Bangladeshi PM Sheikh Hasina resigns as widening unrest sees protesters storm her official residence Bangladeshi PM Sheikh Hasina resigns as widening unrest sees protesters storm her... Thousands of demonstrators stormed her official residence and other buildings associated with her party and family. Thousands of demonstrators stormed her official residence and other buildings associated with her party and family. World 05 Aug, 2024
Protests toppled Bangladesh's government and drove powerful PM into exile. How did they get here? Protests toppled Bangladesh's government and drove powerful PM into exile. How... The end to her 15 years in power came after weeks of violent unrest during which nearly 300 people died, according to local media reports. The end to her 15 years in power came after weeks of violent unrest during which nearly 300 people died, according to local media reports. World 05 Aug, 2024
Ukraine intensifies its long-range strikes, sinking a Russian submarine and striking an airfield Ukraine intensifies its long-range strikes, sinking a Russian submarine and striking... Ukraine struck a Russian Kilo-class submarine and an S-400 anti aircraft missile complex in the Moscow-occupied Crimean peninsula, according to a statement from the General Staff on Saturday. Ukraine struck a Russian Kilo-class submarine and an S-400 anti aircraft missile complex in the Moscow-occupied Crimean peninsula, according to a statement from the General Staff on Saturday. World 04 Aug, 2024
Violence in Bangladesh leaves 8 people dead, hundreds injured as protests continue Violence in Bangladesh leaves 8 people dead, hundreds injured as protests continue A new round of violence in Bangladesh left at least eight people dead and hundreds of others injured as student protesters clashed with police and ruling party activists on Sunday, officials and media reports said, as protests that began over a government jobs quota continued with demands for the resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. A new round of violence in Bangladesh left at least eight people dead and hundreds of others injured as student protesters clashed with police and ruling party activists on Sunday, officials and media reports said, as protests that began over a government jobs quota continued with demands for the resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. World 04 Aug, 2024
Strikes on Gaza kill 12 and stabbing in Israel kills 2 as fears of wider war spike Strikes on Gaza kill 12 and stabbing in Israel kills 2 as fears of wider war spike Israeli strikes early Sunday killed 12 people in Gaza, including four who were sheltering in a tent camp for displaced people inside a hospital complex, while a stabbing attack carried out by a Palestinian killed two people in a Tel Aviv suburb. Israeli strikes early Sunday killed 12 people in Gaza, including four who were sheltering in a tent camp for displaced people inside a hospital complex, while a stabbing attack carried out by a Palestinian killed two people in a Tel Aviv suburb. World 04 Aug, 2024
Israel-Hamas war latest: International calls for cease-fire grow after assassinations in the Mideast Israel-Hamas war latest: International calls for cease-fire grow after assassinations... Netanyahu has said his country was determined to win nothing less than “total victory” against Hamas. Netanyahu has said his country was determined to win nothing less than “total victory” against Hamas. World 02 Aug, 2024
New protests in Bangladesh keep the pressure on the government after 200 were killed in violence New protests in Bangladesh keep the pressure on the government after 200 were killed... The Supreme Court scaled back the veterans' quota to 5% but protests continued, something experts say reflects more widespread anger against the government and economic discontent. The Supreme Court scaled back the veterans' quota to 5% but protests continued, something experts say reflects more widespread anger against the government and economic discontent. World 02 Aug, 2024
Rain-related disasters have killed more than 200 in a deadly week across Asia Rain-related disasters have killed more than 200 in a deadly week across Asia In India and China, torrential rains have killed more than 200 people in the past week. Three others died in Pakistan. Widespread flooding has been reported in North Korea near the border with China with no word on whether anyone died. In India and China, torrential rains have killed more than 200 people in the past week. Three others died in Pakistan. Widespread flooding has been reported in North Korea near the border with China with no word on whether anyone died. World 02 Aug, 2024
Putin called him a patriot. But who is Vadim Krasikov, a Russian released in the mass prisoner swap? Putin called him a patriot. But who is Vadim Krasikov, a Russian released in the mass... Now Krasikov, 58, is being released by Germany, where he has been imprisoned for murder. Now Krasikov, 58, is being released by Germany, where he has been imprisoned for murder. World 01 Aug, 2024
Russian military begins 3rd round of drills to train troops in tactical nuclear weapons Russian military begins 3rd round of drills to train troops in tactical nuclear... The ministry said the drills are intended to maintain troops' readiness for combat missions. The ministry said the drills are intended to maintain troops' readiness for combat missions. World 01 Aug, 2024
Hopes of finding more survivors in the mud and debris wane after landslides in India kill 194 Hopes of finding more survivors in the mud and debris wane after landslides in India... Hopes of finding more than 180 missing people alive waned as rescue workers searched through mud and debris for a third day Thursday after landslides set off by torrential rains killed at least 194 people in southern India. Hopes of finding more than 180 missing people alive waned as rescue workers searched through mud and debris for a third day Thursday after landslides set off by torrential rains killed at least 194 people in southern India. World 01 Aug, 2024
Rescuers search through mud and debris as deaths rise to 151 in landslides in southern India Rescuers search through mud and debris as deaths rise to 151 in landslides in... Hundreds of rescue workers searched through mud and debris Wednesday from multiple landslides that have killed at least 151 people in southern India, police said. Hundreds of rescue workers searched through mud and debris Wednesday from multiple landslides that have killed at least 151 people in southern India, police said. World 31 Jul, 2024
Southeast Asia top diplomats condemn Myanmar violence, urge peaceful means to settle sea disputes Southeast Asia top diplomats condemn Myanmar violence, urge peaceful means to settle... ASEAN has been pushing a “five-point consensus” for peace, but the military leadership in Myanmar has so far ignored the plan, raising questions about the bloc’s efficiency and credibility. ASEAN has been pushing a “five-point consensus” for peace, but the military leadership in Myanmar has so far ignored the plan, raising questions about the bloc’s efficiency and credibility. World 30 Jul, 2024
US will send $1.7 billion in military aid to Ukraine US will send $1.7 billion in military aid to Ukraine The weapons and equipment provided through USAI will go through the contracting process and so won't get to the warfront for months or years. The weapons and equipment provided through USAI will go through the contracting process and so won't get to the warfront for months or years. World 30 Jul, 2024
Kamala Harris energizes South Asian voters, a growing force in key swing states Kamala Harris energizes South Asian voters, a growing force in key swing states Displaying the diversity within the growth, shops and brightly lit billboards advertise in Chinese, Korean, Spanish and Hindi. Displaying the diversity within the growth, shops and brightly lit billboards advertise in Chinese, Korean, Spanish and Hindi. World 30 Jul, 2024
Landslides caused by heavy rains kill 49 and bury many others in southern India Landslides caused by heavy rains kill 49 and bury many others in southern India Multiple landslides triggered by torrential rains in southern India have killed 49 people, and many others are feared trapped under the debris, officials said Tuesday, with rescue operations being hampered by bad weather. Multiple landslides triggered by torrential rains in southern India have killed 49 people, and many others are feared trapped under the debris, officials said Tuesday, with rescue operations being hampered by bad weather. World 30 Jul, 2024
Update: Landslides caused by heavy rains kill 24 and bury many others in southern India Update: Landslides caused by heavy rains kill 24 and bury many others in southern... Multiple landslides triggered by torrential rains in southern India have killed 24 people, and many others are feared trapped under the debris, officials said Tuesday, with rescue operations being hampered by bad weather. Multiple landslides triggered by torrential rains in southern India have killed 24 people, and many others are feared trapped under the debris, officials said Tuesday, with rescue operations being hampered by bad weather. World 30 Jul, 2024
Landslides caused by heavy rains kill 8 and bury many others in southern India Landslides caused by heavy rains kill 8 and bury many others in southern India Multiple landslides triggered by torrential rains in southern India have killed eight people, and many others are feared trapped under the debris, officials said. Multiple landslides triggered by torrential rains in southern India have killed eight people, and many others are feared trapped under the debris, officials said. World 30 Jul, 2024
Ukrainian troops say Russia has driven them out of 2 more eastern Donetsk villages Ukrainian troops say Russia has driven them out of 2 more eastern Donetsk villages Ukraine is significantly outgunned by Russia’s bigger army on the roughly 1,000-kilometer (600-mile) front line. Ukraine is significantly outgunned by Russia’s bigger army on the roughly 1,000-kilometer (600-mile) front line. World 29 Jul, 2024
Maduro is declared winner in Venezuela's presidential election as opposition claims it prevailed Maduro is declared winner in Venezuela's presidential election as opposition... Venezuela’s opposition claimed victory in Sunday’s presidential election, setting up a showdown with the government, which earlier declared President Nicolás Maduro the winner. Venezuela’s opposition claimed victory in Sunday’s presidential election, setting up a showdown with the government, which earlier declared President Nicolás Maduro the winner. World 29 Jul, 2024
Nepal Prime Minister Oli extends heartfelt wishes on Phagu Poornima Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has extended warm greetings and best wishes on the occasion of Phagu Poornima or Holi to all Nepalis living at home and abroad.
Nepal Security beefed up in Kathmandu Valley for Holi festival Security has been beefed up in Kathmandu Valley in view of Holi festival.
Nepal Holi being celebrated today Holi, one of the major festivals observed in Nepal, is being celebrated in the hilly parts of the country today. The festival of goodwill and harmony will be celebrated in the Tarai tomorrow.
Opinion Symmetry: The cipher is harmony Symmetry is not just a word; it is a concept like harmony. It not only attracts our visual sense; it also plays a major role in our sense of beauty.
Kathmandu PCN refuses to accept THT's response; Smacks of foul play and ulterior design The Press Council Nepal (PCN) has been consistently refusing to register The Himalayan Times' response to the council’s unilateral and draconian action against the daily for the last two days.
Kathmandu Unilateral draconian action against THT tarnishes PCN's credibility Nepal Media Society (NMS) has urged the Press Council Nepal (PCN) to withdraw its decision to take unilateral action against The Himalayan Times.
Kathmandu Lalitpur and Russia's Ulan-Ude establish sister city ties Sister city ties have been officially established between Lalitpur and Ulan-Ude, Russia.
World What is the International Criminal Court, which had former Philippine President Duterte arrested? The 79-year-old former president has become the first former Asian leader to be arrested by the global court.
Kathmandu Contempt of court charges against PM Oli dismissed A joint bench of Justices Hari Prasad Phunyal and Nityanand Pandey ruled today that the case lacked the necessary legal basis to proceed.
