Aditya Tejas

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I'm a writer and multimedia journalist based out of Bangalore. My interests are energy, technology, and international affairs. I've previously worked for WERS and The Hindu.

Google Can Show 'Innocence Of Muslims' On YouTube: Court

The 2012 controversial movie had sparked protests and criticism across Muslim countries for its portrayal of the Prophet Mohammed.

Former Thailand Premier Yingluck Shinawatra Denies Negligence Charges In Rice Subsidy Case

Yingluck Shinawatra is accused of criminal negligence for her role in a multi-billion dollar rice subsidy scheme for rural farmers.

BBC Journalists Arrested While Investigating Migrant Labor In Qatar

The reporters, who were investigating migrant labor in the country, said they were detained and interrogated for two days, and released without being charged.

Thailand Announces 'Transit Area' To Provide Humanitarian Aid To Displaced Rohingya Migrants: Report

Hundreds of migrants on boats have been turned back by Indonesia, Thailand and Malaysia, prompting international censure.

South Africa Xenophobia 2015: Zimbabwe Official Condemns Violence, Says It Could 'Sow Seeds Of Genocide'

In a BBC interview, Zimbabwe’s information minister asked South Africa to take a stronger stance against the violence.

John Kerry Promises 'Ironclad' Commitment To Security In South Korea, Condemns North's 'Horrific Conduct'

John Kerry, in Seoul, condemned the North's nuclear development program and its human rights record.

Egypt Imposes New Restrictions On Women Traveling To Turkey

Relations between Egypt and Turkey have deteriorated since the ouster of former president Mohammed Morsi, who was recently sentenced to death.

Malaysia Intercepts Migrant Vessel Turned Away By Thailand

Thousands of people are adrift in the Andaman Sea after smugglers abandoned their vessels following a Thai crackdown on human trafficking.

Lebanon Arrests ISIS Commander In Country's Northeast: Reports

Lebanon has faced persistent attacks and abductions from militant groups including the Islamic State and the Nusra Front.

China, India Announce $22 Billion In Business Deals, Pledge To Resolve Border Issue

Economic relations between the two Asian giants have improved over the past few years, but an unresolved border dispute remains a thorn.

Guatemala's Fuego Volcano Becoming More Active, Officials Warn

The volcano, which is located just 30 miles from Guatemala's capital, prompted the evacuation of thousands when it last erupted.

Greece In Advanced Talks With China's Cosco Over Piraeus Port Privatization

Greece has also agreed to privatize regional airports to attract investments at a time when its public finances are perilously low.

Burundi Coup Fails: 3 Arrested, Coup Leader Arrested; President Nkurunziza Returns To Country

The arrest comes two days after Maj. Gen. Godefroid Niyombare announced that he had overthrown President Pierre Nkurunziza.

Japan's Cabinet Approves Bills Allowing Greater Military Powers

Prime Minister Shinzo Abe is increasingly focusing on the expansion of military, but his policies have been controversial among the public.

US Embassy Says Australian Terror Attack Is 'Likely', Urges Expats To Be Careful

The alert comes after a spate of recent terrorism arrests left Australian authorities on high alert.

Indonesian Military's 'Virginity Tests' For Women Slammed By Human Rights Group

The Human Rights Watch activist group described the examinations as "cruel, inhuman and degrading.”

Harry Shearer, Voice Of Mr. Burns On 'The Simpsons', Leaves Show

Harry Shearer had held off on signing on to the show after Fox announced two more seasons early this month.

Burundi Coup Leaders Claim Control Of Bujumbura, President's Attempt To Return Home Fails

President Pierre Nkurunziza failed in his attempt to return home from a Tanzania trip as pro-coup forces seized the Bujumbura airport.

Philippine Factory Fire Death Toll Rises To 72

Another 13 people were reported missing and feared dead after the fire gutted the footwear factory.

At Least 31 Workers Dead In Philippines Rubber Footwear Factory Fire

An official in the city of Valenzuela said the fire at the rubber footwear factory appeared to have been caused by shoddy welding equipment.

Iran Warns Saudi-Led Coalition Against Interfering With Yemen Aid Ship As Ceasefire Continues

The U.S. and Saudi Arabia fear the Iranian cargo ship might be used to supply weapons to the Houthi rebels.

Gambia's President Yahya Jammeh Threatens To Slit The Throats Of Gay People

Yahya Jammeh has made violent threats against the country's homosexuals several times during his reign.

UK Prime Minister David Cameron To Unveil Counter-Extremism Bill To Curb Radicalization

The new laws aim to tighten rules on immigration and grant powers to close facilities used by suspected extremists.

Myanmar Acquits 2 Soldiers In Shooting Death Of Journalist, Wife Says She Will Appeal

The process surrounding the military court's investigation into the journalist's killing was criticized by a state-sponsored human rights group.

Russia Invites Greece To Join BRICS Bank As Greek Financial Crisis Deepens: Report

The invitation was reportedly extended during a phone conversation between Greek prime minister and Russia's deputy finance minister.

Apple In Talks With Alibaba Over Apple Pay In China: Report

Internet retail giant Alibaba has the largest mobile payment system in China and its CEO Jack Ma has discussed a possible partnership with Apple before.