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Malaysia's former leader set to become world's oldest PM at 92

Published On: May 10, 2018 07:15 AM NPT By: Agencies

Mahathir Mohamad’s election victory brings an end to ruling coalition’s lengthy hold on power

Ishan Kishan blinder sets up big win for Mumbai Indians over Kolkata Knight Riders

Published On: May 10, 2018 06:50 AM NPT By: Agencies

Ishan Kishan helped misfiring Mumbai Indians set a 211-run target before their bowlers pegged away to dismiss Kolkata Knight Riders cheaply in the IPL 2018 game.

Xi Jinping the most powerful person in world, Narendra Modi in top 10

Published On: May 9, 2018 04:47 PM NPT By: Agencies

New York, May 9: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been ranked among the top 10 most powerful people in the world by Forbes in a list that has been topped for the first time ever by Chinese President Xi Jinping, who dethroned Russian President Vladimir Putin as the most influential person on the planet.

Carbon dioxide in the atmosphere hits its highest level in 800,000 years

Published On: May 9, 2018 02:00 PM NPT By: Agencies

For the first time in recorded history, the average monthly level of CO2 in the atmosphere exceeded 410 parts per million in April, according to observations at the Mauna Loa Observatory in Hawaii.

Picasso’s nude painting fetches $115 million at Rockefeller auction

Published On: May 9, 2018 12:08 PM NPT By: Agencies

A Pablo Picasso painting of a teenage nude with flowers fetched $115 million at Christie’s on Tuesday.

Alibaba acquires Daraz in estimated $200 million deal

Published On: May 9, 2018 10:48 AM NPT By: Agencies

KARACHI: Chinese ecommerce giant Alibaba acquired Pakistan-based leading online retailer Daraz Group for an estimated $150 to $200 million a couple of months after it announced a multibillion rupees investment in acquisition of 45 percent stake in a local financial service, industry officials said on Tuesday.

KL Rahul 95* in vain, Rajasthan Royals stay alive with win over Kings XI Punjab

Published On: May 9, 2018 06:31 AM NPT By: Agencies

KL Rahul’s magnificent knock went in vain as Rajasthan Royals, desperately chasing a spot in the IPL 2018 playoffs, pulled off a vital 15-run over Kings XI Punjab.

Hawaii volcano eruption destroys 35 facilities (with video)

Published On: May 8, 2018 05:40 PM NPT By: Agencies

LEILANI ESTATES, Hawaii, May 8: The destructive tear of this volcanic eruption isn't over yet.

Pluto could be reclassified by scientists as a planet

Published On: May 8, 2018 05:32 PM NPT By: Agencies

FLORIDA, May 8: Three years ago, Nasa's New Horizons, the fastest spaceship ever launched, raced past Pluto, spectacularly revealing the wonders of that newly seen world.

Australia will just have to accept ball-tampering taunts in England

Published On: May 8, 2018 04:51 PM NPT By: Agencies

MELBOURNE - Australia's cricketers will just have to bear English taunts over the ball-tampering affair on tour next month for the one-day international series, spinner Nathan Lyon has said.

5 tips to keep your heart healthy

Published On: May 8, 2018 04:47 PM NPT By: Agencies

You know that exercise and a good diet can keep your heart healthy. But what else can you do to keep your ticker going strong? Here are five key things you need to do every day to help your heart work most efficiently. Incorporate these habits into your lifestyle and your heart health will be the best it can be for you.

Late night dust storm hits North India, Met issues weather alert for Tuesday

Published On: May 8, 2018 01:32 PM NPT By: Agencies

NEW DELHI, May 8: Thunderstorms and gusty winds are likely to hit several northern India states, including Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh, and Delhi on Tuesday, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).

SRH beat RCB by five runs, all but through to play-offs

Published On: May 8, 2018 06:50 AM NPT By: Agencies

Sunrisers Hyderabad produced another brilliant bowling effort after skipper Kane Williamson’s crucial half-century to beat Royal Challengers Bangalore by five runs in their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2018 encounter on Monday

Modi plans three 'surprise gifts' for Nepal

Published On: May 7, 2018 12:05 PM NPT By: Agencies

KATHMANDU, May 7: During his two-day state visit to Nepal starting May 11,Prime Minister Narendra Modi will announce three separate "surprise gifts" for Kathmandu, Janakpur and Muktinath Temple.

Why the British never colonized Nepal

Published On: May 7, 2018 12:00 PM NPT By: Agencies

After conquering India and fighting two wars against the Gorkhali Army, the victorious British did not colonize what's now Nepal, for good reason.

Indian police arrest man accused of orchestrating gang rape, murder of teenage girl

Published On: May 7, 2018 09:58 AM NPT By: Agencies

NEW DELHI, May 7: Police have arrested a man in the alleged kidnapping and gang rape of a girl who was then burned to death, according to a local official.

Barcelona Ties Real Madrid in a Heated Clásico

Published On: May 7, 2018 09:05 AM NPT By: Agencies

BARCELONA, Spain — Barcelona and Real Madrid showed Sunday that they don’t need titles at stake to produce a thrilling game.

Hardik Pandya takes all-round show versus Kolkata Knight Riders in his stride

Published On: May 7, 2018 07:35 AM NPT By: Agencies

Hardik Pandya scored a quick-fire 35 off 20 balls and took two wickets as Mumbai Indians defeated Kolkata Knight Riders by 13 runs in their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2018 encounter in Mumbai on Sunday.

KL Rahul stoops to conquer, Kings XI Punjab down Rajasthan Royals

Published On: May 7, 2018 07:27 AM NPT By: Agencies

KL Rahul, who smashed IPL’s fastest 50 earlier, paced his innings to a beauty to hand Kings XI Punjab a six-wicket win over bottom-placed Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2018 in Indore on Sunday.

Pakistan Interior Minister Ahsan Iqbal shot at election rally

Published On: May 7, 2018 07:22 AM NPT By: Agencies

Ahsan Iqbal 'out of danger' after being shot in the shoulder at political gathering in Narowal district, officials say.