India unveils tougher rules for social media such as Facebook, Twitter
The guidelines in its code of digital media ethics were needed to hold social media and other companies accountable for misuse and abuse.
Thu Feb 25 2021
Azalina in India to study Special Criminal Court on sexual cases against children
Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said is on a two-day working visit to New Delhi, India, today to study the implementation of the Special Criminal Court to handle sexual crime cases against children.
Thu May 04 2017
India to young people: The internet is for finding spouses, not one-night stands
The Indian government worries that marriage sites are being "misused" where young people may be logging onto matrimonial sites looking for dates, not marriage.
Tue Jun 07 2016
Indian spiritual guru failed at peace talks with Islamic State
Indian guru Sri Sri Ravi Shankar claims to have attempted to start peace talks with the militants of the Islamic State. But his efforts proved futile.
Sat Apr 23 2016
Ravi Shankar's daughter says was sexually abused
The daughter of legendary Indian sitar player Ravi Shankar said Thursday in a video released for a global women's rights campaign that she had been sexually abused as a child by a family friend.
Thu Feb 14 2013
Ravi Shankar daughter accepts Grammy for late legend
Indian sitar player Ravi Shankar's daughter Anoushka accepted a Grammy on behalf of her late father Sunday in a category in which she had also been nominated.
Mon Feb 11 2013
Ravi Shankar: The passing of an icon
Ravi Shankar: The passing of an icon
Thu Dec 13 2012
Shankar to receive posthumous Grammy award
Three-time Grammy winner Shankar, who died Tuesday in California, is among seven artists including Carole King and the Temptations named as Grammys Lifetime Achievement Award honorees.
Thu Dec 13 2012
Ravi Shankar: 'The Godfather of World Music'
Ravi Shankar, who died on Wednesday aged 92, was the world's most famous sitar player, who popularised classical Indian music abroad largely through his work with The Beatles' George Harrison.
Wed Dec 12 2012
Sitar maestro Ravi Shankar dies
World famous Indian musician Pandit Ravi Shankar passed away in San Diego, United States on Tuesday evening.
Wed Dec 12 2012
Shankar died with family at side after US surgery
Legendary Indian sitar player Ravi Shankar died Tuesday with his family at his side, after surgery in California that could have "potentially given him a new lease of life," a statement said.
Tue Dec 11 2012
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
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024