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Mass protests led by young demonstrators have thrown Ladakh into turmoil, with reports of violence and alleged fatalities raising alarm. Environmentalist Sonam Wangchuk has strongly condemned the unrest, urging peaceful resistance while criticizing the escalation that has shaken the region’s stability and drawn national concern.
As Japan’s ruling party prepares for its presidential election, key contenders are centering their campaigns on reform and renewal. Candidates emphasize unity and policy change to strengthen public trust, while balancing internal party dynamics and opposition challenges in the lead-up to the decisive leadership vote.
Speaking before the UN General Assembly, Secretary-General António Guterres pressed world leaders to take urgent, united action on escalating wars, climate change, inequality, and technology risks. He emphasized the need for real reforms and collective solutions to tackle today’s most pressing global challenges.
Former PM Thaksin Shinawatra’s private jet returned from Singapore to Don Mueang Airport on September 8, carrying six passengers and three crew. Among them were ex-PM Somchai Wongsawat and Thaksin’s sister, Yaowapa Wongsawat. The flight followed Thaksin’s diverted trip to Dubai after missing a Singapore landing slot.
On September 5, 2025, at 3:52 PM, Thailand’s House of Representatives voted to elect Anutin Charnvirakul as the nation’s 32nd Prime Minister. A veteran politician and leader of the Bhumjaithai Party, his appointment marks a pivotal shift in Thailand’s political landscape and future governance direction.
