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5 countries where the death penalty is legal but rare
India’s Supreme Court sentenced the last surviving gunman of the 2008 attacks on Mumbai, to death. Here is a list of 5 countries where the death penalty is a legal possibility, though rare.
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China-Pakistan deal raises fears of nuclear proliferation
China’s plan to build two nuclear reactors in Pakistan has prompted concern about nuclear proliferation. The two nations may aim to counter mutual rival India, which signed a nuclear deal with the US last year.
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Third suspected Maoist attack on India train kills 65
Rebel Maoists in eastern India are suspected of causing a passenger train to derail and collide with an oncoming freight train in West Bengal Friday. It would be their third deadly attack in two months, signaling the insurgency's growing momentum.
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Air India crash: Pilot error or dangerous Mangalore airport?
'This was no accident,' says an environmental group that sued to stop construction of an additional runway at Mangalore International Airport, where an Air India Express plane crashed Saturday. The crash killed 158 passengers, but eight survived.
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Sania Mirza, Shoaib Malik engagement: Is he already married?
The already controversial engagement of Indian tennis star Sania Mirza to Pakistani cricketer Shoaib Malik drew more heat Monday with accusations that the groom-to-be was already married. Indian police questioned him for two hours.
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Saudi Arabia and India address terrorism in a rare meeting
During the first visit to Saudi Arabia by an Indian premier in nearly three decades, Manmohan Singh discussed terrorism, peace with Pakistan, and trade.
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India: Talks with Pakistan undeterred by Pune attack
Indian officials said Monday that upcoming peace talks with Pakistan are on track despite Saturday's attacks in Pune which some suspect were orchestrated by a Pakistan-based terrorist group.
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One year after Mumbai attacks, a push to move on
On the anniversary of the Mumbai attacks, some commemorate, others capitalize.
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India fears losing US favor even as Obama fetes Manmohan Singh
President Obama is hosting Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh this week with his first state visit. But India worries the US cares more about wooing rivals China and Pakistan.
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Clinton: Hard to believe Pakistan can't find Al Qaeda
Secretary of State Hillary Clinton's blunt comments about Al Qaeda havens during her trip to Pakistan have raised eyebrows.
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Maoists' hijacking of Indian train reveals new audacity
Some 300 Naxalite rebels hijacked a swanky passenger train Tuesday. The attack ended peacefully, but the urban target shocked India and deepened concern about the rebels' reach.
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Crashed helicopter of popular Indian politician found
Influential state chief minister Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy had disappeared Wednesday while flying over a thick jungle area believed to be controlled by Maoist rebels.
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Islamic militancy in Bangladesh shows new signs of life
Despite crackdowns, terrorist groups are showing a persistence and resilience that worries authorities.
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Pakistan says India's nuclear sub threatens regional peace
Pakistani Navy officials warn the submarine, launched on Sunday, could spark an arms race. Two weeks ago the countries agreed to peace talks.
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Eclipse? India says demons and terrorists and floods, oh my
Tomorrows eclipse brings as much dread as awe to some
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Clinton's India trip could net new defense pact
The deal would allow the US to sell India sophisticated military technology, and comes amid US efforts to boost ties with India.
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The Monitor's View: India-Pakistan rapprochement? Terrorists, beware.
The leaders of both countries agreed this week that terrorism is each nation's main threat. That's an encouraging sign.
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China raises casualty toll in Uighur riots
Will Chinese efforts to restore calm get at the root of the unrest?
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Are terror groups finding a haven in Bangladesh?
Police have uncovered South Asian terror operatives in the country. Reports allege that Bangladeshi and Pakistani intelligence services are involved.
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US considers broadening drone airstrikes in Pakistan
Obama urged to expand attacks beyond tribal areas to territory controlled by the Pakistani government.
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India accuses Pakistani Army officer of involvement in Mumbai attacks
The colonel, accused of facilitating communications between the attackers and handlers in Pakistan, was named along with 34 other suspects.
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Pakistan releases nuclear scientist AQ Khan from house arrest
The scientist confessed in 2004 to selling Pakistan's nuclear secrets to Iran, Libya, and North Korea.
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India revels in acclaim for 'Slumdog Millionaire'
Some see hope for change as the film, with four Golden Globe awards and 10 Oscar nominations, spotlights the desperation of slum life.
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World welcomes Obama with (mostly) open arms
Some think expectations may be too high for the new president.
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India: Pakistan must sustain resolve
Pakistan agreed Tuesday to ban Jamaat-ud-Dawa – a charity considered a front for the militant group tied to the Mumbai attacks – if the United Nations requests it.
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India overhauls national security after Mumbai attacks
Reforms arrive amid fears of additional attacks; India prepares to confront Pakistan over handling of terror suspects.
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