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Amir Daftari

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Several killed in stampede at religious gathering of 100 million pilgrims

Between 90 to 100 million pilgrims had congregated to take ritual baths in sacred rivers at a festival in northern India.

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Court denies Bail for Hindu leader amid sedition charges

Krishna Das Prabhu, 39, is accused of leading huge rallies against Bangladesh's government and demanding better security for minority groups.

02.01.2025 4

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US firms could help build up Vietnam armed forces amid China disputes

U.S. Ambassador Mark Knapper emphasized America's commitment to supporting Vietnam's defense needs across land, sea, air, and cyberspace.

19.12.2024 8

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South Korea's Yoon vows to fight to the end

The president's statement came just hours before the main opposition party submitted a new impeachment motion against him.

12.12.2024 4

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American kidnapped in Philippines is feared dead

Elliot Onil Eastman, 26, from Vermont, was allegedly shot twice with an M16 rifle by kidnappers posing as police officers.

05.12.2024 10

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VP Sara Duterte faces impeachment, allegedly threatened president

Duterte is accused of violating The Philippine's Constitution, betrayal of public trust, making death threats and other "high crimes."

02.12.2024 3

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Worst November snowstorm in 52 years grounds flights

The unseasonal storm has caused significant disruptions in South Korea, grounding at least 220 flights and delaying others at airports nationwide.

27.11.2024 4

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Adani Group shares tumble 20% after US bribery indictment

Gautam Adani, one of Asia's richest men, is accused of paying millions to Indian government officials to get solar energy contracts.

21.11.2024 3

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China's South China Sea claims dominate ASEAN defense ministers' meet

Many Southeast Asian nations are looking for assurances from the U.S. before President-elect Donald Trump's return to power in January.

20.11.2024 2

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Delhi shrouded in crippling smog, schools shut: 'Apocalyptic'

In several areas, pollution levels were more than 50 times higher than the World Health Organization's recommended safe limit.

18.11.2024 10

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Sri Lanka votes in election for Marxist-leaning president's agenda

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake's promise to hold corrupt officials accountable has fueled his public support.

14.11.2024 1

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Storm kills dozens, leaves people stranded on rooftops amid destruction

Tropical Storm Trami, also known as Kristine, brings severe flooding and landslides to the Philippines.

24.10.2024 2

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Police clash with students protesting alleged on-campus rape

Tensions have been high on college campuses in Pakistan as reports about an alleged rape in the city of Lahore went viral.

17.10.2024 1

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Typhoon Krathon batters Taiwan leaving 9 dead in hospital fire

Soldiers from a nearby base were mobilized to aid medical workers and firefighters in the evacuation of patients.

03.10.2024 10

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Flooding kills 193 in Nepal with capital Kathmandu cut off

Rescue teams, including police and soldiers, have been deployed across the country to assist those in need.

30.09.2024 3

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