Patients suffer as lone gynaecologist in Bhutanese town absent for months
For many of areas, the hospital is the nearest health facility equipped to handle complex maternal and obstetric cases. But in the absence of a gynaecologist, patients are…
Hospitals in Kathmandu fined for not carrying out autoclaving of used syringe needles
Experts say hospital waste management is a neglected issue in Kathmandu. Private and state-run health facilities discard hazardous medical wastes mixed up with household wastes.
At least 5 killed in flash floods triggered by cloudburst in India
Some people are feared missing, and official confirmation is awaited.
Blazing cost of Bhutan’s forest fires
Forest fires have destroyed around 70,696 acres of forest land across the country in the past five years, according to records with the Department of Forests and Park Services.
Myanmar earthquake has left 3,735 dead, 5,108 injured, and 120 missing to date
In terms of rescue workers, 2,094 people have arrived, as well as 2,514.6 tons of relief supplies and 1,197.12 tons of relief materials.
India-Bangladesh trade spat stings at a time of global tariff uncertainty
Unlike ASEAN, South Asia has struggled with economic integration, with the latest trade spat underlining how poor political ties among neighbours continue to hamper trade…
PM Ishiba: Japan-U.S. tariff talks should produce desirable model for other countries
PM Ishiba said he believes that a desirable outcome for both their countries will be needed.
Bangladesh Chief Adviser Yunus meets Chinese ambassador to review China visit, outline next steps
During the meeting, both sides expressed a shared commitment to transforming discussions into actionable projects across a range of sectors — including infrastructure, trade,…
South Korean military under fire for ‘lack of discipline’ after series of major accidents
The series of incidents came amid a leadership vacuum in the military that began in December, prompting security concerns due to signs of a weakened defense posture.
Indonesian President Prabowo faces leadership test as former president Jokowi’s influence lingers
Mr. Prabowo, who assumed office late last year, has faced renewed questions about the loyalty of his cabinet after a steady stream of his ministers who are allied with Mr. Jokowi…