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Arjun Pillai
Desk byline for India and South Asia at Asianomist, covering India and its neighbours.
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India & South Asia
Punjab Employees End Strike After Disciplinary Action Pledge
The decision follows talks between employee unions and Chief Secretary KAP Sinha, who agreed to withdraw show-cause notices issued after a mass leave protest on 27 August.
Southeast Asia
Manila Small Businesses Cut Staff, Take Loans Over Steep Garbage Fees
New municipal rules implemented in January 2026 have increased waste collection costs by up to 12 times for some enterprises, forcing staff reductions and loan applications to cover rising operating expenses.