Bhutan & India on Joint Mission to Save Endangered Species in South Asia

In a landmark initiative, India, Bhutan, Nepal, and Bangladesh have joined forces to tackle the rampant issue of wildlife trafficking and trade in South Asia.

New Delhi investigating alleged illegal transplants at Apollo hospital in city

The New Delhi city government is investigating an Apollo hospital, part of India’s largest private hospital chain, after a media report linked it to the illegal sale by Myanmar nationals of their kidneys for organ transplants.

China’s exports slump seen slowing as pockets of demand emerge: Reuters Poll

Declines in China’s exports likely slowed in November, a Reuters poll showed on Wednesday, amid mixed signs factories in the world’s second-largest economy may be finding their footing after a bruising slump in demand.

Plight of Sri Lankan workers in Chinese-led project unveiled

Chinese infrastructure projects have become a significant source of employment for Sri Lankan workers in recent years. These projects, financed by the Chinese government’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), span various sectors, including construction, transportation, and energy.

Indian state poll results boost markets, ease fiscal risk, analysts say

India’s ruling nationalist Bharatiya Janata Party’s win in three out of four major state elections will boost sentiment in the country’s equity markets, potentially drawing higher foreign inflows on confidence in political stability, analysts said.

Mount Marapi: Eleven hikers killed as volcano erupts in Indonesia

Eleven hikers have been found dead near the crater of Indonesia’s Marapi volcano after it erupted over the weekend, rescuers say.

China’s economic heft sinks for first time in three decades

For most of us, weight loss is a positive. For an economy, not so much. New analysis showing that China’s global heft has declined for the first time since 1994 illustrates why its chances of overtaking the US economy are increasingly in doubt.

Indonesia heightens monitoring in response to ‘mysterious pneumonia’ outbreak in China

The Health Ministry has instructed healthcare professionals across the country to increase their monitoring of cases of respiratory illnesses following a recent outbreak of “mysterious pneumonia” in northern China.

India has walked the talk when it comes to climate action: PM Modi ahead of COP28

Prime Minister Narendra Modi left for Dubai on Thursday to participate in the World Climate Action Summit at the 28th Conference of the Parties (COP28).

Released Palestinians allege abuse in Israeli jails

Palestinian prisoners released from Israeli jails say that guards carried out abuse and collective punishment in the weeks after the Hamas attacks on Israel on 7 October.

Pakistan carried out ’widespread abuses’ against Afghan refugees: Report

The Pakistan authorities committed ’’widespread abuses’’ against Afghans living in the country to compel them to return to Afghanistan leading to a situation of humanitarian crisis, Human Rights Watch said in a statement on Wednesday.

Thailand says Chinese beggars caught in Bangkok not victims of trafficking

Six Chinese nationals with severe deformities caught begging on the streets of Bangkok were not victims of torture, physical abuse or coercion by human traffickers as believed earlier, Thailand said on Monday (Nov 27).

NASA to train Indian astronaut for ISS voyage in deepening space ties

NASA will train an Indian astronaut for a voyage to the International Space Station as early as next year, NASA Administrator Bill Nelson said on Wednesday, amid deepening space ties between India and the United States.

Google is deleting old Gmail accounts: Here’s how to save yours

Beginning on Dec. 1, the tech giant, Google will begin purging all accounts that have been inactive for two years or more. The company says the move is meant to help cut back on the number of accounts that can be hijacked by hackers.

Global South confluence: India’s leadership and vision

India recently took center stage by hosting the second edition of the Voice of Global South Summit on November 12-13, underscoring its unwavering commitment to the Global South. Building upon the success of the inaugural event held in January 2023, this summit witnessed the active participation of 125 nations, providing a robust platform for meaningful dialogue on shared priorities.

MSF doctors killed in strike on Al Awda hospital in Northern Gaza

Médecins sans Frontières/Doctors Without Borders (MSF) is horrified by the killing of two MSF doctors, and a third doctor following a strike on Al Awda Hospital, one of the last remaining functional hospitals in Northern Gaza.

Boss of Australian telecom giant quits after nationwide outage

The chief executive of Australian telecom giant Optus has resigned after a nationwide outage this month.

Health authorities across Australia call for return of masks amid eighth COVID wave

Health authorities in several Australian states have recommended the return of masks amid a spike in COVID-19 cases leading up to Christmas.

Spanish police arrested 14 suspected Pakistani jihadists in several provinces

Spanish security authorities busted a suspected jihadist network based in several provinces of Spain in country-wide CT operations arresting a total of 14 individuals.

’Mannequin’ arrested after Warsaw shop burglary

A man has been accused of posing as a mannequin in a Warsaw shop window to steal jewellery after closing time

Cricket’s inclusion in Olympics voted through by IOC members

Cricket’s return to the Olympics for the first time since 1900 has been confirmed after International Olympic Committee members voted to include the sport in the 2028 Games.

Australia fines X for failing to crack down on child abuse content

Australia internet safety watchdog has slapped a A$610,500 ($386,000; £317,360) fine on Elon Musk’s X for failing to cooperate with a probe into anti-child abuse practices.

India cruise to victory against Pakistan in Cricket World Cup

India cruised to victory to maintain their perfect start in the Cricket World Cup after beating Pakistan by seven wickets.

Australians vote No in historic referendum

Australia has overwhelmingly rejected a plan to give greater rights to Indigenous people in a referendum.

’No’ campaigners confident Australian referendum will not pass

igh-profile ’no’ campaigners who oppose a voice to Australia’s parliament are confident the referendum will fail and have called for unity after the vote and greater action to assist Indigenous people.

Hospitals in Gaza at risk of turning into morgues

Hospitals in Gaza are at risk of turning into morgues, Fabrizio Carboni, the regional director for the Near and Middle East for the International Committee of the Red Cross said.

Amidst debt troubles, Sri Lanka’s economy and strategy face Chinese pressure

In the South Asian nation of Sri Lanka, an intricate web of economic challenges and strategic maneuvering is currently unfolding. The island nation finds itself caught between a mounting debt crisis and the strategic influence of China, its largest lender. As Sri Lanka grapples with its economic woes, it is also witnessing China’s growing presence and influence in the region.

New Maldives President to be ’’pro-many countries’’

While Maldives President-Elect Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has been branded as being pro-China, former Foreign Minister Dunya Maumoon said that the new President is expected to be ’’pro-many countries’’.

Jailed Maldives’ ex-President transferred to house arrest

Jailed former Maldives President Abdulla Yameen was transferred from prison to house arrest on Sunday, fulfilling the campaign promise of his party candidate who won the presidential election runoff.

Canada-India tensions and the rising Hindu Nationalism in India

Canada and India, two nations with long-standing diplomatic ties, have recently found themselves embroiled in a series of tensions that threaten to strain their historically amicable relationship. Central to this unfolding discord is the rise of Hindu nationalism in India, which has led to a growing polarization within the country and raised concerns about the implications for religious minorities and democratic values.