Today: 21 October 2025

Clearing A Mess in Gaza

Municipalities across Gaza have mobilized their limited resources to clear streets and set up temporary shelters for thousands of displaced families…reports Asian Lite News The conflict has left behind an estimated 55 to 70 million tonnes of rubble, while about 90 percent of Gaza’s infrastructure — including roads, water, sewage, and electricity networks — has been destroyed or severely damaged Local authorities in the Gaza Strip, aided by regional countries and international agencies, have been intensifying efforts to clear rubble and reopen vital roads across the enclave, since the ceasefire between Hamas and Israel took effect on Oct. 10. Municipalities

Gaza, Malaysia to help Gaza Rebuild

Egyptian, Malaysian leaders discuss Gaza aid, reconstruction amid ceasefire…reports Asian Lite News Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi and Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim spoke by phone about efforts to support Gaza’s reconstruction, as well as developments of the Palestinian issue amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas ceasefire. During the phone call, Sisi reviewed the outcomes of the recent Sharm el-Sheikh summit and Egypt’s ongoing coordination with mediators to implement the first phase of the ceasefire plan to end the war in Gaza, the Egyptian

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Portugal to Recognise Palestine

Portugal to officially recognise Palestine ahead of UNGA conference…reports Asian Lite News Portugal has announced that it will formally recognise

UNSC condemns Doha strikes

UN Security Council condemns Israeli strike on Doha, warning of dangerous escalation that threatens ceasefire talks and urges protection of

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Tommy Robinson to Visit Israel

The invitation comes from Amichai Chikli, Israel’s minister for the diaspora and combating antisemitism, who described Robinson as a “courageous

UAE condemns Manchester attack

UAE condemns Manchester synagogue attack; UK deploys extra police, PM Starmer vows protection for Jewish communities while emergency services respond

UK reimposes UN sanctions on Iran

London triggers snapback mechanism with France and Germany, restoring strict UN measures targeting Tehran’s nuclear and missile programmes…reports Asian Lite

Palestine Seeks Record UK Compensation

Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas cites international law, seeking compensation for land and perceived injustices during British rule….reports Asian Lite

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Rupee, Markets Gain Amid Trade Optimism

Emerging market currencies, including the rupee, have gained support amid softening in the dollar. Reports suggesting that the US economy is on the verge of a recession have contributed to the greenback’s weakness The Indian rupee opened stronger on Wednesday,

Showbiz

Shah Rukh Joins Billionaire Club

Bollywood’s biggest star, Shah Rukh Khan, has officially joined the billionaire club, becoming the world’s richest entertainer with an estimated net worth of $1.4

Kajol Channels Kali Power

Backed by Jio Studios and Devgn Films, Maa is produced by Ajay Devgn and Jyoti Subbarayan, with Kumar Mangat Pathak as co-producer Kajol delivers

Nandita Das Seeks Partner

The actress said the weight of world events had affected her deeply, even disturbing her sleep. But she stressed the importance of staying engaged

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Para Glory for India

Paul Fitzgerald, head of World Para Athletics, and IPC president Andrew Parsons praised India’s recent growth in sports, including para sports….reports Asian Lite News

Kuldeep Wrecks UAE

Kuldeep came in and took three wickets in his second over to lead the charge for a sensational UAE batting meltdown, as the side

India’s Pace Crisis

With the Duleep Trophy kicking off the Indian domestic cricket season on Thursday, the search for India’s next set of reliable red-ball fast bowlers

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EY, Microsoft Boost AI Skills

The AI Skills Passport is a fully online programme with approximately 10 hours of comprehensive content, available in both English and Hindi to maximize accessibility across India’s diverse linguistic landscape In a landmark initiative to bridge India’s widening artificial intelligence (AI)
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