WASHINGTON, United States (MNTV) – US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff may travel to Moscow on the will of Russia, US President Donald Trump said as he is trying to get Russians to agree to a ceasefire in Ukraine. Speaking to reporters in New Jersey, Trump said Witkoff’s visit could take place “Wednesday or Thursday.” “They […]
GAZA, Palestine (MNTV) — At least 41 Palestinians were killed and 132 others wounded in a series of Israeli attacks across the Gaza Strip since dawn Monday, as bombardments continue to target both civilian gatherings and areas near aid distribution points. The Health Ministry in Gaza reported a 24-hour death toll of 94 Palestinians and over [&...
KABUL, Afghanistan (MNTV) — In a groundbreaking moment for Afghan sports, 17-year-old Mohammad Taha Eshaqi has won Afghanistan’s first-ever gold medal at the Asian Junior and Youth Wushu Championships, making history in a sport long dominated by regional powerhouses. Competing in the Taolu – Tai Chi Jian category, Eshaqi delivered a flawless ...
MALE, Maldives (MNTV) — The Maldives has released the first national report in South Asia evaluating its readiness to adopt artificial intelligence, positioning itself as an early mover in a region still grappling with the ethical, technological, and social implications of AI. The report, developed over the past 10 months by a cross-sector ste...
TASHKENT, Uzbekistan (MNTV) — A new accelerator program is opening doors for women and girls across Uzbekistan to enter the tech entrepreneurship space—challenging long-standing gender barriers in the country’s digital economy. Launched on July 30 in Tashkent, the SG Women initiative is the first nationwide program focused entirely on supporti...
TASHKENT, Uzbekistan (MNTV) — Uzbekistan is set to overhaul its agricultural sector with a new digital platform that merges satellite data, drone technology, and smart irrigation tools—part of a wider push to modernize farming and address deep-rooted challenges in land and water management. According to UZ Daily, the government announced the c...
DUSHANBE, Tajikistan (MNTV) — In the villages of Tajikistan, a quiet energy revolution is reshaping rural life. More families are moving away from firewood and animal dung, embracing biogas as a cleaner, cheaper alternative—with transformative effects on women’s health, labor, and livelihoods. According to a report by Asia Plus, the shift was ...
BISHKEK, Kyrgyzstan (MNTV) — In a major step toward cultural preservation and regional cooperation, Kyrgyzstan and China have launched a joint initiative to conserve the Ak-Beshim archaeological site, home to the ancient city of Suyab—once a thriving Silk Road hub in Central Asia. The conservation effort is being led by Kyrgyzstan’s Ministry o...
NEW DELHI, India (MNTV) — A 16-year-old Muslim girl was physically assaulted by a group of Hindu religious pilgrims in the northern Indian city of Varanasi, but instead of arresting the assailants, police charged members of her own family—deepening concerns over growing impunity for Hindu extremists and state-backed targeting of Muslims. The a...
KABUL, Afghanistan (MNTV) — Afghanistan’s Taliban-led government has launched construction of a major solar power facility in Logar province, marking a significant step toward the country’s long-term goal of energy self-sufficiency. The 40-megawatt solar project, located in the Mohammad Agha district, is valued at $35.6 million and includes a ...
