CPI protests against property tax hikes and poor civic infrastructure in Coimbatore, demanding administration to address public grievances. ( read original story ...)
Vietnam Abolishes Death Penalty for Embezzlement and Other Crimes
The move, one official said, would help the country extradite suspects from abroad. It would also spare the life of a recently convicted tycoon.
Vietnam PM expects US trade deal before July tariff deadline
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Philippines urges peace, multilateralism amid Middle East tensions
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US Marine sentenced to 7 years over sexual assault in Japan
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After nervous start Bangladesh reaches 71-2 at lunch in the 2nd test against Sri Lanka
Bangladesh has reached 71 for two wickets at lunch on the opening day of the second cricket test against Sri Lanka.
Bangladesh moves toward LDC graduation amid concern over preparedness
As Bangladesh inches closer to its long-anticipated graduation from the Least Developed Country (LDC) category in November ...
Bangladesh explores advanced air defence options at London summit
Bangladesh has dispatched a high-level military delegation to London to assess potential air defence system acquisitions amid rising regional tensions.
South Asia Watch: Bangladesh Interim Govt Undermines Army, Risks Foreign Militarisation at Border
Analysts emphasise that a professionally autonomous and cohesive Bangladesh Army is vital for South Asian stability. With increased regional instability, notably Myanmar-linked insurgencies and ...
Indonesia ready to deepen partnership with MSG
Indonesia is ready to enhance cooperation in strategic sectors with Pacific nations under the Melanesian Spearhead Group (MSG), Deputy Foreign Minister