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Gadaffi's former aides acquitted in Lockerbie bombing victims' compensation case

June 18, 2013 at 12:12 PM

Johannesburg, June 18 (ANI): A Libyan court has acquitted two former aides of the late slain leader Muammar Gadaffi over charges related to the 1988 Lockerbie bombing victims' compensation case.

Russia against allowing no-fly zone in Syria

June 18, 2013 at 3:32 AM

Moscow, June 18 (IANS) Russia said Monday that it would not allow the imposition of a no-fly zone over the conflict-ravaged Syria and expressed surprise over Cairo severing ties with Damascus.

Russia surprised by Egypt severing ties with Syria

June 18, 2013 at 1:40 AM

Moscow, June 18 (IANS) The Russian government has expressed surprise over Egypt's decision to cut off diplomatic relations with Syria.

Morsi cuts ties with Syria, shuts Syrian embassy in Egypt

June 16, 2013 at 10:52 AM

Beijing, June 16 (Xinhua-ANI): Egyptian President Mohamed Morsi on Saturday announced cutting ties with Syria, shutting down the Syrian embassy in Cairo and withdrawing the Egyptian charge d' affaires from Damascus, at a popular conference aired on state TV.

UAE holds talks with Greece, Britain

June 13, 2013 at 1:40 AM

Abu Dhabi, June 13 (IANS/WAM) The UAE has held discussions with Greece and Britain on improving ties.

Egypt keeps perfect record in World Cup qualifying

June 10, 2013 at 1:24 PM

Harare, June 10 (IANS) Egypt secured a fourth straight win in the 2014 World Cup football qualifying after beating Zimbabwe 4-2.

UAE, Morocco hold talks

June 10, 2013 at 9:24 AM

Abu Dhabi, June 10 (IANS/WAM) The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Morocco have held bilateral talks and discussed important issues of common interest and ways to enhance and develop cooperative relations.

Tennis: Balaji, Jeevan in title round

June 7, 2013 at 7:45 PM

Chennai, June 7 (IANS) The top two seeds N Sriram Balaji and Jeevan Nedunchezhiyan expectedly entered the singles final in the BR Adityan-GNC ITF Men's Futures tennis tournament here Friday with straight set victories.

Man sprinkles pubic hair on curry to avoid paying Indian eatery's bill

June 6, 2013 at 3:05 PM

London, June 6 (ANI): A UK man was sentenced to prison, after he tried to get a free meal in an Indian curry house by sprinkling his pubic hair on the remains of his lamb bhuna.

Four Dubai cops promoted for saving patient's life

June 6, 2013 at 1:21 AM

Dubai, June 6 (IANS/WAM) Four Dubai Police personnel will be promoted in appreciation of their "act of kindness" after they rushed to donate blood to a patient in one of Dubai's hospitals.

UAE leaders greet Elizabeth on 60th anniversary

June 6, 2013 at 1:21 AM

Abu Dhabi, June 6 (IANS/WAM) UAE President Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a congratulatory cable to Queen Elizabeth II on the 60th anniversary of her coronation.

Maldives assures US of free and fair election

June 3, 2013 at 12:25 PM

Male, June 3 (IANS) The Maldives has assured the US that the presidential election scheduled to be held in September will be free and fair.

Ghana begin training for FIFA World Cup qualifiers

May 29, 2013 at 12:12 PM

Accra (Ghana), May 29 (IANS) Ghana's national football team Black Stars have begun training ahead of their two World Cup qualifying matches against Sudan and Lesotho next week.

UAE, France hold talks

May 27, 2013 at 4:14 AM

Abu Dhabi, May 27 (IANS/WAM) Abu Dhabi crown prince Gen. Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan Sunday met French Foreign Minister Laurent Fabius to discuss the strategic relationship between the two countries.

Chidambaram in UAE, holds bilateral talks

May 27, 2013 at 4:14 AM

Abu Dhabi, May 27 (IANS/WAM) India's Finance Minister P. Chidambaram met Abu Dhabi crown prince Gen. Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to discuss bilateral relations between the UAE and India.

Diet soda habit as bad for teeth as meth or cocaine addiction

May 26, 2013 at 11:58 AM

Washington, May 26 (ANI): Too much consumption of diet soda can damage teeth as badly as methamphetamine or crack cocaine, according to a new study.

Bieber gets hefty bill for pet monkey

May 18, 2013 at 8:38 AM

Los Angeles, May 18 (IANS) Pop sensation Justin Bieber will have to pay hefty bills to the quarantine centre caring for his pet monkey Mally.

Hundreds protests in Tahrir against President Morsi

May 17, 2013 at 9:26 PM

Cairo, May 17 (IANS) Hundreds of protesters flocked Friday to central Tahrir Square here to join demonstrations condemning the rule of President Mohamed Morsi and ruling Muslim Brotherhood group, reported Xinhua.

Arab journalism awards for 2013 presented

May 17, 2013 at 1:02 AM

Dubai, May 17 (IANS/WAM) The 12th edition of the Arab Journalism Award (AJA) was held on the closing day of the two-day Arab Media Forum here.

Hosni Mubarak says, "future generations will judge him fairly"

May 13, 2013 at 4:46 PM

Cairo, May 13 (ANI): Former president Hosni Mubarak, who fell from power in Egypt after the uprising in 2011, said that future generations would judge him 'fairly'.

`Elections important step toward democracy in Maldives'

May 10, 2013 at 12:06 PM

United Nations, May 10 (IANS) A senior UN official stressed that the upcoming elections in the Maldives represent an important opportunity to move forward with its democratic transition.

Envoys of four nations present credentials

May 9, 2013 at 6:32 PM

New Delhi, May 9 (IANS) The envoys of four nations -- Ecuador, the Maldives, Lithuania and Malawi -- presented their credentials to President Pranab Mukherjee at Rashtrapati Bhavan here Thursday.

Envoys of four nations present credentials to President Mukherjee

May 9, 2013 at 4:08 PM

New Delhi, May 9 (ANI): Four envoys presented their credentials to President Pranab Mukherjee at a ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan here today.

Libya parliament bans Gaddafi-era officials from holding political office

May 6, 2013 at 1:45 PM

London, May 6 (ANI): Libya's parliament has passed a law banning officials from the Gaddafi era from holding political office.

Pak favourites for ICC Cricket Champions trophy due to potent pacers: Akram

May 6, 2013 at 12:56 PM

Karachi, May 6 (ANI): Former Pakistan captain and fast bowler Wasim Akram believes Pakistan can lift the forthcoming ICC Champions Trophy because of its superior fast bowling arsenal.

3 Egyptians killed in fight over insulting president on Facebook

May 4, 2013 at 10:36 AM

Beijing, May 4 (Xinhua-ANI): Three people were killed in Egypt after a Facebook overnight spat over President Mohamed Morsi turned into a bloody fight, state-run Al-Ahram news website reported Friday.

4 insurgents killed in N. Afghan province: ISAF

May 3, 2013 at 5:48 PM

Kabul, May 3 (Xinhua-ANI): Four militants, including a senior insurgent leader, were killed Friday when Afghan forces and the NATO-led coalition troops launched an operation in northern province of Baghlan, according to coalition statement issued here.

Chelsea meet Benfica in Europa League final

May 3, 2013 at 12:44 PM

London, May 3 (IANS) Chelsea outscored Basel 5-2 at Stamford Bridge to enter the Europa League final in Amsterdam where they will face Benfica.

Sheikh Salman elected as new AFC president

May 2, 2013 at 2:04 PM

Kuala Lumpur, May 2 (IANS) Bahrain Football Association chief Sheikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa Thursday achieved a convincing victory in the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) presidential election, replacing its disgraced former boss Mohamed Bin Hammam.

Abu Dhabi, Japan hold talks

May 2, 2013 at 7:08 AM

Abu Dhabi, May 2 (IANS/WAM) Abu Dhabi and Japan have held discussions over ways to enhance bilateral ties and cooperation in the different sectors.

UAE, Tatarstan discuss cooperation

May 1, 2013 at 9:24 AM

Dubai, May 1 (IANS/WAM) The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Tatarstan, a federal state of Russia, have held discussions to enhance cooperation between the two countries.

AFC to elect new chief in first post-Hammam election

April 30, 2013 at 5:48 PM

Kuala Lumpur, April 30 (IANS) The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) is this week set to elect its new chief who will have an uphill battle to refurbish the image and reputation of Asian football's governing body left tarnished by its disgraced former boss Mohamed Bin Hammam.

Early pregnancy lowers breast cancer risk

April 30, 2013 at 11:00 AM

Washington, Apr 30 (ANI): Getting pregnant while you are still young is known to protect a women against breast cancer, a new study suggests.

Abu Dhabhi, Uganda hold talks

April 30, 2013 at 5:56 AM

Abu Dhabi, April 30 (IANS/WAM) Abu Dhabi and Uganda have held talks over enhancing bilateral relations and expanding avenues of trade and economic cooperation between the two nations.

Syria's insecurity to jeopardise entire region: Ahmadinejad

April 29, 2013 at 7:56 AM

Tehran, April 29 (IANS) Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said Sunday that insecurity of Syria will jeopardise the whole region.

Earth's center '1000 degrees hotter than thought'

April 26, 2013 at 12:12 PM

Washington, April 26 (ANI): A recent study has determined the temperature near the Earth's center to be 6000 degrees Celsius, 1000 degrees hotter than estimated in a previous experiment conducted 20 years ago.

NBA: Clippers hold off Grizzlies 93-91

April 23, 2013 at 1:56 PM

Los Angeles, April 23 (IANS) With Chris Paul's running jumper a 10th of a second before the end, the Los Angeles Clippers beat the Memphis Grizzlies 93-91 and took a 2-0 lead in their first-round playoff series in National Basketball Association (NBA) action.

Egypt's Morsi says cabinet reshuffle not to be swayed by opposition pressure

April 21, 2013 at 3:56 PM

Beijing, Apr. 21 (Xinhua-ANI): Egyptian President Mohamed Morsi on Saturday reaffirmed that a cabinet reshuffle will come soon but it will not be swayed by any opposition pressure.

Egyptian cabinet to be reshuffled: Morsi

April 21, 2013 at 4:36 AM

Cairo, April 21 (IANS) Egyptian President Mohamed Morsi said Saturday he intends to announce an imminent cabinet reshuffle, he posted on his official Twitter page.

Less is best in plastic surgeries, say Oz docs

April 19, 2013 at 4:44 PM

Melbourne, April 19 (ANI): Australian doctors have agreed that less is more when it comes to cosmetic procedures - to avoid patients looking "like aliens".

Abu Dhabi, Mauritania hold talks

April 19, 2013 at 9:16 AM

Nouakchott, April 19 (IANS/WAM) Abu Dhabhi and Mauritania have held talks to reinforce bilateral relations to serve common interests of the two countries and people.

Oz press says Indians still concerned over 'racist' student attacks

April 18, 2013 at 4:12 PM

Melbourne, Apr 18 (ANI): According to the Australian press, the racist attacks on Indian students are still a major concern for Indians, who still believe that Australia is a dangerous place for Indian students.

Visual treat of Indian handicrafts and calligraphy in Cairo

April 18, 2013 at 3:48 PM

Cairo, April 18 (IANS) A unique exhibition of visual arts showcasing the rich cultural heritage of Indian scripts has been unspooled at the Hanager Arts Centre in this Egyptian capital.

India looks forward to cooperating in new Libya's development: Ahamed

April 15, 2013 at 11:56 PM

Tripoli, April 15 (IANS) Visiting Indian Minister of State for External Affairs E. Ahamed Monday said that India greatly appreciates the onset of democracy in Libya and looks forward to enhancing cooperation in areas that are vital for new Libya's stability and growth.

Maldivian Defence Minister meets Antony, looks forward to strengthening military ties

April 15, 2013 at 6:20 PM

New Delhi, April 15 (ANI): Maldives's Defence Minister Colonel Mohamed Nazim met his Indian counterpart A.K. Antony here on Monday in an endeavor to further strengthen bilateral and military ties between the two nations.

Egyptian army tortured and killed demonstrators during 2011 revolution, reveals report

April 11, 2013 at 1:00 PM

London, Apr. 11 (ANI): Egypt's armed forces participated in forced disappearances, torture and killings across the country during the 2011 uprising, according to a leaked presidential report on revolution-era crimes.

TV comic in Egypt faces probe for 'insulting Pakistan'

April 10, 2013 at 8:44 PM

Cairo, April 10 (IANS/AKI) Egyptian prosecutors have begun an investigation into three complaints against popular TV comedian Bassem Youssef over allegations of promoting atheism, harming diplomatic ties between Egypt and Pakistan, and insulting the attorney general.

India assures Maldives of stronger ties

April 10, 2013 at 8:04 PM

Male, April 10 (IANS) India has assured the Maldives of stronger ties between both countries, the Maldivian government said Wednesday.

NBA: Clippers beat Lakers 109-95

April 8, 2013 at 2:21 PM

Los Angeles, April 8 (IANS) The Clippers made their first season series sweep of the Lakers since the team moved to Los Angeles in 1984 with a 109-95 victory at the Staples Center.

Campaigners fear draft Egyptian law would restrict work of human rights groups, NGOs

April 6, 2013 at 3:41 PM

London, Apr 6 (ANI): Egypt's parliament is set to pass a law, which according to campaigners will severely restrict the activity of human rights groups and other non-governmental organisations (NGOs) in the country.

Fundamentals of India's ties with neighbours strong: Khurshid

April 1, 2013 at 11:32 PM

New Delhi, April 1 (IANS) The fundamentals of India's relations with its neighbours are strong and any turbulence is a passing fancy, said External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid here Monday.

Iran should help in solving Syrian conflict: Egypt

April 1, 2013 at 10:50 AM

Cairo, April 1 (IANS) Egyptian government has said it believes Iran should participate in the diplomatic efforts to find out a solution of the ongoing Syria conflict.

Abu Dhabi, Somalia discuss relations

March 31, 2013 at 7:38 AM

Abu Dhabi, March 31 (IANS/WAM) Abu Dhabhi and Somalia have held talks over the existing bilateral relations and explored ways to enhance them. Both sides also discussed latest developments and issues of mutual interest.

Abu Dhabi, Libya hold talks

March 29, 2013 at 6:10 AM

Abu Dhabi, March 29 (IANS/WAM) Abu Dhabi has held discussions with Libya over strengthening of cooperation between them.

Egypt to extradite detained Libyan officials

March 25, 2013 at 5:14 AM

Cairo, March 25 (IANS) Egypt's Prosecutor-General Talaat Abdullah has decided to hand over two former Libyan officials to the Egyptian Interpol for extradition to Libya, state news agency MENA reported.

Syrian opposition leader steps down

March 25, 2013 at 3:22 AM

Moscow, March 25 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Syria's opposition chief Ahmed Moaz al-Khatib has resigned from the National Coalition, his spokesman said.

Egypt president to attend BRICS

March 24, 2013 at 12:42 PM

Cairo, March 24 (IANS) Egyptian President Mohamed Morsi is scheduled to attend the Arab League Summit in Qatar and the BRICS Summit in South Africa March 26-27, reports Xinhua.

Understanding BRICS will help control its contours: Khurshid

March 22, 2013 at 8:18 PM

New Delhi, March 22 (IANS) Understanding the BRICS group of emerging economies will allow controlling its contours as also help it expand to other countries, India's External Affairs Minister said Friday.

'Egypt should be India's gateway to Africa'

March 21, 2013 at 12:17 PM

New Delhi, March 21 (IANS) India should look at Egypt as its gateway to Africa, Osama Saleh, Egypt's Minister of Investment, said here.

ASEAN countries urged to boost investment

March 21, 2013 at 12:01 PM

Kuala Lumpur, March 21 (IANS) The member countries of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) should further boost investment to weather uncertainties of the current global economic climate, said its deputy secretary-general Lim Hong Hin Thursday.

Egypt seeks more Indian tourists

March 20, 2013 at 9:15 PM

New Delhi, March 20 (IANS) Visas on arrival, more direct flights and cultural exhibitions across India are some of the steps Egypt will take to woo Indian tourists, it was announced Wednesday.

Egypt offers to set up free economic zone for Indian firms

March 20, 2013 at 9:06 PM

New Delhi, March 20 (IANS) Egypt Wednesday invited Indian investments in the country, and said it also proposes to establish a free economic zone for Indian companies.

President lauds Egypt's nascent democracy

March 20, 2013 at 6:01 PM

New Delhi, March 20 (IANS) Indian President Pranab Mukherjee Wednesday lauded Egypt's nascent democracy and said the two countries must find new ways of engagement between their youthful populations.

India seeks Egypt's cooperation in building representative global order: Mukherjee

March 20, 2013 at 3:53 PM

New Delhi, Mar 20 (ANI) President Pranab Mukherjee has said that India has sought Egypt's active cooperation in building a genuinely representative global order.

India, Egypt emphasises on forging stronger regional, international cooperation

March 19, 2013 at 3:37 PM

New Delhi, Mar 19 (ANI): The Prime Minister, Dr. Manmohan Singh, on Tuesday said that he and the visiting Egyptian President Mohamed Morsi underscored the importance of forging stronger regional and international cooperation between our two countries to address common challenges like climate change, food and energy security and terrorism.

India to strengthen ties with Egypt during President Morsi's three-day state visit

March 19, 2013 at 12:26 PM

New Delhi, Mar 19 (ANI): India has said that it will seek to strengthen its bilateral ties with Egypt during President Mohamed Morsi's three-day state visit.

Manmohan to meet Xi, Putin at BRICS summit

March 18, 2013 at 9:45 PM

New Delhi, March 18 (IANS) Prime Minister Manmohan Singh will hold talks with new Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin on the sidelines of the BRICS summit in Durban, South Africa, next week.

Trade on agenda as Egyptian President Morsi arrives Monday

March 17, 2013 at 8:46 PM

New Delhi, March 17 (IANS) Egyptian President Mohamed Morsi arrives here Monday on a three-day visit, after a short stopover in Islamabad, to boost bilateral ties with India, especially in trade.

Egyptian President Morsy to visit Pakistan on March 18

March 16, 2013 at 3:58 PM

Islamabad, March 16 (Xinhua-ANI): Egyptian President Dr. Mohamed Morsy will pay a state visit to Pakistan on March 18 at the invitation of his Pakistani counterpart, Asif Ali Zardari, the Foreign Ministry said Saturday.

Egyptian president Morsi visiting India from March 18

March 14, 2013 at 10:54 PM

New Delhi, March 14 (IANS) Egyptian President Mohamed Morsi is visiting India from March 18 to 21 at the head of a high-level delegation of ministers and business leaders, at a time when trade between the two sides has witnessed a record 30 percent jump.

Outgoing AFC caretaker chief calls for unity call

March 14, 2013 at 12:06 PM

Kuala Lumpur, March 14 (IANS) Outgoing acting president of the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Zhang Jilong has urged the governing body to stay united to "restore glory" for the confederation.

Air Arabia launches service to Baghdad

March 13, 2013 at 5:18 AM

Sharjah, March 13 (IANS/WAM) Air Arabia, the first and largest low-cost carrier (LCC) in the Middle East and North Africa, Tuesday launched a non-stop service to Baghdad from the carrier's main hub in Sharjah.

India looks at more business from Egypt

March 12, 2013 at 2:22 PM

Cairo, March 12 (IANS) Even as preparations are on for the visit of Egyptian President Mohamed Morsy to New Delhi, the two countries explored their future economic potential during a trade committee meeting where India hoped it would emerge as preferred source of high quality and competitively-priced products in different areas, from pharmaceuticals and vaccines to information and communications technology.

Keep police out of politics: Egyptian interior minister

March 11, 2013 at 3:23 AM

Cairo, March 11 (IANS) Egypt's Interior Minister Mohamed Ibrahim has called on all political forces to keep the police out of politics.

Egypt sacks assistant interior minister

March 9, 2013 at 5:07 AM

Cairo, March 9 (IANS) The Egyptian government Friday sacked assistant interior minister Major General Maged Noah, following a wave of opposition and withdrawal from different sectors of the police security forces in different governorates.

India wants strong democracy in Maldives: Salman Khurshid

March 8, 2013 at 2:03 PM

New Delhi, Mar. 8 (ANI): With former Maldivian President Mohamed Nasheed walking out of police custody as his trial for alleged illegal detention of a judge has been deferred by a month, External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid on Friday said the latest developments are a part of that country's legal system, and added that New Delhi wants a strong democracy in Male.

India concerned over political instability in Maldives, PM

March 6, 2013 at 8:43 PM

New Delhi, March 6 (IANS) Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Wednesday expressed concern over the "political instability" in the Maldives and said India would continue to monitor the situation there as it was for a democratic and prosperous nation.

Nasheed arrested: Salman Khurshid appeals for peace in Maldives

March 6, 2013 at 8:11 PM

New Delhi, Mar. 6 (ANI): External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid on Wednesday appealed for peace in Maldives in wake of the recent arrest of former President Mohamed Nasheed.

India concerned over political instability in Maldives: PM

March 6, 2013 at 8:11 PM

New Delhi, March 6 (IANS) Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Wednesday expressed concern over the "political instability" in the Maldives and said India would continue to monitor the situation there as it was for a democratic and prosperous Maldives.

Nasheed freed from police custody

March 6, 2013 at 8:03 PM

Male, March 6 (IANS) Former Maldivian president Mohamed Nasheed was released from police custody Wednesday after his court hearing was concluded, officials said.

Protestors held in Male following Nasheed's arrest

March 6, 2013 at 1:31 PM

Male, March 6 (IANS) Dozens of opposition demonstrators were arrested in the Maldivian capital Male Wednesday as violent protests broke out in the island nation following the arrest of former president Mohamed Nasheed Tuesday.

Abu Dhabi prince meets Algerian president

March 6, 2013 at 2:11 AM

Algiers, March 6 (IANS/WAM) Abu Dhabi crown prince Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has met Algerian President Abdelaziz Bouteflika and held talks on enhancing bilateral relations.

Mohamed Nasheed held in Male on fresh court order

March 5, 2013 at 5:07 PM

Male, March 5 (IANS) Former Maldivian president Mohamed Nasheed was arrested Tuesday, ahead of his trial hearing at Hulhumale Magistrate Court, scheduled for Wednesday afternoon, a media report said.

Ex-Maldives President Nasheed arrested for abuse of power

March 5, 2013 at 4:35 PM

Male, Mar. 5 (ANI): Former Maldives President Mohamed Nasheed has been arrested and will face charges of abuse of power during his tenure.

Former Maldivian president Nasheed held in Male

March 5, 2013 at 3:15 PM

Male, March 5 (IANS) Former Maldivian president Mohammed Nasheed was arrested Tuesday, causing a fresh uproar and protests in this capital city, Xinhua reported.

Chhattisgarh's fair price shops praised in SC

March 4, 2013 at 9:05 PM

New Delhi, March 4 (IANS) The Supreme Court was Monday told by a lawyer that Chhattisgarh has the best fair price shop network, an achievement in the backdrop of allegations of corruption surrounding foodgrain shops for the poor in other states.

Maldives parliament convenes

March 4, 2013 at 4:49 PM

Male, March 4 (IANS) The Maldives parliament convened Monday for the first time this year amidst uproar by members of the opposition Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP).

Asian football caretaker chief quits election 'out of own will'

March 3, 2013 at 3:47 PM

Beijing, March 3 (IANS) Asian football caretaker chief Zhang Jilong confirmed Sunday that he will not run for the election of AFC president. The decision was made "totally out of his own will", he said.

John Kerry in Egypt for talks

March 3, 2013 at 2:43 AM

Cairo, March 3 (IANS) US Secretary of State John Kerry arrived in Egypt Saturday on a two-day visit for talks with the Eyptian President Mohamed Morsi, Xinhua reported.

External affairs ministry gets 16 percent hike in budget

February 28, 2013 at 6:03 PM

New Delhi, Feb 28 (IANS) Finance Minister P. Chidambaram Thursday proposed a hike of over 16 percent in the external affairs ministry budget in 2013-14 at Rs.11,719 crore ($2.154 bn), with aid to neighbouring countries getting special focus.

Egypt opposition to boycott 'unfair' elections

February 27, 2013 at 11:15 AM

London, Feb 27 (ANI): Egypt's main opposition group, the National Salvation Front (NSF), has decided to boycott the upcoming parliamentary elections.

Gayoom opts out of presidential running

February 26, 2013 at 8:11 PM

Colombo, Feb 26 (IANS) Former longtime ruler of the Maldives, Maumoon Abdul Gayoom, said Tuesday he will not contest the upcoming presidential elections, ending months of speculation.

Egyptian student wins trip to India

February 26, 2013 at 5:39 PM

Cairo, Feb 26 (IANS) Ahmed Aba Ya Zeed, a university student, has won a trip to India, thanks to a poster competition organised here.

20 tourists killed in balloon explosion in Egypt's Luxor

February 26, 2013 at 2:11 PM

Cairo, Feb. 26 (Xinhua-ANI): Twenty tourists were killed in a balloon explosion Tuesday morning in Egypt's Luxor governorate, state TV reported.

20 die in hot air balloon explosion in Egypt

February 26, 2013 at 1:47 PM

Cairo, Feb 26 (IANS) Twenty tourists were killed when a hot air balloon exploded Tuesday in Egypt's Luxor governorate, state TV reported.

Nasheed leaves Indian mission in Male, thanks envoy, staff

February 23, 2013 at 7:22 PM

Male/New Delhi, Feb 23 (IANS) Former Maldives president Mohamed Nasheed left the Indian High Commission in Male Saturday, 11 days after he sought refuge following an arrest warrant against him in a court case.

NBA: Parker lead Spurs to rout Clippers 116-90

February 22, 2013 at 4:02 PM

Los Angeles, Feb 22 (IANS) San Antonio Spurs' Tony Parker scored 31 points in 28 minutes with seven assists and zero turnover, lifting the team to beat the Los Angeles Clippers 116-90 for their fifth straight victory in the NBA league.

Morsi sets date for Egyptian parliamentary elections

February 22, 2013 at 10:02 AM

London, Feb 22 (ANI): Egyptian President Mohamed Morsi has called a series of parliamentary elections that will start on 27 April and end in June.

Indian team goes to Male amid strained ties

February 20, 2013 at 5:45 PM

New Delhi, Feb 20 (IANS) An Indian delegation left for Male amid strained ties with the Maldives after deposed president Mohamed Nhasheed took refuge in the Indian mission there.

MEA team leaves for Male

February 20, 2013 at 3:53 PM

New Delhi, Feb 20 (IANS) A four-member team of the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) left for Male Wednesday to "engage with all stakeholders" following the second arrest warrant issued against former Maldives president Mohamed Nasheed, who is staying in the Indian High Commission since Feb 13.