India security chief heads to Beijing for Himalayan border talks ahead of BRICS summit

India security chief heads to Beijing for Himalayan border talks ahead of BRICS summit

India’s National Security Advisor Ajit Doval has arrived in Beijing for a two-day visit focused on the long-running India-China Himalayan border dispute, as both countries continue efforts to stabilize relations ahead of the upcoming BRICS summit in New Delhi. Doval, who serves as India’s Special Representative for the India-China Boundary Question, is scheduled to hold […]

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Iran warns countries joining US ‘economic war’ they could be treated as enemies

Iran warns countries joining US ‘economic war’ they could be treated as enemies

Iran has issued a sharp warning to countries considering joining the United States in imposing economic pressure on Tehran, saying nations that participate could be treated as enemies. The warning comes as Washington continues efforts to isolate Iran’s economy amid the escalating conflict between the two countries. US President Donald Trump’s administration has been urging […]

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Bangladesh’s gas crisis is shutting factories, disrupting power and putting livelihoods at risk

Bangladesh’s gas crisis is shutting factories, disrupting power and putting livelihoods at risk

Bangladesh is facing a deepening natural gas crisis that is hitting factories, workers, households and the country’s energy security, with industries forced to reduce production or shut down as gas supplies continue to fall short. One of the clearest examples can be seen at the Ashuganj fertiliser factory, where once-busy machinery has remained silent since […]

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Malaysia's international students contribute rm20 billion annually to the economy, emgs says

Malaysia’s international students contribute rm20 billion annually to the economy, emgs says

Malaysia’s international education sector is becoming more than a pathway for global students to earn a qualification. It is also making a significant contribution to the country’s economy, supporting universities, local businesses and communities along the way. Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS) chief executive officer Novie Tajuddin said Malaysia’s approximately 167,000 international students currently contribute […]

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Rapid KL extends train and bus services for Merdeka Eve and National Day 2026

Rapid KL extends train and bus services for Merdeka Eve and National Day 2026

KUALA LUMPUR: As Malaysia prepares to celebrate Merdeka Eve and National Day 2026, Rapid KL is extending selected public transport services to help thousands of Malaysians travel safely and conveniently to celebration venues. Selected Rapid KL rail and bus services will operate around the clock on August 30 and 31, supporting public movement during one […]

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