PM Modi in Tel Aviv: India-Israel Ties Expand to Aerospace, AI and Iron Dome
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Tel Aviv marks a shift in India-Israel relations, focusing on defense, artificial intelligence, and high-tech cooperation.
Asia Pacific
Chinese Ambassador Invites Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman to Visit Beijing
Chinese Ambassador to Bangladesh Yao Wen has extended an invitation to Prime Minister Tarique Rahman to visit Beijing, underscoring the deepening diplomatic and economic ties between the two nations.
INDIA alliance all will be gone: Mani Shankar Aiyar says Mamata Banerjee critical to bloc’s survival
Veteran Congress leader Mani Shankar Aiyar has warned that the Opposition INDIA alliance could collapse without West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, reigniting political tensions within the bloc.
Pakistan Strikes Afghanistan Amid Rising Tensions and India-Taliban Relations
Pakistan launched air raids into Afghanistan on Sunday, targeting militant camps near the border after a series of attacks blamed on Afghan-based groups, as tensions with India over Afghanistan's new government escalate.
Sri Lankan Army’s Account of Prabhakaran’s Death Faces Scrutiny
Speculation continues over the true circumstances of LTTE leader V. Prabhakaran's death, with questions raised about the authenticity of the official narrative.
Kim Jong Un shows off missile launchers as party congress nears
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un inspected 50 new 600mm-caliber multiple rocket launchers on Wednesday, calling them the world's most powerful focused strike weapons. The display came days before a rare Workers' Party congress set to outline the nation's five-year policy agenda.
Sri Lankan Navy arrests 22 TN fishermen near Katchatheevu – Mangalorean.com
The Sri Lankan Navy arrested 22 fishermen from Tamil Nadu's Ramanathapuram district early Thursday near Katchatheevu islet after they allegedly crossed into Sri Lankan waters. Four mechanized boats were also confiscated.
Political intimidation alarm in Kerala after funeral wreath placed at critic’s residence
A funeral wreath appeared outside the home of writer V.S. Anilkumar in Kannapuram, Kerala, on Thursday morning, raising alarms of political intimidation. The incident follows Anilkumar's public criticism of CPI(M) leaders and his role in launching a dissident's book.
A peaceful Lunar New Year on Vietnam’s Bach Long Vi remote island
Residents and soldiers on Vietnam's remote Bach Long Vi island in Hai Phong city's special administrative zone celebrated a serene Lunar New Year on Thursday with shared meals and festive traditions. Fishing boats flew red national flags in the calm harbor as peach blossoms and kumquat trees brightened homes.
Trishuli River Tragedy: A Himalayan Warning
A deadly bus crash in Nepal's Trishuli River claimed 19 lives, including three foreigners, revealing a persistent danger in the region's mountainous terrain.
Trishuli River Tragedy: A Himalayan Wake-Up Call
In the icy depths of Nepal’s Trishuli River, 19 lives were lost in a single night. Among them was a British tourist who had just completed the Annapurna Circuit, a testament to the allure and peril of Himalayan travel.
Asia’s CERN Vision Gains Momentum Amid China Taiwan Tensions
As geopolitical tensions rise, Asian nations are considering creating an 'Asian CERN' to drive scientific innovation and reduce reliance on Western technology, with China's stalled collider project underscoring the need for regional collaboration.
Japan Advances Full Paddy Utilisation Plan to Bolster Food Security
Japan is advancing a plan to fully utilise all rice paddies as part of a broader food security strategy, aiming to reduce reliance on imports and diversify agricultural production.
US and Japan Launch Amphibious Exercises in Okinawa Amid Regional Tensions
U.S. Marines and Japanese forces began a major amphibious exercise in Okinawa on Monday, aimed at strengthening regional defense capabilities amid heightened tensions in the Indo-Pacific.
Australia’s Defense Gap Risks U.S. Strategic Options in Indo-Pacific
Australia's declining defense capabilities and economic vulnerabilities are creating a strategic gap that could force the U.S. to bear greater risks in the Indo-Pacific, according to a new analysis.