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SA reciprocates: Visa-free travel for UK officials over

In 2009, the British government had revoked South Africa’s visa free status.

Rousseff lauds BRICS, urges UNSC reforms

Rousseff lauds BRICS, urges UNSC reforms

The Brazilian President pointed towards serious risks of paralysis and inaction of the UN Security Council.

UNSC must not cede lead role in terror war: China

UNSC must not cede lead role in terror war: China

The Chinese Foreign Minister’s comments came as the US military launched a fresh round of air strikes against the ISIL.

IMF revises stance on China’s growth prospects

IMF revises stance on China’s growth prospects

The global lender says the country's growth will likely be "well above" 7 per cent next year.

India top court cancels 214 coal licenses

India top court cancels 214 coal licenses

The apex court had ruled last month that all coal mining licences awarded between 1993 and 2010 are illegal.

Chinese Premier to visit Russia next month

Chinese Premier to visit Russia next month

Russia’s trade turnover with China is almost thrice as big as that with the US.

India creates history, maiden Mars mission successful

India creates history, maiden Mars mission successful

India has now become the first country to succeed on its first Mars mission, with a record-low budget of $74 million.

NSA spying station in Austria?

NSA spying station in Austria?

Published photos depict a listening post atop a skyscraper in Vienna, located next door to a venue which regularly hosts UN meetings.

India seeks re-election to UNHRC

India seeks re-election to UNHRC

The body aims to shine a spotlight on rights abuses by adopting resolutions.

China gives $6mn for south-south coop on climate change

China gives $6mn for south-south coop on climate change

China, India say developed nations, who were the first to industrialise, must take the initiative on climate change.