Tensions mount in Bangladesh ahead of early 2025 elections amid concerns over fairness and rising political rhetoric.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah defended the voter roll update as constitutional, dismissing opposition claims of voter suppression as political.

Independent candidate Sharif Osman Hadi was critically injured in a daylight shooting in Dhaka on December 12, 2025, just after election dates were announced.

Union Minister Pankaj Chaudhary is set to become Uttar Pradesh BJP president, pending confirmation on Dec. 14, 2025.

A new mpox strain, combining two clades, was found in a traveler in England, prompting health alerts.

Telangana plans to rename a Hyderabad road near the US Consulate to "Donald Trump Avenue" to boost global investment and visibility.

Indonesia may back away from key trade promises, threatening a U.S.-Indonesia deal.

On Armed Forces Flag Day Shankar Mahadevan honored India's military, calling service members true heroes.

Bangladesh to hold elections Feb. 12, 2025, after protests ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.

U.S. remains top in Asia power index, but gap with China narrows due to shifting policies and China's growing regional influence.