Tropical Maldives heads to polls closely watched by India and China
President Ibrahim Solih, who is seeking a second five-year term in the Indian Ocean archipelago, has championed an "India-first" policy during his time in power. He appears to be slightly ahead in the polls.
Biden praises India’s G20 presidency
The bilateral meeting between the leaders of the US and India took place ahead of G20 summit that starts on Saturday
Kim Kardashian makes Armenia appeal to Biden
The reality TV star wants the US president to pressure Azerbaijan into lifting a blockade on the disputed region of Nagorno-Karabakh
No end to Ukraine conflict in sight – UN
Both sides have decided to settle it on the battlefield, Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has told reporters
G20 summit begins in New Delhi amid concerns over final declaration
The leaders of the world’s biggest economies have gathered in India’s capital
Shaheen Shah Afridi, Ansha Afridi walima date announced
A snapshot of the couple's elegant wedding card has already made waves on social media, creating a buzz among fans and well-wishers.
Pastor shot by a Muslim in Pakistan sparks concern
A Presbyterian pastor in Jaranwala, Pakistan, was shot and wounded by hardline Muslims for refusing to recite the Islamic Kalima
Abu Dhabi to host global summit in November
Faith leaders from around the globe are preparing to converge in Abu Dhabi for a historic summit during November.
Japan’s Mount Fuji ‘screaming’ from too many tourists
Hailing its religious importance and its inspiration to artists, in 2013 UNESCO added the "internationally recognized icon of Japan" to its World Heritage List.
Prince Harry back in Britain on anniversary of queen’s death
The Duke of Sussex, who is flying to London without his wife Meghan Markle, will attend an awards ceremony organized by WellChild, a children’s charity of which Harry has been a patron for 15 years.
US Vice President Harris dismisses Biden age concerns, but ready to be president
“Joe Biden is going to be just fine,” Ms. Harris said when asked about concerns that Mr. Biden is too old to run again.
King Charles thanks public for their ‘love’ as he marks death of late mother, Queen Elizabeth
Elizabeth, Britain’s longest-reigning sovereign, died aged 96 on September 8 at Balmoral Castle, her beloved Scottish summer retreat, leading to 10 days of national mourning and condolences and tributes from across the world for her record-breaking 70-year reign.
