Bhutan’s emigration dilemma: Will they ever return?
For many, education is a key driver. About 42 per cent of current migrants are either enrolled in academic programmes or are working while studying. Income is another major…
National affairs
Has baby bust bottomed out? South Korea sees 7% rebound in births in Q1
According to new data released by Statistics Korea on Wednesday, the number of babies born in the first quarter of 2025 rose by 7.3 percent compared to the same period last year.
Indonesian Constitution Court orders government to provide free basic education in all schools
While not restricting certain private schools from charging their students for tuition, the court orders the government to provide a financing policy to ensure inclusive access…
In Japan, rice purchase applications halted amid huge demand
The government is now expected to reach its 200,000-ton limit for releasing state-stockpiled rice that was harvested in 2022, according to the agriculture ministry.
To send strong message against terrorism, J&K CM Omar holds cabinet meeting at Pahalgam
More important than the agenda on the table of the cabinet meeting is the significance of the meeting’s symbolic communication to anti-national and anti-social elements that…
Philippine VP Sara Duterte’s impeachment: What you need to know
The trial, expected to begin formal hearings in July after a preliminary session in June, will test the strength of institutions and alliances alike.
Japan breaks with policy of not controlling rice prices
With the average price of rice now doubled from the same period last year — reaching more than ¥4,000 for 5 kilograms at supermarkets — much attention is being paid to…
Indonesia’s new history book to highlight past presidents’ achievements: Culture minister
The updated book would adopt a “more positive tone” toward each president, highlighting milestones such as Indonesia’s economic development under Soeharto and infrastructure…
Vietnam’s National Assembly debates proposal to end death penalty for transport of illegal drugs
This offence, as part of a draft amendment to the Penal Code, is one of eight crimes for which the Government has proposed eliminating capital punishment and replacing it with…
China revamping its university majors
While 367 programs were removed in 2019, the number surged to 925 in 2022 and reached a record high of 1,670 in 2023. Last year, 1,428 majors were revoked.