| Gilani to travel to Qatar over Taliban office set up talks Pakistan Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani will travel to Qatar on Monday for talks on the Taliban's plans to set up a representative office in the Gulf state, Pakistani officials have said. ... | |
| US congressmen want US citizenship for Pak doc who aided CIA to track Osama A group of congressmen has sought the US citizenship for jailed Pakistani doctor Shakeel Afridi, who helped the CIA track down and kill former al-Qaeda chief Osama bin Laden last year in his... |
| Imran Khan planning to discuss "grave concern" Balochistan issue with leaders Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) chairman Imran Khan has said the Balochistan issue is a "grave concern", adding that he is planning to talk to Baloch leaders - even those in exile over the issue. ... |
| Clarke says Oz deserves to be ODI favourites ahead of triangular series against India, Sri Lanka Australian captain Michael Clarke has said his team deserves to be regarded as favourites, ahead of the triangular one-day series against Sri Lanka and India.
"We're the No. 1 one-day team in the... |
| Zardari says Pak will extend 'political-moral support' to settle Kashmir issue peacefully Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari has assured that his government would continue to extend its fullest political, moral and diplomatic support to the Kashmiris to help settle the Kashmir dispute... |
| JUI-F chief urges India, Pakistan to resolve Kashmir issue through dialogue Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (Fazl) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman has urged India to withdraw its 'unfinished agenda' in Kashmir, and to renew talks with Pakistan afresh to resolve the decades old dispute. ... |
| India and Bangladesh foster cultural diplomacy through Agartala film festival India and Bangladesh are holding a special three-day film festival titled-'Bangladesh War of Liberation in Celluloid' here to promote cultural diplomacy bilaterally.
The Directorate of Film Festival... |
| Bangladesh-based author's book released with much fanfare in Delhi Bangladesh High Commissioner Tariq Ahmed Karim and the president of Indian Council for Cultural Relations, Dr. Karan Singh, released Dhaka-based author Anisul Hoque's latest book here on Saturday... |
 Housing construction in India to rocket over next few yearsOver 500 million Indians will need new homes in almost a decade, close to the needs of China, North America and Western Europe put together, as the government and urban local bodies focus more on... |
| Asian stocks rise after US unemployment falls BANGKOK -; Asian stock markets climbed Monday after U.S. unemployment fell to its lowest in three years, suggesting a stronger recovery in the world's No. 1 economy that could benefit the... |
| UN envoy says Myanmar should admit to rights violations YANGON (REUTERS) - A top United Nations envoy warned Myanmar on Sunday not to backtrack on its ongoing reform programme and said the civilian government should acknowledge its past human rights... |
| 12 Pakistani national held from Haraminala Palanpur, Feb 5 : Twelve Pakistani nationals were held along their two boats from the Harami Nala area off Kutch district near Indo-Pak border, BSF officials said... |
| Historical Generational Trauma Haunt Vietnamese Seniors in US Editor’s Note: The Vietnam War continues in the depression of many Vietnamese seniors decades after moving to the U.S. Part 2 of series. Read Part... |
| Asia Markets: Asian shares climb after U.S. data SYDNEY (MarketWatch) -- Asian shares climbed on Monday, with commodity and exporters outperforming after data indicated that the U.S. economy is... |
| Outrage as China, Russia veto UN move on Syria Outrage grew on Sunday after Russia and China blocked a UN Security Council resolution condemning Syria for its crackdown on protests, with the opposition saying it handed the regime a "licence... |
| McCain ruffles Beijing with talk of Chinese Arab Spring US Senator John McCain warned China's vice Foreign minister Zhang Zhijun on Saturday that "the Arab Spring is coming to China" and highlighted the number of Tibetans burning... |
| Burma's ambitious Dawei project faces uncertainty Dusty roads and makeshift offices are the only hints of the ambitious $50 billion project slated for the thick jungles near Myanmar's southern city of Dawei, billed by its developers as the... |
| Burma's Karen rebels say ceasefire 'fragile' One of Myanmar's most prominent rebel groups on Saturday warned a ceasefire deal seen as a breakthrough in relations with the regime was "fragile", as ethnic unrest continues to cast a... |
| Diplomat Says Pakistan Will Retaliate if Israel Attacks Iran Infowars.com February 5, 2012 A diplomat based in Islamabad said on Sunday that an Israeli attack on Iran would force Pakistan to support a Iranian response, according to the Israeli... |
| SE Asia goes slow on nuclear? After the 1986 Chernobyl nuclear disaster, Vietnam suspended its nuclear plans and waited for more than a decade before reviving them. But Vietnam was undeterred by last year's Fukushima nuclear... |
| In Burma, Karen rebels deny signing a cease-fire When Myanmar announced a cease-fire last month with one of the country's most prominent rebel groups, images of longstanding enemies shaking hands across a table were beamed around the globe and... |
| Singapore Faces Growing Pains as Setbacks Pile Up Senior officials arrested in a corruption investigation. Subway commuters trapped underground without light or proper ventilation. Flooded roads in the financial district. It may sound like Indonesia... |
| Royalties at Maulidur Rasul event His Majesty the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam (R) and His Royal Highness Prince Haji Al-Muhtadee Billah, the Crown Prince and Senior Minister at the Prime Minister's Office... |
| Vendors happy with high foot traffic at first fruit festival VENDORS at the first Fruit Festival at the Waterfront have expressed satisfaction and are encouraged by the visitors flow since the start of the five-day... |
| Women's congregation marks Maulidur Rasul Some of the female participants at the Maulidur Rasul celebration for women in Temburong district at the Community Hall Complex, in Bangar Town. Picture: BT/ Rasidah... |
| Traditional fervour marks procession ), reminded him of his childhood years."It's become part of our culture and tradition that needs to be preserved," he said, adding that the 4.3km procession was a good way to stay fit... |
| Malaysia's Agong asks Muslims to emulate Prophet Yang di-Pertuan Agong, Tuanku Abdul Halim Mu'adzam Shah (R), with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak at the Maulidur Rasul celebrations at the Masjid Putra, Putrajaya, yesterday. Picture:... |
| HM leads Maulidur Rasul march His Majesty the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam (3rd R), accompanied by HRH Prince Hj Al-Muhtadee Billah (4th R), the Crown Prince and Senior Minister at the Prime Minister's... |
| UBD Students To Teach English In S Thailand Bandar Seri Begawan - Going out of their comfort zone, nine Universiti Brunei Darussalam students have left the country on Saturday to embark on a journey to impart their knowledge of English and... |
| Brunei Students Hold Dikir In UK Bandar Seri Begawan - In conjunction with the birthday celebration of Prophet Muhammad (pbuh), Bruneian students residing in Reading, United Kingdom yesterday held a 'Dikir' recitation... |
| PM to review work on flood 'trail' Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra will visit provinces on the flood "trail" next week to inspect the progress of flood-prevention measures, PM's Office Minister Nivatthamrong... |
| Teachers 'should be assessed by pupils' Children should rate performances of masters in classes, newminister says New Education Minister Suchart Tadathamrongvech sees teachers as service providers in the education industry who should be... |
| Pakistan vows to help peace efforts in Afghanistan Pakistan will support every effort to promote reconciliation in Afghanistan, a senior government official said ahead of Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani's visit to Qatar Monday to discuss peace... |
| Exile-run news agency plans to open Myanmar office Yangon (dpa) – The Myanmar exile-run Mizzima News Agency is preparing to open a branch office in Yangon, reports said Sunday. ';If the government allowed us we could open it straight away... |
| Pratt victorious in Burma Open play-off Australia's Kieran Pratt won his first Asian Tour title at the Burma Open on Sunday with a birdie on the second play-off hole after the regulation four rounds ended in a three-way... |
| Manulife Philippines Celebrates 105 Years MANILA, Philippines - Manulife Philippines recently celebrated its 105th annitversary – in the same year that its global parent, Manulife Financial Corporation, marks its 125th anniversary. On... |
| Weak Asian Jet Fuel Outlook Sees Airlines Cutting On Hedging SINGAPORE (Reuters) – Weakness in Asian prices of jet fuel in the fourth quarter, normally a peak demand period, looks set to persist through 2012 on a dip in air travel caused by Europe's... |
| Last Day of Brunei Salebration True to its name, Brunei Salebration has spoiled the consumers with choices and nation-wide special bargains and give-aways on specific furniture items and electronics. Today, RTB made their way into... |
| New plant in Malaysia threatens China grip on rare earths GEBENG, Malaysia--China's chokehold on the rare earths vital for everything from iPads to missiles is widely expected to end soon, thanks in large part to a contentious new plant in... |
| Nepal confirms outbreak of bird flu Kathmandu (dpa) – Authorities in Nepal were preparing Sunday to cull hundreds of poultry after the government confirmed the outbreak of bird flu in the eastern region of the country. A... |
| Cricket: Pakistan set England 324 to win England faces a tough run chase of 324 to win the third and final test after Azhar Ali scored a career-best 157 for Pakistan on Sunday. England needs another 288 runs in its second innings after... |
| Pakistani Soldier Killed In Battle To Control Taliban Route The government in Islamabad says a military convoy struck a roadside bomb in northwestern Pakistan on February 5, killing one soldier. Another 12 Pakistani soldiers were injured when militants... |
| PM to review flood-prevention measures Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra will visit provinces on the flood "trail" next week to inspect the progress of flood-prevention measures, PM's Office Minister Nivatthamrong... |
| Thammasat University to review Nitirat ban Board is not seeking to restrict academic freedom, rector insists After receiving strong criticism, Thammasat University's executive board will next week review its resolution to ban... |
| BOT likely to cut policy rate in March Another policy rate cut is expected at the next meeting of the Bank of Thailand's Monetary Policy Committee in March, given the external risks in Europe and the United States. There are some... |
| Teachers service providers: Suchart New Education Minister Suchart Tadathamrongvech sees teachers as service providers in the education industry who should be subjected to performance appraisals by their students. "As... |
| DSI looking into murder, land tie up The Department of Special Investigation (DSI) has stepped up a probe into a land-encroachment case in Ratchaburi linked to a high-profile murder allegedly ordered by the father of a Cabinet member in... |
| Cairns at risk of losing Singapore air link INTERNATIONAL tourism in Cairns is at risk of a critical blow, as Jetstar threatens to scrap a vital service to Singapore because of laws that would make the route too costly to... |
| New to Pakistan's Taliban-heavy tribal areas: political campaigns Pakistani President Zardari lifted a 64-year ban on political party activity in the federally administered tribal areas, saying the reforms would help defeat the 'militant mindset'... |
| Myanmar poll a 'key test' of reform: UN envoy YANGON (AFP) - A top United Nations envoy on Sunday hailed dramatic changes in Myanmar but said by-elections would be a "key test" of the army-backed regime's commitment to reform.UN... |
