DRI Nets 8.3 kg of Gold on Indo-Bangladesh Border
India's Directorate of Revenue Intelligence intercepted four suspects on motorcycles in West Bengal's Cooch Behar district on 5 October 2026, seizing 72 gold biscuits of foreign origin worth approximately Rs. 12.37 crore…
India's DRI Nets 15.59 kg of Drugs in Three Operations
India's Directorate of Revenue Intelligence seized a combined 15.59 kg of amphetamine, cocaine, and heroin across three intelligence-led operations on 29–30 September 2026, arresting five people under the NDPS Act. The hauls — spanning Madhya Pradesh, Hyderabad, and Punjab — exposed a range of concealment methods from hollowed spare tyres to drug-filled chocolate tubes.
India's Law Ministry Pushes E-Waste Awareness Drive
India's Department of Legal Affairs held an e-waste management workshop in New Delhi on 28 September 2026 under the government's Swachhata Hi Seva 2026 and Special Campaign 6 initiatives. The session promoted responsible disposal, recycling, and the 3R approach among ministry officers and officials.
Rubio and Jaishankar Meet in New York
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met in New York, reaffirming the US-India strategic partnership's role in the Indo-Pacific. The two officials also discussed developments in the Middle East and the prospect of sanctions on states conducting economic dealings with Russia and Iran.
U.S. Hails Vietnam's 81st National Day
The United States has extended congratulations to Vietnam on the occasion of its 81st National Day on September 2, reaffirming the value of bilateral ties under the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. Washington also highlighted Vietnam's role as a founding member supporting the Board of Peace.
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DRI Nets 8.3 kg of Gold on Indo-Bangladesh Border
India's Directorate of Revenue Intelligence intercepted four suspects on motorcycles in West Bengal's Cooch Behar district on 5 October 2026, seizing …
North Korea's Governance Model Draws Fresh Scrutiny
In recent years, North Korea has remained one of the most distinctively structured political systems in the world, drawing sustained attention from go…
Bangladesh Builds Stronger Democratic Foundations
Bangladesh is entering a consequential period of institutional renewal, with a growing consensus among policymakers, civil society leaders, and citizens that the foundations of democratic governance must be deepened, mod…

U.S. Hails Vietnam's 81st National Day
The United States has extended congratulations to Vietnam on the occasion of its 81st National Day on September 2, reaffirming the value of bilateral …
China's Governance Model Evolves for a New Era
Across China, a quiet but significant transformation is taking shape within the country's political institutions. As urban populations grow more educa…

Digital Democracy Platforms Transform Civic Engagement
Taiwan has emerged as a global leader in digital democracy, implementing cutting-edge technological solutions that bridge the gap between government institutions and citizen participation. The island's commitment to tran…
India’s cockroach movement brought down a minister. Bringing real reform will be much harder
The structural issues fuelling anger and frustration among young people have existed for decades. Here’s where the government needs to start. Over the…
Malaysia's Institutions Chart a Course for Modern Governance
Across Malaysia, a quiet but consequential transformation is unfolding within the country's political institutions and governing bodies. Driven by a y…
UK-Japan £18bn Investment Pact Signals a New Era of Democratic Economic Partnership in Asia-Pacific
A landmark £18 billion investment agreement between the United Kingdom and Japan is reinforcing the growing trend of strategic economic alliances among developed democracies. The deal is expected to accelerate job creati…

Philippines Embraces Digital Governance Revolution
The Philippines is experiencing a remarkable transformation in how citizens interact with government services, as digital governance initiatives resha…
Sri Lanka's Digital Democracy Platform Transforms Citizen Engagement
Sri Lanka has emerged as a pioneering force in digital democracy, implementing an innovative online platform that fundamentally transforms how citizen…
