SAINT PETERSBURG, June 20: Russia moved to the brink of qualifying for the last 16 of the World Cup after the host nation beat Mohamed Salah's Egypt in St Petersburg.

India is suffering from the worst water crisis in its history with 600 million people facing acute water shortage, a government think-tank says.

BRISBANE, Nov 26: A pulsating Ashes opener that had promised a grandstand finish will more than likely end early with a handsome win to Australia after Steve Smith’s side pushed within 56 runs of victory at the close of day four on Sunday.

Venezuela has a $120-$140 billion external debt which it borrowed when oil prices were more than $100 a barrel. Experts predict that a default is inevitable unless oil prices recover quickly.

BUENOS AIRES, Oct 6: Twice champions and 2014 runners-up Argentina were in serious danger of failing to reach the 2018 World Cup finals after being held to a 0-0 draw by Peru on Thursday.

LONDON, May 9: As Cesc Fabregas composed Chelsea's march to the brink of the English Premier League title, it was hard to believe the midfielder was making just his 11th start of the campaign on Monday.

KATHMANDU, May 2: With one of the major ruling coalition partners, Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP), withdrawing support from the Pushpa Kamal Dahal-led government, the government is tottering on the brink just ahead of the local elections.

Iran took a significant step towards qualifying for next year's World Cup finals with a 1-0 win over China on Tuesday that pushed Marcello Lippi's team closer to the brink of elimination.

Arab world on the brink of new turmoil

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Conservation is not only about rhinos and tigers. Many little known species also need protection

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One and a half years is a really long time for rebuilding. No wonder earthquake survivors feel like it’s been ages

CHITAWAN, Aug 24: The Chitwan Chamber of Commerce and Industries (CCCI) has protested against the donation campaign by various political parties targeting enterprises and business houses in the area.