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Jakarta: Islamist mobs face logistical challenge ahead of FPI rally against Ahok, 1 dies in accident

The injured people are being treated in Ciereng city hospital in Subang and Ciuderes city hospital in Majalengka.

Nov 3, 2016

By Bihu Ray

Pakistan train collision kills at least 16, more than 40 injured

At least 16 killed as trains collide in Pakistan; more than 40 injured

Authorities say rescue teams were working to save people, who were trapped in the wreckage.

Nov 3, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Thailand blasts: 4 dead in multiple blasts at Thai Resorts, several tourists injured

Thailand: 3 killed in attack on troops as insurgents rack up violence in south

The fierce gun battle started at around 9:30 pm local time and ended just before midnight.

Nov 3, 2016

By Bihu Ray

Vietnam confirms 23 Zika virus infected cases, includes pregnant woman

Zika alert: Pregnant woman in Vietnam's 23 new confirmed cases

The WHO warns Zika is likely to spread throughout Asia after being detected in 70 countries.

Nov 3, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

At least 21 dead in speedboat accident off Batam, search teams hunt for dozens missing

Batam ferry accident toll rises to 21; search on for dozens still missing

The police suspect that the overcrowded boat encountered the rough seas and capsized.

Nov 3, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Jakarta tense ahead of jihadist rally against Christian governor Ahok

Several radical Islamist outfits are exhorting their rank and file to unleash violence on Friday.

Nov 2, 2016

By Bihu Ray

Fourth body found after speedboat crash in Thailand

18 dead, 36 missing as Indonesian migrant boat sinks off Malaysia's Batam

The boat ferrying workers may have capsized due to overcrowding, police say.

Nov 2, 2016

By Bihu Ray

Singaporean woman jailed for burning maid's face with hot spoon

The victim was found by the public in a distressed state after she ran away from the employer's home.

Nov 2, 2016

By Bihu Ray

Sungei Kadut warehouse fire: 7 rescued, explosions heard before blaze

Four fire engines, two Red Rhinos, an ambulance and seven support vehicles were immediately deployed to the site.

Nov 2, 2016

By Bihu Ray

Indonesia: Raging fire destroys several houses in Jakarta, 116 people homeless

Another karaoke bar fire kills 13 in Vietnam capital Hanoi

Lax fire safety measures routinely cause fire accidents in Vietnam.

Nov 2, 2016

By Bihu Ray

Who is Choi Soon-sil? How is she involved in South Korean President Park's political crisis

South Korea: Choi Soon Sil arrested without warrant as scandal thickens

President Park Geun Hye is accused of keeping a close circle of personal friends and longtime confidantes.

Nov 1, 2016

By Jacob J

Who is Choi Soon-sil? Close friend of South Korean President causes political crisis

South Korean prosecutors questions Choi Soon Sil after she flew back to Seoul on Sunday.

Oct 31, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Gas explosion traps 33 coal miners in China's Chongqing

State news agency reports two out of 35 miners have been rescued.

Oct 31, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singaporeans celebrate Deepavali at historic Sri Senpaga Vinayagar Temple

Sneak-peek into how Bollywood stars celebrated Diwali 2016

The B-town celebrities took to Instagram and Twitter to wish their fans and followers a joyous Diwali.

Oct 31, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Fart ignites fire during operation in Japan; patient seriously burnt

A committee of external experts claims no flammable materials were in the operation theatre.

Oct 31, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

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