Bangladesh government to send letter to WHO today requesting removal of Hasina daughter
The letter claimed that Saima Wazed Putul's credentials were fabricated and purely formal.
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Hit by wave of online attacks, Japan shifts to ‘active cyber defence’
Under the new strategy, Japan plans to allow hackers working for the police or Self-Defence Forces (SDF) to infiltrate servers to neutralise the source of cyber attacks.
Bangladesh planning ministry to recommend formation of centre for utilising AI, social media
Such proposals come amid the increasing influence of both social media and AI in Bangladesh and other parts of the globe.
Philippine President Marcos slams VP Duterte’s ‘lies’ on items in budget law
He urged skeptics to go over the 2025 General Appropriations Act, which is available online through the website of the Department of Budget and Management.
Myanmar military, minority armed group inked ceasefire deal, says China
The Myanmar military and the Myanmar National Democratic Alliance Army (MNDAA) held talks in China’s southwestern city of Kunming where they thanked Beijing for its efforts to…
Indonesian cities cease public transport amid funding shortage
Bali and other cities in Indonesia have either ceased or reduced their transportation services due to a lack of funding from central and local governments.
Delhi never seen such violence during polls: Former CM Kejriwal on ‘attack’ on him
Dismissing BJP candidate Parvesh Verma’s prediction that he would lose the New Delhi seat by 20,000 votes, Kejriwal said, “Let him live in dreams for some days.”
Philippine President Marcos urged not to interfere in VP Duterte’s impeachment case
A House of Representatives lawmaker has urged President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. not to interfere in the impeachment process against Vice President Sara Duterte, emphasizing that the…
Impeached South Korean President Yoon continues to refuse questioning
The Corruption Investigation Office for High-ranking Officials (CIO) on Sunday banned Mr. Yoon from having visits from anyone other than his lawyers, which officials said was a…
Authorities vow stern response to violence at court after impeached South Korean President Yoon’s arrest
After the court granted a warrant for Mr. Yoon’s extended detention on Sunday, Jan. 19, protesters forcefully entered the court by climbing over walls and smashing windows at…