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Published on 04:38 GMT

MSF South Asia’s Health and Humanity Summit Brings together minds from across the region to reimagine the future of ...

At a time when humanitarian action is being reshaped by geopolitical shifts, climate emergencies, growing inequalities, and evolving global health priorities, the 4th edition of Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) South Asia's …

Source: Colombo Gazette - Pending
Published on 09:23 GMT

Sri Lanka Is South Asia’s Most Favored Nation

COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lanka has emerged as the most positively viewed country in South Asia, according to a new study by the Pew Research Center that examined public attitudes across the region. The research, surveyed public opinion in Bangladesh, India …

Source: Newsfirst - Center-right
Published on 07:02 GMT

Accor marks new chapter in Sri Lanka with two Pullman hotels, advancing its south Asia growth strategy

While Pullman Colombo City Centre features 219 rooms and suites, complemented by a distinctive collection of dining venues including AYU, Thai Rasa, Adityaa, Collections Café, Mansion Lounge & Bar and Vistas Rooftop Bar, Pullman Bentota Resort & …

Source: ETHospitalityWorld.com - Pending
Published on 08:22 GMT

India stays Bangladesh's top export market in South Asia in FY26

Source: The Business Standard - Neutral
Published on 05:17 GMT

They escaped south-east Asia’s scam compounds. Then they realised they were still trapped

Artillery fire thundered. Windows shattered. Roofs caved in. And thousands of foreign workers – many who had been tricked and trafficked into the vast cyber-fraud industry that has flourished in south-east Asia – fled. For a brief moment, the regional …

Source: The Guardian - Center-left
Published on Aug 19, 2026

Working with Australia, India should focus on South Asia’s digital transformation

India needs to pay greater attention to South Asia’s digital transformation as part of its regional strategy. Digital infrastructure is no longer simply an economic or developmental issue. As telecommunications networks, cloud infrastructure, data centres …

Source: The Strategist - Neutral
Published on 10:12 GMT

Why Taiwan and the South China Sea matter to the US and the world

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our …

Source: The Independent - Center-left
Published on 04:26 GMT

New Bradford programme launched to support South Asian artists and musicians

Stage Ready South Asia, an initiative led by Bradford’s culture organisation The Leap, will support South Asian musicians and performers across Bradford and the North West. The programme was launched this week at Jinnah Restaurant during the Leeds Road …

Source: Telegraph & Argus - Neutral
Published on 07:06 GMT

Sri Lanka Is the Only South Asian Country Its Neighbors All View Favorably, Pew Survey Finds

Mirror AI Summary – Quick Read Generated by Mirror AI MIRROR AI Hide ⏳ Generating summary… AI SUMMARY GENERATED ONLY FROM THIS ARTICLE'S TEXT. Colombo, Aug. 20 (Daily Mirror) - A new Pew Research Center survey of public opinion in South Asia has turned …

Source: Daily Mirror - Neutral
Published on 09:26 GMT

PMG Asia elevates Prashant Kaul to Chief Operating Officer

PMG Asia, wholly owned subsidiary of Hakuhodo Inc. has announced the elevation of Prashant Kaul to the role of chief operating officer (COO), reinforcing the company's commitment to operational excellence and superior customer outcomes. In his new role …

Source: Afaqs - Pending