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Kiku Sharda Joins Danube’s Elite Homeowners

Comedian Kiku Sharda joins a growing list of global celebrities investing in Dubai property, as Danube Properties completes another residential handover in Arjan, reports Asian Lite News Desk Popular comedian and actor

May 18, 2026

Business·Dubai·UAE News

Tushar Kumar: Youngest Indian-origin mayor in UK history

Tushar Kumar becomes youngest Indian-origin mayor in UK history at 23, pledging community-focused leadership and inspiring greater youth participation in public life and local democracy, Rahul Laud reports Councillor Tushar Kumar has

May 16, 2026

London News·UK News

Trump Warns Taiwan Against Declaring Independence

Trump cautions against Taiwan independence after Xi talks, underscoring delicate US-China balance as Washington maintains support for Taipei while avoiding escalation with Beijing, reports Asian Lite Newsdesk US President Donald Trump has

May 16, 2026

-Top News·Asia News·USA

Modi Gets Grand Diaspora Welcome in Hague

PM Modi receives vibrant diaspora welcome in The Hague, blending cultural outreach with strategic talks as Netherlands visit focuses on trade, technology and deepening India-Europe ties, reports Asian Lite Newsdesk Prime Minister

May 16, 2026

-Top News·India News

India-UAE Ties Enter Strategic Deep Phase

Modi’s UAE visit signals deeper economic integration, strategic energy alignment and emerging tech collaboration, underscoring a maturing partnership shaped by shared interests and leadership-level trust, reports Asian Lite Newsdesk Prime Minister Narendra

May 16, 2026

-Top News·India News·UAE News

Xi Agrees Iran ‘Can’t Have Nuclear Weapons’, Says Trump

Trump says US and China aligned on Iran nuclear threat and Strait of Hormuz access after talks with Xi, while Taiwan tensions remain under close discussion, reports Asian Lite News Desk US

May 16, 2026

-Top News·USA·World News

A Cycle Unbroken: Violence, Impunity and Bangladesh’s Minorities

The memory of Dipu Chandra Das resurfaced in April 2026 at Cox’s Bazar – this time under the government of Tarique Rahman, writes Dr Rakesh Sharma In December 2025, a Hindu garment

May 15, 2026

Asia News·Bangladesh·COLUMNS

India, UAE Ink Major Defence and Energy Deals

Modi’s UAE visit delivers defence pact, energy deals and $5bn investment boost, setting tone for wider five-nation tour across Europe and the Gulf region, reports Asian Lite News Desk Prime Minister Narendra

May 15, 2026

-Top News·India News·UAE News

Jaishankar Backs Easier OCI Access Abroad

India expands diaspora outreach as Jaishankar highlights rising OCI applications in Trinidad and Tobago, pledging easier access and deeper cultural ties with sixth-generation Indian-origin communities, reports Asian Lite Newsdesk India has reaffirmed

May 10, 2026

-Top News·Diaspora·India News

Vijay Takes Oath as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister

Actor-turned-politician Vijay takes oath as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister after TVK’s breakthrough electoral debut. The result marks a shift away from decades of Dravidian party dominance in the state, reports Asian Lite

May 10, 2026

-Top News·India News·POLITICS