Regime agrees to Syria peace deal but doubts persist
The agreement, announced yesterday, does not apply to jihadists like the Islamic State group and Al-Nusra Front.
Feb 23, 2016, 18:04 PM IST
Crazy Islamists want no Hindus in Bangladesh, says Taslima Nasreen
The Hindus comprise about 10% of the Muslim-majority Bangladesh's 160 million population.
Feb 22, 2016, 17:43 PM IST
Canada to end air strikes in Iraq, Syria February 22
Canada announced Monday it will end air strikes targeting the Islamic State group in Iraq and Syria and bring home its six fighter jets on February 22.
Feb 09, 2016, 00:09 AM IST
Alleged 2nd-in-command of ISIS in India is a boy, lawyer says
The magistrate then remanded the `boy' to children's home and directed the defence and the prosecution to satisfy the court on the point of his age at next hearing on February 8.
Jan 30, 2016, 23:21 PM IST
IS planning for 'large-scale' attacks on Europe: Europol
IS developed a new combat style capability to carry out large-scale terrorist attacks on a global stage with a particular focus in Europe, an official said.
Jan 25, 2016, 19:35 PM IST
Gunmen kill police colonel, 4 others in Yemen's Aden
Al-Qaeda and the rival Islamic State group both have a presence in the city, where jihadists occupy government buildings and are seen patrolling several districts and intimidating civilians.
Jan 24, 2016, 18:52 PM IST
Iraq forces evacuate hundreds of civilians from Ramadi
Iraqi forces evacuated 635 civilians from Ramadi today as they continued to clear the city two weeks after declaring victory against the Islamic State group, security officials said.
Jan 11, 2016, 01:43 AM IST
UK plans special force to train anti-IS fighters
This could boost recruitment to the UK's Special Air Service (SAS) at a time when elite military personnel are in increasingly high demand.
Jan 02, 2016, 18:55 PM IST
ISIS leader Baghdadi goads West in rare audio statement
Islamic State group leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi Saturday threatened Israel, saying the extremist group had not forgotten about the Jews.
Dec 27, 2015, 21:42 PM IST
Now, Pune teen girl under police radar for IS leanings
Technical investigations and contacts helped the ATS identify the girl, a Class XI science student in a city-based college, the TOI report said.
Dec 18, 2015, 04:53 AM IST
US pizza shop owner admits trying to recruit for Islamic State
The 31-year-old accused was born in Yemen and is a naturalized US citizen.
Dec 18, 2015, 04:01 AM IST
Egypt says still no proof `terrorist` attack downed Russia plane
Moscow said an investigation had found that the plane which took off from the Sinai resort of Sharm el-Sheikh was brought down by a bomb on board.
Dec 14, 2015, 18:55 PM IST
French teacher attacked by man claiming Islamic State link
The male teacher was taken to hospital after the attack by a man wielding a knife or box-cutter who fled the scene after the attack.
Dec 14, 2015, 15:21 PM IST
US vows stepped up fight on Islamic State group
The United States will intensify its efforts to destroy the Islamic State extremist group in Syria and Iraq, Secretary of Defense Ashton Carter pledged Friday.
Dec 12, 2015, 05:45 AM IST
Obama to discuss Islamic State fight at Pentagon
Facing intense scrutiny about his counterterror policy, President Barack Obama will huddle with top security brass and deliver an address at the Pentagon Monday, hoping to underscore his role as commander-in-chief.
Dec 12, 2015, 01:59 AM IST
I will rip out your heart, tongue: Drug kingpin tells Islamic State leader Al Baghdadi
El Chapo has reportedly threatened to destroy the Islamic State if it continues to 'impact' on his cartel's operation.
Dec 11, 2015, 15:45 PM IST
IS finance chief confirmed killed in air strike: US
Abu Saleh was killed in late November, US military spokesman Colonel Steve Warren said in a videoconference from Baghdad, calling him "one of the most senior and experienced members" of the group`s financial network.
Dec 11, 2015, 01:25 AM IST
Iraq forces retake large part of Ramadi city from ISIS: Officials
Iraqi security forces on Tuesday recaptured a large area on the southwestern side of Ramadi from the Islamic State group.
Dec 08, 2015, 19:24 PM IST
`We feel ashamed`: Pakistani relatives of California shooter
Tashfeen Malik, 29, and her husband Syed Farook, 28, gunned down 14 people at a social services centre in San Bernardino.
Dec 06, 2015, 21:11 PM IST
Iran says has duty to mediate in Turkey-Russia dispute
Russia and Iran are major backers of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad`s regime.
Dec 06, 2015, 20:48 PM IST
