Sri Lanka's fugitive police chief has surrendered to authorities and been remanded in custody, weeks after his arrest was ordered over a botched raid that killed a fellow officer. Inspector General of Police Deshabandu Tennakoon stands accused of authorizing an ill-fated drug bust in 2023, allegedly in violation of internal regulations, which sparked a gun battle between competing police units. He surrendered after police raided his private home on Tuesday, where they seized over a thousand bottles of liquor, his service revolver, and two phones. Earlier, the Court of Appeal had rejected Tennakoon petition to quash the arrest warrant issued against him.

Sri Lanka's Fugitive Police Chief Surrenders after losing court plea

Pakistan, south asia: Pakistan's central bank has been warning against cryptocurrency for years now, citing concerns over fraud and money laundering.

Heavily indebted Pakistan seeks to legalise cryptocurrency to attract global investment

A new survey reveals that a majority of voters in Bangladesh want general elections to be held by the end of 2025. Surprisingly, half of the respondents admitted they hadn’t voted in any of the last three elections. With political uncertainty growing, will the government heed public demand for an early election?

Majority of voters in Bangladesh want an early elections according to survey

The reports came a day after the leader of Bangladesh’s interim government, Professor Muhammad Yunus, met with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Egypt's Cairo.



Bangladesh 'forcing' importers to source goods from Pakistan amidst tensions with India: Report

The US has raised concerns that Pakistan's missiles could reach regions beyond South Asia, escalating security concerns.

US Claims Pakistan Missiles Could Target Areas Beyond South Asia

The US has raised concerns that Pakistan's missiles could reach regions beyond South Asia, escalating security concerns.



Nepal's government has approved projects valued at USD 20 million as grant assistance from China. The announcement comes ahead of Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli’s upcoming official visit to China, his first since taking office for the fourth time. This move will strengthen bilateral relations and foster collaboration in various development initiatives. Watch to know more!

Nepal Signs Framework Agreement With China On Belt And Road Initiative | World News | WION

Nepal: PM KP Sharma Oli Breaks Tradition With First China Visit | World News | WION

Nepal Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli, who is set to embark on a five-day visit to China on December 2, has stressed that no agreement on loan would be reached with Beijing during his upcoming tour.

Nepal PM China Visit: On Four-Day Visit PM Oli Eyes Revival Of Stalled BRI Projects | WION Dispatch

A march by workers of Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf to Islamabad last week put Pakistan on the boil, with ugly clashes between the PTI and security forces. It's one of many protests by Khan's party, demanding that be freed from jail among other things. The first story on Inside South Asia this week looks at Pakistan's frequent spiralling into this vortex of chaos and mayhem.

Pakistan On The Boil | Inside South Asia

India and Pakistan are fighting for fresh air as several cities in both countries are facing life-threatening pollution. The Hazardous air quality has become a major concern for public health and has even initiated a geopolitical spat between the two countries. Watch in for more details!

Dense Smog Chokes People In New Delhi & Lahore

Pakistan: Rain weakens police defences as PTI protesters surge towards Islamabad’s D-Chowk

Bangladesh Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus met Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly, where both leaders urged for the revival of SAARC to enhance regional cooperation in South Asia.

Bangladesh Chief Yunus Meets Pakistan PM Sharif In NY, Calls For SAARC Revival

Pakistan's PM Expresses Interest In Investing In Bangladesh? | WION

Indians and Pakistanis don’t trust each other, Bangladeshis seem to trust everyone: Survey

A recent report has revealed that - a surprise improvement in air quality in South Asia in 2022 did drive a decline in global pollution.

South Asia air pollution fell in 2022: Report

Inside south Asia revisits the days of 'Supermen of Malegaon'. Now a feature film inspired by the 2008 documentary is all set to screen at the 49th Toronto International Film Festival. Directed by Reema Kagti, Superboys of Malegaon stars Adarsh Gaurav, Vineet Kumar Singh and Shashank Arora and celebrates India's homegrown Superman

Supermen of Malegaon gets Bollywood treatment | Superboys of Malegaon at TIFF

Remembering Manto: Was he an obscene writer?

Amid Kolkata protests, Indian Prime minister said that action should be taken against rapists Also on the show - 3 Years of Taliban Takeover: What has Changed Bangladesh: Can Muhammad Yunus safeguard the rights of minorities And witness a unique Guinness world record set by three-time Grammy winner Ricky Kej All this and much more on Inside South Asia

PM Modi on Kolkata Rape-murder | Independence Day Highlights | Inside South Asia

After winning the prestigious Grammy award three times, The Indian music composer, Ricky Kej has achieved another feat and has created a Guinness world record. On India's 78th Independence Day, Ricky Kej released his latest rendition of India's national anthem, featuring top classical musicians and 14,000 children from tribal communities. In an exclusive interaction with WION's Samarpita Das, he spoke about his experience and why he chose National Anthem for the event

India's National Anthem rendition creates Guinness World Record | Inside South Asia

Sheikh Hasina’s stay in India won’t affect bilateral ties says Bangladesh’s foreign adviser

Pakistan army arrests former ISI chief Faiz Hameed; court martial proceedings initiated

Pakistan: Authorities crack down on 'fake' tourists heading to Middle East to beg

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Sri Lanka's Fugitive Police Chief Surrenders after losing court plea

Heavily indebted Pakistan seeks to legalise cryptocurrency to attract global investment

Majority of voters in Bangladesh want an early elections according to survey

Bangladesh 'forcing' importers to source goods from Pakistan amidst tensions with India: Report

Bangladesh 'forcing' importers to source goods from Pakistan amidst tensions with India: Report

US Claims Pakistan Missiles Could Target Areas Beyond South Asia

US Claims Pakistan Missiles Could Target Areas Beyond South Asia

Nepal Signs Framework Agreement With China On Belt And Road Initiative | World News | WION

Nepal: PM KP Sharma Oli Breaks Tradition With First China Visit | World News | WION

Nepal PM China Visit: On Four-Day Visit PM Oli Eyes Revival Of Stalled BRI Projects | WION Dispatch

Pakistan On The Boil | Inside South Asia

Dense Smog Chokes People In New Delhi & Lahore

Pakistan: Rain weakens police defences as PTI protesters surge towards Islamabad’s D-Chowk

Bangladesh Chief Yunus Meets Pakistan PM Sharif In NY, Calls For SAARC Revival

Pakistan's PM Expresses Interest In Investing In Bangladesh? | WION

Indians and Pakistanis don’t trust each other, Bangladeshis seem to trust everyone: Survey

South Asia air pollution fell in 2022: Report

Supermen of Malegaon gets Bollywood treatment | Superboys of Malegaon at TIFF

Remembering Manto: Was he an obscene writer?

PM Modi on Kolkata Rape-murder | Independence Day Highlights | Inside South Asia

India's National Anthem rendition creates Guinness World Record | Inside South Asia

Sheikh Hasina’s stay in India won’t affect bilateral ties says Bangladesh’s foreign adviser

Pakistan army arrests former ISI chief Faiz Hameed; court martial proceedings initiated

Pakistan: Authorities crack down on 'fake' tourists heading to Middle East to beg