China to invest in construction of new hospitals in Bangladesh, including a 1,000-bed specialized hospital DHAKA, Bangladesh (MNTV) — Bangladesh’s healthcare system is set for a significant upgrade with China’s commitment to invest in the construction of three major hospitals across the country. The new facilities will include a 1,000-bed spe...
BJP-led government in northern India’s Uttarakhand has shut down hundreds of Muslim institutes NEW DELHI, India (MNTV) — In yet another escalation of its crackdown on Muslim identity and institutions, the BJP-led government in northern India’s Uttarakhand has shut down at least 170 Muslim seminaries (madrasas) in recent days. Officials seale...
Joint initiative with BCCI, ECB, and Cricket Australia offers funding, training, and mentorship KABUL, Afghanistan (MNTV) — The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced the creation of a task force to support displaced Afghan women cricketers, marking a major step toward ensuring their continued participation in the sport despite the...
UNICEF-backed education program brings primary schooling to thousands, with plans to expand further KABUL, Afghanistan (MNTV) — Authorities in northern Afghanistan have launched 300 community-based classrooms to provide primary education to out-of-school children in Jawzjan province, with further expansion planned in the coming months. The in...
Kyrgyzstan pursues AI-powered healthcare solutions and modern medical equipment to enhance health sector BISHKEK, Kyrgyzstan (MNTV) — Kyrgyzstan is stepping up efforts to modernize its healthcare sector through strategic collaborations with Russian companies. The recent meetings and exhibitions signal a growing partnership aimed at integrati...
Move follows growing anger over Israeli actions in Gaza, with protesters demanding action against war crimes DHAKA, Bangladesh (MNTV) — Bangladesh has reinstated the “except Israel” clause on its passports, following widespread public outrage over Israel’s ongoing genocide in Gaza. The directive was issued by the Ministry of Home Affair...
First three months of 2025 show rapid growth in clean energy, cutting fossil fuel use and carbon emissions TASHKENT, Uzbekistan (MNTV) — Uzbekistan generated more than 2 billion kilowatt-hours (kWh) of renewable electricity in the first three and a half months of 2025, underscoring the country’s accelerating shift away from fossil fuels. The r...
Malaysian nurse migration creates demand for skilled Pakistani professionals ISLAMABAD / KUALA LUMPUR (MNTV) – Pakistan is set to dispatch female nurses to Malaysia to help address the country’s growing nursing shortage, the Associated Press of Pakistan (APP) reports. Pakistan’s Overseas Employment Corporation (OEC) will oversee the recr...
Ambassador highlights growing interest amid 75 years of bilateral ties JAKARTA, Indonesia (MNTV) – The number of Indonesian students pursuing higher education in Sweden has seen a dramatic increase, with over 900 accepted by Swedish universities in 2025. This marks a significant jump from just 160 students the previous year, as reported by Tem...
Papa Pipi Terpaling Puasa resonates across Southeast Asia with relatable humor KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (MNTV) – The Ramadan-themed animated series Papa Pipi Terpaling Puasa has captured the hearts of audiences across Southeast Asia, amassing over 182 million views on YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram. Produced by Monsta, the 30-episode micro-serie...
