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India braces for the upcoming Diwali celebration (PICTURES)

Indians around the world prepare to celebrate Diwali, festival of lights [PHOTOS]

This festival commemorates Lord Rama's return to the kingdom of Ayodhya after completing his 14-year exile.

Oct 22, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Back in Philippines Duterte clarifies he doesn't want to cut ties with US

Duterte changes his opinion and says he will not sever diplomatic ties with the United States.

Oct 22, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore's Bukit Timah Nature Reserve opens for visitors after 2 years

The park was closed down on 15 September 2014 to allow the National Parks Board to carry out repair

Oct 22, 2016

By Bihu Ray

Japan earthquake: At least 11 killed as new 7.3 magnitude tremor hits Kumamoto region

6.2 magnitude earthquake hits western Japan, no tsunami threat

Authorities say the quake damaged electricity lines leaving nearly 40,000 homes powerless.

Oct 21, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

In Pictures: Super Typhoon Haima unleashes death and destruction in Philippines

Authorities say at least 12 people died and tens of thousands were evacuated and taken to safer grounds.

Oct 21, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore, Australia sign Comprehensive Strategic Partnership to strengthen bilateral ties

Prime Minister Lee pays respects to Thailand's late King Bhumibol in Bangkok

Lee places wreath at the Royal Urn in the Dusit Maha Prasat Throne Hall.

Oct 21, 2016

By Bihu Ray

Philippines: Rodrigo Duterte will not say sorry for comment on rape victim Jaqueline Hamill

Infamous Duterte quotes: 15 bizarre rants on crime, drug, sex, rape and human rights

Duterte's outspoken and straight-talking style, however, endeared him to many Filipinos.

Oct 21, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Pokemon Go fans can test game knowledge at Pokemon Exhibition in Sentosa World

The exhibition will remain open from 10 am to 7 pm daily till Jan 2 next year.

Oct 21, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Too cool to react? Photo of man sitting in flooded Hong Kong cafe goes viral

The photo has received more than 19,000 reactions and has been shared 2,500 times by internet users.

Oct 21, 2016

By Bihu Ray

Hong Kong braces for super Typhoon Haima, shuts all but essential services

Officials say the city is expected to remain shut for most of Friday until the storm passes away.

Oct 21, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

'Philippines will maintain trade and economic ties with US'

Philippines presidential office urges public to wait for the final guidelines before interpreting Duterte's stance on US.

Oct 21, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Thailand: Why popular princess Maha Sirindhorn will never succeed Bhumibol

Thailand: Why popular princess Maha Sirindhorn will not succeed Bhumibol

Princess Sirindhorn is the most popular of late king Bhumibol's children.

Oct 20, 2016

By Jacob J

Chinese couple apologise for taking toilet seat from Japan hotel room

Chinese couple apologises for taking toilet seat from Japan hotel room

The couple promises such an improper behaviour won't be repeated in future.

Oct 20, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore jails man over Facebook post calling for murder of policemen

Benjamin Lim (14) committed suicide after police questioned him over violating modesty of a girl.

Oct 20, 2016

By Bihu Ray

Malaysia plans not to ban hotdogs or revoke halal certifications

Malaysia hot dog ban: Minister denies renaming order amid rising ridicule

The ruling about the renaming of products including the word "dog", has been widely ridiculed on social media.

Oct 20, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

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