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Penang Mutiara LRT big works to begin end-2025, full rollout still on track for 2031

GEORGE TOWN, April 25 -- Big scale construction works on the Mutiara LRT line in Penang will start in the fourth quarter of next year, according to MRT Corp Chief Executive Officer Datuk Mohd Zarif Mo... Read More


For a citizen-responsive House, e-Parliament is crucial: Speakers

Dhaka, April 25 -- Speakers at an inception workshop on the e-Parliament Feasibility Study emphasised the need for digital transformation to ensure a more inclusive, transparent, and citizen-responsiv... Read More


Rana Plaza collapse: Can disaster aid worth billions be traced?

Dhaka, April 25 -- Twelve years have passed since the collapse of the Rana Plaza building in Savar shocked Bangladesh and the world. On that tragic day-Apr 24, 2013-more than 1,100 lives were lost, an... Read More


Sanguem House Destroyed in Devastating Cylinder Blast

Goa, April 25 -- A devastating fire broke out late at night at the residence of Mrs. Rohidas Gonkar in Velipwada, Sanguem, caused by a gas cylinder explosion. The fire rapidly spread, completely destr... Read More


Nextiva launches innovation hub in Bengaluru, plans to hire 150 employees in India

New Delhi, April 25 -- Customer experience solutions provider Nextiva has launched a new innovation hub in Bengaluru. This 35,000-square-foot office will be the company's largest facility outside of t... Read More


Bestway International launches 300 million USD plant in Can Tho city

Can Tho, April 25 -- Chinese group Bestway International has launched a 300 million USD investment project in Can Tho city, signaling a significant boost in large-scale foreign investment for the Meko... Read More


Why global diversification is more than a buzzword for Indian investors

New Delhi, April 25 -- As the world economy enters a phase of volatility, Indian investors are increasingly questioning the wisdom of keeping their portfolios confined to domestic markets. The Mumbai ... Read More


Hue heats up for tourism surge during national reunification - May Day break

Hue, April 25 -- The central city of Hue, which was once Vietnam's imperial capital, is set to become a magnet for holidaymakers during the upcoming national reunification-May Day holidays from April ... Read More


From scenic views to cultural showcases: Why Sekinchan is the perfect weekend escape with Malaysia's first paddy field festival

KUALA LUMPUR, April 25 -- If you're planning to take the family out for some unwinding from the bustling city life this weekend, you might be in for a treat. Malaysia will be holding its very first p... Read More


World Bank forecasts Vietnam's GDP growth at 5.8% in 2025

Hanoi, April 25 -- Vietnam's gross domestic product (GDP) growth is forecast to moderate to 5.8% in 2025 due to increased trade policy uncertainty, according to the World Bank (WB)'s latest East Asia ... Read More