Category : Asia Pacific


Iran Seizes Ships as US Relies on Ukraine for Tech in Hormuz

Iran escalates ship seizures in the Strait of Hormuz, disrupting global trade. The US extends a fragile ceasefire, while Washington turns to Ukrainian counter-drone technology. Internal power struggles in Iran and shifting alliances reshape the geopolitic

Nine Killed in Attack on Mining Site in Pakistan

At least nine people were killed when gunmen attacked a mining site in Balochistan, Pakistan. The site is operated by NRL, a joint venture of Lucky Cement, Fatima Fertilizer, and Liberty Mills.

High-Level Bridge Over Sukhna Choe Approved

A high-level bridge over Sukhna Choe has been approved, aiming to boost connectivity between Manimajra and Sector 26 in Chandigarh. The project will ease traffic congestion and improve access.

10 Countries That Thrive Without Rivers

Discover how 10 countries worldwide, including Saudi Arabia and the Maldives, survive without rivers through ancient techniques and modern desalination technology.

Asian Markets Slip as Oil Prices Rise, Iran Talks Stall

Asian markets fell on Thursday after briefly hitting record highs, with Japan's Nikkei 225 crossing 60,000 before dropping 1.5%. Rising oil prices and uncertainty over US-Iran peace talks dampened investor sentiment across the region.

Dell's APAC AI Plan: India Tops AI PC Adoption

Dell Technologies reveals a strategic roadmap for enterprise AI in Asia Pacific, highlighting India's leadership in adopting distributed AI models. The shift from cloud-based experiments to AI PCs boosts productivity by 30% and enhances data privacy.

Tiger Cub Dies from FIP at Mumbai's SGNP

A tiger cub at Sanjay Gandhi National Park in Mumbai died from Feline Infectious Peritonitis, a rare viral disease with no treatment. Four other cubs remain under veterinary care as authorities enhance biosecurity measures.

Indian's 36-Day Hell in Myanmar's KK Park Cybercrime Hub

A 21-year-old from Gurgaon sought a high-paying data entry job but was trafficked into Myanmar's KK Park, a massive cybercrime compound holding thousands of Indians. He escaped after a bombing, revealing a brutal system of forced labor and ransom demands.

China Selects Two Pakistani Astronauts for Space Training

China has selected two Pakistani astronauts, Muhammad Zeeshan Ali and Khurram Daud, as candidates for its space program. They will train for a future mission to the Tiangong space station, marking a historic milestone in China-Pakistan space cooperation.

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