Explainer: Why the by-polls in Punjab are so important
The province has seen a long-drawn-out battle over its chief minister, which may finally be coming to an end.
Politics
Sri Lanka crisis: How President Gotabaya’s rule ended in a S’pore hotel
While his political demise is owing to the mishandling of Sri Lanka's economy over the past two years, his rise was entirely on account of his stint as defence secretary.
‘Imran Khan has arrived’: Journalists, politicians congratulate PTI on Punjab by-polls
Unofficial results showed that the PTI was in a commanding position and set for a major triumph.
Sri Lanka acting president Wickremesinghe declares state of emergency
The move is intended to prevent further unrest. Mr Wickremesinghe is a contender for the top job but protesters also want him gone.
Anwar’s PKR eases rift over Malaysia election strategy as party congress closes
He and newly elected deputy president Rafizi Ramli are open to cooperate with those opposed to BN.
Presidential candidate Murmu calls nomination to election a democratic dream for a tribal girl
From the airport to the five-star hotel, hundreds of BJP workers, including women of its frontal organisations, were standing in wait to receive Murmu.
Sri Lanka’s ousted president says he ‘took all possible steps’ to prevent crisis
Rajapaksa said the financial crisis was rooted in years of economic mismanagement that pre-dated his presidency.
Sri Lanka’s acting President Wickremesinghe says will stick to constitutional process
Measures are being taken for the new President who will be elected next week to present the 19th Amendment to Parliament.
Politicization of cooking oil
As Indonesia gears up for the 2024 elections, more and more politicians will be tempted to compromise their duty to the state for their party’s or their own interests.
Sri Lankan leader Rajapaksa arrives in S’pore, tenders his resignation as president
It is not clear how long he will stay in Singapore or if he has another destination in mind.