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Philippines: I am ready for 'marathon' talks with communists, says President Duterte

Philippines: I am ready for 'marathon' talks with communists, says Duterte

I dare them. This is my challenge to them: let us not only talk, let's have a marathon, said Duterte.

Aug 2, 2016

By Bihu Ray

Japan's cabinet reshuffle: Abe to retain key ministers, eyes third term in office

The reshuffle comes as Abe tries to boost up economic growth and handle multiple challenges.

Aug 2, 2016

By Bihu Ray

Pakistan arrests at least 12 staff of national airline in heroin case

Pakistan has arrested the staff of its national carrier following the discovery of heroin in the toilet of an Dubai bound aircraft.

Aug 2, 2016

By Reuters

Typhoon Nida: More than 120 flights to and from Hong Kong cancelled

Typhoon Nida: China issues yellow alert, at least 124 flights cancelled

Cathay Pacific and Dragonair announced that all departures and arrivals to Hong Kong International Airport would be suspended.

Aug 1, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Philippines: Duterte says nation can survive without mining companies

Philippines has suspended activities of seven domestic mines as they failed to adhere to the environmental regulations.

Aug 1, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Taiwan President Tsai apologises to indigenous people, promises to look after their interest

President Tsai Ing-wen apologised to Taiwan's indigenous people for their lifelong suffering and negligence from the authority.

Aug 1, 2016

By Bihu Ray

Amnesty International warns the new Malaysian security law gives govt 'abusive powers'

Amnesty International says new Malaysian security law gives govt 'abusive powers'

Under such act, the council can declare a state of emergency in areas which are considered to be under security threat.

Aug 1, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Taliban claims truck bomb blast in Afghan capital Kabul

The Taliban claimed responsibility for a truck bomb attack in Kabul

Aug 1, 2016

By Reuters

China issues yellow alert for Typhoon Nida

Typhoon Nida is expected to pick up speed with winds forecasted to reach 38-45 meters per second by the time it makes landfall.

Jul 31, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Former Singapore President SR Nathan suffers stroke, admitted in ICU

He is in critical condition and is currently admitted in the Intensive Care Unit at the Singapore General Hospital.

Jul 31, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

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Sack me from Umno, but be ready to face severe repercussions: Ahmad Said

For now, I will remain and continue to focus on my duties, said Ahmad Said

Jul 31, 2016

By Bihu Ray

Dhaka cafe attack mastermind identified as Canadian citizen Tamim Chowdhury

Dhaka cafe attack mastermind identified as Bangladeshi-Canadian Tamim Chowdhury

The counter-terrorism officials believe that Chowdhury leads a faction of the Jamaat-ul-Mujahideen Bangladesh militant group.

Jul 31, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Masked attackers target religious devotees in Bangladesh

Masked attackers stormed a religious meeting place in southwest Bangladesh.

Jul 31, 2016

By Reuters

At least 31 killed in India, Bangladesh due to heavy rainfall

Rajnath Singh, the Interior Minister of India was due to visit Assam and make an aerial survey on Saturday.

Jul 30, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Indonesia: Police detains 7 after attacks on Buddhist temples

The seven suspects were a part of a mob that damaged at least three temples in Tanjung Balai town, near Medan.

Jul 30, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

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