Category : Asia Pacific


Plane Crash Near Juba Kills All Onboard

A passenger plane crashed on the outskirts of South Sudan's capital Juba, killing all 54 people onboard. The aircraft was en route to a nearby city when it went down.

First Para Sports Ground Inaugurated in Jaipur

The Pushpa Jaipuria Foundation inaugurated India's first sports ground for para athletes and disabled cricket players in Jaipur, equipped with a modern Strength and Rehabilitation Centre, aiming to boost inclusive sports.

ASI decodes 5th century CE Sanskrit seal from Pakistan

The Archaeological Survey of India's epigraphy division has decoded a 5th century CE Sanskrit inscription on a seal from Pakistan, identifying it as belonging to a Saiva temple dedicated to Svami Kotesvara at Devadaruvana.

Ken-Betwa Protests Halted as Fresh Survey Starts

Tribal protests over the Ken-Betwa river-linking project were temporarily called off after a fresh survey on compensation irregularities began. The project faces displacement and ecological concerns.

Basmati Exporters Seek Action on Shipping Charges

Basmati rice exporters have urged the Indian government to intervene against arbitrary war-risk surcharges by shipping lines, which have soared up to USD 6,000 per container due to the West Asia crisis.

Coober Pedy: Australia's Underground Desert Town

Discover Coober Pedy, the world's largest opal producer, where residents live underground to escape extreme desert heat. Explore dugout homes, churches, and hotels in this unique outback town.

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