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India, Myanmar Step Up Defence Ties

India and Myanmar reviewed existing defence initiatives and discussed new measures focused on training, capacity building and mutual security….reports Asian Lite News Desk India and Myanmar have reviewed progress on bilateral defence

October 8, 2026

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Rain Havoc Hits Pakistan As Child Dies In Mardan

Heavy rains triggered roof collapses, flooding and power disruptions across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, while rescue teams evacuated stranded residents from affected areas….reports Asian Lite News Desk A seven-year-old boy was killed and four

October 8, 2026

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Was Imran Khan On Guterres’ Pakistan Agenda?

Guterres met Pakistan’s military chief Field Marshal Asim Munir during his visit, with the two also discussing the threat of terrorism amid renewed political tensions…reports Asian Lite News Desk United Nations Secretary-General

October 8, 2026

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Pakistan Prisons Packed As 73% Await Trial

Nearly three-quarters of Pakistan’s prisoners were awaiting trial in 2024, as overcrowding and delays in the criminal justice system continue to put pressure on prisons….reports Asian Lite News Desk Pakistan’s prisons are

October 7, 2026

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Attack, Threats, Fear: Bangladesh Press Under Pressure

Bangladesh’s Editors’ Council has condemned attacks and threats against journalists, calling for impartial investigations and exemplary action against those responsible…reports Asian Lite News Desk Bangladesh’s Editors’ Council has condemned a series of

October 7, 2026

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Lanka’s TB Battle Gets Indian Lifeline

India has handed over three tonnes of essential anti-tuberculosis medicines to Sri Lanka to support treatment and disease-control efforts….reports Asian Lite News Desk India has handed over three tonnes of essential anti-tuberculosis

October 7, 2026

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Beyond the Summit: Why BRICS Businesses Need Better Intelligence, Not Bigger Declarations

BRICS is gaining economic weight, but business confidence hinges on distinguishing diplomatic ambition from commercial reality, writes Ishan Jasuja, Founder & Director, Geoeconomic Strategy Unit BRICS is becoming too economically important for

October 7, 2026

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Asia’s Growth Holds Firm As AI Boom Builds

East Asia and the Pacific is forecast to grow 4.5% in 2026, with AI-related activity supporting growth while skills and adoption remain challenges….reports Asian Lite News Desk East Asia and the Pacific

October 7, 2026

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Seven Nations Vie To Host 2036 Olympics

Germany, Hungary, India, Qatar, South Africa, Türkiye and the Republic of Korea are in the race as the IOC outlines the road to the 2036 host vote….reports Asian Lite News Desk The

October 7, 2026

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AI, Energy, Debt: IMF’s Big Global Warning

IMF AI energy debt warning highlights growing risks to global growth as Kristalina Georgieva urges policymakers to tackle inflation, energy shocks and debt….reports Asian Lite News Desk Global economic growth is facing

October 7, 2026

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