Category: Asia
Bagram: Last US and Nato forces leave key Afghanistan base
The last US and Nato forces have left Afghanistan's Bagram airbase, the centre of the war against militants for some 20 years. The pull-out could ... Read More
Why new hotels are still opening in Singapore despite the COVID-19 pandemic
SINGAPORE: After opening the doors to The Clan Hotel in the central business district last month, Far East Hospitality is already gearing up for another launch this ... Read More
Most people in China believe corruption falling, says Transparency International
Almost two thirds of people in China believe corruption has decreased in their country in the past year, with more than 80% saying the government has done ... Read More
China gives musical talent show a virtual makeover
At first glance, there's nothing very remarkable about yet another singing competition in talent show-obsessed China, but Dimension Nova is different - this time, all ... Read More
Pompeo says US designates six more Chinese media firms as foreign missions
WASHINGTON: US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo announced on Wednesday (Oct 21) the State Department w.. Read More
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo to visit India next week for strategic talks
NEW DELHI: US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and Defense Secretary Mark Esper will travel to India n.. Read More
Maharashtra blocks CBI from probing cases in state without its nod
MUMBAI: A day after the CBI responded with speed to a request from UP police and orders from the Cen.. Read More
New space policy gives full freedom to pvt players to set up sat constellations, earth stations: Isro chief
NEW DELHI: With the objective to completely open the Indian skies for the private sector, the depart.. Read More
Don’t touch innocents, don’t leave culprits: J&K LG to cops
SRINAGAR: In a clear message to the police, Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wed.. Read More
Thai PM Prayut says he’s preparing to lift emergency measures amid protests
BANGKOK: Thai Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha said on Wednesday (Oct 21) he was preparing to lift e.. Read More