The Kanlaon volcano in the Philippines erupted today (Dec. 9) at 3:03 p.m. local time, spouting an eruption column of up to 1.86 miles (3 kilometers) into the sky and triggering the evacuation of …
Central Philippines Kanlaon volcano erupts, says seismology agency
A volcano in the central Philippines erupted for a second time this year, prompting emergency evacuations after it spewed a huge of column of ash into the sky, authorities said on Monday.
Tens of thousands of people evacuated as Philippines volcano erupts
The Philippines’ Kanlaon volcano erupted for nearly four minutes, shooting ash 2.5 miles into the sky and prompting the emergency evacuation of some 87,000 people.
Ethnic armed group claims capture of key western Myanmar town near border with Bangladesh
One of the most powerful ethnic minority armed groups battling Myanmar’s army claims it has captured the last military outpost in a strategic western town, gaining full control of the 270-kilometer (170-mile) -long border with Bangladesh.
Bangladesh, India hope to clear ‘cloud’ over relations as officials meet
India and Bangladesh said on Monday they would pursue constructive relations after months of tensions that have boiled over into protests and confrontations since the ousting of Dhaka’s last leader.
2 suspects carrying explosives on a motorcycle killed in blast near a police station in Pakistan
Police say two suspected militants riding on a motorcycle were killed when an explosive device they were carrying exploded prematurely near a police station in restive southwestern Pakistan
‘Golden oldie’ Asnawi Mangkualam comes to the rescue while youthful Indonesia find their feet
The oldest player of a youthful Indonesia side came up with the most telling contribution in Monday’s win over Myanmar.
Indonesia mulls preacher certifications after Miftah case
The government is considering a proposal for the certification of Islamic preachers and will take follow-up steps soon, according to Religious Affairs
India’s market regulator warns against trading in unlisted securities via unauthorised platforms
India’s markets regulator on Monday warned investors against making transactions with unauthorised electronic platforms offering unlisted securities of public companies. The Securities and Exchange …
India names Sanjay Malhotra to replace Das as central bank governor
India has appointed current revenue secretary Sanjay Malhotra as the new Reserve Bank of India governor, a notification from the government’s cabinet appointments committee on Monday showed. Malhotra, …