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Japan's cabinet reshuffle: Abe appoints Inada as defence minister, retains finance and foreign ministers

Abe also appointed a new LDP executive line-up. Toshihiro Nikai was appointed as LDP secretary general. Aug 3, 2016

Philippines: Police kill six in anti-drug operation

The police have seized at least 17 firearms and rifle grenades from Rolando Espinosa's house in the central town of Albuera. Aug 3, 2016

India: 22 missing after bridge collapses on Mumbai-Goa highway

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis says bridge appeared to have collapsed due to torrential monsoon rains and floods. Aug 3, 2016

Indonesia: Three volcanoes erupt, several flights disrupted

Sultan Babullah airport in Ternate remained shut down on Wednesday. Aug 3, 2016

North Korea ballistic missile lands near Japan waters, alarms Tokyo

Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe described the launch as a "grave threat" to the island country. Aug 3, 2016

China passes new rules to prosecute trespassers in its territorial waters

Analysts say these new rules might create fresh conflicts if China tries to stop the American military ships from entering its territorial waters. Aug 3, 2016

A Colombian anti-narcotics policeman stands guard after burning a cocaine lab, which police said belongs to criminal gangs, in a rural area of Calamar in Guaviare state, Colombia.

A Colombian anti-narcotics policeman stands guard after burning a cocaine lab, which police said belongs to criminal gangs, in a rural area of Calamar in Guaviare state, Colombia. Aug 3, 2016

Nepal's Maoist chief Prachanda set to become prime minister

The election, due in parliament on Wednesday, became necessary after KP Oli resigned last month Aug 3, 2016

China's overseas strategies deeply concerning, says Japan

Japan says the aggressive actions by China could cause "unintended consequences". Aug 2, 2016

Philippines: I am ready for 'marathon' talks with communists, says Duterte

I dare them. This is my challenge to them: let us not only talk, let's have a marathon, said Duterte. Aug 2, 2016

Japan's cabinet reshuffle: Abe to retain key ministers, eyes third term in office

The reshuffle comes as Abe tries to boost up economic growth and handle multiple challenges. Aug 2, 2016

Singapore, US sign deal to promote tech partnerships

The agreement further establishes strong bilateral economic relationship between the two countries. Aug 2, 2016

Pakistan arrests at least 12 staff of national airline in heroin case

Pakistan has arrested the staff of its national carrier following the discovery of heroin in the toilet of an Dubai bound aircraft. Aug 2, 2016

Typhoon Nida: China issues yellow alert, at least 124 flights cancelled

Cathay Pacific and Dragonair announced that all departures and arrivals to Hong Kong International Airport would be suspended. Aug 1, 2016

Philippines: Duterte says nation can survive without mining companies

Philippines has suspended activities of seven domestic mines as they failed to adhere to the environmental regulations. Aug 1, 2016
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