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Balen's RSP Dominates Nepal Vote Count, Heads for Two-Thirds Majority
Rastriya Swatantra Party dominates Nepal's parliamentary vote count, projected to secure a two-thirds majority in the House of Representatives.
S. Korea Warns Oil Refiners Over "Excessive" Price Hikes Amid Mideast Crisis
South Korea's industry minister calls for fair pricing as gasoline prices surge, warning of grave responses to practices that hurt consumers.
Taiwan Tracks 8 Chinese Warships Amid Ongoing Sovereignty Tensions
Taiwan's defense ministry reports 8 Chinese naval ships operating nearby, amid the historical and political dispute over Taiwan's sovereignty status.
Nepal Delays Gen-Z Protest Report Release, Awaiting New Government
Nepal's interim government will not immediately release the detailed Gen-Z protest report, leaving implementation to the incoming elected administration.
UK Visa Crackdown Targets High-Asylum Nations, Pakistan Under Scrutiny
UK bans visas for nations with high asylum claims. Pakistan faces scrutiny as data shows high asylum applications but low deportation rates.
Bangladesh Adjusts Aviation Fuel Prices for March 2026 Amid Global Turmoil
Bangladesh Energy Commission sets new Jet A-1 prices for domestic and international flights, citing West Asia conflict and global market factors.
Bangladesh Cracks Down on Fuel Hoarding Amid Supply Crisis
Bangladesh conducts mobile court drives at petrol pumps to prevent illegal stockpiling and artificial fuel shortages. Officials inspect compliance.
Pakistan's Remittance Trap: Luxury Imports Over Development Risks Economy
Report says Pakistan's reliance on remittances and foreign aid fuels luxury imports, not investment, creating structural economic risks and stagnation.
Taiwan Tracks 7 Chinese Warships Amid Rising Regional Tensions
Taiwan's defense ministry reports 7 Chinese naval vessels operating nearby. Tensions rise as China asserts sovereignty over the island.
China Tests Sanctions Evasion via Iran Crisis, Eyes Taiwan Conflict Strategy
Experts say China is using its ties with Iran to develop systems to bypass Western sanctions, a strategy it could deploy in a future Taiwan conflict.
6.0 Magnitude Quake Strikes Pacific Ocean's Seismic "Ring of Fire"
A magnitude 6.0 earthquake struck the South Pacific Ocean, highlighting the active and dangerous seismic "Ring of Fire" belt.
5.3 Magnitude Quake Strikes Indonesia, Shallow Depth Raises Risk
A magnitude 5.3 earthquake struck Indonesia at a shallow depth of 10km, raising risks of stronger shaking and potential aftershocks.
Nepal's 1,000-Page Probe Report on Deadly Gen Z Protests Submitted
A 1,000-page probe into Nepal's deadly 2023 Gen Z protests, which toppled a government, cites poor governance and recommends action.
Nepal's Only Billionaire Binod Chaudhary Suffers Stunning Election Defeat
Nepal's sole billionaire Binod Chaudhary defeated in parliamentary polls by RSP's Bikram Khanal amid a wave of victories for the new party.
South Korea Fuel Prices Rise as Government Mulls Price Cap System
South Korea's gasoline and diesel prices rise moderately as the government reviews a price cap system amid Middle East conflict-driven energy concerns.
Gagan Thapa Defeated by Ex-Congressman in Nepal's Political Shakeup
Nepali Congress President Gagan Thapa suffers defeat to Amaresh Kumar Singh of Rastriya Swatantra Party in Sarlahi-4, signaling a major political shift.
Bangladesh Eyes US LNG Amid Qatar Supply Concerns, Industry Leader Says
Bangladesh could procure LNG from US firms as an alternative to Qatar amid fuel sector volatility and public panic, an industry leader states.
China Condemns US-Israel Iran Strikes, Warns Against "Law of the Jungle"
Chinese FM Wang Yi condemns US-Israeli strikes on Iran, calling for an immediate end to hostilities and a return to diplomatic negotiations.
Balen Shah Set to Become Nepal's PM After Stunning Election Victory
Former Kathmandu Mayor Balen Shah defeats ex-PM KP Sharma Oli in Jhapa-5, leading his RSP party to a majority and the premiership.
Rapper Balen Shah Defeats Ex-PM Oli in Nepal Election Upset
Rapper-turned-politician Balen Shah defeats former PM K P Sharma Oli in Nepal's parliamentary elections, signaling a major generational shift in politics.
Pakistan's 20% Fuel Price Hike Tightens Inflation Noose on Struggling Citizens
Pakistan hikes petrol and diesel prices by PKR 55 per litre, pushing inflation higher during Ramadan. Citizens describe a tightening economic noose.
Afghanistan Hunger Crisis Deepens as Border Clashes With Pakistan Intensify
WFP warns millions face acute hunger in Afghanistan as border conflict with Pakistan escalates, displacing thousands and crippling aid efforts.
Rapper-Turned-Mayor Balen Shah Defeats KP Oli, Set to Become Nepal's PM
Former rapper and Kathmandu Mayor Balendra Shah wins parliamentary seat, defeating ex-PM KP Sharma Oli. His RSP party secures a majority, making him the next Prime Minister.
Rapper Balen Shah Defeats Ex-PM Oli in Nepal's Historic Election Upset
Rapper-turned-politician Balen Shah defeats former PM KP Oli in Jhapa-5, leading his RSP party toward a supermajority and the premiership.
Pakistan's Widening Provincial Poverty Gap Deepens Regional Inequality Crisis
Poverty rises to 28.9% in Pakistan with stark gaps between provinces. Balochistan at 47% poverty vs. Punjab at 23.3%, fueling regional inequality.