President Obama says he looks forward to a reformed UN Security Council with India as a permanent member.

An unspecified number of boys and girls were arrested, and 'Western musical instruments', alcohol seized say reports.

Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi says terrorist machines and networks are active across the globe.

A suicide bomber targeting Iranian pilgrims kills at least 10 in Iraqi shrine city of Karbala.

President says India failed to respond positively to peace overtures from Islamabad.

US General David Petraeus drafts timetable for handing over of control of Afghan provinces to local security forces.

Michelle Obama dances barefoot to Bollywood tunes, as she visited a charity helping orphans.

Hosts claim victory in final ODI as Sri Lanka win series 2-1.

Pacemen rips through Indian top-order on day four of first Test.

Executions come amid a surge of US drone attacks killing nine militants.