Malaysia to cut price of diesel nationwide from July

Malaysia will lower the price of diesel to RM2.10 ringgit (S$0.66) per litre nationwide.

As Indonesia’s capital approaches 500 years, Jakartans long for a seamless transit city

The Jakarta Development Planning Agency said preparations for the agglomeration are underway.

Australia sells advanced radar technology to Canada in record $1.7 billion deal

SYDNEY, June 22 - Australia said on Monday it will sell advanced radar technology capable of detecting long-range missiles to Canada under a A$2.5 billion ($1.75 billion) agreement, the country's largest-ever defence export deal.

Australian police seize record 2.7 tonnes of cocaine

It was the largest cocaine haul in Australian history.

Overseas apps send incorrect info about Japan weather, including ‘heavy snow warning’ in May

Overseas operators are now required to designate an agent in Japan when applying for a licence.

Police seize $572 million cocaine in Australia's biggest haul

SYDNEY, June 22 - Australian police seized a record 2,700 kg of cocaine hidden in underground bunkers at a property near Sydney, authorities said on Monday, in what they described as the country's largest-ever cocaine bust.

Elite student club leader in South Korea convicted of drug distribution

He has received a final 18-month prison sentence from the Supreme Court.

Jakarta’s 499th birthday gift to all, free public transportation, tourism spots

All Indonesians will be able to enjoy free public transportation.

Robot security guard reports for duty at KL’s bus terminal

Largest ever cocaine bust in Australia after police raid underground bunker

Police seized 2.7 tonnes of cocaine worth an estimated A$816m after searching a property in western Sydney.

Two South Korean-operated vessels passed through Strait of Hormuz after MOU signed

SEOUL, June 22 - Two vessels operated by South Korea passed through the Strait of Hormuz after the U.S. and Iran signed a memorandum of understanding on a ceasefire agreement last week, Seoul's Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries said on Monday.

US-Iran talks go into Day 2 after Trump threats, Hormuz closure

BUERGENSTOCK, Switzerland/DUBAI, June 22 - Iran-U.S. peace talks in Switzerland stretched into their second day on Monday, after a tense opening marked by Tehran's announcement it had again closed the Strait of Hormuz and U.S. President Donald Trump repeating his threats to

Why it’s nearly impossible to build a robot without China

China has been making and installing factory robots at a pace unmatched by any other country.

The BTS fans losing thousands as scammers cash in on comeback tour 'ticket war'

Elated to see BTS on the road again, but frustrated by competitive ticket wars, they have become easy targets.

While the world scrambles for oil, China sits on full tanks

The crude stockpiles held by the country’s state-owned energy companies remain nearly full.

KL folk can’t elect who runs the capital. This new minister is giving them a voice

KL along with surrounding Selangor is a key vote bank for Anwar's Pakatan Harapan, supplying a third of its MPs.

Bersama co-leader says party can compete ‘like a budget airline’, but could it disrupt Malaysian politics?

Party co-leader Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad tells CNA it is “just as good” as established parties, though analysts raise some questions on whether it could pose a credible challenge in Malaysia’s already crowded political scene.

Currency crash and visa crackdowns force Indian students to rethink studying abroad

A weaker rupee and tougher immigration rules are pushing Indian students away from popular destinations like the US and UK.

At least 6 workers die after gas leak at Tamil Nadu seafood plant

Around 120 migrant workers from Assam, Odisha and Jharkhand were present during the suspected leak.

Tight security as Indian students resit medical exam after alleged paper leak

Millions of candidates face biometric checks and frisking as air force deployed to secure exam papers.

Why hospitals in China, including Raffles Medical, are attracting more foreign patients

Foreign patients seek advanced treatments like CAR-T therapy, as well as dental services and TCM.

Japan PM Takaichi’s Cabinet support rate dips to 55.8%, lowest since she took office

Her Cabinet disapproval rate also rose 1.1 points to 27.9 per cent during the two-day survey.

Taiwan to stage five days of combat readiness drills

The exercise will run from June 22 to June 26, Taiwan's defence ministry said.

Hanoi to start construction of major rail project to boost public transport, urban growth

The Hanoi authorities intend to develop 18 urban rail lines with a total length of approximately 979km.

Scams targeting foreign nationals soar in South Korea amid K-culture tourism boom

Critics warn such crimes hurt South Korea’s cultural appeal amid rising international tourism.

‘Nothing to do with K-drama’: Malaysia agency on hiring ex-military personnel as college wardens

Proposals had been raised by various parties as early as 2023, well before a pilot project at two campuses in 2025.

Malaysian opposition alliance Perikatan Nasional to hold emergency meeting ahead of state polls

Perikatan membership is stated as the agenda item for the meeting.

Pakistan’s mango exports shrink as Middle East war impacts linger

Locals struggling with a spike in inflation from the Iran war are holding off on buying the fruit.

Tight security as India holds exam retest after leak scandal

The examination is scheduled to begin at 2.00pm local time

Debate growing over whether Seoul can afford free bus rides for senior citizens

Seoul already operates a semi-public bus system.

India tightens security as millions of medical student aspirants retake entrance exam after paper leak

India’s 2.2 million medical aspirants are retaking the entrance exam under heavy security after a paper leak sparked outrage, arrests and protests over exam fraud in the country.

US plans to curb the call centre industry. The Philippines, India are gearing up for a fight

The Philippines and India are two of the world’s largest call centre hubs, hiring millions.

What Indonesia’s finance chief really brought back from Beijing

When Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa landed in Beijing last week, the official agenda appeared straightforward: secure support for Indonesia’s first sovereign Panda Bond, deepen financial cooperation with China and strengthen investor confidence. By those measures, the

Afghan women struggle to run a business under Taliban

More than 10,000 Afghan women have business licenses – a tenfold increase in the past five years.

Apart from China, Asia isn’t afraid of a remilitarizing Japan

China is harping non-stop about resurging Japanese “militarism” – but almost nobody in the Asia-Pacific region is listening – or believes it. The more China blusters and warns of a dangerous Japan, the more ridiculous it looks and the better Japan appears by comparison. Make