The WHO South-East Asia Region, comprising 11 member countries, including India, Bangladesh, Nepal, and others, will vote during its 76th session from 30 October to 2 November in New Delhi to nominate the next Regional Director.
Bangladesh court commutes death sentences of 7 militants convicted in 2016 cafe attack
High Court in Dhaka commutes death sentences of seven Islamist militants to life imprisonment unto death for 2016 terror attack at Holey Artisan Bakery that killed 23, incl. Indian girl. Neo Jamaatul Mujahideen Bangladesh (Neo-JMB) suspected to have staged attack to draw international attention.
Two Canadian cops testify in Niko graft case against Bangladesh ex-PM Khaleda
Two members of Canadian Mounted Police on Monday testified in Niko graft case against Nationalist Party chairperson and former prime minister Khaleda Zia and seven
Pakistan vs Bangladesh: ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 match preview
Pakistan coach Grant Bradburn has said his squad is determined to rescue their faltering ICC Cricket World Cup campaign when they meet South Asian rivals Bangladesh at the historic Eden Gardens stadium in Kolkata.
CityLab Daily: Why India’s Lakes and Rivers Keep Flooding
Recent flooding disasters in India have been a wake-up call for people to rethink their relationship with water amid ongoing climate change. The key to securing the nation’s climate future might lie in the country’s ancient history and religions, according to the new book Shades of Blue: Connecting the Drops in India’s Cities.
Air quality worsens in India’s capital despite government efforts
The air quality in India's capital worsened on Monday, with pollution levels rising to the highest this year, as low cool-season winds and more burning of stubble in neighbouring states combined to usher in a return of the annual scourge of bad air.
Kerala attacks: India police investigate deadly blasts targeting Jehovah’s Witnesses
Police in India are investigating a series of explosions which killed three people at a Jehovah's Witnesses meeting in the southern state of Kerala. More than 50 others were injured in the blasts on Sunday at an event held by the Christian-based religious movement near the port city of Kochi (Cochin).
China Targets US and Taiwan With War Talk: ‘Show No Mercy’
China's top general has said the People's Liberation Army (PLA) will "show no mercy" towards those who support Taiwan's independence.
How much does a cleaning service cost in Doha, Qatar?
When considering hiring a cleaning service in Doha, Qatar, one of the first questions that may come to mind is, “How much does it cost?” The cost of cleaning services can vary depending on various ... ( read original story ...)
10 most expensive homes sold in Lebanon County, Oct. 23-29
A house in South Londonderry Township that sold for $1.1 million tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Lebanon County in the past week. ( read original story ...)