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Park, 66, had boycotted most of the trial in protest at being held in custody. She was not present in court for Fridays judgement which, in a rare move, was broadcast live on television. (Photo: AP)

Ex-South Korean president Park jailed for 24 years over corruption

The sentence followed a trial lasting more than 10 months which ended with Park being found guilty on multiple criminal...

6 April 2018 4:25 PM IST

In search of a revolution and a commode

In search of a revolution and a commode

A shot rings out in the red light district of Sonagachi in Calcutta. A bullet, carrying “its own convoluted...

12 Nov 2010 12:40 PM IST

Choi Soon-sil, center, the jailed confidante of disgraced South Korean President Park Geun-hye, arrives for questioning into her suspected role in political scandal at the office of the independent counsel in Seoul. (Photo: AP)

Friend of South Korea's impeached Park 'says sorry' for scandal

Park has immunity from prosecution as long as she is in office even though her powers are suspended.

26 Dec 2016 7:34 PM IST

South Korean President Park Geun-Hye. (Photo: AFP)

Impeached South Korean leader rejects accusations against her

Park's meeting with a selected group of reporters was the first time she spoke to the media since lawmakers impeached...

1 Jan 2017 3:12 PM IST