Gayathri writes about geopolitics and business for International Business Times. She began her career at the Times of India as news coordinator, before moving on to IBTimes in 2011. Her interests include blogs, books, movies, Internet humor, and Aditya Bal’s cooking shows. She holds a master's degree in Mass Communication from University of Hyderabad and a bachelor’s in English Literature from Presidency College, University of Madras.
Obama, Top Tech Executives To Talk Healthcare.gov, NSA Leaks
The session will focus on the economic impact of files leaked by Snowden on tech firms and address issues dogging the Obamacare website.
Indian State Adopts Anti-Black Magic Bill
The measure marks changing attitudes in India toward religious practitioners and so-called holy men who draw a large number of followers.
Dec. Euro Zone PMI: Weak, Lopsided Growth
Factory activity was fueled by rising exports, while low demand within the euro zone suppressed growth in the service sector.
Veteran Brain Trauma Health Care Access To Get Easier
Access to benefits for diseases including Parkinsonism, dementia and depression have been made easier under the new rules.
Yemen’s Parliament Approves Ban On Drone Strikes
The non-binding motion is seen as a government recommendation and a sign of increasing opposition to the U.S. drone program.
Visa, MasterCard In $5.7B Settlement With Retailers
Visa and MasterCard win an approval to resolve complaints over high swipe fees.
India Expresses ‘Shock’ Over Diplomat’s Arrest In New York
Complaint by a former domestic spurs arrest of Devyani Khobragade.
Thai Political Crisis Deepens As Protesters Dig In
Heads of the nation's armed forces have agreed to meet with the protest leader who is insisting on an unelected government.
American Missing In Iran Worked For CIA: Reports
Robert Levinson’s disappearance prompted a major internal investigation within the agency, which reportedly also paid off his family.
Boeing’s 777X Deal Fails Yet Again In Washington State
Boeing said its “best and final” offer to build key parts of its new jet in the Puget Sound region was rejected by the main workers’ union.
French Inflation Holds Steady, Italy Records Decline
A drop in fuel prices, among other factors, exerted downward inflationary pressure in both France and Italy.
Is Viktor Yanukovych Ready For the EU?
The U.S. has conveyed to Russia that Ukraine’s foreign policy issue isn't a “zero-sum game,” adding that the people’s voice needs to be heard.
US, UK Suspend Nonlethal Aid Delivery To Syrian Rebels
The decision came after an Islamist group took control of warehouses owned by Western-backed Syrian rebels.
India Wants Afghan Ties, But Without Strings Attached
Afghanistan may request for military hardware from India on Hamid Karzai's visit, but India does not want to provoke the U.S. or Pakistan.
Greek Unemployment Rate Refuses To Inch Down
A stubborn jobless rate keeps Greece reeling under austerity measures put in place after the nation's debt crisis.
Homosexuality Once Again Illegal In India After Court Ruling
Dealing a blow to gay rights, India’s apex court ruled that a lower court’s 2009 decision in favor of homosexuality was not supported by law.
US Expresses ‘Disgust’ Over Ukraine's Treatment Of Protesters
“The United States stands with the people of Ukraine. They deserve better,” Secretary of State John Kerry said.
'Giant Of History' Mandela Honored By World Leaders
“It is hard to eulogize any man...how much harder to do so for a giant of history, who moved a nation towards justice,” President Obama said.
Chinese Hackers Broke Into EU Ministries Before G-20: Report
A California-based cybersecurity firm said hackers released malicious code on to computers before September’s G-20 summit in Russia.
Will Pussy Riot, Greenpeace Activists Be Granted Amnesty?
Russian media says an amnesty bill initiated by Putin will free the jailed protesters, contradicting last week’s reports.
