Asia Pacific

India’s Rural Employment Scheme Under Scrutiny India’s ambitious rural jobs initiative, known as the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA), has garnered attention for its groundbreaking approach to employment rights. Established in 2005, this legislation ensures that any adult in rural areas who seeks work can access local public jobs within 15 days. […]

Nima Rinji Sherpa: The Youngest Climber to Conquer All 14 Eight-Thousanders In an impressive feat of determination and skill, Nima Rinji Sherpa, at just 18 years old, made history as the youngest individual to scale all 14 of the world’s 8,000-meter peaks. His remarkable achievement in October 2024 has not only brought him personal triumph

Tomorrowland Makes History with First Asia Edition in Thailand The highly anticipated Tomorrowland festival, one of the biggest names in electronic dance music (EDM), is set to launch its first-ever comprehensive edition in Asia this December, taking place in Thailand. With a reputation for vibrant celebrations of music and creativity, Tomorrowland is expanding its reach

Rising Frustration in Papua New Guinea Following Starlink Shutdown In recent weeks, Papua New Guinea has witnessed mounting frustration as the government halted Starlink’s operations, leaving businesses, health providers, and communities without vital internet access. Starlink, the satellite internet service owned by Elon Musk’s SpaceX, had been a lifeline for many in remote regions of