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7 Indonesians killed, 21 remain missing in Johor boat accident

Johor boat tragedy: 14 Indonesians killed, 12 remain missing

The authorities say the incident occurred when the passengers were trying to sneak out of Malaysia.

Jul 24, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Thailand: Police charge eight-year-olds with obstruction in the referendum process

Thai police charge eight-year-old girls with obstruction in the referendum process

The girls were charged of destroying public property by tearing down the lists which were posted outside a school.

Jul 24, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Kabul attack: ISIS claims responsibility for twin explosions killing 80 people

The IS-linked Amaq news agency carried an ISIS statement, calling it an attack on Shi'ites.

Jul 24, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Heavy rainfall and flood in China kills at least 87, thousands evacuated

The central bank of China issued a statement on Friday declaring it would provide financial support for flooded areas.

Jul 23, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Japan makes pitch for high-speed shinkansen bullet train in Singapore

Japan intensified its sales pitch for the shinkansen bullet train in Singapore safety record

Jul 23, 2016

By Bihu Ray

Malaysia detains another 14 ISIS militants

Detainees are suspected of taking orders from Muhammad Wanndy Mohamed Jedi to launch attacks.

Jul 23, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

North Korea Air Koryo flight makes emergency landing in China

North Korean Air Koryo flight makes emergency landing in China

The plane enroute to Beijing from Pyongyang was forced to land after smoke appeared in the cabin.

Jul 22, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Indian Air Force flight goes missing with 29 on board

Indian Air Force plane with 29 on board goes missing, massive search operation launched

AN-32 departed from Chennai's Tambaram air base on a routine weekly flight for Air Force personnel.

Jul 22, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Pokémon Go: Indonesians ignore government's Pokémon ban, continues to enjoy the game

PT XL Axiata Tbk, Indonesian telecommunication service provider is offering a 20 percent discount for 4G data packages to "take advantage of the Pokemon GO trend".

Jul 22, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Bangladesh police storm Dhaka restaurant, 8 hostages rescued

Dhaka cafe attack: Head of JMB militant group along with 3 others arrested in Bangladesh

Police recovered handmade bombs and bomb-making materials from the house, indicating "an act of sabotage".

Jul 22, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

PM Najib describes Dr Mahathir's call as 'unreasonable'

Malaysia: Opposition presses harder for Najib's scalp after US lawsuit over 1MDB scandal

The US Justice Department seized more than US$1 billion (S$1.35 billion) worth assets, including luxury real estate and a jet.

Jul 21, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

China to offer trips to the South China Sea

South China Sea: China to promote tourism in disputed waters, to buy 8 cruise liners

Eight Chinese ships would travel to the Crescent group of islands which are a part of the Paracels.

Jul 21, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Wary of spying, Indonesia bans police and military from playing Pokemon Go

Officials say the high-tech capabilities of Pokemon Go could be used in spying.

Jul 21, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Hong Kong student leader Joshua Wong convicted for democracy protests

Hong Kong student leader Joshua Wong convicted over 2014 democracy protests

The court releases Joshua Wong on bail till the final verdict on August 15.

Jul 21, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Seaplane crashes into highway bridge in Shanghai, killing five

The Cessna 208 was taking off on a demonstration flight with 10 people on board.

Jul 20, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

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