Asia news — September 15, 2026

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1. WorldAsiaMiddle East

   Sep 15, 2026, 22:28 UTC

   

   Missing Federal Police Officer Found Alive in Bolivia

   Maximiliano Oscar Martínez, an Argentine Federal Police officer who went missing in Jujuy on September 8, was found alive in Bolivia on Tuesday. His cell phone signal was traced to Villazón, Bolivia, six days after his disappearance. A massive search operation involving Argentine and Bolivian forces led to his location in La Paz. Martínez, who turned 31 on Monday, had told his family he was going to Villazón for shopping and would return the same day. His family had reported him missing on September 10.

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2. ScienceAsia

   Sep 15, 2026, 20:17 UTC

   Protests in Iran Intensify

   Iran has seen an escalation in protests following the death of Mahsa Amini, a Kurdish woman who died in police custody. Videos show large crowds marching in cities across the country, with some protests turning violent. Demonstrators are calling for an end to Iran's morality police and greater freedoms for women.

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3. WorldAsiaEducation

   Sep 15, 2026, 07:50 UTC

   

   Chinese School's Unusual Bathroom Rule

   A Chinese school has implemented an unusual rule allowing students only one bathroom break per term. The policy has sparked debate and concern among parents and netizens.

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4. SocietyCorruptionAsia

   Sep 15, 2026, 06:59 UTC

   Kyiv Attack Injures Six

   An attack in Kyiv has left six people injured, with two in critical condition. The injured have been hospitalized to city hospitals.

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5. SocietyLocal GovProtestAsia

   Sep 15, 2026, 06:08 UTC

   

   Gurugram Golf Course Hit-and-Run: Woman Biker Injured, Accused Identified

   A woman biker was hit from behind by a car on Golf Course Road in Gurugram on September 14, 2026. The incident was captured on video and went viral, leading the Gurugram Police to register an FIR and identify the accused, Kalyan Baisla, who had borrowed the car from a friend. The victim, Sia, sustained injuries and has been pushing for strict action against the accused. The police have taken suo motu cognizance of the case and are investigating.

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6. WorldAsiaMiddle East

   Sep 15, 2026, 02:47 UTC

   

   Anwar Ibrahim's India Visit Strengthens Bilateral Ties, Economic Cooperation

   Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's visit to India focused on expanding trade, investment, and economic cooperation. Key meetings included discussions with Indian Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal, Kerala Chief Minister V. D. Satheesan, and bilateral meetings with world leaders at the BRICS summit. Topics covered ranged from trade and investment to defense and security, semiconductors, infrastructure, and digital economy. The visit also aimed to strengthen historical and cultural ties with Kerala.

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