When Voter ID Matters And When It Doesn't

When the government chooses to either ignore or use identity documents only when it suits them, it shakes people's sense of stability, observes Shyam G Menon. Illustrations: Dominic Xavier/Rediff......

Japan wants India's support on island disputes with China

Engaged in a territorial dispute with China, Japan on Thursday sought to rope in India's support over "the recent Chinese provocative actions" saying a message needs to be sent to it collectively......

Ex-Japan PM Shinzo Abe dies hrs after being shot during campaign event

Former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe was on Friday confirmed dead after he was shot at during a campaign speech in Nara City, western Japan, local media reported citing officials. IMAGE:......

Why India-Japan strategic ties are critical in containing China

Prime Minister Shinzo Abe will arrive in India on Saturday, the guest of honour at this year's Republic Day. As Japan beefs up its defences against China, both New Delhi and Tokyo seem to have......