Asia

Myanmar: Indian Envoy Visits Sittwe to Review Kaladan Project Operations

17 Jan 2025 23:42 PM IST

During the visit, the Ambassador conducted a detailed review of Sittwe Port, which has handled over 150 vessels since its inauguration in May 2023.

Russian Hackers Exploit WhatsApp QR Codes To Breach Global Ministers Official Accounts

17 Jan 2025 21:36 PM IST

Hackers used phishing emails with fake WhatsApp invitations, tricking officials into revealing account access, posing a significant cybersecurity threat.

Pope Francis Suffers Arm Injury After Second Fall in a Month

17 Jan 2025 00:43 AM IST

Pope Francis injured his arm after suffering his second fall within a month. The incident has sparked concerns about his health, prompting close monitoring by Vatican officials.

India Backs Israel-Hamas Ceasefire and Hostage Release Deal

16 Jan 2025 15:19 PM IST

India supports the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, which outlines a six-week ceasefire and hostage exchange, aiming to bring humanitarian aid to Gaza after over 15 months of war.

Singapore President Pays Tribute at Rajghat

16 Jan 2025 14:56 PM IST

Singapore's High Commissioner to India, Simon Wong, highlighted the grandeur of the event.

Shortest Work-Week Nation Prepares for Snap Election

15 Jan 2025 23:27 PM IST

Vanuatu, known for its 24.7-hour work week, holds elections tomorrow following a devastating earthquake. Recovery efforts are a key election focus.

Kathmandu Court Grants Rabi Lamichhane Bail of Rs 6 Million in Fraud Case

15 Jan 2025 17:47 PM IST

Rabi Lamichhane, RSP chief and ex-home minister, secures bail in the Swarnalakshmi Cooperative fraud case involving Rs1.199 billion. Investigations expand to other districts.

Kangana Ranaut’s Emergency Banned in Bangladesh Ahead of January Release

15 Jan 2025 16:53 PM IST

Kangana Ranaut’s Emergency, set for a January 17 release, has been banned in Bangladesh amid political tensions. Ranaut portrays former Indian Prime Minister Indira Gandhi in the historical drama, which delves into the 1975 Emergency.

‘Cow Poop Soup’: Winter Wonder Drink or Simply Poison?

15 Jan 2025 14:20 PM IST

Papaitan, a Filipino soup made from cow bile, has gone viral online. Despite its unusual ingredients, locals love its bitter flavor. The dish is a popular winter favorite in the Philippines.

Tense Standoff at Presidential Residence Over Yoon Suk Yeol Arrest

15 Jan 2025 04:46 AM IST

South Korean investigators and police were blocked by security forces during an attempt to arrest impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol.

China Tightens Grip on Tibet, Escape to India Now Rarer

14 Jan 2025 22:33 PM IST

The Tibetan diaspora faces challenges as stricter Chinese controls in Tibet sharply reduce migration to India. Sikyong Penpa Tsering highlights the impact on cultural preservation and education in exile.

Historic Gorkha recruitments faces pause Army remains resilient

14 Jan 2025 18:47 PM IST

The recruitment of Nepali Gorkhas into the Indian Army is rooted in a centuries-old relationship marked a symbol of strength and trust. The 1947 tripartite agreement formalized the arrangement, ensuring that thousands of Nepali youths would join the ranks of Indian Gorkha regiments, famed for their discipline and combat process.