South Asia
Florida’s Hidden Waters: A Subterranean Warning
We often talk about what's visible, what's on the surface, but the real battles for our planet are…
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India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, Nepal
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A Message in the Outback: US and Japan’s Military Exercises in Australia
Thousands of US and Japanese troops are engaged in extensive training exercises in the Australian Outback, underscoring a strategic pivot towards the Indo-Pacific region and a clear signal of unity against China's assertive stance.
3 months ago
Guo Wengui’s fall: what it means for the business of Chinese dissent
Guo Wengui, a self-proclaimed Chinese critic, has been sentenced to 30 years in a US jail for orchestrating elaborate fraudulent schemes, leaving victims and legitimate dissidents in his wake.
4 months ago
Indonesia’s Volleyball Victory Serves Up a New Era of National Pride
Indonesia's men's national volleyball team secured its first AVC Cup honors, marking a significant milestone in regional sporting excellence and a powerful symbol of national pride.
4 months ago
Forgotten Memos Challenge the Conventional Wisdom on Emperor Aurangzeb
A staggering 17th-century news report trove throws traditional chronicles into question, offering new insights into the intricate workings of the Mughal empire.
4 months ago
Forgotten news reports from 1600s reveal complex life in Mughal India
Historians are abuzz with the discovery of forgotten news reports from the 1600s that are transforming our understanding of life in Mughal India under Aurangzeb's reign
4 months ago
Earthquake of magnitude 5.5 strikes Pakistan, no reported damage, but a stark reminder of vulnerability
A magnitude 5.5 earthquake struck Pakistan, leaving residents on edge. Fortunately, there's no reported damage, but the close call serves as a stark reminder of the region's seismic vulnerability.
4 months ago
Iran Makes Quiet Move in Oil Market with Discounted Offers to India
Iran is quietly making its move in the oil market, offering its crude to Indian refiners at a discounted price, potentially changing the dynamics of the global oil trade.
4 months ago
Not passport, Aadhaar or voter ID: Which document actually proves you are an Indian citizen? FAQs answered
Not many Indians are aware that their passport is Not a definitive proof of citizenship. In fact, the Ministry of External Affairs has explicitly stated th
4 months ago
Row over alleged theft of donations from India’s landmark Ram temple
The Row over the alleged theft of donations from India's landmark Ram temple has sparked a heated debate, with many questioning the transparency and accoun
4 months ago
Venezuela earthquakes: At least 164 dead, 971 injured in quakes, says Delcy Rodriguez
As the devastating news emerges from Venezuela, one thing is clear: the recent earthquakes have left a trail of destruction in their wake, with the death t
4 months ago