Asia Brunei A free legal clinic on civil and criminal matters will be open today at the Law and Subordinate Courts Building, Jalan Raja Isteri Pengiran Anak Saleha, Batu Satu; organised by the Law Society it will provide free advice to those with limited income
Asia Kuwait On World Autism Awareness Day Minister of Social Affairs, Family and Childhood reaffirmed Kuwait’s dedication to securing the rights of individuals with autism, enhancing their abilities, integrating them into society and giving robust support to families
Asia Oman The Telecom Regulatory Authority, following a Royal Decree of June 2023, granted approval to Starlink Muscat to offer broadband internet services in Oman using satellite communication systems, an opportunity for connecting regions with challenging terrain
Asia Tajikistan In accordance with the decree "On Amnesty" announced on the occasion of the international holiday of Nowruz, 200 prisoners were released; in total, the presidential decree provides for the pardon of of 897 individuals, who will be released in stages
Asia Georgia Amendments to the Broadcasting Law have been passed; new regulations tighten oversight measures for radio and television broadcasters; amendments were justified as setting stricter guidelines on reporting accuracy, fairness and the protection of minors
Asia Pakistan Anti-smuggling measures and import restrictions imposed by Pakistan have led to a sharp decline of the Afghan Transit Trade that registered -66% in the first eight months of current fiscal year compared to same period in FY 2023-24, The Nation reported
Asia Afghanistan A tree plantation campaign has begun: experts and religious scholars stress tree plantation is a key strategy for protecting the environment and alleviating the effects of climate change in Afghanistan; Kabul says damaging trees will entail legal action
Asia Philippines Transport and commuter advocacy groups appealed to President to overturn the fare increase for the Light Rail Transit Line 1 LRT-1 in Manila, which would affect around 370.000 commuters daily and should take effect today
Asia Laos Luang Prabang province in Northern Laos welcomed 1.167.581 tourists in the first three months of 2025, marking a 162% increase compared to the same period in 2024
Asia Nepal A curfew was imposed in areas of Kathmandu as pro-monarchy protests turned violent, with public and private property vandalized, including political party offices; authorities acted to maintain order amid rising calls to restore monarchy and Hindu state
Asia Malaysia Army engineers are working to reconnect villages isolated by severe floods that have damaged infrastructure, leaving communities without access to essential services; the military's efforts focus on restoring transportation and communication links
Asia South Korea The military deployed 600 soldiers and 49 helicopters to combat wildfires in southeastern provinces, as nearly 7.000 personnel and over 300 helicopters have been involved to curb fires scorched 48.000 hectares, causing 30 deaths and at least 40 injuries
Asia Taiwan Data Image, a unit of Taiwanese electronics maker Qisda, starts phase two of its Vietnam plant expansion; the move aims to cut reliance on China, avoid tariffs, and improve supply chains, reflecting a broader regional shift in tech manufacturing