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Nepal’s Cricket Carnival Returns with Bigger Ambitions

The Nepal Premier League begins its third edition with international stars, ICC recognition and rising commercial ambitions as organisers forecast NPR 700 million in sponsorship and ticket revenue…reports Asian Lite News Desk Nepal’s biggest franchise cricket tournament, the Nepal Premier League (NPL), begins its third edition on Monday, with a line-up of international cricket stars, growing commercial investment and official recognition from the International Cricket Council (ICC) boosting its ambitions. Defending champions Lumbini Lions will take on last season’s runners-up Sudurpaschim Royals in the opening match at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Stadium in Kathmandu. The eight-team T20 competition will

Curbs on Women Continue to Hamper Afghan Aid, UN Says

Humanitarian agencies continue to face interference, conflict-related risks and restrictions on women’s participation in relief work….reports Asian Lite News Desk The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) reported that humanitarian partners documented 30 incidents during the month, a 27 per cent decline from August. However, the agency cautioned that the decrease did not necessarily indicate an improvement in conditions, as some incidents may have gone unreported. According to local media outlet Khaama Press, 18 of the incidents recorded in

Lula Wins Brazil Presidential Election for Fourth Term

Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has won Brazil’s presidential run-off, securing another

Pakistan’s medical dream is losing its appeal as MDCAT registrations plunge

Rising education costs, examination controversies and limited postgraduate residency places are raising

Nepal Power Export Earnings Rise Despite Flood Damage

Nepal earns NPR 5.93 billion from electricity exports to India despite flood

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Gwadar’s Big Bet Faces Gulf Port Rivalry

Jaishankar hosts African envoys, backs Africa’s rise in multipolar world

Diplomats meet in Istanbul to prevent wider Middle East conflict

Arab nations condemn deadly Jordan church attack

Epic Fury 2.0? Trump threatens fresh Iran strikes as Tehran vows retaliation

Oil prices top $117 as Iran war fears and Houthi attacks rattle markets

Jaishankar reaffirms India’s commitment to UN Charter on UN Day

India and Uzbekistan discuss counter-terrorism cooperation

Jaishankar meets Azerbaijan President to strengthen ties

UK deploys Typhoon jets to defend Saudi Arabia from Houthi attacks

Philippines Reaffirms One China Policy Amid Diplomatic Row

China, Iran Mark Decade of Strategic Partnership

Bangladesh Inflation Pushes Up to 10 Million Into Poverty

SEANF Expels Myanmar Junta-Backed Human Rights Commission

Millions at Risk as Afghanistan’s Food Crisis Deepens

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‘Unacceptable and Stupid’: Macron Takes Aim at Trump

Emmanuel Macron has criticised Donald Trump and other foreign leaders for allegedly exploiting France’s recent unrest for political gain…reports Asian Lite News Desk French

Oman Sultan’s UK visit puts Gulf security and trade in focus

Oman’s Sultan Haitham bin Tarik visits Britain as King Charles praises Muscat’s regional diplomacy, while both countries reaffirm historic ties

France to impose fresh curfews as protest unrest continues

France will introduce fresh curfews in areas where authorities consider them necessary following violent protests and looting in several cities…reports

Trump warns Zelensky: Make a Russia deal before it’s too late

Donald Trump has warned Volodymyr Zelensky that delaying a peace agreement with Russia could leave Ukraine facing increasingly unfavourable terms…reports

France Protest Network Exposed? Report Identifies 54 Organisations

An investigation has identified 54 organisations it says supported or amplified protests in France…reports Asian Lite News Desk A network

Britain Warns Firms Again as Israeli E1 Settlement Tender Deadline Arrives

Britain threatens sanctions against businesses bidding for Israeli settlement construction in E1, warning the project could undermine Palestinian statehood and

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UK, US urged to outgun rivals in new arms race

Defence Secretary Wes Streeting has urged Britain and the US to accelerate weapons production and military innovation as emerging technologies reshape modern warfare….reports Asian

ADHD and Autism at Risk of Over-Diagnosis?

A government review warns of possible over-diagnosis of ADHD and autism in England, urging tighter assessment rules while calling for

Miliband to Putin: ‘You Will Remain a Pariah’

Ed Miliband warns Putin he will remain a pariah as Britain announces £54m in winter aid, fresh sanctions and funding

UK and Germany Ratify Kensington Treaty

Britain and Germany ratify the Kensington Treaty, agreeing new cooperation on AI, quantum research, defence and security while targeting investment,

Britain renames Jerusalem consulate as UK Mission after Israel row

Britain has kept its East Jerusalem diplomatic compound open as a smaller UK Mission after Israel ordered the consulate closed

Why US pulled its bombers from Britain

Donald Trump says threats prompted the US to withdraw B-1 bombers from RAF Fairford, while British authorities investigate an alleged

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Ambani’s Jio launches $3.2bn share sale in India

Jio Platforms, the digital and telecommunications business controlled by Mukesh Ambani’s Reliance Industries, has launched a $3.2 billion initial public offering, expected to become India’s largest share sale. The offering comes amid

Philip Morris Warns of Rising Costs From Global Conflicts

The tobacco giant beat third-quarter profit forecasts but warned that Middle East-related inflation and disruptions in Ukraine are increasing costs and could weigh on operating income, reports Asianlite News Desk. Philip Morris International has warned that global conflicts are increasingly

Cyber Chiefs Urge Urgent PHP Security Update

Cybersecurity agencies in the UK, EU and Australia have warned organisations to

UK firms land £330m Africa deals

British exporters are set to benefit from more than £330 million in

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Anupam Kher announces 556th film

The veteran actor says his latest international project has reminded him that cinema transcends language and cultural differences…reports Asian Lite News Desk Veteran Indian

Four accused in Tiger Shroff firing case remanded until October 26

Two men and two women arrested over the firing incident have been remanded in police custody as investigators examine their movements and alleged preparations

Nana Patekar passes away at 75

Veteran actor Nana Patekar, celebrated for his powerful performances in Hindi and Marathi cinema, has died aged 75 in Goa…reports Asian Lite News Desk

Hrithik’s Cameo Steals Alpha Trailer

Directed by Shiv Rawail, Alpha is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on July 3. The teaser of the film was released on June

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Al Wahda Wins Third Straight Jiu-Jitsu President’s Cup

Al Wahda clinches its third straight President’s Cup title as Hamdan honours the winners in Abu Dhabi….reports Asian Lite News Desk Al Wahda Jiu-Jitsu

‘India’s batting collapse should be an eye-opener’

Deepti and Niki steadied the innings with an 82-run fifth-wicket partnership from 63 balls, turning a precarious chase into a comfortable victory…reports Asian Lite

Australia face Champions Trophy test with T20I shortage

Speaking in Sydney on Saturday ahead of the opening match against New Zealand, Nitschke stressed the importance of the upcoming series despite the gap

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

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US Bans DeepSeek from Government Systems

Washington has barred Chinese AI technology from civilian government agencies, citing wider concerns over security and competition as the US seeks to maintain its lead in artificial intelligence, reports Asianlite News Desk. The United States has ordered the removal of