The children Bangladesh lost in the July 2024 uprising
According to the July Shaheed Smrity Foundation, at least 128 children were killed and 2,557 were injured during the 2024 July uprising.
National affairs
Nepal government suspends new recruitment in civil service for current fiscal year
Blanket freeze on permanent appointments leaves hundreds of thousands of public service aspirants facing uncertainty.
South Korea President Lee Jae Myung’s home finally sells
Cheong Wa Dae confirmed the sale, saying the property sold below market value. Comparable units of the same size in the complex were reportedly listed for around 3.1 billion won.
Pakistan security forces counter unprovoked firing by Afghan Taliban targeting Kurram border posts
The Afghan Taliban used heavy weapons, mortars and other arms to target border posts, after which Pakistani security forces responded immediately and forcefully, targeting Afghan…
North Korea accelerates military buildup across land, sea, space; expert points to support from China, Russia
The moves have raised concerns in Seoul that Pyongyang may be stepping up preparations for a possible conflict.
Malaysia PM Anwar’s warning to civil servants was reminder on discipline, not order to resign: communications minister
On Sunday, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim warned that ministers, deputy ministers and heads of government agencies must not use their positions to attack their partners in…
Voices of discontent continue to resonate at Nepal’s Maitighar
From exhausted doctors to victims of violence and loan sharking, people continue to gather at Maitighar seeking answers from a government that came to power promising change.
July 19, 2024: Bangladesh’s point of no return
One of the bloodiest days of the July uprising left at least 66 dead and marked a decisive turn in the movement.
Malaysia state polls: Interesting facts about Negri Sembilan’s 36 seats
All eyes are on Malaysia's Negri Sembilan, as the tussle for the state’s 36 seats will begin with nomination day tomorrow. Election candidates will slug it out to gain the…
Another round of assistance: P12,000 each for 7.5M families, says Philippine President Marcos
According to the president, 1.5 million low-income workers and their families whose records have been verified by the Social Security System (SSS) will receive P2,000 per month…