They alleged that they fled from their country because of religious persecution from the Hindu majority.
Driven from its self-styled caliphate in Iraq and Syria, Islamic State is down but not out. Where once they confronted armies, the extremist Islamist group's adherents have now staged hit-and-run raids and suicide attacks. In some cases, the group has claimed responsibility for atrocities, including the bombings of churches and hotels in Sri Lanka that killed at least 253 people. Its involvement is not always proven, but even if the link is ideological rather than operational, Islamic State still poses a security threat in many countries.
European champions Portugal spurned a two-goal lead against Tunisia, stumbling to a 2-2 draw, as France, one of the World Cup favourites, flexed their muscles with a comfortable 2-0 win over Ireland in warm-up friendlies on Monday.
'All these people want is a secure home where they can live and earn in peace.'
After going through more than 78,000 photographs from over 4,700 photographers, the expert judges of the World Press Photo contest have announced the finalists of the 2019 competition. The panelists have selected 43 photographers from 23 countries to represent the best in photojournalism.
'Is the tech wonder of our times headed for trouble?' asks Ajit Balakrishnan.
An Indian pilot was taken hostage by Congo rebels on Saturday when his aircraft was attacked at an airstrip in a mining zone in North Kivu province, according to media reports.Congolese authorities blamed Rwandan Hutu rebels for the attack. The aircraft belonged to Goma Express, which confirmed the attack. The identity of the Indian pilot could not be ascertained.Authorities said the rebels looted the money on board the aircraft and abducted the co-pilot.
A United Nations plane with 33 people onboard crashed while attempting to land amid torrential rain in the DR Congo capital of Kinshasa on Monday, killing 32.
Two persons, including the husband of the 30-year-old woman who died of Crimean-Congo Haemorrhagic Fever recently at a private hospital in Ahmedabad, have tested positive for the fatal virus causing the disease, Gujarat health officials said on Friday.Amina Momin of Kolat village in Sanand taluka, about 35 kms from Ahmedabad, was the first CCHF casualty. The doctor and nurse of a private hospital who treated her also contracted the virus and died after a week.
The win clinched Egypt a long-awaited spot in Russia for the 2018 World Cup finals, where the Arab world's most populous country will compete on football's ultimate stage for the first time since Italy in 1990.
Three Indian soldiers, who were part of the United Nations peacekeeping force in Congo, were killed and seven others were injured when rebel forces attacked their base in Kirumba province of the central African nation on Wednesday.
An Indian soldier on a United Nations peacekeeping mission in strife-torn Congo was killed during a firefight between the Congolese Army and armed assailants.
Under the proposal, made by the FIFA Bureau, for the enlarged tournament beginning in 2026, Europe would get 16 direct places, Africa nine, Asia eight, South America six, CONCACAF six and Oceania one, totalling 46 teams.
At Rediff Labs, we analysed the data on military expenditure by Stockholm International Peace Research Institute.
Already with a presence in Kenya's telecom sector through a brand called 'Yu', Essar is looking to strengthening its foothold in the rapidly growing African market.
If you are a frequent traveller, then you should opt for a multi-trip travel plan because it works out to be cheaper.
The army has ordered a probe into allegations of Indian peace-keepers in Congo indulging in sexual and child abuse weeks after charges surfaced that had left defence authorities redfaced. The probe is being conducted by a senior army officer posted in the central African state, top army officials said in Delhi on Tuesday night.
A refugee team that competed at the 2016 Rio Olympics with 10 athletes from countries including Syria and South Sudan was named on Monday as winner of a Laureus Award for sporting inspiration.
he also talked about India's tradition of respecting the nature through festivals like 'Chhat' and referred to the ongoing cleanliness campaign.
A new survey has named India among the top five countries in the world that are considered as 'most dangerous places' for women.
He was the army commander who planned Operation Bluestar. As army chief he planned Operation Brasstacks which rattled the Pakistan army. General K Sundarji was brilliant, ambitious and controversial, remembers Rahul Bedi.
"In roughly seven years, or around 2024, the population of India is expected to surpass that of China," a UN report said.
As the countdown to 2018 starts, it's time to rewind those moments in sport that stood out this year.
Barcelona snatched a late 2-1 win at Getafe with Paulinho's strike sending them seven points clear of arch-rivals Real Madrid at the top of La Liga.
These natural wonders are all under threat.
The British Broadcasting Corporation alleged that the UN had covered up claims that its troops in Congo had indulged in these activities, claiming it had new eye-witness accounts to refute UN claims that no weapon transfers had taken place. The report came against the backdrop of India having its biggest-ever peacekeeping contingent in the troubled African country.
A rescue team of sixth battalion of the Sikh Light Infantry, led by Commanding Officer Col S A Sharma, rushed along with all available officers and troops of the unit to the location to take control of the situation. The peacekeepers rescued six survivors from the crashed aircraft and evacuated them to the military hospital.
Hong Kong has the highest level of economic freedom worldwide
Mittal plans to set up refineries in Congo and Nigeria and is seeking a partnership with HPCL
Defence ministry says the focus was on suitability and merit for the selection of the new Army chief.
This and more from the happenings in the world of football.
Indian judoka Avtar Singh bowed out of the Rio Olympics after losing to the Refugee Olympic Team's Misenga Popole in the second round of the men's 90kg elimination Round of 32 on Wednesday.
Members of the first-ever Olympic refugee team visited Rio de Janeiro's iconic Christ statue Saturday, with smiles as wide as their arms were outstretched, imitating the landmark's open embrace as they posed for photos.
The episode came to light in July when certain human rights bodies alleged that UN peacekeepers stationed in Congo's North Kivu province near the Rwandan border were indulging in trafficking of gold.
General Qamar Javed Bajwa, an expert in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir affairs, on Tuesday took over as Pakistan's new army chief succeeding General Raheel Sharif and promised to improve the tense situation at the Line of Control soon.
Lt Gen Zubair Hayat appointed as Chairman of Joint Chief of Staff Committee.
Visa Inc, operator of the world's largest payments network, said on Wednesday it had signed sponsorship deals with all ten members of the International Olympic Committee's (IOC) refugee team, essentially becoming their first corporate sponsor.
Chengdu Airlines said the ARJ21 has a lower cost per seat than similar models of Airbus and Boeing models.
The image of a yoga posture was projected onto the United Nations headquarters as the world body geared up to host the second International Day of Yoga on Tuesday.
Armed to the teeth with mortar guns, assault rifles, riot-control weapons and bullet-proof vehicles, the personnel drawn from various battalions of the force are thrilled at the opportunity to don the UN's blue helmet.
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