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How South Asian workers land in modern slavery in the Middle East

How South Asian workers land in modern slavery in the Middle East

For thousands from India, Bangladesh, Nepal and other countries, shadowy recruiters and online slave markets turn dreams into nightmares.
Sat Sep 21 2024
South Asia faces extreme weather with heatwave in India, cyclone in Bangladesh

South Asia faces extreme weather with heatwave in India, cyclone in Bangladesh

Extreme temperatures throughout Asia last month were made worse most likely as a result of human-driven climate change.
Fri May 24 2024
Bangladesh, Pakistan and India bottom in air quality rankings in 2023, data shows

Bangladesh, Pakistan and India bottom in air quality rankings in 2023, data shows

Because of the climate conditions and geography (in South Asia), the pollution has nowhere to go, said Christi Chester Schroeder.
Tue Mar 19 2024
Why is South Asia the global hotspot of pollution?

Why is South Asia the global hotspot of pollution?

Experts say that the problem lies in a lack of coordination on pollution control efforts between the countries.
Mon Nov 13 2023
Nepal's mountains have lost one-third of their ice, UN chief says

Nepal's mountains have lost one-third of their ice, UN chief says

Climate scientists say warming across South Asia's Himalayas has been greater than the global averages.
Tue Oct 31 2023
AirAsia X expands medium-haul network to Northern India

AirAsia X expands medium-haul network to Northern India

Its CEO Benyamin Ismail said the restart of the route is part of the company's effort to strengthen AAX's position in South Asia.
Fri Jun 16 2023
Malaysia probes cases of migrant workers left jobless, without passports

Malaysia probes cases of migrant workers left jobless, without passports

Many took loans to pay recruitment fees, but are unable to start repaying them without jobs or salaries, Andy Hall said.
Thu Apr 20 2023
South Asia home to world's highest number of child brides - UN

South Asia home to world's highest number of child brides - UN

Study reveals that, many parents saw marriage as the best option for daughters who had limited options to study during COVID lockdowns.
Wed Apr 19 2023
Former Pakistani PM Imran Khan's party to hold protests after 'assassination attempt'

Former Pakistani PM Imran Khan's party to hold protests after 'assassination attempt'

Imran Khan said country-wide protests would be held on Friday as tensions remained high in the South Asian nation.
Fri Nov 04 2022
Millions in Bangladesh and India await relief after deadly flooding

Millions in Bangladesh and India await relief after deadly flooding

Heaviest rains in years killed at least 54 people across both South Asian nations, officials said.
Mon Jun 20 2022
India respects ASEAN way of doing things, says Saifuddin

India respects ASEAN way of doing things, says Saifuddin

India respects the ASEAN way of doing things, Malaysian Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin said as he highlighted the expanding relationship with the South Asian country.
Sun Jun 19 2022
Climate change boosted odds of recent deadly heat in India, Pakistan, scientists say

Climate change boosted odds of recent deadly heat in India, Pakistan, scientists say

South Asia's deadly heatwave in March and April was made 30 times more likely because of climate change, scientists reported.
Tue May 24 2022
Indonesia's flip-flops give Malaysia edge in top palm oil market India

Indonesia's flip-flops give Malaysia edge in top palm oil market India

The flip in Indian palm oil imports would upend an established pattern of Indonesian dominance across South Asia.
Wed May 11 2022
Sweet smell of Ramadan tempts as South Asia's Muslims fast

Sweet smell of Ramadan tempts as South Asia's Muslims fast

Islam is the second-largest religion in South Asia after Hinduism, and the region is home to around a third of the faith's adherents.
Tue Apr 05 2022
Chinese foreign minister to make surprise visit to India after clash two years ago - Source

Chinese foreign minister to make surprise visit to India after clash two years ago - Source

Wang Yi has attended a conference of the OIC in Pakistan this week and is set to also visit Nepal on Friday, as part of a tour of South Asia.
Wed Mar 23 2022
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025

ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025

An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives

Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives

The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar

Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar

The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo

What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo

Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Govt allocates RM470 mil to empower women's participation in PMKS

Budget 2025: Govt allocates RM470 mil to empower women's participation in PMKS

The Women's Leadership Apprenticeship Program will be intensified as an effort to produce more female corporate personalities.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Israel sends more troops into north Gaza, deepens raid

Israel sends more troops into north Gaza, deepens raid

Residents of Jabalia in northern Gaza said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp, using heavy air and ground fire.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration

Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration

Prabowo Subianto will be sworn in as Indonesia's president on Sunday with Vice President-elect, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, also taking office.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods

Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods

Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM

Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM

Sabah and Sarawak continues to be prioritised under Budget 2025, with allocations of RM6.7 billion and RM5.9 billion respectively.
Fri Oct 18 2024
NFOF will be operational in November 2024 with funding of RM1 bil

NFOF will be operational in November 2024 with funding of RM1 bil

PM Anwar Ibrahim said NFOF will support venture capital fund managers to invest in startup companies with RM300 million set aside for 2025.
Fri Oct 18 2024