The International Criminal Court (ICC) on Friday voted to remove its chief prosecutor, Karim Khan, over findings of “serious misconduct and serious breach of duty”, nearly two years after allegations of sexual misconduct first surfaced. The decision comes as the Hague-based court faces mounting pressure from the United States, which has intensified its campaign against…
Abhishek Sharma (ANI Photo) After the bruising their T20 side endured on the UK tour, this Zimbabwe series could be just the ideal fillip India needed.Having finally recorded their maiden win under new T20 captain Shreyas Iyer after seven winless matches at the helm, India will look to secure an unassailable 2-0 lead when they…
Spain, France battle devastating wildfires More than 200,000 people have either fled or been ordered to remain indoors as massive wildfires swept across Spain and France on Friday. The fires prompted Spain to declare a national emergency, while French authorities ordered the complete evacuation, by land and sea, of one of the country’s most popular…
Rahul Gandhi attacks Modi govt over ‘brutality’ during July 20 student protest NEW DELHI: Lok Sabha leader of opposition Rahul Gandhi on Saturday criticised the PM Modi-led Centre and the Delhi police over what he called the “brutality” during the July 20 student protests in Delhi.He said that in today’s India, students protesting for their…
India is preparing to host 2030 Commonwealth Games & striving to stage the 2036 Olympic Games, says PM Ahmedabad’s appetite for bold bets can be measured in acres. At a recent planning summit, Indian Olympic Association (IOA) senior vice-president Ajay Patel offered a striking comparison. “Paris used 400 acres for its 2024 Games. Ahmedabad has…
India’s captain Shreyas Iyer, center, with batting partner Tilak Varma (AP/PTI) Shreyas Iyer finally ended his wait for a victory as India’s T20I captain after leading the side to a convincing seven-wicket win over Zimbabwe in the opening match of the three-game series in Harare on Thursday. The result marked Shreyas’ first win since taking…
The girl, given the pseudonym “Mei,” died a week after receiving a spinal infusion of trillions of viruses WASHINGTON: A six-year-old Chinese girl died last year after receiving an experimental gene-therapy to correct a non-life-threatening condition, according to an investigation by Science and Retraction Watch.The girl, given the pseudonym “Mei,” died a week after receiving…
National wine and cheese day: 5 Fascinating facts about the classic pairing loved around the world Every year on July 25, food lovers celebrate National Wine and Cheese Day, a playful event dedicated to one of the world’s most recognisable food pairings. Wine and cheese have been enjoyed together for centuries, both at casual home…
DHAKA: Bangladesh President Mohammed Shahabuddin resigned Friday, citing deteriorating health and his inability to continue performing constitutional duties of the office, bringing an early end to his five-year term that was due to end in April 2028. Shahabuddin oversaw the country during the restive period after an “uprising” against the Sheikh Hasina govt led to…
Trump’s remark came in his speech at the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner on Friday. United States President Donald Trump said that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will visit the US next week as the American forces continue to pound parts of Iran after peace talks fizzled out despite weeks of talks and signing of…