India's southern leader Jayalalithaa dies, supporters grieve in streets
One of India's most popular politicians, Jayalalithaa Jayaraman, died on Monday following a massive cardiac arrest.
Mon Dec 05 2016
Crowds gather after Tamil Nadu leader suffers cardiac arrest
Jayalalithaa Jayaraman went into cardiac arrest on Sunday night, her condition deteriorating sharply after her admission with a severe respiratory ailment in September.
Mon Dec 05 2016
Indian Tamil leader Jayalalithaa cleared of corruption
One of India's most powerful and colourful politicians, Jayalalithaa Jayaram, was acquitted of corruption Monday, sparking celebrations by supporters.
Mon May 11 2015
India judge to rule on Tamil chief's conviction appeal
A judge will decide Monday whether to uphold a corruption conviction against Jayalalithaa Jayaram.
Mon May 11 2015
Ex-movie star and convicted politician still running her Indian state
Former Tamil Nadu chief minister Jayalalitha Jayaram who was convicted on corruption charges, continues doing her job from behind the police barricades in the palatial home.
Tue Feb 17 2015
Film industry stages fast to support jailed Indian leader
Southern India's film industry launched an eight-hour fast Tuesday to rally support for political leader Jayalalithaa Jayaram, who was jailed for four years.
Tue Sep 30 2014
India ex-film star politician holds crisis talks in jail
Tamil Nadi CM Jayalalithaa Jayaram, held crisis talks inside jail on Sunday after her conviction in a corruption case, an aide said.
Sun Sep 28 2014
Indian court convicts chief minister of graft
An Indian court on Saturday convicted Jayalalithaa Jayaram, a former film star turned powerful politician, in a corruption case that has dragged on for nearly two decades.
Sat Sep 27 2014
The scamdemic targeting the young and vulnerable
Teenagers and young adults are becoming prime targets for a new wave of cyber scams, a trend raising alarm bells across Southeast Asia.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Japanese manicurist takes on plastic pollution, one nail at a time
Before global leaders address plastic pollution, a Japanese manicurist highlights the issue by incorporating it into her nail designs.
Sat Nov 23 2024
What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration
Here's a timeline of events between now and inauguration day.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The battle to reduce road deaths
In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024