Nepal to draft laws to address climate change
The government is currently working on a total of eight laws that would either be formulated or be considered for amendment. In a bid to address the overarching issues related to…
At least 20 killed as twin bombing hits southern Philippine church
Separatist terrorists are suspected. At least 20 people were killed and dozens injured early on Sunday (Jan 27) morning when two bombs exploded at a Roman Catholic cathedral in…
Baby-editing doctor ‘pursued own gain’
The Chinese doctor said he edited two children to make them immune to HIV. Chinese authorities investigating purported gene editing of babies have confirmed that Chinese…
Myriad factors Nepalese hamper probe into offshore investment, money laundering
Businessmen exploiting legal loopholes while channelising illicit cash into the country. A damning report by the Centre for Investigative Journalism-Nepal (CIJ-Nepal), released on…
Deadly Thailand temple attack a war crime, says rights group
Human Rights Watch on Saturday said the deadly attack on civilians in a place of worship in Narathiwat province is a war crime. Separatist insurgents attacked Rattananupharb…
Endgame in Afghanistan
Expectations of an end to America’s long military adventure in Afghanistan have unleashed multiple moves to shape the country’s future. Current diplomacy may lead to either a…
Abe proposes data rules at World Economic Forum
Japan proposes creating global rules on data flow in Davos speech. Prime Minister Shinzo Abe plans to propose creating international rules on the movement of personal and…
Japan Olympic chief denies corruption allegations
The president of the Japanese IOC says there is nothing to worry about. Tsunekazu Takeda, president of the Japanese Olympic Committee (JOC), on Tuesday rejected allegations of…
China accuses Canada of double standard
Beijing slams Justin Trudeau’s criticism of drug smuggler’s death sentence. China on Tuesday expressed strong dissatisfaction at the Canadian prime minister’s…
Rohingya issue will not be solved easily
Bangladeshi foreign minister says the road to a solution will be long and paved with difficulty. The much-talked-about Rohingya issue will not be solved easily, Foreign Minister…