UN Grants Nepal, Bangladesh LDC Graduation Extension

The UN General Assembly has unanimously extended the preparatory period until November 2029, giving both countries more time to address economic vulnerabilities and prepare for graduation…reports Asian Lite News Desk The United Nations General Assembly has unanimously approved an extension of the preparatory period for Nepal and Bangladesh to graduate from the least developed country (LDC) category until 24 November 2029. The decision gives both countries three additional years to address economic vulnerabilities and strengthen their readiness for graduation. The resolution was adopted during a meeting of the 81st session of the General Assembly at the UN headquarters in New

US, Japan Supercharge Joint Missile Production

The two allies will establish a final assembly and inspection facility for AMRAAM air-to-air missiles in Japan under their Operation Supercharge initiative….reports Asian Lite News Desk The United States and Japan have agreed to establish a facility in Japan for the final assembly and inspection of AMRAAM air-to-air missiles, strengthening defence manufacturing cooperation between the two allies. The agreement, announced during a meeting of their defence ministers in the Philippines, is part of a wider initiative to accelerate joint missile production in

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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

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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

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

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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
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