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Efforts to facilitate talks between US, Iran ongoing, Pakistani sources say
April 7 - Efforts to facilitate talks between the U.S. and Iran are still ongoing, two Pakistani sources with knowledge of the discussions told Reuters on Tuesday, as U.S. strikes on Iran intensified and President Donald Trump's deadline to unleash \"hell\" neared. One of the
US diverts JASSM-ER missiles to Iran, risking deterrence vs China
The US decision to shift its most advanced long-range cruise missiles to the Iran war is exposing a growing strain on its global strike posture as high-end munitions are pulled from other theaters. The US is committing nearly its entire stock of stealthy long-range JASSM-ER
Kazakhstan says CPC oil exports via Black Sea stable after Russia reports an attack
ASTANA, April 7 - Oil shipments via the Caspian Pipeline Consortium are stable, Kazakhstan's energy ministry said on Tuesday after Russia's military accused Ukraine of damaging loading facilities belonging to the group in the Black Sea.
Concerns over ASEAN’s effectiveness, though it’s seen as proactive in Thailand-Cambodia clash: Survey
Over a third of South-east Asian opinion leaders saw the grouping as “slow and ineffective” in the poll.
Bangkok’s cooling centres draw 59k visitors in two weeks amid extreme heat
A further 272 heat relief points have been set up in public parks.
India’s sugar, edible oil demand drops as commercial gas shortages hit restaurants
India’s edible oil imports fell nearly 9 per cent in March from the previous month.
Vietnam's leader To Lam strengthens power in unanimous assembly vote
Vietnam's communist party chief is now also the country's president - an unusual concentration of power.
Malaysia announces measures to address supply disruptions amid energy crunch
The government has warned that Malaysia only has enough energy supplies until the end of May.
Three unconscious, one missing after scaffolding at worksite near Tokyo collapses
Th.e authorities said five people were caught up in the accident during crane demolition work at the portside complex.
The church behind Hegseth’s crusading religious rhetoric
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s conservative evangelical religious beliefs drew attention even before his confirmation hearings in January 2025. He is a member of the Communion of Reformed Evangelical Churches – CREC – whose beliefs have been influenced by a 20th-century
At least two dead in gunfight outside Israeli consulate in Istanbul
ISTANBUL, April 7 - At least two attackers were killed and one was seriously injured in an extended gun battle between police and assailants directly outside the building housing the Israeli consulate in Istanbul on Tuesday, according to media reports and Reuters video.
Air India CEO steps down early as losses mount
Wilson, whose term was set to end in 2027, will remain CEO and MD until a successor is appointed.
Once-unthinkable 200 yen coming into market view
TOKYO — The Japanese capital is seeing a bull market in deja vu as policymakers man the battle stations against speculators dumping the yen. With the Japanese currency on the verge of slipping to the psychologically important 160 to the dollar level, Ministry of Finance
Sri Lanka unveils $410 million subsidy to offset energy costs
Cash grants would be paid directly to thousands of fishermen and rice and tea farmers.
High fuel costs due to Iran war forcing Philippine farmers to abandon harvests
Buyers are pulling out as a result of weak demand and surging costs.
Over 100 nabbed in Cambodia casino scam bust; replica Japanese police station found in separate raid
The commission revoked casino licence No. 325, which was granted on November 19, 2025.
Friction to fracture: Iran war breaks Indonesia-Iran ties
Iran’s detention of two Indonesian oil tankers, the VLCC Pertamina Pride and the PIS Gamsunoro, marked a nadir in bilateral relations long regarded as strategically aligned. While neighboring states such as Malaysia and Thailand secured priority clearance through the Strait of
Heatwave in Malaysia: Critical hot spots under control with continuous monitoring, says DPM Zahid
He said there are minor fire-related hot spots, but they are very limited.
Nap like a pro: Sleeping contest at Seoul’s Han River park returns in May
About 170 participants will be chosen through an application process.
Indonesia baby trafficking trial begins for 19 people accused of sending at least 10 newborns to Singapore
The 10 were sold for as much as S$18,000 (US$14,000) each and were among at least 34 babies that were allegedly trafficked by the accused persons.
Nepal vows action against trekker rescue scam
Police say some operators have for years orchestrated fraudulent evacuations for insurance payouts.
Thai police seize 1,600kg of drugs hidden under cabbages
The drug trafficking charges carry a maximum sentence of 15 years to life in prison.
Indonesian couple get 100 lashes each for sex outside marriage
They were caned in a public park with dozens of people watching.
Nine policemen in India found guilty of murdering father and son in custody
The victims were arrested for allegedly keeping their shop open beyond permitted hours during the pandemic.
Chinese pigs fed new menu as Beijing weans farmers off US soya beans
Beijing is moving faster than previously thought to deploy new tech for and promote fermented feed.
India's top court hears challenges to ruling on women's entry into temple
Experts say the court's decision will have far-reaching consequences for women's religious freedoms in India.
Shorter petrol station operating hours among fuel-saving measures being prepped in Thailand
Thailand is eyeing measures to ensure the country retains sufficient oil for domestic use.
Part of Jakarta airport terminal’s ceiling caves in after heavy rain
The disruption lasted about five minutes and did not impact flight services.
BNP reform betrayal brewing in Bangladesh
The deliberate lapse of major reform ordinances in Bangladesh may be packaged as procedural housekeeping, but what is unfolding under the newly elected Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) government is essentially the dismantling of hard-won reforms meant to prevent the very
First of 7 stranded Malaysian vessels safely transits Strait of Hormuz, says foreign ministry
CNA has reached out to Malaysia’s foreign ministry on the status of the other six ships. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said on Tuesday (Apr 7) that Malaysia's energy supply is expected to be sufficient at least until June this year.
Taiwan opposition leader in China: What you need to know
KMT chairwoman Cheng Li-wun sees her visit as laying the foundation for “peace and stability” with Beijing.
Two S’poreans fined $319 each, given community service orders for littering in JB
The two men disposed cigarette butts in a public area instead of designated bins.
Malaysia border laws to apply in designated areas of Singapore’s RTS Link station under proposed law
Malaysian preclearance officers will have certain protections and immunities when performing official duties in Singapore, under a proposed law facilitating operations on the new Johor Bahru-Singapore Rapid Transit System Link.
Indonesia charges 19 over alleged baby trafficking ring that sent infants to Singapore
An indictment said that some 34 babies were trafficked, with recruiters sourcing infants from vulnerable families.
Taiwan opposition leader visits China for expected meeting with Xi Jinping
Cheng Li-wun said she "gladly accepted" Xi Jinping's invitation and hopes to be a "bridge for peace".
Israel isn’t just responding to threats – it’s reshaping the Mideast
Discussions about Israel’s role in the Middle East still revolve around threats and responses. Yet recent developments suggest that Israel isn’t only reacting to events, but is increasingly shaping the conditions in which they occur. This involves both direct interventions that
Untimely cold snap to grip South Korea with heavy rain forecast
Morning temperatures in major cities remained below 10 deg C as at 8am on April 7.
China targets Taiwan’s chip prowess to evade global ‘containment’, Taipei says
Taiwan also faces ongoing Chinese military pressure.
China returns as S-E Asia’s preferred superpower as fears grow over Trump’s policies: ISEAS survey
52 per cent of ASEAN opinion-makers and thought leaders surveyed would pick to align with China.
How Iran wins the war on its own terms
Iran has experienced meaningful attrition in a war it entered already weakened by international sanctions and a five-year drought. These operating constraints nevertheless leave Iran with a rare window of opportunity to realize a postwar reality that leaves it in a relatively
Japan PM says call with Iranian president being 'arranged'
This comes after Japan's Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi spoke by phone with his Iranian counterpart, Abbas Araghchi.
Iran defiant on eve of Trump's ceasefire deadline
DUBAI/WASHINGTON, April 7 - Iran and Israel traded attacks on Tuesday as Tehran defiantly refused to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and accept a ceasefire deal on the eve of a deadline set by U.S. President Donald Trump to agree to his demands or get \"taken out.\"
India moves closer to nuclear fuel self-reliance
India has plans to expand nuclear power capacity from its current eight to 100 gigawatts by 2047.
Cambodian deported by US faced ‘misery’ in Eswatini prison
Eswatini, formerly known as Swaziland, agreed to accept up to 160 deportees in exchange for around $6.6 million.