
Tiger nations to set up anti-poaching network
Thirteen countries which are home to the world's dwindling population of wild tigers Friday agreed to establish an intelligence-sharing network to fight traffickers, concluding an anti-poaching conference in Kathmandu. ... more
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Uber to launch 'panic button' for users in India
Uber is launching a "panic button" and other safety features for users in India, following news that Mumbai was readying a ban on the ride-sharing service. ... more
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China bids to host secretariat of new high seas treaty
China's birth rate falls to lowest on record: official data
South Africa flood toll rises, large parts of Mozambique submerged
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Obama hails Dalai Lama as 'good friend'
President Barack Obama on Thursday hailed the Dalai Lama as a "good friend" during a symbolic first public encounter between the two men that is sure to enrage Beijing. ... more
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Sri Lanka approves Chinese port project
Sri Lanka's new government on Thursday gave the green light for China's $1.4-billion port-related project in the capital despite warning while in opposition that it would scrap the controversial venture. ... more
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New Sri Lanka president renews troop deployment orders
Sri Lanka's new President Maithripala Sirisena has renewed orders allowing for troops to be deployed across the island, dampening hopes Thursday of a lower-profile military presence under his rule. ... more
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Climate summit hosts press India on emissions
The French hosts of a UN climate summit later this year insisted Thursday that combatting global warming would not undermine efforts to fight poverty as they lobbied for India's support in cutting emissions. ... more
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Russia and US Go Toe-To-Toe for India's Nuclear Industry
President Obama just concluded his landmark visit to India, having been the first US President to attend the country's Republic Day celebrations. This came on the heels of President Putin's monument ... more
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