European stocks slide on lower oil prices, Greece

Last Updated: Tuesday, December 30, 2014, 23:28

European stock markets fell on Tuesday as traders reacted to further declines in oil prices and political turmoil in Greece which pushed the euro to a 29-month low.

Pak govt. reluctant to lift YouTube ban amid political turmoil

Last Updated: Tuesday, November 26, 2013, 15:01

The Pakistani government has shown reluctance in uplifting the year-long YouTube ban amid the political turmoil in the nation, even after the blasphemous content has been removed and filters have been put in place to monitor any pornographic content online.

Bangladesh govt warns of Zia`s arrest if anarchy continues

Last Updated: Sunday, November 10, 2013, 19:47

Bangladesh government on Sunday warned Opposition Leader Khaleda Zia that she may also face arrest like other top BNP leaders if her party continues "vandalism and terrorist activities" amid a four-day nationwide shutdown.

`Attarintiki Daaredhi` postponed due to political turmoil

Last Updated: Tuesday, August 6, 2013, 09:23

`Attarintiki Daaredhi`, which was set to release Aug 9, has now been pushed to a further date, which will be announced soon.

Egypt upheaval mars hopes of end to economic woes

Last Updated: Saturday, July 13, 2013, 17:10

Egypt's shattered economy was boosted this week by Gulf allies pledging billions of dollars in aid, but analysts say this simply buys time as political turmoil deepens its economic malaise.

Pakistani president vows support for embattled PM

Last Updated: Monday, January 3, 2011, 20:59

The second largest party in the ruling coalition quit the fragile government.

Is Fonseka being framed?

Last Updated: Tuesday, February 23, 2010, 19:37

Commanding the war that defeated the LTTE was Sri Lanka’s most successful Army chief ever- Lt Gen Sarath Fonseka.

Fears of turmoil in Nepal as Terai party set for fresh stir

Last Updated: Sunday, October 25, 2009, 15:48

A top leader of a Terai-based Madhesi party on Sunday stepped up pressure on the Nepal government to provide greater political and economic rights for the people living in the plains bordering India.