Thai Army defends lèse-majesté charges against American academic
Opposition, meanwhile, claims it risks harming Thai–US trade talks.
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Indian PM Modi holds security meet amidst rising cross-border aggression
Though there is no official communique from the government regarding the proceedings of the meeting, it is anticipated that plans pertaining to military action following the…
Nepal’s national flag caught in politics. Experts call for clearer rules
Nepal's flag has been widely and randomly used in various protests, campaigns and other events in recent years.
Indonesia’s West Java to send ‘delinquent’ students to military camps
Both the regency and provincial administrations will fund the program, which will target students who "are difficult to discipline", engage in "risky behaviors" or are suspected…
LGBTQIA+ community emerges as Thailand’s new economic powerhouse, generating over USD4.5 billion
The study projects an influx of 4 million LGBTQIA+ tourists, contributing 152 billion baht and raising Thailand’s GDP by 0.3%.
Bangkok collapsed building: Victim families seek legal action after minimal compensation
The Lawyers Council of Thailand is preparing to pursue legal action against the construction company responsible for the collapsed building in Bangkok’s Chatuchak District,…
Indian Defence Minister Rajnath meets PM Modi amid heightened tensions on Indo-Pak border
The meeting came in the wake of cross-border firing on the fourth day in a row.
Road and bridge projects drag on for years in Nepal’s Sudurpaschim
Authorities fail to take action against contractors responsible for delays. Despite repeated warnings, contractors have failed to improve performance.
Canal protests in Pakistan’s Sindh continue to hinder movement of goods
The road closures in several parts of Sindh are due to continuing protests against the controversial proposal to build new canals on the River Indus.
Singapore’s Q1 unemployment up slightly; employment growth slows amid trade war uncertainty
The Ministry of Manpower said this reflects smaller increases in employment for residents – Singaporeans and permanent residents (PRs) – as well as non-residents.