8 nations call for joint efforts to deal terrorism from Afghanistan

Top security czars of India, Russia, Iran and five central Asian countries on Wednesday flagged concerns over the possible spread of terrorist activities from the Taliban-controlled Afghanistan and......

Islamic heritage founded on principle of love, devotion: PM in Kazakhstan

On the second leg of his trip to Central Asia, Narendra Modi makes quite an impression in Astana, as he talks about terror and trade, films and the future PM Modi delivers a lecture at the the......

Almaty hints at another Olympic run after narrow loss

Supporters of Almaty candidacy for the 2022 Winter Olympic Games wait for the announcement at the Abai square. Photograph: Shamil Zhumatov/Reuters Almaty could consider another Olympic bid......

Beijing awarded 2022 Winter Olympics

Thomas Bach, President of the International Olympic Committee, announces Beijing as the city to host the 2022 Winter Olympics during the 128th International Olympic Committee Session, in Kuala......