Articles by Bihu Ray

Indonesia celebrates 71st Independence Day: Parades, speeches and much more

Indonesia celebrates its 71st Independence Day with full participation from both its people and administration.

Aug 17, 2016

Indonesia: President dismisses energy minister over dual citizenship controversy

Arcandra Taha, who was elected as the new minister on July 27, held dual citizenships- one of the US and one of Indonesia.

Aug 16, 2016

Afghan Taliban release crashed Pakistani helicopter crew

Pakistan's Prime Minister, Nawaz Sharif, sought the return of the passengers from the terror group on August 6.

Aug 13, 2016

Thailand: Police arrest two after series of blasts in tourist spots

Prayut Chan-o-cha condemned the attack and ordered an official investigation.

Aug 13, 2016

10 inmates die, warden injured in Philippine jail blast

Police said that the inmates killed in the blast were facing drug cases, including two alleged Chinese drug dealers.

Aug 12, 2016

Iraq: 11 new born babies killed in Baghdad maternity hospital fire

Iraq: 11 new born babies killed in maternity hospital fire in Baghdad

The cause of fire is still not confirmed but Iraq's Health Ministry suspect an electrical fault.

Aug 10, 2016

Singapore police arrest 5 men for rioting in Tiong Bahru

According to reports, a man got thrashed by the rioters after a heated argument.

Aug 10, 2016

Taiwan's Singapore envoy resigns after criticised for drunk driving, says he feels guilty

Chiang, in a statement, said that he is sorry for causing trouble to the government.

Aug 9, 2016

New Pokemon GO hack helps find PokeStops and gyms

Pokemon Go tough act to follow, say rivals

Executives of top gaming companies admitted that Pokemon Go would be a tough act to follow.

Aug 9, 2016

China to hold military drills amid South China Sea tensions

Japan should resolve East China Sea dispute through diplomacy, dialogue: China

Japan had claimed that several Chinese government vessels and hundreds of fishing boats are sailing near the disputed islets

Aug 9, 2016

Singapore's National Day 2016: Nearly 4,000 people receive the National Day award this year

The honour is given as recognition and appreciation of their contribution towards the nation.

Aug 9, 2016

Gunmen kill two military officials in Pakistan's Karachi

Pakistan: 55 killed, several injured in hospital bombing in Quetta

Balochistan Home Minister, Sarfraz Bugti, condemned the attack and said that it was a matter of serious security lapse.

Aug 8, 2016

Thai referendum: Junta-backed constitution gets approval despite severe criticism

Thailand referendum: Junta-backed constitution gets approval despite severe criticism

The supporters handed PM Prayuth Chan-ocha a convincing win in its first major popularity test since it seized power in 2014

Aug 8, 2016

Australia: Man charged with planning terror attack following raids in Melbourne

"I will be fighting these charges and I believe they are a conspiracy against the patriot movement," said the accused.

Aug 7, 2016

Pokemon Go: Singapore's ION Orchard mall to become a Pokemon hot spot?

Pokemon Go: Singapore's ION Orchard mall to become Pokemon hot spot?

Orchard Turn Developments has planned to release hundreds of Pokemon Go lures at the mall.

Aug 7, 2016

Former President SR Nathan's vital signs are stable but he remains critically ill: PM Lee

Former President SR Nathan's vital signs stable but he remains critically ill: PM Lee

PM Lee also extended his support to Nathan's family and thanked people for their good wishes.

Aug 6, 2016

Japan: New defence minister warns North Korea and China

Japan: New defence minister warns North Korea, China about warlike attitude

Tomomi Inada singled out North Korean provocations and Chinese use of "force" in territorial disputes in the review.

Aug 5, 2016

Indonesia: 11 fishermen missing as high waves hit Cilacap in Java

A massive search operation has been launched to locate the missing fishermen.

Aug 5, 2016

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

Japan's cabinet reshuffle: Abe appoints Inada as defence minister, retains finance and foreign ministers

Abe also appointed a new LDP executive line-up. Toshihiro Nikai was appointed as LDP secretary general.

Aug 3, 2016

Indonesia: Three volcanoes erupt, several flights disrupted

Sultan Babullah airport in Ternate remained shut down on Wednesday.

Aug 3, 2016

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