Asia

Covid-19: Global toll at 1100 GMT Friday

PARIS, June 27 (NNN-AGENCIES) — The novel coronavirus has killedat least 487,274 people since emerging in China last December,according to…

Covid-19: Bangladesh reports 40 more deaths, 53,133 total recoveries

DHAKA, June 27 (NNN-BSS) — Bangladesh on Friday recorded 40 more deaths from the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) and 3,868 fresh…

36th Asean Summit reflects unity and resilience – M’sian FM

PUTRAJAYA, June 26 (NNN-BERNAMA) — The convening of today’s 36th ASEAN Summit via video conferencing showcased ASEAN’s unity and resilience…

Lightning kills at least 107 in India monsoon

PATNA (India), June 26 (NNN-AGENCIES) — At least 107 people died from lightning strikes in northern and eastern India Thursday,…

India accuses China of amassing troops along border in violation of agreements

Indian soldiers walk at the foothills of a mountain range near Leh, the main city in the Ladakh region NEW…

Update: Europe faces COVID-19 upsurge as cases soar in Americas

A sign that reads, ‘Mandatory to wear a mask on all the site’, is seen at the entrance of the…

US Senate approves sanctions Bill over Hong Kong

China was condemned in a bill passed by the United States Senate for breaking its obligation under the 1984 Sino-British…

South China Sea should remain a peaceful sea and trade route – M’sian PM

PUTRAJAYA, June 26 (NNN-BERNAMA) — Malaysia’s position regarding the South China Sea has been clear and consistent, with views it…

VIRTUAL ASEAN SUMMIT KICKS OFF AGAINST BACKDROP OF COVID-19

PUTRAJAYA, June 26 (NNN-BERNAMA) — The 36th ASEAN Summit kicked off today, with leaders gathering virtually across 10 cities in the…

Covid-19: Highest-ever daily jump in cases in India; death toll rises by 418

NEW DELHI, June 26 (NNN-PTI) — The highest-ever single-day surge of 16,922 COVID-19 cases pushed India”s total tally to 473,105…