Nepal’s new PM says will only serve for 6 months, urges 'cooperation' after deadly protests
Pacific Asia • Sep 14, 2025, 8:33 AM
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Nepal’s first female prime minister, Sushila Karki, took office on Sunday and vowed to only stay in the role for the next six months. She replaces Khadga Prasad Oli, who was forced to resign and flee his official residence amid violent youth protests over corruption. “We have to work according to the thinking of the Gen Z generation,” Karki said.
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Modi’s reaction to protests in India’s Ladakh may alienate a vital community
Pacific Asia • 6:12 PM
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The geopolitically sensitive region of Ladakh in northern India recently experienced an unusual wave of anger after four civilians were killed in a protest by police, and a popular environmental activist was arrested. The discontentment in this fragile t
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US to deport hundreds of Iranians after deal with Tehran, Iranian official says
Pacific Asia • 9:15 AM
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The United States is set to deport around 400 Iranians, most of whom entered the country illegally, an Iranian official said Tuesday. The first group of 120 is expected to arrive this week, following months of bilateral discussions.
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UN calls on Taliban to restore internet in Afghanistan after telecoms blackout
Pacific Asia • 4:51 AM
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The United Nations called on the Taliban to restore internet and telecommunications access across Afghanistan on Tuesday, saying an imposed nationwide blackout "risks inflicting significant harm on the Afghan people". The blackout, part of the Taliban’s
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