South Korea

South Korea Votes in Record Numbers After Martial Law Sparks Political Crisis

30 May 2025 09:39 AM IST

South Koreans vote in record numbers after Yoon Suk Yeol's martial law sparks political crisis and impeachment.

South Korean Navy P-3 Patrol Plane Crashes in Pohang, Rescue Underway

29 May 2025 13:26 PM IST

A South Korean Navy plane crashed in Pohang with four onboard, authorities launched an investigation and rescue operations.

South Korea Votes Early Amid Democratic Turmoil, Lee Jae-Myung Leads

29 May 2025 12:13 PM IST

South Korea kicks off early voting amid political unrest, as frontrunner Lee Jae-myung leads the race for presidency.

South Korean Mom Reunites With Abducted Daughter After 44 Years

24 May 2025 11:33 AM IST

Han Tae-soon reunited with her daughter 44 years after her abduction and illegal overseas adoption. A DNA match confirmed her identity. Han is now suing the South Korean government, demanding accountability for decades of human rights violations in adoption practices.

Starbucks Bans Political Names in South Korea Amid Election Tensions

24 May 2025 04:02 AM IST

Starbucks South Korea bans political candidate names from coffee orders to maintain neutrality during the 2025 election season.

South Korea’s Presidential Race Heats Up As Lee, Kim Clash In First Debate

19 May 2025 00:54 AM IST

In the first televised debate, frontrunner Lee Jae-myung defended his pragmatic policies and called for sweeping reforms, while rival Kim Moon-soo focused on deregulation and economic revival ahead of June’s vote.

Kenya’s Ex-Justice Minister Martha Karua Detained at Tanzania Airport Ahead of Tundu Lissu Trial

18 May 2025 20:35 PM IST

Kenya's ex-Justice Minister Martha Karua detained in Tanzania ahead of Tundu Lissu’s court hearing; faces deportation.

Do Nothing: Korea’s Space-Out Competition Turns Idleness into a Prize-Winning Skill

17 May 2025 12:30 PM IST

Held in Seoul, South Korea’s Space-Out Competition challenges participants to sit quietly and do nothing for 90 minutes. Judged on heart rate and crowd votes, the quirky contest went viral, drawing 126 finalists from over 4,500 applicants.

Ex-Labour Activist Turned Conservative Kim Moon-Soo Picked As Presidential Candidate

03 May 2025 15:07 PM IST

Following President Yoon’s ouster over an unlawful martial law attempt, Kim Moon-soo has been named the conservative candidate to challenge liberal frontrunner Lee Jae-myung in June’s snap election.

Prosecutors Raid Ex-South Korean President’s Home in Shaman Gift Scandal Inquiry

30 Apr 2025 13:39 PM IST

Prosecutors raid the home of ex-South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol as part of an inquiry into alleged shaman gifts.

Is South Korea on Your Bucket List? Here’s How to Apply for a Visa from India

28 Apr 2025 18:21 PM IST

Indian citizens require a visa for South Korea. This guide explains the visa types, required documents like passport, photos, financial proof, and the application process through VFS Global or Korea Visa Application Centres. Processing time usually takes 10 working days.

Lee Jae-Myung: From Poverty To Power, South Korea’s Underdog Eyes Presidency

27 Apr 2025 21:24 PM IST

Lee Jae-myung, a former factory worker, has risen through hardship to become the Democratic Party’s presidential candidate in South Korea, showing strong poll numbers ahead of the June election.