Oil well infernos paint sky in black as battle for Mosul enters last mile Iraq's special forces entered the outskirts of Mosul on Tuesday, the first time in over two years. Nov 3, 2016By Samhati Bhattacharjya
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, 2016By Bihu Ray
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, 2016By Samhati Bhattacharjya
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, 2016By Bihu Ray
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, 2016By Samhati Bhattacharjya
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, 2016By 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, 2016By Bihu Ray
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, 2016By 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, 2016By 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, 2016By Bihu Ray
Another karaoke bar fire kills 13 in Vietnam capital Hanoi Lax fire safety measures routinely cause fire accidents in Vietnam. Nov 2, 2016By Bihu Ray
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, 2016By 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, 2016By 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, 2016By Samhati Bhattacharjya
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, 2016By Samhati Bhattacharjya