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Moscow courts extends arrest for Ukrainian seamen
1 / 3 A Russian intelligence agency FSB officer, left, guards Ukrainian sailors in a court room in Moscow, Russia, Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019. 24 Ukrainian seamen were captured and taken into Russia custody in November, after a Russian coast guard vessel fired on and seized three Ukrainian naval ships off the Russia-occupied Crimean peninsula.
Over 2 crore take holy dip as Kumbh Mela opens
Prayagraj, Jan 15 (IANS) In one of the largest religious gatherings in the world, more than two crore pilgrims and holy men took a dip at the Sangam, the confluence of the Ganga and Yamuna rivers and the mythical Saraswati, as the Kumbh Mela opened on Tuesday, officials said here. The figures were contested by many. "We are glad to announce that the first 'Shahi Snan' (royal bath) began and concluded at the scheduled time. The participation of all the 13 akharas remained orderly and was successful.
'Son Rise' depicts men as heroes: Filmmaker Vibha Bakshi
New Delhi, Jan 15 (IANS) "Daughters of Mother India" director Vibha Bakshi says her latest documentary film "Son Rise", set in Haryana, depicts men as heroes. The film, which touches upon the gender rights issue, was screened here on Tuesday. The screening was held as the Ficci Ladies Organisation (FLO) extended support to the UN #HeForShe campaign.
2 criminals nabbed in Haryana
Gurugram, Jan 15 (IANS) The Crime Branch of Haryana Police has arrested a notorious criminal carrying a bounty of Rs 2 lakh on his head along with his accomplice, an officer said on Tuesday. A court here remanded them for two day police custody, police spokesman Shubhash Boken told IANS. Assistant Commissioner of Police Shamsher Singh told the media that Chand, 24, and Vikas, 29, were arrested after a brief exchange of fire.
Belarus model arrested for Thai sex seminar pleads guilty
PATTAYA, Thailand (AP) — A model from Belarus who claimed last year that she had evidence of Russian involvement in helping elect Donald Trump president has pleaded guilty in a Thai court in a case related to holding a sex training seminar and will be deported.
Five drown in Narmada boat tragedy
Mumbai, Jan 15 (IANS) At least five persons were drowned and 34 rescued after a boat capsized in the Narmada river near Bhushangaon village in Maharashtra's Nandurbar district on Tuesday, police said. According to Nandurbar Police Control official Balasaheb Gaidhani, around 50 people boarded a boat and went into the river to perform Makar Sankaranti rituals when the tragedy struck. Villagers rushed to the aid of the victims and managed to bring back 39 victims, of whom five died.
Marcus Rashford and Trent Alexander-Arnold's brothers attacked at gunpoint in Manchester
Bengaluru, Jan 15: The brothers of England stars Marcus Rashford and Trent Alexander-Arnold left petrified after they were attacked at gunpoint and robbed of their luxury cars during an armed heist at the weekend. Dane Rashford, brother of Manchester United striker Marcus, and Tyler Alexander-Arnold, sibling of Liverpool defender Trent act as an agent of their brothers.
Sabarimala review petitions hearing likely to be deferred
New Delhi, Jan 15 (IANS) With one of the judges from the bench on medical leave, the Supreme Court on Tuesday said it may not take up hearing on January 22 petitions seeking review of the judgment permitting women of all ages to enter the Sabarimala shrine. "Justice Indu Malhotra is on leave due to medical reasons," said Chief Justice Ranjan Gogoi.
ICC judges acquit former Ivory Coast president Gbagbo
1 / 8 Former Ivory Coast President Laurent Gbagbo enters the courtroom of the International Criminal Court in The Hague, Netherlands, Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019, where judges were expected to issue rulings on requests by Gbagbo and ex-government minister Charles Ble Goude to have their prosecutions thrown out for lack of evidence.
3 arrested in ongoing anti-terror operation in Catalonia
MADRID (AP) — Police in the northeastern Spanish region of Catalonia say they have arrested at least three people as part of an ongoing anti-terror operation. A Catalan police spokeswoman said Tuesday that more arrests are expected on possible terror-related links, theft, drug trafficking and other crimes and that more than 100 agents are taking part.
ASI-KNMA partner for heritage art workshops at Humayun's Tomb, Qutub Minar
New Delhi, Jan 15 (IANS) In the latest example of public-private partnership in the Indian cultural scenario, the Kiran Nadar Museum of Art (KNMA), the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) and the Culture Ministry have collaborated for a series of workshops at Qutub Minar and Humayun's Tomb to enhance public appreciation of India's art and cultural heritage.
Kumbh Mela: President Kovind, PM Modi laud UP govt's endeavour
a Modi greeted the nation on the commencement of Kumbh Mela, which is believed to be the world's biggest religious festival, spanning over the next 50 days today. Taking to Twitter, the President appreciated efforts made by the Centre and Uttar Pradesh government for conducting the Prayagraj Kumbh Mela 2019. "As the Kumbh Mela begins greetings to fellow citizens and to pilgrims from across the world. The Kumbh is an important part of India's spiritual and cultural heritage.
Indian man, 27 Thai women arrested in fake marriage scam
Bangkok, Jan 15 (IANS) The Thai police have arrested an Indian man and 27 Thai women in connection with a fake-marriage registration scam that enabled Indians to get residential visas in the country. The Indian man, Wikrom Layerhi, was arrested on charge of being a broker to arrange for Thai women to register fake marriages with Indian nationals, the National daily cited Lt. Gen.
Cockfights continue unabated in Andhra despite ban
Vijayawada, Jan 15 (IANS) Crores of rupees changed hands as cockfights continued unabated in several parts of coastal Andhra Pradesh during Sankranti, despite court orders and warnings by police. On the second day of the festival on Tuesday, the cockfights were conducted across Krishna, Guntur, East Godavari and West Godavari districts.
Landslide engulfs Pakistani bus with workers, killing 8
ISLAMABAD (AP) — Pakistani police say a landslide triggered by this week's rains engulfed a bus carrying workers on a dam project in the northwest, killing eight people. Regional police chief Raja Abdul Saboor says the incident took place on a hilly road late on Monday. He says rescuers managed to retrieve all the bodies. The bus was taking workers to their homes from the site of Dasu Dam being built on the Indus River in Kohistan district.
German airport security staff begin one-day strike
1 / 3 Stranded passenger get information at a check-in desk of German airline Lufthansa during a strike of security personnel over higher wages at Germany's largest airport in Frankfurt, Germany, January 15, 2019. REUTERS/Kai Pfaffenbach FRANKFURT (Reuters) - Security staff at eight German airports went on strike on Tuesday in an escalating pay dispute that means up to 220,000 passengers could be affected by delays or cancellations, airport association ADV said.
Death toll in Russia's gas explosion climbs to 2
1 / 3 An Emergency services worker at the scene of the destroyed top floor of a apartment building in the city of Shakhty, Russia, Monday, Jan. 14, 2019. A suspected gas explosion at an apartment building in southern Russia killed at least one person and injured two others early Monday, authorities said. (AP Photo) MOSCOW (AP) — The death toll in a gas explosion at an apartment building in southern Russia has climbed to two after a woman was found in the debris.
Karnataka celebrates Sankranti harvest festival
Bengaluru, Jan 15 (IANS) People across Karnataka on Tuesday celebrated the harvest festival of Sankranti with thousands of Hindus thronging temples. The festival began with people heralding 'Uttarayan', when the Sun enters the northern hemisphere, marking a new month in the Hindu calendar. The traditional sweet dish of "Pongal", made from newly harvested rice and jaggery, was made in most households, particularly the farmer families. Markets bustled with high demand for fruits and flowers.
Canada reviews China travel advisory after national's death sentence
Ottawa, Jan 15 (IANS) Canada has reviewed its China travel advisory, warning of a risk of arbitrary law enforcement after a Chinese court sentenced of its nationals to death over drug charges. The Canadian government on Monday said there was a "risk of arbitrary enforcement of local laws" and warned of the application of the death penalty for drug-related offences, reports Efe news. Ottawa recommended its nationals "exercise a high degree of caution" in the country.
Canada reviews China travel advisory after national's death sentence
Ottawa, Jan 15 (IANS) Canada has reviewed its China travel advisory, warning of a risk of arbitrary law enforcement after a Chinese court sentenced of its nationals to death over drug charges. The Canadian government on Monday said there was a "risk of arbitrary enforcement of local laws" and warned of the application of the death penalty for drug-related offences, reports Efe news. Ottawa recommended its nationals "exercise a high degree of caution" in the country.
Japan's Olympic Committee chief Tsunekazu Takeda denies corruption allegations linked to 2020 Tokyo Games bid
French investigating magistrates have indicted Tsunekazu Takeda as they probe two payments made before Tokyo was chosen to host the 2020 Olympic Games. Tokyo: The head of Japan's Olympic Committee on Tuesday denied involvement in a suspect payment made before Tokyo was awarded the 2020 Games while apologising for any possible impact on the hosting of the event.
Japan's Olympic Committee Head Denies Impropriety in 2020 Bid Procedures
The head of Japan's Olympic Committee confirmed on Tuesday that he was questioned by French authorities in December but repeated his denial there was anything improper involved in Tokyo's bid for the 2020 Games and vowed to show his innocence. The head of Japan's Olympic Committee confirmed on Tuesday that he was questioned by French authorities in December but repeated his denial there was anything improper involved in Tokyo's bid for the 2020 Games and vowed to show his innocence.
Top Asian News 5:16 a.m. GMT
PRAYAGRAJ, India (AP) — Thousands of portable toilets line roads constantly swept clean, drinking water flows from newly installed taps, electric substations power a massive tent city and billboards encourage a "clean Kumbh," an extension of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's huge push to improve sanitation across the country.
Pongal celebrated in Tamil Nadu with traditional fervour
Chennai, Jan 15 (IANS) Tamil Nadu celebrated Pongal, a major harvest festival, on Tuesday with traditional fervour. Across the state, people got up early, put on new clothes and offered special prayers at temples. At homes at the auspicious time, children beating a small drum shouted "Pongolo Pongal, Pongolo Pongal" when the milk started boiling over the pot as a part of preparing "Chakarai Pongal", the special dish of the festival. In some homes, conches are blown prior to the formal offering.
'El Chapo' dreamed of biopic for years before capture, says trial witness
By Brendan Pierson NEW YORK (Reuters) - Accused Mexican drug lord Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman was interested in directing a movie about his life story as early as 2007, long before his well-known meeting with U.S. actor Sean Penn and Mexican actress Kate Del Castillo in 2015, jurors in Guzman's U.S. trial heard on Monday.
Polish mayor Pawel Adamowicz dies in stabbing attack
Warsaw, Jan 15 (IANS) The mayor of the Polish city of Gdansk, a well-known critic of his country's right-wing government, died on Monday, one day after he was stabbed by a man who rushed on stage during an open-air charity event. Thousands of people witnessed Sunday's attack on Pawel Adamowicz, 53, who was rushed to hospital where he underwent a five-hour long operation before succumbing to his injuries. He was stabbed in the heart and stomach.
Saudi facing assault charges flees after embassy posts bail
SYDNEY, Nova Scotia (AP) — Officials in Canada say a 28-year-old Saudi Arabian man charged with sexually assaulting a Canadian woman has gone missing. Nova Scotia's prosecution service said Monday that Mohammed Zuraibi Alzoabi had bail posted by the Saudi Arabian Embassy last year in the case involving allegations of sexual assault, assault and forcible confinement. A court document says the sheriff unsuccessfully tried to locate Alzoabi last month.
Building at renowned Kiev monastery complex catches fire
MOSCOW (AP) — Fire has broken out in a building at the renowned Pechersk monastery complex in the Ukrainian capital, Kiev, but is not endangering any significant buildings and there have been no reported injuries. The fire broke out Monday afternoon on the second floor of the two-story building and spread to the roof. The cause of the fire was not immediately determined. The building reportedly was undergoing renovation after being derelict.
Chilean bishops meet Francis year after disastrous pope trip
1 / 2 Framed by a Christmas tree, Pope Francis blesses the crowd as he recites the Angelus noon prayer from the window of his studio overlooking St.Peter's Square, at the Vatican, Sunday, Jan. 13, 2019. (AP Photo/Alessandra Tarantino) VATICAN CITY (AP) — A delegation of Chilean bishops has met with Pope Francis a year after he threw his papacy into turmoil by defending a Chilean bishop accused of covering for a notorious sexual predator.
Sister of slain Brazilian councilwoman calls for justice
RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — The sister of slain Brazilian city councilwoman Marielle Franco is expressing concern about the conservative new governor's commitment to solving the case. Monday marks 10 months since the slaying of Franco and her driver. Sister Anielle Franco says Rio de Janeiro Gov. Wilson Witzel's actions as a candidate were "worrisome." Witzel last year participated in a rally where other candidates showed off a street sign honoring Franco that they had broken.
Juvenile held for killing father over domestic discord
New Delhi, Jan 14 (IANS) Delhi Police on Monday arrested a juvenile for stabbing his father to death over a financial issue. The police said the incident occurred on Sunday around 11.15 p.m in east Delhi's New Ashok Nagar when the wife of the deceased, identified as Hazari Mukhiya,42, informed the local police about the altercation and stabbing. "During investigation, it was found that Mukhiya had an argument with his wife over a financial issue.
Witnesses: Men in police garb massacred civilians in Haiti
1 / 17 In this Dec. 10, 2018 photo, police guard an alleged gang member to keep the crowd from attacking him outside a police station in the La Saline slum of Port-au-Prince, Haiti. Residents believe the arrested man is one of the perpetrators of a Nov. 13 massacre that killed at least 20 people in La Saline slum.
Volunteers: Underdogs and the unsung heroes of Khelo India 2019
Mishra, a sports teacher at Eklavya Krida Sankul, looked extremely delighted while volunteering and worked with a smile on his face throughout the day, showing little to no signs of fatigue. When asked what kept him so happy, he simply responded that...
Accused captor of 13-year-old Wisconsin girl to face murder, kidnap charge
Jake Patterson, 21, charged with kidnapping a 13-year-old girl and two counts of first-degree murder for murdering her parents, appears in a booking photo provided by the Barron County Sheriff's Department in Barron, Wisconsin, U.S., January 11, 2019.
Maharashtra police action: Youth Congress moves rights panel
Mumbai, Jan 14 (IANS) The Maharashtra Youth Congress on Monday called on the state Human Rights Commission chief demanding stringent action against police personnel who allegedly assaulted its workers during the visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Solapur on January 9, an official said. A deleagation led by MPYC President Satyajeet Tambe met SHRC Chairman M.A. Syed and submitted a memorandum seeking immediate suspension of the police personnel concerned and tracing out the main conspirators.
China sentences Canadian man to death in drug smuggling case
BEIJING (AP) — A Chinese court has sentenced a Canadian man to death in a drug smuggling case. A court in Dalian in northeastern Liaoning province announced Monday evening that it has given Robert Lloyd Schellenberg the death penalty. The sentence comes after China detained two Canadians in December in apparent retaliation for Canada's arrest of a Chinese technology executive.
Police helicopter crashes in Brazil, rescue underway
RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — First responders in Rio de Janeiro are working to rescue the crew of a helicopter that crashed in the Brazilian city's Guanabara Bay. Police officials said in a statement Monday that the helicopter crashed around 10 a.m. local time. The statement did not say how many were on board, their condition or what caused the crash. Images on television station Globo showed firefighters bringing crew members out of the water and working to resuscitate one of them.
A Chinese court has sentenced a Canadian man to death in a drug smuggling case
BEIJING (AP) — A Chinese court has sentenced a Canadian man to death in a drug smuggling case.
Church envoy begs McCarrick to repent as abuse verdict nears
FILE - In this Nov. 14, 2011, file photo, then Cardinal Theodore McCarrick prays during the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops' annual fall assembly in Baltimore. A lawyer says the key accuser in the sex abuse case against ex-Cardinal Theodore McCarrick has met with New York City prosecutors, evidence that the scandal that has convulsed the papacy is now part of the broader U.S. law enforcement investigation into sex abuse and cover-up in the Catholic Church.
Austrian police arrest 19-year-old Syrian for teen's killing
BERLIN (AP) — Authorities in Austria say they've arrested a 19-year-old Syrian man in connection with the killing of a teenage girl near Vienna. Markus Bauer, spokesman at the Lower Austria prosecutor's office, said Monday that the suspect was arrested overnight after police received tips about his whereabouts. The victim, a 16-year-old Austrian, was found Sunday covered in leaves and branches in a park in Wiener Neustadt, about 40 kilometers (25 miles) south of Vienna.
Probing teenage girl's mysterious death: Bihar Police
Patna, Jan 14 (IANS) Bihar Police on Monday said they were looking into the case of the mysterious killing of a 16-year-old girl in Gaya from all possible angles and hoped the case would be solved soon. The girl, a weaver's daughter, went missing on December 28, and nine days later, her severed head was found far away. The weaver community in Bihar's Gaya town has been demanding a CBI probe into the case.
Traffic cops fined half of Goa's population in 2018
Panaji, Jan 14 (IANS) Police in Goa have prosecuted around 7.74 lakh traffic violators in 2018, which amounts to more than half of the state's population of 1.5 million, according to statistics released by Director General of Police Muktesh Chander. Addressing a press conference on Monday in Panaji, the senior officer also said that it was "absurd" to attribute a drop in tourism footfalls to Goa due to harassment of tourists by traffic police personnel.
1 freed, 3 others to stand trial over Kenya mall attack
NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — A magistrate's court in Kenya has ruled that three men must stand trial on charges they were involved in a deadly attack on a Nairobi shopping mall in 2013. The magistrate said Monday he was satisfied with prosecutors' evidence linking the three suspects to the days-long siege of Westgate Mall in which 67 people were killed. A fourth suspect was freed for lack of evidence.
Kosovo court facing tough challenges in search for justice
1 / 5 In this Monday, Jan. 7, 2019 photo, former Kosovo Liberation Army fighter Sabahajdin Cena looks at his dog's kennel, in the town of Rahovec. Two decades after Kosovo’s 1998-99 war of independence, a court in The Hague has summoned a small group of former freedom fighters for questioning about their roles in the bloody campaign. Cena was a top former fighter in Pashtrik area, 80 kilometers (50 miles) west of the capital, Pristina, during the war.
Bangladesh garment manufacturers raise workers' pay amid further protests
1 / 3 FILE PHOTO: Police officers are seen while the garment workers block a road as they protest for higher wages in Dhaka, Bangladesh January 12, 2019. REUTERS/Mohammad Ponir Hossain By Ruma Paul DHAKA (Reuters) - Garment manufacturers in Bangladesh have agreed to raise workers' pay, the commerce minister said on Sunday, urging people to return to work after a week of violent demonstrations.
Brothers of England footballers Marcus Rashford and Trent Alexander-Arnold beaten and robbed at gunpoint
Dane Rashford, left, and Tyler Alexander-Arnold were attacked in Moss Side, Manchester - Instagram/Twitter The brothers of two England footballers were beaten and robbed at gunpoint while eating breakfast at a cafe in Manchester.
U.S.'s Pompeo meets Saudi leaders, cancels Kuwait visit
U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo (L) meets with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia January 14, 2019. Andrew Caballero-Reynolds/Pool via REUTERS By Lesley Wroughton and Stephen Kalin RIYADH (Reuters) - U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo met Saudi Arabia's king and crown prince in Riyadh on Monday, but will cut short the rest of his Middle East trip to attend a family funeral, a State Department spokesman said.
Cylinder blast sparks fire at Kumbh Mela
Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh), Jan 14 (IANS) A fire broke out in the Kumbh premises here on Monday, destroying a large part of the tented area, officials said. But no loss of life was reported. The fire erupted in Sector 13 of the sprawling Kumbh complex due to an explosion in a cooking gas cylinder at the 'Digambar Akhada' camp, an Uttar Pradesh government spokesman told IANS. "It was a minor fire and no casualties have been reported so far.
Prasad asks Odisha CM to consult Chief Justice on HC benches
Bhubaneswar, Jan 14 (IANS) Union Law Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad has advised Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik to consult the Chief Justice of the Orissa High Court for setting up permanent benches in western and southern parts of the state.
Andhra, Telangana celebrate Sankranti
Vijayawada/Hyderabad, Jan 14 (IANS) The Telugu states of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh on Monday celebrated Sankranti, a major harvest festival, with traditional fervour. Towns and villages in both the states came alive as the three-day celebrations kicked off with 'Bhogi' or burning of old and unwanted items like old clothes, mats and broom sticks in the belief that new things will usher into their lives. Men, women and children went around the bonfires with prayers.
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