The Big Story
Bollywood's gender revolution: Women are rewriting the rules
Exclusive Nikkei data analysis points to slow but significant change in India's prolific film industry
Editor's Picks
Asia Insight
Sri Lanka says IMF aid in reach after year of anger, hunger and fear
President hints new China letter will seal deal; local elections in focus
Agriculture
El Nino threatens more food price volatility, Louis Dreyfus says
European commodities merchant engages startups to address Asia's food insecurity
Aerospace & Defense Industries
Malaysian and Japanese drone startups jostle to lead global race
Aerodyne plans more acquisitions; Terra Drone expands in Middle East
Market Spotlight
EV boom creates unlikely stock market star in Thailand
Thai subsidiary of Taiwan's Delta Electronics becomes kingdom's most valuable company
Datawatch
Generative AI mania brings billions of dollars to developers
Total enterprise value jumps sixfold in two years to $48 billion
Interview
Japan's Norinchukin Bank 'vigilant' after slashing U.S. bond holdings: CIO
Farm lender's CLO position isn't especially large now, investment chief says
Business Spotlight
Indonesia and its ASEAN neighbors take to telemedicine
Growing populations, fewer physicians spur apps like Alodokter, Doctor Anywhere
China up close
Analysis: Xi wants China's security apparatus under his direct grip
Leader hurries to consolidate command following 'white paper' and 'white hair' movements
Tea Leaves
Is climate change killing the haiku?
Loss of distinct seasons threatens traditional Japanese culture
Insurance
Japan's MS&AD eyes closure of overseas locations, CEO says
Restructuring meant to shore up profits as insurer aims for 10% ROE groupwide
Asia Insight
Indonesia pre-election jostling threatens Jokowi's economic agenda
From Nusantara to EV batteries, president faces uphill battle to secure legacy
Market Spotlight
Hong Kong courts crypto industry as other governments crack down
Chinese territory is seen as 'desperate' to catch up with regional rival Singapore
Datawatch
Renewed China energy demand threatens to fuel global inflation
Crude oil seen topping $100 a barrel this year as Chinese economy picks up
Business Spotlight
India's surging SUV demand fueled by rough roads and big families
Sport utility vehicles overtake hatchbacks in accelerating auto market
China up close
Analysis: Xi ponders ramifications of supporting Russia
Could the US come to regard China as a state sponsor of terrorism?
Interview
Exxon to sell 'blue' ammonia to Asia from new Texas plant
Head of low-carbon business touts South Korea deal and opportunities in Japan
Interview
Japan to push for guidelines on cross-border data flows at G-7
Digital Minister Kono says global playbook needed to keep economies humming
Interview
China nuclear talks yet to gain traction: senior U.S. diplomat
Arms control undersecretary stresses need for risk reduction, understanding Beijing
Interview
Albania sees 'zero' benefits from China's '17+1' but will stay: PM
Edi Rama emphasizes dialogue with all as he explores granting NATO naval base
