Category: Global News
Al-Qaeda in Arabian Peninsula announces death of leader Khalid Batarfi
Armed group says Saad bin Atef al-Awlaki takes over as new leader after Batarfi's death, according to SITE.
Israel’s war on Gaza: List of key events, day 157
As Ramadan starts, Gaza is overshadowed by Israel’s campaign of hunger that has severely restricted food to millions.
India’s top court orders SBI to disclose electoral bonds details by Tuesday
Court asks state-run bank to publish details of previously anonymous political donations before upcoming national polls.
UK pledges additional funds to protect Muslim communities
The announcement comes amid a sharp rise in anti-Muslim incidents since the start of the war in Gaza in October.
Outside Bali, Indonesia’s Hindus celebrate Nyepi in intimate ceremonies
The Balinese new year, known as Nyepi, is marked by reflection, fasting and meditation.
Carey and Marsh lead Australia to 2-0 Test series win over New Zealand
Carey shared 140-run partnership with Marsh as Australia won the second Test by three wickets in a tense finish.
Palestinians blocked from praying at Al-Aqsa on eve of Ramadan
Israeli forces beat back Muslim worshippers with batons to prevent their entry to Al-Aqsa Mosque for Ramadan prayers.
Palestinian refugees in Jordan fret over UNRWA’s fate, and their own
The agency provides refugees with services but, more importantly, with hope that they can return to their homeland.
Why are people in India’s Ladakh protesting against central government?
Residents in Leh and Kargil join forces to demand more power as they fear loss of their tribal identity.
At least 26 people killed after floods, landslides hit Indonesia’s Sumatra
At least 26 people reported killed and 11 missing as rescuers recover more bodies.