Topic: india
Painter Gets His Hands Back Through First-Ever Bilateral Hand Transplant Surgery
According to Times Now, the hands were donated by a woman named Meena Mehta, who served as the administrative head of a reputed school in South Delhi and who pledged to donate several of her organs after her death.
According to Times Now, the hands were donated by a woman named Meena Mehta, who served as the administrative head of a reputed school in South Delhi and who pledged to donate several of her organs after her death.
Runaway Train Travels More Than 40 Miles Without Driver
A runaway freight train in northern India traveled nearly 45 miles without a driver on Sunday, reaching speeds of up to 46 miles per hour, before it was brought to a stop, according to railway officials.
A runaway freight train in northern India traveled nearly 45 miles without a driver on Sunday, reaching speeds of up to 46 miles per hour, before it was brought to a stop, according to railway officials.
Indian Navy Rescues 19 Crew On Ship Hijacked By Somali Pirates
The Indian Navy announced that it had rescued 19 crew members from a vessel hijacked by pirates off the coast of Somalia.
The Indian Navy announced that it had rescued 19 crew members from a vessel hijacked by pirates off the coast of Somalia.
China’s Population Continues To Dwindle As Economy Struggles
China's population declined for the second year, leaving economists concerned about the country's economic future.
China's population declined for the second year, leaving economists concerned about the country's economic future.
India To Probe Apollo Hospital After Links To 'Cash For Kidneys' Scandal
India's health ministry has ordered a probe into Apollo Hospital Delhi, part of largest private hospital chain Apollo Hospitals (APLH.NS), after media reports linked it to the illegal sale by Myanmar nationals of their kidneys for organ transplants.
India's health ministry has ordered a probe into Apollo Hospital Delhi, part of largest private hospital chain Apollo Hospitals (APLH.NS), after media reports linked it to the illegal sale by Myanmar nationals of their kidneys for organ transplants.
41 Workers Rescued From Collapsed Tunnel In India
All 41 miners who had been trapped in a collapsed mine in India for 17 days have been rescued.
All 41 miners who had been trapped in a collapsed mine in India for 17 days have been rescued.
At least 18 people Killed By Lightning Strike In India
Over 18 people were killed in lightning strikes throughout western India's Gujarat state on Sunday.
Over 18 people were killed in lightning strikes throughout western India's Gujarat state on Sunday.
India Suspends Visas For Canadian Nationals As Diplomatic Woes Deepen
India has halted visa services for Canadian citizens in response to what it calls "security threats" against Canadian diplomats, increasing the tension between the two countries.
India has halted visa services for Canadian citizens in response to what it calls "security threats" against Canadian diplomats, increasing the tension between the two countries.
Kenya Flags Off Inaugural Avocado Shipment To India
Kenya has flagged off the first avocado consignment to India to promote agricultural growth and sustainability while enhancing stronger international partnerships.
Kenya has flagged off the first avocado consignment to India to promote agricultural growth and sustainability while enhancing stronger international partnerships.
Indian Authorities Rush To Contain A Deadly Nipah Virus Outbreak
A state in southern India is taking precautions to avoid the spread of the Nipah virus after two people died from the rare and often fatal disease, including closing schools and testing hundreds of individuals.
A state in southern India is taking precautions to avoid the spread of the Nipah virus after two people died from the rare and often fatal disease, including closing schools and testing hundreds of individuals.
Outrage In India After Teacher Asks Students To Slap Muslim Classmate
Police in India are investigating a teacher after a video of her encouraging kids to hit their 7-year-old Muslim classmate provoked considerable outrage across India.
Police in India are investigating a teacher after a video of her encouraging kids to hit their 7-year-old Muslim classmate provoked considerable outrage across India.
Over 25 Dead In India After Wedding Party Bus Bursts Into Flames
At least 25 people were killed when a bus transporting a wedding party crashed in India's western state of Maharashtra on Saturday.
At least 25 people were killed when a bus transporting a wedding party crashed in India's western state of Maharashtra on Saturday.
22 Dead After A Boat Capsizes In India's State Of Kerala
Officials confirmed Monday that at least 22 people were killed when a double-decker tourist boat capsized in India's southern state of Kerala.
Officials confirmed Monday that at least 22 people were killed when a double-decker tourist boat capsized in India's southern state of Kerala.
India To Overtake China As Worlds Most Populous Nation
According to statistics issued by the United Nations on Wednesday, India will overtake China as the world's most populated country by the middle of this year, with about 3 million more people.
According to statistics issued by the United Nations on Wednesday, India will overtake China as the world's most populated country by the middle of this year, with about 3 million more people.
Around 100 People Killed After Myanmar Junta Attack On Village, Shadow Government Says
Around 100 people, including women and children, have been killed after Myanmar’s military junta bombed the Kant Balu township in the Sagaing region on Tuesday, according to the shadow government of the ousted administration.
Around 100 people, including women and children, have been killed after Myanmar’s military junta bombed the Kant Balu township in the Sagaing region on Tuesday, according to the shadow government of the ousted administration.
Avalanche In India Kills Seven People Injuring 13 Others
On Tuesday, Local authorities reported that seven tourists died and 13 others were injured in a significant avalanche in India's northeastern Sikkim.
On Tuesday, Local authorities reported that seven tourists died and 13 others were injured in a significant avalanche in India's northeastern Sikkim.
At Least 35 Killed After Falling Into Underground Stepwell In Indian Temple
At least 35 people were killed Thursday after falling into a stepwell at a Hindu temple in central India after its floor covering collapsed, according to local officials.
At least 35 people were killed Thursday after falling into a stepwell at a Hindu temple in central India after its floor covering collapsed, according to local officials.
Tribes Where Women Are Allowed To Have More Than One Husband
Polyandry, or the practice of a woman having multiple husbands, is less common than polygamy and It is legal in only a few societies, mostly in isolated communities or tribes.
Polyandry, or the practice of a woman having multiple husbands, is less common than polygamy and It is legal in only a few societies, mostly in isolated communities or tribes.
