Politics
Suicide blast in Pakistan kills at least 52, injures over 50
Bombing comes amid surge in attacks raising stakes ahead of January elections
South Asia
Economy
Malaysia and Thailand GDP outlooks cut as China slows: JCER
Economists also warn that El Nino's swelter will impact India and Indonesia
Politics
Maldives' ex-President Nasheed plays kingmaker in election runoff
Pro-India Solih, China-friendly Muizzu set for final showdown on Saturday
Markets
China jitters turn private equity investors toward India, Indonesia
But analysts warn of steep learning curve, limited exit routes for dealmakers
Opinion
Working with Gulf states, India can build a new center of power
'IMEC' could point the way forward for emergence of world's 'fourth pole'
Sri Lanka crisis
Sri Lanka fails first IMF review, no timeline for further aid
Fund says crisis-hit economy needs tax reforms to boost coffers
Opinion
Even democratic BRICS value solidarity more than democratic values
G20 summit outcome shows shift in group's balance of power
International relations
China's media mouthpieces troll West over India-Canada spat
From Sri Lanka to Pakistan, Sikh separatist killing stirs mix of reactions
Energy
$100 oil unlikely to dent Asian demand in short term: analysts
China and India expected to keep buying in part thanks to 'sanctions discount'
International relations
India will look into any 'specific' info on Sikh separatist killing in Canada
Foreign minister says New Delhi is open to probing Hardeep Singh Nijjar's death
International relations
Canadian general says rift with India 'not affecting' military ties
Ottawa takes part in Delhi meeting of officials from over 30 Indo-Pacific armies
Climate Change
IEA says route to net zero requires more cash and less politics
Many regions have been sweltering as temperatures hit record levels
Comment
India unlikely to solve Japan's labor shortage
Language hurdles and low salaries make other countries more attractive
International relations
India's Canada spat clouds ties with West as Delhi hosts army chiefs
This week's military conference could prove awkward -- or help dial down tensions
Opinion
India is serious about becoming a global electronics hub
While policy tensions remain, subsidies and reforms prove government commitment
International relations
U.S. envoy's Gwadar tour shows Pakistan's evolving China strategy
Islamabad balances superpowers while seeking stronger hand for Beijing negotiations
Economy
Pakistan army trades tanks for tractors in food-security push
Sprawling military-run farms stoke backlash over armed forces' pervasive presence
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International relations
India spars with China over visas for Asian Games athletes
Modi's sports minister cancels visit to the host nation in protest
International relations
Nepal PM jets from U.S. to China to talk connectivity, security
Pushpa Kamal Dahal's trip follows India visit, highlights balancing act
Opinion
Fresh faces are shaking up politics in Nepal
2022 election victors have had rapid impact but endurance not yet clear
International relations
Quad ministers urge U.N. members not to trade weapons with North Korea
Foreign ministers make plea after last week's Putin-Kim summit in Russia
Opinion
Imitators are adopting Chinese tactics to quash online critics
Allies like Cambodia and Bangladesh are deploying fake voices to drown out dissent
Bonds
J.P. Morgan includes Indian government debt in global bond index
Analysts expect move to lower cost of borrowing, help fund infrastructure
Politics
India passes quota for women in Parliament, bickers over timeline
Law will reserve one-third of lower house seats -- but not soon