Indian citizenship granted to 2,120 Pakistanis, 188 Afghans, 99 Bangladeshis in last 4 years

Pakistanis protest against ISIL killings of coal miners

They're refusing to go ahead with burials or end their sit-in until arrests are made and Prime Minister Imran Khan agrees to meet them.

Pakistan plants the seeds of reforestation

Pakistanis were seen sowing the seeds of a fight against deforestation on Monday, one seed ball at a time, as millions were scattered in the hills and wooded areas around Pakistan's capital Islamabad with the aim of bolstering diminishing forests.

Pakistanis celebrate release of 'world's loneliest elephant'

After decades of mistreatment in an Islamabad zoo, he's being moved to a sanctuary in Cambodia.

When I take action they create ruckus in Parliament: Shah on Owaisi's illegal Rohingyas remark

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on November 29 reacted on Owaisi's remark 'If there're illegal Rohingyas here, what is Home Minister doing?'. He said, "When I take action then they create ruckus in Parliament. Tell them to give in writing that Bangladeshis and Rohingyas have to be evicted... who takes their side in Parliament?

Two Afghan female judges shot dead in Kabul ambush

Afghan officials blame the Taliban for the attacks, an accusation the armed group denies.

Gunmen kill female judges in Afghan capital

Unknown gunmen shot and killed two female judges in Kabul on Sunday as they travelled to work. Emily Wither reports.

Pentagon says US has dropped to 2,500 troops in Afghanistan

Second major fire hits Rohingya refugee camps

A second major fire blazed through the Rohingya refugee camps in southern Bangladesh on Monday, coming within a week of another destructive fire which destroyed homes belonging to thousands of people.

'Mamata taking orders from terrorists': UP minister ahead of Bengal polls

Ahead of West Bengal elections, Uttar Pradesh minister, Anand Swaroop Shukla, targeted Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee. Shukla called Mamata the biggest threat to India. Shukla also said that BJP would win over 200 seats out of 294. He said, “Mamata Banerjee has become a complete Bangladeshi. She doesn't have any faith in India and Indian-ness. She is following the directions of Islamic terrorists from Bangladesh. By giving citizenship to Rohingya Muslims and Bangladeshi Muslims, insulting Hindu gods and goddesses, destroying temples, denying celebration of our festivals, Mamata Banerjee has become the biggest threat to our nation. Because of this, her supporters are deserting her. Most TMC people are supporting BJP now because they proclaim 'Bharat Mata Ki Jai'. This April, BJP will win over 200 seats out of the total 294. Our nationalism will be established in West Bengal with grand Hindu sentiments.” Watch the full video for more.

France’s ex-PM Balladur on trial over Karachi affair’s corruption allegations in deal with Pakistan

'BJP maligns protest': CM Bhupesh Baghel on farmers' protest

Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel accused BJP of maligning any sort of protests. Baghel said that BJP called them Pakistani, Khalistani and even alleged them of being middleman's broker, but they won't be successful in their attempts in suppressing farmers. CM Bhupesh Baghel said, "Whenever there's a protest, BJP tries to malign it. As for protesting farmers, sometimes they (BJP) called them Pakistani or Khalistani. They even alleged that farmers are middleman's broker. NIA's notice has also been sent to the houses of the protesting farmers. Regardless of their attempts to suppress, farmers won't be scared."

Watch why placards of PM Modi were raised during rally in Pakistan’s Sindh

Placards of PM Modi and several other world leaders were seen at a pro-freedom rally organised in Sann area of Pakistan’s Sindh. The rally had been organised on the birth anniversary of GM Syed, one of the founding fathers of modern Sindh nationalism. Protesters said that Sindh had been illegally handed over to Pakistan in 1947 and raised slogans for Sindhudesh. There are several nationalist parties in Sindh, who are advocating for a free Sindh nation at various international platforms. Sindhudesh is a demand of a separate homeland for Sindhis which emerged in 1967 under the leadership of G M Syed and Pir Ali Mohammed Rashdi. Watch the full video for all the details.

Root delighted as England cruise to seven wicket win

Skipper says team will get better after acclimatising to Sri Lankan conditions in first test

Joe Root looks ahead after England beat Sri Lanka

Joe Root believes his England side have set down a marker for the challengesahead in 2021 after starting the year with a decisive first Test victory overSri Lanka in Galle.

Jack Leach weary but happy after long wait for England return in Sri Lanka

After 14 challenging months out of international cricket Jack Leach enjoyed awearying but worthwhile return to help England’s push for victory in the firstTest against Sri Lanka. The left-arm spinner claimed five for 122 on thefourth day in Galle, including the last four wickets to fall, to leave hisside chasing just 74 for the win.

Goldman, BofA profits top estimates

Goldman Sachs’ quarterly profit crushed Wall Street’s estimates, while Bank of America’s bottom line fell but breezed past analysts’ targets. Fred Katayama reports.

Biden likely to end "silly trade war": Mahathir

After four years of dealing with U.S. President Donald Trump, Asia can expect President-elect Joe Biden to improve ties with traditionally supportive nations and end a "silly trade war" with China, Malaysia's former premier Mahathir Mohamad said.

Malaysia declares state of emergency over COVID-19

Country's embattled PM Muhyiddin Yassin says additional powers are needed to stop a surge in COVID-19 cases, but critics say it is an attempt by an unstable government to cling to power.

At COVID-19 ‘breaking point’, Malaysia suspends parliament

State legislatures will also be suspended with parts of country heading back into lockdown amid surge in COVID cases.

Malaysia floods: At least 3 dead, over 30,000 evacuated

Monsoon floods in Malaysia force tens of thousands of people to seek shelter.

Meet the chef taking Delhi's spices to new horizons

Spices are at the heart of all Indian food and Chef Kuldeep Negi understands them better than most. In his Singapore restaurant, Negi serves up a bite of his Delhi heritage – with a kick.

Social media firms put profit above principle: Singapore minister

Social media firms are hampered by their commercial interests when tackling fake news, Singapore's law minister says, underlining the need for the city-state's law against online falsehoods, which critics say stifles free speech.

Singapore airport becomes luxury 'glamping' ground

Part of the top floor of Jewel Changi Airport mall has been transformed into a "glamping" (glamourous camping) ground, complete with luxury tents decked out with queen-sized beds.

Singapore cruise ship detects COVID-19 case

A Royal Caribbean 'cruise-to-nowhere' from Singapore were told to stay in their cabins on Wednesday (December 9) after a COVID-19 case was detected on board, forcing the Quantum of the Seas ship back to port. Libby Hogan reports.