Kerala HC permits screening of ‘Vivek’, Iran calls new U.S. sanctions ‘outrageous and idiotic’, and more

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Filmmaker Anand Patwardhan. File photo.

Kerala HC permits screening of Anand Patwardhan’s documentary ‘Vivek’

The Kerala High Court on Tuesday permitted the screening of Anand Patwardhan’s documentary  Vivek  (Reason) at the International Documentary and Short Film Festival in Thiruvananthapuram.

Jharkhand lynching case: ‘Tabrez would have been alive if given minimum medical attention’

Distraught and inconsolable, yet Shehnaz Begum, mother-in-law of 24-year-old Tabrez Ansari, victim of  Jharkhand  mob lynching, could gather all her strength to speak.

Trade, S-400, Iran oil to top Pompeo-Jaishankar talks

India will once again press its case for a waiver of United States’ sanctions on the $5.4 billion Russian S-400 Triumf anti-missile deal, but will discuss Washington’s concerns over the issue during talks with Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on Wednesday.

Iran calls new U.S. sanctions ‘outrageous and idiotic’

Iran on Tuesday sharply criticised new United States sanctions targeting the Islamic Republic’s supreme leader and other top officials, saying the measures spell the 

“permanent closure” of diplomacy between the two nations . Iran’s President described the White House as “afflicted by mental retardation”.

Brian Lara hospitalised after complaining of chest pain

Former international cricketer Brian Lara was taken to the Global Hospital in Parel on Tuesday.

The Hindu Explains: The state of Indo-US ties ahead of Mike Pompeo's visit

U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo’s visit to India is expected to give a boost to the engagement between the political leaderships of India and the U.S., the Ministry of External Affairs has said.

Crazy humour set to stage a comeback with a bang

Madhu Balaji, the brother of the late dramatist Crazy Mohan, did not waste any time getting back to what he thought would be the next logical step — deciding when to stage the next play of their troupe, Crazy Creations.

Prince Harry, Meghan’s new home with Indian connection cost taxpayers millions

Prince Harry and his wife Meghan Markle’s new home, a 19th century cottage with an Indian connection on Windsor estate, cost the UK taxpayers a whopping £2.4 million in refurbishment, according to annual royal accounts released on Tuesday.

2019 Cricket World Cup | England vs Australia scoreboard

England won the toss and opted to field against Australia in their World Cup clash at Lord's on Tuesday.

Parliament proceedings live | Modi pitches for corporate investment in agriculture

The Rajya Sabha began its day with an obituary reference to sitting Member Madanlal Saini.