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How ‘war on terror’ was fought and won in Southeast Asia – for now

Threat of attacks has receded, but experts believe a regeneration of hardline groups in the region is still possible.

Al Jazeera · Sep 15, 2023

Karnataka: Entry fee for walkers at Chitradurga Fort draws flak

CHITRADURGA: The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has started collecting entry fee of Rs 50 per month from morning walkers at the famous Chitradurga fort. It is issuing pass for 6 months by collecting Rs 300.

The Times of India · Sep 15, 2023

Protests in Indonesia as thousands face eviction for Rempang ‘Eco-City’

Residents have been told to move to new houses inland by the end of the month to make way for a giant glass factory.

Al Jazeera · Sep 15, 2023

Thailand's government, seeking return of tourists from China, approves visa-free entry for 5 months

Thailand’s new government has approved a measure granting temporary visa-free entry to Chinese tourists, signaling that the recovery of the country’s tourism industry is a top economic priority

The Independent UK · Sep 13, 2023

Ganesha Chaturthi: BBMP, KSPCB set norms to observe eco-friendly Ganesha festival

BBMP bans PoP Ganesha idols, issues guidelines for eco-friendly festivities. 63 single-window clearance centres set up. Police, Bescom, Fire Dept to monitor. KSPCB issues guidelines for use of loud speakers, plastics. Police to ensure peace.

The Hindu · Sep 13, 2023

Seoul’s secret space: vast mysterious tunnel revealed for the first time

South Korea’s capital has a 3,000 square metre void underneath one of its most iconic plazas, and no one can be sure why

The Guardian - AU · Sep 13, 2023

Cheap Nepal tea hits India’s Darjeeling tea sales

Cheaper alternatives from Nepal, as well as rising costs of domestic production, have slashed demand.

Al Jazeera · Sep 11, 2023

Few customers but plenty of cash?: N Korean restaurants remain open in Laos

Restaurants should have closed and analysts say they suspect their only purpose is to ‘launder money’.

Al Jazeera · Sep 11, 2023

Stakeholders miffed as plea for better connectivity to Somanathpur is ignored

Mysuru's iconic 13th century Keshava temple is India's official nomination for UNESCO World Heritage tag, yet connectivity to it remains poor. Local guides have repeatedly called for improved transport links and cross-promotion of the temple, to no avail. Poor road quality and lack of direct bus service from Mysuru, plus…

The Hindu · Sep 10, 2023

Vietnam’s wild elephants get unique ‘ID cards’ in novel conservation plan

Conservationists use visual data from camera traps to create individual ‘ID cards’ for Vietnam’s elusive elephants.

Al Jazeera · Sep 8, 2023