Asia

Woman Throws Used Pads at Airline Staff Over Boarding Denial

06 Feb 2025 00:06 AM IST

A Nigerian woman, Gloria Omisore, caused a scene at Nairobi's Jomo Kenyatta International Airport after being denied boarding due to visa issues

Subhas Nair, Indian-Origin Rapper, Starts Six-Week Jail Term in Singapore

05 Feb 2025 14:58 PM IST

Subhas Nair, an Indian-origin rapper, starts serving his six-week jail sentence in Singapore after making racially charged online posts.

Woman’s Dream Swim in Maldives Turns into Nightmare After Shark Bites | WATCH

05 Feb 2025 12:59 PM IST

A woman's swim in the Maldives turns dangerous when she's bitten by a shark. The incident was captured on video, showing her getting treated for wounds. Social media users criticized the practice of feeding sharks for Instagram shots.

Who Was Aga Khan? The Life and Legacy of the Ismaili Muslim Leader

05 Feb 2025 12:49 PM IST

Aga Khan, the spiritual leader of Ismaili Muslims and a renowned philanthropist, passed away at 88 in Lisbon. His legacy includes global development efforts and a commitment to peace and education

Taliban Suspends Women’s Radio Station in Afghanistan

05 Feb 2025 03:14 AM IST

Taliban authorities have raided and suspended Radio Begum, a women's radio station in Afghanistan, arresting two employees.

Sri Lanka President Pledges to Eradicate Corruption on Independence Anniversary

04 Feb 2025 15:19 PM IST

Sri Lanka’s President Anura Kumara Dissanayake marks Independence Day with a pledge to end corruption and ensure economic stability.

UP CM Yogi Adityanath Greets Bhutan’s King in Lucknow | Watch

03 Feb 2025 20:11 PM IST

The King's envoy was greeted with traditional music and dance as CM Yogi Adityanath personally welcomed him.

Shooting at UN Compound in Kabul: 1 Dead, 1 Injured

03 Feb 2025 16:53 PM IST

A shooting at a UN compound in Kabul resulted in one death and one injury. A UN report highlights increasing attacks by resistance groups against the Taliban. The National Resistance Front (NRF) and Afghanistan Freedom Front (AFF) have intensified their operations, mainly targeting Taliban security forces.

Asian Markets Drop As Trump’s Tariffs Spark Trade War Fear

03 Feb 2025 12:27 PM IST

Asian markets fell sharply as fears over President Trump’s tariffs on key U.S. trading partners escalated, causing volatility. U.S. stocks also dropped, with concerns over trade disruptions and inflationary pressures.

Southeast Asia’s Bold Nuclear Comeback: The Race For Cleaner, Greener Power Begins

03 Feb 2025 12:06 PM IST

Southeast Asia is reigniting interest in nuclear energy for cleaner, reliable power. Countries like the Philippines, Indonesia, and Vietnam are exploring advanced technologies despite past safety concerns and high costs.