BANGKOK, March 29 – Myanmar is reeling from a devastating earthquake that has left over 1,000 people dead, with rescue efforts intensifying as foreign aid teams arrive to assist. The disaster, which struck on Friday, has caused widespread destruction, leveling infrastructure and worsening the challenges faced by a country already struggling due to ongoing conflict. … Read more
BANGKOK, March 28 – A catastrophic earthquake struck Myanmar on Friday, leaving more than 140 people dead and causing widespread destruction. The 7.7 magnitude quake, which hit around midday, devastated buildings, roads, and infrastructure, with Mandalay, the country’s second-largest city, suffering the most severe impact. The powerful tremor was followed by a series of aftershocks, … Read more
ISLAMABAD, March 5 – Pakistan has reaffirmed its commitment to counterterrorism efforts and regional security following the arrest of Mohammad Sharifullah, a key figure accused of orchestrating a deadly attack on U.S. troops in Kabul in 2021. The arrest, carried out through a military operation along the Afghan border, marks a significant moment in the … Read more
ISLAMABAD, JAN 17 – In a landmark legal development, Imran Khan, the former Prime Minister of Pakistan, has been handed a 14-year prison sentence in a land corruption case. The verdict, delivered by an anti-graft court, has significant political and legal implications, further intensifying the ongoing political instability in Pakistan. Khan’s wife, Bushra Bibi, was … Read more
JAN 17 – Former Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi have been convicted in a significant legal case. On Friday, a Pakistani court sentenced Khan to 14 years in prison, while Bushra Bibi was sentenced to seven years, in connection with a land corruption case. These charges form part of a series … Read more
JAN 13 – Southern Japan experienced a significant earthquake on Monday, striking the Kyushu region with a preliminary magnitude of 6.9, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA). The tremor occurred in an area that had previously been highlighted for its seismic vulnerability, following a megaquake advisory issued last year. The earthquake’s proximity to the … Read more
China is currently witnessing a significant increase in respiratory infections, attributed to a virus known as human metapneumovirus (HMPV). This surge has led to crowded hospitals and heightened public concern, especially in northern provinces. The uptick in cases is drawing attention to this relatively lesser-known virus, primarily affecting children and vulnerable populations during the colder … Read more
Muan County, South Korea, Dec 29 – A devastating airplane crash at Muan International Airport claimed at least 124 lives when a Jeju Air flight arriving from Bangkok, Thailand, attempted to land under distressing circumstances. The flight, carrying 181 individuals, belly-landed, veered off the runway, and erupted into flames after crashing into a barrier, marking … Read more
NEW DELHI, Dec 26 – India bids farewell to Manmohan Singh, the soft-spoken and reserved leader who left an indelible mark on the nation’s history. Singh, who served as India’s prime minister for two consecutive terms from 2004 to 2014, passed away on Thursday at the age of 92 after battling age-related ailments. He will … Read more
ASTANA, Dec 25 – A tragic aviation disaster unfolded in Kazakhstan on Wednesday as a passenger plane traveling from Azerbaijan to Russia crashed near the city of Aktau. The incident involved an Embraer 190 aircraft operated by Azerbaijan Airlines, carrying 67 passengers and five crew members. Reports confirm that only 12 individuals survived the devastating … Read more