New violence has hit India’s remote northeast region, local media reported, despite authorities rushing in troops to restore order after ethnic clashes. Thousands of soldiers were sent to Manipur state after a protest march by a tribal group turned violent.

India: Situation remains tense in various parts of Manipur, governor urges people to cooperate

Up until COVID-19, the QR code, that square offspring of the Universal Product Code, was a mostly marginal technology as far as the consumer marketplace was concerned.

QR codes here to stay at restaurants?

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit France as a Guest of Honour on July 14 to attend this year's Bastille Day Parade. Pertinently, the year 2023 marks the 25th anniversary of the India-France Strategic Partnership.

Indian PM Modi to attend France's Bastille Day Parade

A gunman stepped out of a silver sedan and began shooting people at an outlet mall in Allen, Texas, on Saturday, sending hundreds of shoppers fleeing in panic in the latest gun violence to strike the country.

US: 9 killed, others injured in Texas mall shooting

Authorities recover 203 bodies in Kalehe, the worst-hit region in eastern DRC's South Kivu province. The toll from floods and landslides in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo [DRC], has risen to 203 people dead as more bodies were recovered, an administrative official said.

Death toll from DRC floods tops 200

From Dior coming to India to pay tribute to the country's artisans to Indian designers showcasing their work at the prestigious Paris haut couture week, India has been making its presence felt in the fashion world like never before. This year, a number of Indian celebrities also made heads turn at the met gala, but what many people don't know is that iconic red carpet that stars like priyanka chopra jonas and alia bhatt walked on, was also made in India.

Met Gala`s India connect: Kerala artisans weave magic into Met Gala`s red carpet

Sudan’s warring parties have met for direct talks in Saudi Arabia as mediators pressed for an end to a conflict that has killed hundreds and sent tens of thousands fleeing.

Rival Sudan factions meet in Saudi Arabia as pressure mounts

Japan's Prime Minister Fumio Kishida is in Seoul. He will be meeting with South Korean President Yoon Suk You now the visit comes just a few weeks after both countries signed the Washington declaration pact the aim of the latest summit is to counter China's growing assertiveness and also to strengthen security cooperation amid nuclear threats from North Korea.

Kishida in Seoul to forge closer ties

Direct talks between the warring Sudanese army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces will start in Jeddah on Saturday, the US and Saudi governments have confirmed, even as fighting showed little signs of abating in the Sudanese capital.

Sudan’s warring sides to begin talks in Saudi Arabia as fighting rages on

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi makes a headline visit to Syria, says Bashar al-Assad has emerged victorious after the devastating Syrian civil war despite the country being subject to Western sanctions. He is the first Iranian visit to step foot in Damascus since the war. @ghadifrancis brings you the full report on this week's #TheWestAsiaPost

Iranian president meets Syrian president on landmark trip

Uneasy truce along the Gaza border briefly collapses after the death of Palestinian Khader Adnan. The 45-year-old activist died after nearly 3 months of staging a hunger strike against his detention. @ghadifrancis decodes the story on this week's #TheWestAsiaPost

Palestinian hunger striker Khader Adnan dies in Israeli prison

India on Friday wrapped up Operation Kaveri, launched to rescue its nationals stranded in crisis-hit Sudan, with the transport aircraft of the Indian Air Force making its final flight to bring 47 passengers home.

3,862 Indians rescued from Sudan, govt wraps up Operation Kaveri

India's Indian Ocean outreach | Kashmir gears up to host g20 summit Story of Bangladesh's river: furigana Nepal grants record Everest permits. Why overcrowding on mount everest is dangerous Viagra ban in Pakistan sparks demand for lizard oil

India's Indian Ocean outreach | Kashmir gears up to host G20 summit

Nepal has handed out a record 463 permits to climb Everest between March and May, beating 409 in 2021. This has sparked fears of a traffic jam when teams make their final ascent through the "Death zone" to the summit of the world’s tallest peak. As a record number of mountaineers rush to Everest this spring climbing season, we tell you why overcrowding and high numbers of relatively inexperienced climbers can cause tragedies on the tallest peak in the world

Nepal grants record Everest permits: Inside deadly climbing season | Inside South Asia: part 4

On the one hand, Bangladesh prides itself on being the world's second-biggest garment exporter after China, on another, it has one of the most polluted rivers in South Asia- Buriganga or Old Ganges 21,600 cubic meters of toxic waste are released into the river by the tanneries every day. Untreated sewage, byproducts of fabric dyeing, and other chemical waste from mills and factories located close to the river flow virtually uninhibited into the Buriganga. Why is the government of Bangladesh not doing enough to save the dying river?

Story of Bangladesh's Buriganga | Inside South Asia: part 3

Despite strong opposition from India's neighbours, Pakistan and China, Kashmir is all set to host one of the biggest international summits of the year- the G20 Tourism Summit from May 22-24. Srinagar hosted the Model G20 Summit as it gears up for the main event a few weeks from now. How prepared is the valley? Let's find out

Srinagar gears up to host g20 summit | Inside South Asia: part 2

Amid Viagra ban, Pakistani men are opting for lizard oil to improve their sex lives. Watch how vendors in Rawalpindi are selling quack 'aphrodisiac' from 'vulnerable' lizards. Viewer discretion advised.

Quack 'Aphrodisiac' remains popular among Pakistani men | Inside South Asia: part 5

On Wednesday, violence broke out in the Indian state of Manipur during a rally dubbed the tribal solidarity march. The march was organized in protest against the demand for inclusion of the meitei community in the scheduled tribe category, following a Manipur high court directive. As clashes turned violent, the Indian state had to deploy army & Assam rifles on Thursday. The Indian army has flagged fake videos, which it says are being circulated by inimical elements for vested interests. Officials say the situation is now under control. India's home minister is in touch with the chief minister of Manipur & mobile internet has been suspended. Last evening, the government of Manipur issued shoot-at-sight orders to maintain public order & tranquillity. IAF undertook continuous sorties from two airfields in Assam employing c17 Globemaster & an32 planes. Flag marches are being held in sensitive areas. Meanwhile, India's northeast frontier railway has stopped all Manipur-bound trains.

Indian Army flags fake videos | Situation in Manipur under control, IAF sorties from Assam airfields

Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr said on Thursday his agreement this year to grant the United States access to more military bases in his country was not intended for use for "offensive action" against any country.

Marcos says US access to Philippines bases not meant for 'offensive action'

Four members of the far-right Proud Boys, including former leader Enrique Tarrio, have been convicted for plotting a conspiracy for playing a role in the January 6 US Capitol riot, according to the reports.

Four Proud Boys convicted of seditious conspiracy over US Capitol riot

Ed Sheeran has defeated a copyright infringement lawsuit involving his Grammy-winning song "Thinking Out Loud" and the Marvin Gaye classic "Let's Get It On."

Ed Sheeran wins copyright infringement lawsuit involving 'Thinking Out Loud'

China on Thursday released an investigation report revealing an "empire of hackers" of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) of the United States, one of the major intelligence agencies of the country's federal government.

China issues report on US CIA's cyberattacks on other countries

Here we bring you a quick round-up of all latest news and top headlines from all across the globe - The man accused of killing five of his neighbors with an AR-15 rifle in their Texas home was arrested Tuesday, after a tip led authorities to a house less than 20 miles from where the crimes took place, officials said.

Texas authorities arrest wife, friend of fugitive wanted in shooting

Taiwan's defence ministry said on Wednesday (May 3) that the self-ruled island detected a Chinese reconnaissance drone sent to conduct a so-called 'island encirclement patrol,' reported South China Morning Post (SCMP). This is the second time Taiwan has announced that a Chinese drone encircled the island in the last two weeks. According to a report by SCMP, the Taiwanese Defence Ministry said that the drone was accompanied by a transport aircraft which had an advanced jamming system.

Chinese drone encircles Taiwan again, second time in recent weeks: Report

Police have arrested a former U.S. Coast Guardsman suspected of killing one person and wounding four, all of them women, in a shooting on Wednesday at a medical building in Atlanta, then carjacking a vehicle to flee the scene, authorities said.

Atlanta shooting: suspect arrested hours after allegedly killing 1, injuring 4

Indian-American businessman Ajay Banga has been designated as the World Bank president for a term of five years. He is the first Indian-origin nominee for the World Bank president's role. US Vice President Kamala Harris congratulated Ajay Banga on his election as President of the World Bank.

Indian-origin Ajay Banga elected as new World Bank president for 5-year term

Officials arrest Texas man accused of killing five of his neighbors. Police had launched a four-day manhunt for Francisco Oropeza, who is accused of shooting his neighbors after a noise complaint.

Officials arrest Texas man accused of killing five of his neighbors

The divine wedding of Meenakshi (Goddess Parvati) with Lord Shiva is celebrated as Meenakshi Thirukalyanam. The wedding is a part of the Chithirai Festival which is an annual event in Madurai.

Chithirai festival: Procession ceremony held at Meenakshi Amman Temple in India's Madurai

Recreational vaping will be banned in Australia, as part of a major crackdown amid what experts say is an "epidemic". Minimum quality standards will also be introduced, and the sale of vapes restricted to pharmacies. Nicotine vapes already require a prescription in Australia, but the industry is poorly regulated and a black market is thriving. Health Minister Mark Butler says the products are creating a new generation of nicotine addicts in Australia.

Australia to ban recreational vaping in major public health move

More than 11,000 television and film writers have gone on strike for the first time in 15 years following the breakdown of negotiations between the Writers Guild of America and Hollywood studios, the guild says. The walkout began at 12:01 a.m.

Hollywood writers go on strike over fair pay in streaming era

US Investigators are probing one of the most damaging leaks of classified information since the 2013 dump of national security agency documents by Snowden. Zelensky says US Did not warn Ukraine about the top-secret documents leaked to internet chat rooms, before the news broke in the media last month. In an interview, the Ukrainian president told Washington post & I quote - we did not receive any information from the white house or pentagon beforehand. The embarrassing breach, which includes top secret documents, reportedly reveals US Unease over the viability of a counter-offensive by Kyiv's forces against Russian troops. Reports suggest the leaked papers also reveal concerns about Ukrainian air defences & point to US Spying on allies, including Israel & South Korea. The leaks also reportedly suggest US Spying on the un chief over Russia. The documents contained information on troop casualties & equipment losses; and details about NATO observation flights over the black sea.

'Not warned': Zelensky on leaked Pentagon papers | Embarrassing breach of top secret documents

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