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68-year-old woman woman dies after bus rolls down slope in Singapore

Runaway bus kills elderly woman in Singapore

The police say the accident took place at the junction of Bukit Panjang Ring Road and Bukit Panjang Road.

Sep 3, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

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Suicide bomber kills at least 14 in Pakistan

Pakistan: Suicide bomber kills at least 14 in Mardan court attack

Authorities say this is the latest assault that has been targeted to the legal community of Pakistan.

Sep 3, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Bangladesh police arrests two people over deadly Dhaka cafe siege

Bangladesh police kill man they believe trained Dhaka cafe attackers

The raid came six days after Bangladesh-born Canadian citizen, accused of masterminding the cafe attack, was killed.

Sep 3, 2016

By Reuters

Philippines deadly blast: At least 14 killed, Duterte says explosion was an act of terrorism

Philippines: Night market blast kills 14 in Davao City

Although no group has claimed responsibility yet but Duterte says it could possibly be a reprisal from extremists.

Sep 3, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

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

Thailand: Separatists deny role in bomb attacks as peace talk ends

Separatists say that they would surely consider the creation of "safety zones" which is proposed by the Thai government.

Sep 2, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Rodrigo Duterte wins Philippines presidential elections

Philippines wants compulsory drug tests for college admissions

Authorities say that people who would be tested positive could go through rehabilitation before they are allowed to get admission to college.

Sep 2, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Gunmen kill two military officials in Pakistan's Karachi

Suicide bombers attack Christian area in Pakistan, says military

At least four suicide bombers attacked a Christian neighbourhood in northwestern Pakistan.

Sep 2, 2016

By Reuters

Philippines: President Duterte willing to face probe into drug killings

Philippines: President Duterte sympathises with drug courier, hopes to help her

Duterte is all set to visit Indonesia as a part of his ASEAN trip.

Sep 1, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singaporeans injured after tour bus overturns on way back from Genting

9 Singaporeans injured after bus overturns on way back from Malaysia

The police are investigating whether the accident was due to reckless driving or mechanical problems.

Sep 1, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

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Singapore: 1 killed, 5 injured after car accident on Changi Coast Road

Singapore: Fire breaks out at Orchard Towers; no reports of injury

Singapore Civil Defence Force spokesperson says an investigation is ongoing to find out the cause of the fire.

Aug 31, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Typhoon Lionrock kills at least 9 people in Japan elderly home

Typhoon Lionrock kills at least 9 people in Japan old age home

Authorities say Typhoon Lionrock dumped heavy rainfall in northern Japan leading to floods and triggered power outages.

Aug 31, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Philippines says China will be 'loser' unless it recognises South China Sea ruling

Philippines urges China to recognise South China Sea ruling

Philippine Foreign Minister Perfecto Yasay says they are trying to convince China on the UN-backed tribunal ruling.

Aug 30, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Explosion at Chinese embassy in Kyrgyzstan, one dead

Bomb attack kills 1, injures 3 at Chinese embassy in Kyrgyzstan

Authorities say the explosion occurred after a car laden with explosives rammed into the gate of Chinese embassy in Bishkek.

Aug 30, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Strong typhoon expected to hit on northeast Japan

Typhoon Lionrock expected to hit northeast Japan

A strong typhoon is on course to hit on the northeastern part of Japan on Tuesday afternoon.

Aug 30, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Japan: Gunman kills construction worker, injures three others

According to the reports, the gunman was the son of the construction firm owner and was an acquaintance of the victims.

Aug 29, 2016

By Bihu Ray

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