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Bangladesh
‘Clear advantage’: why return of Zia’s son may influence Bangladesh’s election
The death of ex-prime minister Khaleda Zia may have boosted voter support for her son Tarique Rahman, who is contesting in the election.
31 Dec 2025 - 6:53PM
India
In India, New Delhi’s smog crisis exposes the high price of clean air
31 Dec 2025 - 10:30AM
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India
India overtakes Japan as world’s fourth largest economy, eyes top 3 in 2026
30 Dec 2025 - 7:27PM
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Extreme weather
Asia’s year of costly climate disasters spurs calls for ‘decisive action’
With Asia accounting for four of the world’s six costliest weather disasters in 2025, experts urge investment in climate resilience.
30 Dec 2025 - 5:09PM
A commuter wades through floodwaters from Cyclone Ditwah in Chennai on December 2. Flooding in India and Pakistan has killed over 1,860 people and caused up to US$6 billion in damages in 2025, according to a new report. Photo: AFP
Bangladesh
Former Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia dies after prolonged illness
Despite her ill health, 80-year-old Zia, a dominant figure in Dhaka’s turbulent power struggles, had vowed to run in next year’s election.
30 Dec 2025 - 6:08PM
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Bangladesh
Will Tarique Rahman’s return to Bangladesh ease tensions, restore stability?
Rahman could help consolidate the BNP’s position as the dominant electoral force, while tempering a volatile political climate, analysts say.
29 Dec 2025 - 6:50PM
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Nepal
Ex-rapper to run for Nepal PM after youth-led protests
Two popular leaders form an alliance ahead of Nepal’s March 5 elections.
29 Dec 2025 - 1:36PM
Rapper turned-Kathmandu mayor Balendra Shah, known as Balen. Photo: Safal Prakash Shrestha/NurPhoto via Getty Images
Nepal
Nepal probes illegal matchmaking as China cautions citizens over ‘bride buying’
Officials say online brokers are promoting Nepali women to Chinese men, prompting detentions and official warnings.
29 Dec 2025 - 12:25PM
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India
Indian rice could become costlier for US amid Trump’s tariff threat
Experts warn of wider repercussions, including efforts by importers to divert shipments and renewed strain in US-India trade talks.
26 Dec 2025 - 8:06PM
India
As India’s US$70 million obesity drug market bulges, so does price war
Pharmaceutical giants like Lilly and Nordisk are battling for dominance in India’s weight-loss market with price cuts and early launches.
26 Dec 2025 - 2:58PM
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Bangladesh
Aspiring Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman welcomed home after 17 years abroad
The political heavyweight is to lead the BNP through an election after ex-premier Sheikh Hasina’s exit following a student-led uprising.
25 Dec 2025 - 5:46PM
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Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) acting chairman Tarique Rahman waves to crowds from a vehicle after his arrival in Dhaka, Bangladesh, on Thursday. Photo: Reuters
India
Duopoly of Air India, IndiGo to face challenge from 2 new airlines
The approval for Al Hind Air and FlyExpress to operate in India comes amid mounting calls to challenge the dominance of Air India and IndiGo.
26 Dec 2025 - 12:40PM
United States
Trump’s US$100,000 H-1B visa fee upheld by judge, as lottery system ends
The US awards 85,000 H-1B visas annually via lottery, with Indian nationals accounting for nearly three-quarters of recipients.
24 Dec 2025 - 8:42PM
India
Indian doctor suspended, charged after allegedly assaulting patient
Dr Raghav Narula is accused of speaking disrespectfully to a patient at a hospital in Shimla, but has denied wrongdoing in the confrontation.
24 Dec 2025 - 7:35PM
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India
India’s new law to fuel energy needs, drive nuclear power growth
The new law, which will end years of near-exclusive state control, could unlock stalled investment and boost nuclear capacity, analysts say.
24 Dec 2025 - 5:35PM
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Fishermen tether a boat on the shore near the Madras Atomic Power Station at Kalpakkam in Tamil Nadu, India. Photo: AP
India
India’s gem exports defy US tariffs as Asia, Middle East demand grows
Shipments rose 19.64 per cent year on year to US$2.51 billion in November, reflecting a successful diversification push, analysts say.
24 Dec 2025 - 4:00PM
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Nepal
Nepal’s plan to tackle uphill task on Mount Everest: clean up waste
Over the years, the authorities have removed a mountain pile of trash and the bodies of climbers on the world’s highest peak.
23 Dec 2025 - 12:30PM
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India
India’s partial visa suspension signals unease over Bangladesh’s recent unrest
India halted visa services from its Chittagong mission after violent protests, underscoring its concern over security and stability.
23 Dec 2025 - 11:41AM
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Protesters chant slogans around a fire in Dhaka on December 18 after the death of youth leader Sharif Osman Hadi, whose killing triggered unrest in the Bangladeshi capital and other parts of the country, including attacks on media offices, authorities said. Photo: AFP
India
Why India to Europe trade corridor is stalling even as talks continue
A key hurdle hampering the progress of the India–Middle East–Europe Economic Corridor is the lingering uncertainty over Gaza.
21 Dec 2025 - 5:00PM
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Australia
Bondi Beach attack sparks global misinformation crisis, and AI-driven hate
A leading counterterrorism expert warns that ‘agentic AI’ and political point-scoring are fuelling a toxic symbiosis between extremists.
21 Dec 2025 - 3:30PM
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China travel
China eases visa rules for India, tapping into US$21.6 billion travel market
Indian nationals will now be able to apply for Chinese visas online as Beijing and New Delhi gradually move to normalise economic ties.
21 Dec 2025 - 11:00AM
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US-ally trade wars
Mexico’s 50% tariff shock shuts Asia’s North American trade bypass
A tariff wall will soon separate protected partners like CPTPP members Singapore and Malaysia from exporters facing a shutout.
20 Dec 2025 - 1:30PM
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A drone view shows the Manzanillo seaport in Mexico in April. Photo: Reuters
India
India overhauls controversial rural jobs scheme despite opposition walkout
The scheme increases guaranteed workdays but shifts funding to states, as opposition cries foul over the changes.
19 Dec 2025 - 8:57PM
Bangladesh
Violence erupts in Bangladesh after shot leader of youth uprising dies
Sharif Osman Hadi was attacked by assailants in Dhaka and airlifted to a hospital in the city state, where he succumbed to his injuries.
19 Dec 2025 - 6:11PM
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India
‘Not able to breathe’: denial, deflection, dodgy data worsen India’s air crisis
‘Fed up’ citizens and experts demand honest action to tackle pollution that causes 1.5 million additional deaths every year in India.
18 Dec 2025 - 2:04PM
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