
Modi a mascot of Hinduism, says priest
Prime Minister Narendra Modi did not speak a word during the elaborate prayer ceremony conducted for him at Pashupatinath Temple here, revealed head priest Mool Bhatta Ganesh Bhatta, speaking to The Hindu. Mr. Modi arrived at the temple on Monday morning. The day is considered auspicious in the... read more »

Lakes formed by quake in China threaten flooding
Rescuers raced on Tuesday to evacuate villages near rising lakes formed by landslides, complicating relief efforts following a strong earthquake in southern China that killed at least 398 people and has left thousands homeless. Rescue teams have freed dozens of trapped survivors as they dig through... read more »

Real Madrid striker Willian Jose set to join Palmeiras
Real Madrid striker Willian Jose is close to joining Brazilian giants Palmeiras on loan until the end of the season. Jose has agreed in principal to a four-month deal with Palmeiras, who are expected to officially announce the 22-year-old’s move from the Bernabeu this week, Xinhua reported citing... read more »

US grants $225 million more to Israel’s anti-missile Iron Dome
U.S. President Barack Obama on Monday signed a bill granting an additional $225 million to Israel for the procurement of the Iron Dome missile defence system to counter short-range rocket threats. “This funding will ensure that Israel will be able to sustain production of Iron Dome components in... read more »