Nepal's anti-graft body CIAA opens formal inquiry into alleged corruption in Pokhara International Airport, a $216 million project built with Chinese loan. Probe follows PAC report citing NPR 10 billion loss.
An exploration of the untold narratives of migrants in Bengaluru, whose resilience and labour are fundamental to the city's fabric. Discover the human stories behind the headlines.
Hong Kong's district council election saw a higher-than-expected 27.5% turnout, despite public anger over a recent deadly fire. Analysts see it as a test of the political climate.
French President Macron's China trip yields limited deals. Hong Kong sees low election turnout amid public grief. Japan-China tensions flare ahead of Nanjing Massacre anniversary. Full analysis.
Japan accuses Chinese fighter jets of provocative radar lock-ons near Okinawa, escalating regional tensions. Details on the diplomatic fallout and global reactions inside.
The Tibetan Women's Association completes 30 years of weekly silent protests in Dharamshala, demanding justice for Tibet and remembering those lost. Read their powerful story of resilience.
Japanese F-15 jets targeted by Chinese J-15 radar near Okinawa. Tokyo lodges strong protest as Australia urges calm. Incident follows PM Takaichi's remarks on Taiwan. Read more.
Cyclone Ditwah's devastating fury leaves at least 627 dead and several hundred missing in Sri Lanka. Rescue operations intensify as the nation grapples with the aftermath.
Cyclone Ditwah devastates Sri Lanka, killing 627 with hundreds missing. Rescue operations intensify amid widespread destruction. Read the latest updates.
Sri Lanka issues fresh landslide warnings as Cyclone Ditwah's rains worsen the disaster. Over 618 dead, 2 million affected. Read about the regional crisis and relief efforts.
Hundreds protest new US base in Okinawa, citing war risks & 6,200+ crimes by troops since 1972. 70% locals oppose the military presence. Read the full report.
A three-year-old boy's tragic death in an open drain sparks outrage in Karachi, leading to arrests and demands for accountability from municipal authorities.
China's first major blizzard of the season blankets regions, leading to a novel 'snow vacation' for students. The policy aims to boost winter tourism, with data showing a significant rise in travel bookings. Discover the impact.
Hong Kong residents cast votes in the Legislative Council election, a pivotal event shadowed by a recent deadly fire in Kowloon that claimed 39 lives. Explore the details and implications.
Japan reports a Chinese military aircraft locked its fire-control radar on a Japanese fighter jet over the East China Sea, escalating regional tensions. Read the full details.
Ancient Chinese records of a 709 BCE solar eclipse are helping scientists measure changes in Earth's rotation and solar cycles. Discover how meticulous observations from millennia ago power today's astrophysics.
A powerful account of survival during the 1971 war, detailing a family's resilience, loss, and the enduring human spirit. Read this moving true story of courage.
A deadly Hong Kong fire followed contractor safety lapses and resident resistance to evacuation. Investigators reveal shocking breaches. Read the full report on the tragedy.
A tragic leopard attack in Coimbatore's Valparai area claims the life of a 5-year-old boy. Forest officials launch search, recover body. Initial compensation announced for the grieving family from Assam.
Hong Kong police arrest a 71-year-old man for posting seditious content online, criticising authorities over a deadly apartment fire that killed 159 people. Read the full details.
Chinese forces fired warning flares at a Philippine surveillance aircraft near Subi Reef. The incident highlights rising tensions in the resource-rich, hotly contested waters. Read the full report.
China's foreign ministry issues a stern warning to international media, accusing them of spreading false information about a deadly Hong Kong fire. Details on the incident and the official response.
Explore the eerie story of Pyongyang's Ryugyong Hotel, a 105-storey ghost building. A rare insider reveals its concrete interior and 30-year mystery. Discover why this $800m project never opened.
Devastating floods and landslides in Indonesia's Sumatra kill over 900. Officials warn starvation in isolated areas may push toll higher. Read the full report on the Southeast Asia disaster.
A tragic bus accident in southern Turkey claims 7 lives, injures 11. The crash occurred on the Adana-Gaziantep highway before dawn. Read the full report on the investigation.
Residents of Wang Fuk Court were misled about the contractor's safety history before a deadly fire killed 159. Investigations into manslaughter and corruption are ongoing. Read the shocking details.
Taiwan's defence ministry reports a significant increase in Chinese military presence with 29 PLA aircraft and 6 naval vessels operating around the island. Tensions escalate in the Taiwan Strait.
Taiwan's government bans Rednote (Xiaohongshu) citing fraud and security risks, sparking opposition outcry over internet freedom. Read the full story.
Pakistan's defence ministry officially appoints Field Marshal Asim Munir as the country's first Chief of Defence Forces, marking a major military restructuring. Read about the implications.
The UAE Lottery's Lucky Day format has been overhauled. Draws move to every Saturday with a Dh30 million grand prize and a boosted Dh5 million second prize, now subject to sharing rules. Learn about the new odds and how to play.