The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) reported a minor phreatomagmatic eruption at Taal Volcano, along with volcanic earthquakes and a tremor, over the past 24 hours.

The Philippine National Oil Co. (PNOC) has requested an P8-billion supplemental budget from the House of Representatives to acquire additional fuel and bolster the country's energy reserves.

The Nigerian government has begun rolling out Learner Identification Numbers (LIN) for 1.9 million students to track and identify those who drop out before completing secondary education.

Lauren Neustadter, President of Film & TV at Reese Witherspoon’s Hello Sunshine, discussed upcoming television shows 'Elle' and 'Lucky,' and the film 'The Nightingale,' as production begins.

Indonesian President-elect Prabowo Subianto has called for criminal charges against companies that resist government efforts to crack down on illegal deforestation and land burning, emphasizing the need for strict enforcement.

The Malaysian government plans to intensify cloud seeding operations in Melaka and other southern parts of Peninsular Malaysia after an initial attempt yielded limited results. Deputy Prime Minister Zahid Hamidi stated these efforts are crucial to address environmental concerns.

The World Bank has reported that Nigeria's capital spending has decreased by N1 trillion, attributing the reduction to rising recurrent costs that are squeezing the country's fiscal space for essential infrastructure projects.

The Delhi government has approved a proposal for the Delhi Police to establish police posts at subways, beneath flyovers, and near foot overbridges across the city to address unsafe spaces.

India is grappling with a significant gas shortage, which has led the government to defer power plant maintenance and is severely impacting various industries, including glass manufacturers and their supply chains.

Tropical Storm Sinlaku has intensified outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR). Meanwhile, a ridge of high pressure area continues to bring hot and humid weather across most parts of the Philippines, with forecasts indicating these conditions will prevail on Saturday, April 11, along with chances of rain.

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has named Bernardita 'Dita' Angara-Mathay as the new secretary of the Department of Tourism (DOT) in the Philippines.

Supporters of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte have filed a third petition with the Supreme Court, seeking to halt the ongoing impeachment proceedings against her.

A taskforce in Japan has recommended that the debt-laden nation review its spending on gender equality initiatives. The suggestion comes from an effort to find cost-cutting measures, inspired by similar government efficiency drives.

A councillor has called on the federal government to undertake a major upgrade of Sarawak’s Mulu and Niah National Parks. The proposed improvements aim to unlock the full tourism potential of these iconic sites.

As Nigeria's economy shows signs of recovery, many Nigerians are finding opportunities to earn dollar salaries by investing in premium domain names, leveraging the global digital economy.

The Nigerian government has launched new e-pharmacy regulations aimed at enhancing oversight, improving medicine safety, and regulating the digital drug market.

An Israeli air strike on a government building in Nabatieh, southern Lebanon, has resulted in the deaths of at least 13 Lebanese officers.

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) forecasts 'danger' level heat indexes across several areas, with Visayas bracing for temperatures up to 44°C.

The Philippine National Police (PNP) is investigating potential past hazing incidents at its academy after three cadets were arrested for allegedly exposing underclassmen to harmful chemicals.

Bus and jeepney operators across the Philippines will receive financial support ranging from P30 to P100 per kilometer under a new government service contracting program aimed at aiding the transport sector.

A government plans to roll out cash aid later this month in response to the ongoing Middle East crisis.

Karnataka's food minister, K.H. Muniyappa, has reiterated his appeal to the central government to resolve the ongoing shortages of auto LPG, which are impacting public transport and leading to price hikes by private suppliers.

Malaysia's deputy works minister announced that the government is considering reactivating the Variation of Price (VOP) clause for construction materials. This move comes in response to a significant surge in construction costs, aiming to mitigate financial burdens on contractors.

Health workers in Nigeria have launched protests over the government's failure to implement upgraded allowances, accusing authorities of deliberate marginalization and delays.

The Nigerian Government and the Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU) are set to resume crucial wage talks on April 15-16, 2026, aiming to resolve disputes that led to a prolonged nationwide strike.