported German news agency dpa.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Trump announces higher steel and aluminium tariffs for Canada
US President Donald Trump plans to impose additional high tariffs on steel and aluminium imports from Canada.
Wed Mar 12 2025
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[COLUMNIST] The futility of resisting English: A barrier to national progress
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Wed Mar 12 2025

What is driving the bloodshed in Syria?
The violence has pitted the Islamist-led government's security forces against fighters from Assad's Alawite minority.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Only seven countries met WHO air quality standards in 2024, data shows
Only Australia, New Zealand, the Bahamas, Barbados, Grenada, Estonia and Iceland made the grade, according to IQAir.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Gaza hunger crisis could return if Israeli blockade continues, UN relief agency chief says
UNRWA warns the situation in Gaza is quickly deteriorating.
Wed Mar 12 2025

What happened in Philippine drug war that led to Duterte's arrest?
Here are some facts about the drug war during Duterte's presidency from 2016 to 2022.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Soccer - Manchester United plans to build 'world's greatest stadium'
Manchester United plans to build a new 100,000-seat stadium next to the existing Old Trafford, the club announces.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Meta begins testing its first in-house AI training chip
Meta is working with Taiwan-based chip manufacturer TSMC to produce the chip, according to sources.
Tue Mar 11 2025