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Top 10 richest people in Asia: TikTok founder overtakes Mukesh Ambani to become second-richest; check who is at #1

June 04, 2026 10:43 am

Top 10 richest people in Asia: According to the new Bloomberg Billionaires Index, Gautam Adani remains Asia’s wealthiest person with a fortune of $117.4 billion.

Daily Briefing: Modi calls for economic caution amid West Asia crisis; Vijay begins bold Tamil Nadu reset

May 11, 2026 9:57 am

In today's edition: India's AI warfare push, Idea Exchange with Kerala Leader of Opposition V D Satheesan, and more

Oldest hominin fossils in East Asia found to be nearly 1.8 million years old

February 20, 2026 8:55 am

Fresh dating of Homo Erectus fossils suggests ancient humans reached East Asia far earlier than once believed.

US V-P Vance to meet Danish and Greenlandic officials in Washington amid Trump's threats

January 14, 2026 4:50 pm

Greenland is at the center of a geopolitical storm as U.S. President Donald Trump is insisting he wants to own the island — and the residents of its capital Nuuk say it is not for sale.

Top 10 Asia's happiest cities in 2025: Indian city takes #1 spot

November 11, 2025 6:50 pm

Top 10 happiest cities in Asia 2025 list: participants of the survey rated their cities based on several aspects that affect daily life, culture, nightlife, food, and overall quality of life, along with how happy and positive they feel living there.

‘Extremely wealthy region’: Trump hosts Central Asian leaders at White House to expand critical mineral partnerships

November 07, 2025 10:31 am

“One of the key items on our agenda is critical minerals,” Trump said at the start of the talks.

Amid rising US-China Competition in Southeast Asia, India’s Act East policy faces new dynamics

November 04, 2025 6:04 pm

The US engagement in the region through aid, security cooperation, and infrastructure initiatives can complement India’s efforts to promote connectivity and stability in the Bay of Bengal and Indo-Myanmar frontier. US involvement may also help counterbalance China’s expanding influence in the region, indirectly supporting India’s long-term strategic goals

'America First' Trump loved hanging out with the global elite during his Asia trip

October 31, 2025 5:26 am

For a leader who once used the word “globalist” as an insult, Trump seems to be enjoying a more international role, relishing the deal-making, the ceremonial honours, and the praise from fellow leaders.

C Raja Mohan writes: When Trump meets Xi, will a new global order emerge?

October 30, 2025 7:18 am

The so-called ‘global peace plan’ is unlikely to contain binding commitments or operational timelines. Rather, it will serve as a political document projecting the shared responsibility of Washington and Beijing for global stability

Amid US shutdown, Trump begins Asia tour ahead of key meeting with Xi

October 25, 2025 11:00 am

Trump’s first destination is Kuala Lumpur, where he will attend the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) summit.

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Under-the-radar national parks you need to visit

April 07, 2026 12:00 pm

While parks like Ranthambore (India) or Khao Yoke (Thailand) get the headlines, the "surprising destinations" often provide a more intimate connection with nature.

Asia's 10 best beaches for 2018; see pics

February 25, 2018 10:11 pm

The travel website TripAdvisor is out with its annual awards for the top 10 beaches in Asia for the year 2018. So if you are already planning your summer vacation, then grab a notepad and start jotting down the names of these beautiful beaches. You might just find what you like.

ASIA VIDEOS

Delhi: Fire breaks out in Ansal towers

February 22, 2016 10:22 am

New Delhi, Feb 22 (ANI): A fire broke out in Asia’s largest computer spare parts market, Nehru Place, in Delhi on Monday morning. Six fire tenders rushed to the spot to douse off the fire. No casualty has been reported so far. Police and fire tenders are conducting dousing off operation.

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