Bangladesh remains in a state of disarray, a day after Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina stepped down after weeks of violent protests against her 15-year rule. President Mohammed Shahabuddin has dissolved parliament, paving the way for the formation of an interim government. Protest organisers are pushing for Nobel Peace Prize laureate Muhammad Yunus to lead as chief adviser of the interim government. Meanwhile, India's parliament also held an all-party meeting on the crisis in Bangladesh earlier today. Salman Saeed and Neha Poonia report from Dhaka and New Delhi respectively.

Workers' Party chief Pritam Singh and WP MP He Ting Ru asked Second Minister for Finance and deputy chairman of the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) Chee Hong Tat about a proposed deal for German financial services giant Allianz to buy a majority stake in Singapore's Income Insurance. Mr Singh asked if MAS, as regulator, has queried NTUC Income on the basis of its commitment that it will keep premiums affordable, especially for lower-income segments, in view of NTUC Enterprise's projected minority shareholding if the deal goes through. Read more: https://cna.asia/3WPbRoi Subscribe to our channel here: https://cna.asia/youtubesub Subscribe to our news service for must-read stories: Telegram - https://cna.asia/telegram WhatsApp - https://cna.asia/whatsapp Follow us: CNA: https://cna.asia CNA Lifestyle: http://www.cnalifestyle.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/channelnewsasia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/channelnewsasia Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/channelnewsasia TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@channelnewsasia

Affendi Yusoff, the man who is charged over the Yishun Ring Road murder, was taken back to the scene of the crime on Tuesday (Aug 6). He was taken to the 10th floor lift lobby where he allegedly killed Fiqri Choo Iskandar, as well as to a flat on the same floor. https://cna.asia/4ckJ4fM (Video: CNA/Ili Nadhirah Mansor & Wallace Woon) Subscribe to our channel here: https://cna.asia/youtubesub Subscribe to our news service for must-read stories: Telegram - https://cna.asia/telegram WhatsApp - https://cna.asia/whatsapp Follow us: CNA: https://cna.asia CNA Lifestyle: http://www.cnalifestyle.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/channelnewsasia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/channelnewsasia Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/channelnewsasia TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@channelnewsasia

After weeks of deadly unrest, Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina resigned and fled the country on Monday (Aug 5). Hundreds of demonstrators stormed and ransacked her official residence in capital Dhaka, while the military has said it would form an interim government. CNA’s Salman Saeed describes the current situation on the streets of Dhaka. Subscribe to our channel here: https://cna.asia/youtubesub Subscribe to our news service for must-read stories: Telegram - https://cna.asia/telegram WhatsApp - https://cna.asia/whatsapp Follow us: CNA: https://cna.asia CNA Lifestyle: http://www.cnalifestyle.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/channelnewsasia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/channelnewsasia Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/channelnewsasia TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@channelnewsasia

After weeks of protests against quotas for government jobs, Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina resigned and fled the country on Monday (August 5). Bangladeshi Army Chief, General Waker-Uz-Zaman has announced that an interim government would be formed, calling for peace and promising justice for those killed in weeks of unrest. https://cna.asia/3SxXK48 Subscribe to our channel here: https://cna.asia/youtubesub Subscribe to our news service for must-read stories: Telegram - https://cna.asia/telegram WhatsApp - https://cna.asia/whatsapp Follow us: CNA: https://cna.asia CNA Lifestyle: http://www.cnalifestyle.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/channelnewsasia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/channelnewsasia Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/channelnewsasia TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@channelnewsasia

Asian stocks on Tuesday (Aug 6) regained their footing after sweeping selloffs in global markets on Monday, fuelled by fears of a recession in the United States. The meltdown led to calls for the US Federal Reserve to cut interest rates before its next meeting in September. CNA’s Elizabeth Neo speaks to Dr Sam Chandan, founding director of the C. H. Chen Institute for Global Real Estate Finance at the NYU Stern School of Business, to find out how this is likely to impact the Fed’s monetary policy and the US economy. Subscribe to our channel here: https://cna.asia/youtubesub Subscribe to our news service for must-read stories: Telegram - https://cna.asia/telegram WhatsApp - https://cna.asia/whatsapp Follow us: CNA: https://cna.asia CNA Lifestyle: http://www.cnalifestyle.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/channelnewsasia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/channelnewsasia Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/channelnewsasia TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@channelnewsasia

Bangladesh's military took temporary control of the country on Tuesday (Aug 6) after mass deadly protests forced long-time Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to resign and flee. Her exit was a culmination of a student-led movement opposing job quotas that would disadvantage them, in a country where unemployment is rampant. Nusrat Chowdhury, associate professor of anthropology and sociology at Amherst College, tells CNA's Asia First that the country's citizens are tired of the violence and the uncertainty and they would like a peaceful transfer of power. Subscribe to our channel here: https://cna.asia/youtubesub Subscribe to our news service for must-read stories: Telegram - https://cna.asia/telegram WhatsApp - https://cna.asia/whatsapp Follow us: CNA: https://cna.asia CNA Lifestyle: http://www.cnalifestyle.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/channelnewsasia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/channelnewsasia Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/channelnewsasia TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@channelnewsasia

Riots erupted across England after three young girls were killed in a knife attack at a Taylor Swift-inspired dance class in the northwestern English seaside town of Southport. Before the suspect’s identity was confirmed, false rumours quickly spread online that the suspect was a Muslim asylum seeker. Political analyst Alexander Hilton shares with CNA’s Asia First his thoughts on the messy situation that the British government now has to tackle. Subscribe to our channel here: https://cna.asia/youtubesub Subscribe to our news service for must-read stories: Telegram - https://cna.asia/telegram WhatsApp - https://cna.asia/whatsapp Follow us: CNA: https://cna.asia CNA Lifestyle: http://www.cnalifestyle.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/channelnewsasia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/channelnewsasia Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/channelnewsasia TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@channelnewsasia

Mobs erupted across multiple towns and cities in England last week, in the worst rioting in 13 years. The eruption of anti-immigrant and far-right violence has seen demonstrators attacking mosques as well as hotels that shelter asylum seekers, clashing with police officers, and causing widespread unrest. Bruce Wilson, director of RMIT University’s European Union Centre of Excellence, tells CNA’s Asia Now what sparked the unrest. Subscribe to our channel here: https://cna.asia/youtubesub Subscribe to our news service for must-read stories: Telegram - https://cna.asia/telegram WhatsApp - https://cna.asia/whatsapp Follow us: CNA: https://cna.asia CNA Lifestyle: http://www.cnalifestyle.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/channelnewsasia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/channelnewsasia Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/channelnewsasia TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@channelnewsasia

Democrat Kamala Harris is expected to announce her vice-presidential pick on Tuesday (Aug 6) as she scrambles to introduce herself to the American public with a tour of battleground states just three months ahead of the United States presidential election. Frontrunners include Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz. John Aughenbaugh, associate professor of political science at the Virginia Commonwealth University, tells CNA’s Asia First Shapiro could help her convince moderate voters while Waltz could help pull progressive voters. Subscribe to our channel here: https://cna.asia/youtubesub Subscribe to our news service for must-read stories: Telegram - https://cna.asia/telegram WhatsApp - https://cna.asia/whatsapp Follow us: CNA: https://cna.asia CNA Lifestyle: http://www.cnalifestyle.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/channelnewsasia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/channelnewsasia Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/channelnewsasia TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@channelnewsasia

Yes, all of us have a credit score and that number gives a snapshot of your financial health. How do you find your score and make sense of it? In this episode of Money Talks, Wong Sok Quan from Credit Bureau Singapore gives a breakdown on how to read your credit score, and how it can affect your loan options and job opportunities.  0:00 Intro 5:50 Making sense of your credit score 7:17 Companies that check on their employees' score 9:34 Risks of applying for too much credit 12:30 Is having no credit a bad thing? Subscribe to our channel here: https://cna.asia/youtubesub Subscribe to our news service for must-read stories: Telegram - https://cna.asia/telegram WhatsApp - https://cna.asia/whatsapp Follow us: CNA: https://cna.asia CNA Lifestyle: http://www.cnalifestyle.com Facebook: / channelnewsasia Instagram: / channelnewsasia Twitter: / channelnewsasia TikTok: / channelnewsasia

For almost a decade, Pakistan has sought to revitalise its economy with the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor. But the project has been hit by security challenges, regional politics and delays. Hira Mustafa travelled to Gwadar port for this report.

Two groups will be making their National Day Parade debut this year, marching with the civilian contingents. A travel agency and a digital platform that connects neighbours are part of 14 made up of local social and economic groups. Charlotte Lim with more.

Safety and security will be top priorities at this year's National Day celebrations. This is why new tech to ensure smooth entry and exits from the area, as well as LED balloons to provide people with clear directions, will be used for the first time at Marina Bay. Authorities are expecting the crowd size to grow by up to 20 per cent compared to previous years. Claudia Lim with more.

The issue of the cancer-causing chemical formaldehyde in furniture will be discussed in Parliament this week. Six MPs have filed questions such as potential regulations on contractors and imports of building materials, as well as steps to tackle health concerns. Sherlyn Seah reports.

Young people in Singapore might not be the "strawberry generation" they have been perceived to be - soft, easily bruised and pessimistic. New research finds them largely satisfied with life, with more of them bouncing back from the COVID-19 pandemic with resilience. This is based on a six-year study by the Institute of Policy Studies and the National Youth Council. The Institute of Policy Studies and the National Youth Council surveyed more than 3,000 young Singaporeans aged 17 to 24 over a six-year period ended 2022. They found that nearly two of three respondents remained satisfied with their lives. CNA speaks to Dr Chew Han Ei, adjunct senior research fellow at the NUS Institute of Policy Studies, and David Chua, CEO of the National Youth Council Singapore.

Singapore's Loh Kean Yew pulled off a 23-21, 21-15 upset against China's Li Shifeng on Thursday (Aug 1) to book his spot in the quarter-finals at the Paris Olympics. With this, Loh equals the best performance by any Singapore badminton player at the Games

Transport Minister Chee Hong Tat said Bukit Panjang LRT is expected to become more reliable, with new train cars added. Two are already up and running, with the aim to upgrade the entire fleet of the 25-year-old line by 2026. New features include LCD monitors that display routes clearly, energy-saving LED lights and an upgraded air-con system. The new train cars will also be fitted with systems and sensors to better monitor and detect faults. This complements efforts to renew the ageing BPLRT system, like upgrading the operations control centre and power supply system. Claudia Lim reports.

Singapore badminton player Loh Kean Yew pulled off a 23-21, 21-15 upset against China's Li Shifeng on Thursday (Aug 1) to book his spot in the quarter-finals at the Paris Olympics. With this, Loh equals the best performance by any Singapore badminton player at the Games. https://cna.asia/3WtY455 Subscribe to our channel here: https://cna.asia/youtubesub Subscribe to our news service for must-read stories: Telegram - https://cna.asia/telegram WhatsApp - https://cna.asia/whatsapp Follow us: CNA: https://cna.asia CNA Lifestyle: http://www.cnalifestyle.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/channelnewsasia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/channelnewsasia Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/channelnewsasia TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@channelnewsasia

Among the 20 deals signed at the Singapore-Guangdong Collaboration Council meeting is one on exploring opportunities in driverless taxis. Singapore-based ComfortDelGro has signed a deal with Pony.ai to explore large-scale commercial robotaxi operations in China. There are over 50 Singapore entities in the China-Singapore Guangzhou Knowledge City. In 2023 alone, Knowledge City achieved a 21% GDP growth, reaching about US$4.2 billion. Deborah Wong reports.