Countries
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US to review Green Card of nationalists from 19 countries after National Guard attack; check list
World | Nov 28, 2025, 09:06 AM ISTTrump’s green card scrutiny: The decision comes after an attack on National Guard troops in Washington, in which one soldier was killed and another critically injured.
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Which countries have no rivers and how do they survive without natural waterways
World | Nov 15, 2025, 02:45 PM ISTDespite lacking rivers, many of these countries, especially in the Middle East and island nations, have managed to sustain urban growth, agriculture, and daily life through technological innovation and careful water management.
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Top 7 countries with best governance systems in the world | See Pics
World | Feb 28, 2025, 05:59 PM ISTCountries are ranked every year based on the level of governance they provide to their citizens. The ranking broadly depends on government cohesion, business environment, corruption, financial stability, and infrastructure. Let's take a look at the top 7 countries on the list.
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Top 10 smallest countries in world by land area
Auto | Jan 03, 2025, 10:31 AM ISTThe top 10 smallest countries in the world by land area range from Vatican City to Malta, each with unique geography, culture, and political significance.
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7 countries with highest population density
Fashion | Apr 02, 2024, 02:53 PM ISTImagine living in a place where you're practically shoulder-to-shoulder with your neighbours. That's the reality for people in countries with the highest population density. These countries pack a massive number of inhabitants into a relatively small land area.
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US, allies plan international force to counter Houthi attacks on commercial vessels in Red Sea
World | Dec 19, 2023, 04:47 PM ISTUnder the new mission, the military ships will not necessarily escort a specific vessel, but will be positioned to provide umbrella protection to as many as possible at a given time, according to a US official. At least 12 ships have been attacked or seized in the Red Sea.
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51 countries express concern over Chinese human rights violations against Uyghurs in Xinjiang
World | Oct 23, 2023, 08:29 PM ISTSeveral human rights organisations have criticised China for subjecting Uyghurs to torture and inhumane treatment, including sexual violence and forced abortions. China has always rejected the accusations and accused the West of misleading people.
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Budget-friendly international destinations: 5 cheapest countries Indians can visit this year
Travel | Jul 20, 2023, 01:11 PM ISTThese are just some of the cheapest countries that Indians can visit this year with a minimum budget.
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Top 5 Safest places for solo women travellers | UAE to japan
Travel | Apr 10, 2023, 12:58 PM ISTWomen aged 65 and above are leading the trend, with 4% of solo travelers being elderly women in 2019. Know which are the top safest places for solo women travelers.
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Twitter Community Notes reaches to 4 more countries
Technology | Jan 23, 2023, 07:30 PM ISTTwitter rolled out an algorithm update that identifies more low-quality Community Notes, which will result in the suspension of contributor status for those who write unhelpful annotations to provide further clarification and context on tweets.
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'Country has largest solar program in world': EAM at India Global Forum 2021
News | Jun 30, 2021, 08:58 PM ISTExternal Affairs Minister S Jaishankar in conversation with Former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair at the India Global Forum 2021 on June 30 said that India has been pushing a lot of green energy projects and now they have the largest solar program in the world.
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Graphics show 8 out of 9 most surveilled cities in the world are Chinese
World | Jan 17, 2020, 10:04 AM ISTA graphical representation of the most surveilled cities in the world shows that 8 out of the top 9 most surveilled cities are Chinese. The graphic chart was issued by the German stats company Statista. The chart ranks the cities on the world on the bases of most CCTV cameras per 1,000 inhabitants.
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Pictures -- Here's how Christmas was celebrated across the globe
World | Dec 26, 2019, 11:22 AM ISTHoliday season, beautifully lit marketplaces, cosy home bound gatherings, an extended palate and family unions is all that makes up Christmas. The pretty, good-vibe bound festival at the end of the 12-month cycle is always a great way to conclude the year.
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Bolivian senator Jeanine Anez declares herself president
World | Nov 13, 2019, 09:51 AM ISTBolivian Opposition Senator Jeanine Anez has declared herself the interim president of the South American country following Evo Morales' resignation
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10 best countries to live in around the world; Does India find place?
Travel | Dec 30, 2017, 09:29 AM ISTAs per United Nations report, here are the countries that scored the highest:
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'MS Dhoni: The Untold Story' to hit 4,500 screens across 60 countries, confirm makers
Bollywood | Sep 25, 2016, 06:21 PM ISTThe upcoming Bollywood biopic of our Captain Cool, 'MS Dhoni: The Untold Story', will get one of the widest releases in 4,500 screens across 60 countries, according to its makers. It is one of of
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On health index, India ranks 143 out of 188 countries. Find out which country tops the list
India | Sep 23, 2016, 11:24 AM ISTIndia is standing at 143rd position among 188 countries in the first annual assessment of Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) health performance published in The Lancet. The study was released at an event at the UN
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US world's most expensive country to give birth, reveals study
World | Sep 16, 2016, 10:23 AM ISTThe US is the most expensive place in the world for women to give birth, according to a new study The survey comprising of 14 developed countries undertaken by the UK medical journal The
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India on seventh spot among world’s 10 wealthiest countries
India | Aug 23, 2016, 04:33 PM ISTIndia has entered the list of top 10 wealthiest countries in the world, with a total individual wealth of $5,600 billion (Rs 375 lakh crore) while the United States topped the chart.
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New report says health facilities attacked in 19 countries
World | May 24, 2016, 09:59 AM ISTUnited Nation: Deliberate or indiscriminate attacks have decimated health facilities, killed medical workers and patients, and deprived countless civilians of care in 19 countries during 2015 and the first three months of 2016, a coalition