Politics News

Nepal: Prachanda takes over as Prime Minister, appoints minority leader as home minister

The former rebel commander has vowed to tackle the grievances of the Madhesi minority in Nepal.

Aug 5, 2016

By Reuters

Avoid fishing in disputed area, Philippines tells fishermen

Philippines urges fishermen to avoid disputed waters after China warns of 'penalties'

Manila says ground reality is difficult though the tribunal's ruling is clear.

Aug 4, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Nepal: Maoist chief Prachanda elected as the new prime minister

Pushpa Kamal Dahal, better known as Prachanda will be taking oath of office and secrecy at the President's Office later in the evening on Wednesday.

Aug 3, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Japan's cabinet reshuffle: Abe to retain key ministers, eyes third term in office

Japan's cabinet reshuffle: Abe appoints Inada as defence minister, retains finance and foreign ministers

Abe also appointed a new LDP executive line-up. Toshihiro Nikai was appointed as LDP secretary general.

Aug 3, 2016

By Bihu Ray

North Korea ballistic missile lands near Japan waters, alarms Tokyo

Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe described the launch as a "grave threat" to the island country.

Aug 3, 2016

By Bihu Ray

China passes new rules to prosecute trespassers in its territorial waters

Analysts say these new rules might create fresh conflicts if China tries to stop the American military ships from entering its territorial waters.

Aug 3, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Nepal's Maoist chief Prachanda set to become prime minister

The election, due in parliament on Wednesday, became necessary after KP Oli resigned last month

Aug 3, 2016

By Reuters

Philippines: I am ready for 'marathon' talks with communists, says President Duterte

Philippines: I am ready for 'marathon' talks with communists, says Duterte

I dare them. This is my challenge to them: let us not only talk, let's have a marathon, said Duterte.

Aug 2, 2016

By Bihu Ray

Japan's cabinet reshuffle: Abe to retain key ministers, eyes third term in office

The reshuffle comes as Abe tries to boost up economic growth and handle multiple challenges.

Aug 2, 2016

By Bihu Ray

PM Lee visits US, likely to attend official meeting with Obama and other leaders

Singapore, US sign deal to promote tech partnerships

The agreement further establishes strong bilateral economic relationship between the two countries.

Aug 2, 2016

By Bihu Ray

Pakistan arrests at least 12 staff of national airline in heroin case

Pakistan has arrested the staff of its national carrier following the discovery of heroin in the toilet of an Dubai bound aircraft.

Aug 2, 2016

By Reuters

Philippines: Duterte says nation can survive without mining companies

Philippines has suspended activities of seven domestic mines as they failed to adhere to the environmental regulations.

Aug 1, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Amnesty International warns the new Malaysian security law gives govt 'abusive powers'

Amnesty International says new Malaysian security law gives govt 'abusive powers'

Under such act, the council can declare a state of emergency in areas which are considered to be under security threat.

Aug 1, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

PM Lee celebrates National Day with Singaporeans in Washington

The National Day festivities at the Singapore Embassy were moved earlier to coincide with Lee's official visit.

Aug 1, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

PM Lee visits US, likely to attend official meeting with Obama and other leaders

PM Lee will be greeted by a formal arrival ceremony at the White House

Jul 30, 2016

By Bihu Ray

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