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Protests Erupt Over Japan Arms Export Plan

Thousands protest in Tokyo against Japan’s plan to ease arms export rules, warning military expansion risks undermining pacifist constitution and pushing nation toward conflict, reports Asian Lite Newsdesk Thousands of protesters, joined

April 6, 2026

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Bangladesh Measles Outbreak Kills Nearly 100 Kids

Bangladesh battles deadly measles outbreak, suspected to have killed nearly 100 children; vaccination drives accelerated amid shortages as authorities scramble to contain spread, reports Asian Lite Newsdesk Bangladesh is grappling with a

April 6, 2026

-Top News·Bangladesh·Health

Energy Crunch Forces Bangladesh Austerity Measures

Bangladesh cuts working hours and electricity use as Middle East conflict disrupts fuel supplies, forcing austerity measures to manage energy crisis and protect essential services nationwide, reports Asian Lite Newsdesk Bangladesh has

April 6, 2026

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Repatriation of Afghan Refugees and Regional Instability Paradox

Women and children faced particular hardship of separated families, lack of shelter upon return, and exposure to Taliban reprisals for perceived collaboration with Pakistani authorities, writes Dr Sakariya Kareem Pakistan’s Illegal Foreigners

April 6, 2026

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Nepal Shifts To Five-Day Work Week Over Fuel Crisis

Nepal cuts working week to five days as fuel shortages deepen, with government imposing austerity measures to manage energy crisis linked to Middle East conflict, reports Asian Lite Newsdesk Nepal has announced

April 6, 2026

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Junta Chief Triumphs in Myanmar Presidential Election

The USDP secured a win in the elections, where the majority of opposition parties were barred from participatin…reports Asian Lite News Myanmar junta chief Min Aung Hlaing has been elected President after

April 3, 2026

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Thousands flee as Pakistan attacks hit Afghan provinces

Tensions between Kabul and Islamabad have sharply escalated in recent months after Pakistani airstrikes and artillery fire killed dozens in Afghanistan…reports Asian Lite News Afghanistan’s Economy Minister Qari Din Mohammad Hanif said

April 3, 2026

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Russia flags Japan’s rearmament as threat to Asia Pacific

Russia has repeatedly raised with Japanese authorities through diplomatic channels the negative impact of their policies on security and stability in the Asia-Pacific region…reports Asian Lite News The deployment of anti ship

April 2, 2026

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Pakistan Tightens Grip, Silences Dissent At Home And Abroad

Journalists, opposition figures, human rights defenders, and minority activists have faced growing pressure both within Pakistan and abroad. Reports from global watchdogs such as Human Rights Watch, Amnesty International, Freedom House, and

April 2, 2026

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India rejects claim of seeking observer status in Islamabad talks

The India’s Ministry of External Affairs clarified that no such request has been made by India and described the viral reports as baseless….reports Asian Lite News India’s Ministry of External Affairs on

April 2, 2026

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