Thaksin may be eligible for parole in four months, say sources
Thaksin’s jail term could be further reduced, resulting in his release when Thailand marks important dates related to the monarchy, such as the death anniversary of King Rama IX…
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Regions brace for wildfire, haze as dry season peaks
The country has seen 490 land and forest fires as of Saturday, according to the National Disaster Mitigation Agency, more than three times the 160 fires that were recorded in 2022.
At G20 Summit, India’s key highlights – digital transformation, democratic traditions and street food
Head of operations and logistics Muktesh Pardeshi said that foreign dignitaries will get a glimpse of India’s diverse culture during the two-day summit.
From rice to wheat, Asian crops forecast lower as El Nino worsens
India's monsoon rains, crucial for summer crops such as rice, sugarcane, soybeans and corn, are poised to be the weakest in eight years.
Political dynasties, graft leniency loom over Indonesia’s 2024 elections
According to a report, at least 150 politicians on the General Elections Commission’s provisional list of nominees have a kinship with current House members, incumbent or former…
Language war emerges in Korea over Fukushima water disposal
The main opposition Democratic Party of Korea says the water is “nuclear waste,” while the ruling People Power Party would rather call it “treated wastewater,” as does the…
Pakistan information minister says government engaging with IMF on relief measures for electricity consumers
The meeting was convened in response to public demonstrations across the country, with people taking to the streets to protest against high electricity bills following a rise in…
Jammu and Kashmir will be restored to its statehood, Central government tells Supreme Court
The stand of the Central government that Jammu & Kashmir will get back its Statehood is not a new one.
South Korea slams brake on budget growth
Korea’s national debt is expected to continue to grow rapidly, increasing by 61.8 trillion won next year, according to the government's projection.
Cyber Security Act: Bangladesh Cabinet gives final approval
Stakeholders and human rights organisations have alleged that no major changes were brought in the proposed Cyber Security Act, except for reducing the punishment and making some…