World Bank selects Jim Yong Kim as its next President

United States nominee Jim Yong Kim was on Monday chosen as the next president of the World Bank, an appointment that continues the longstanding tradition of an American leading the Washington-based......

TEXT: President Patil's last address to Parliament

President Pratibha Patil on Monday addressed Parliament for the last time as President when she flagged off the Budget session. Here's the text of her speechHonourable Members I welcome you to this......

'India should aim to be powerful and set new standards'

'Nonalignment 2.0 -- A foreign and strategic policy for India in the twenty first century' -- was released in New Delhi last week. The document is the product of collective deliberations of Dr......

India still on the back foot in countering cyber attacks

Cyber attacks have become a major worry for India, as it has been repeatedly targeted by countries like Pakistan and China, reports Vicky Nanjappa. The report by James Clapper, director, National......

ED's notice to BCCI regarding IPL II fund transfer

The Enforcement Directorate has issued notice to the BCCI to explain transfer and routing of funds to the tune of Rs 1,600 crore in the conduct of the second season of Indian Premier League cricket......