Economy
India plunges to 108th in gender equality ranking
Asia's big economies slip, with China in 100th place and Japan in 114th
Sri Lanka
Opinion
China's BRI could be administrative nightmare
Multilateral institution needed to give other countries a bigger voice
Politics
Tensions over Rohingya return highlight donor dilemmas
Moves to redistribute northern Rakhine land complicate refugee return plans
Politics
Thailand's long farewell to King Bhumibol Adulyadej
Bangkok comes to virtual standstill for cremation, most businesses closed in respect
Politics
No deal yet for Myanmar to take back Rohingya refugees
Meeting by ministers yields little concrete results
Politics
In Rohingya crisis, Myanmar again finds a best friend in China
Anti-Western sentiment spreads among citizens
Politics
Bangladesh cattle herds surge as India curbs smuggling
Apparel makers seize on higher beef prices to set up farms
Politics
Rohingya repatriation may begin soon -- but it will be slow
Myanmar minister says process can begin in November, but indicates a glacial pace
Economy
Nepal takes central role in China-India gold smuggling
Poor infrastructure and lax security blamed for upsurge
Capital Markets
Pakistan turns to Islamic finance market for support
Government seeks to raise up to $1bn to shore up foreign reserves
Politics
Myanmar can begin Rohingya repatriation next month, official says
Complex verification process could stretch out return over years
Politics
Myanmar minister: Rohingya repatriation can begin in November
Return could take 10 years to complete due to complex verification process
Opinion
Nobel award highlights Asia's nuclear challenge
Recognition of activist group is reminder of need to tackle regional nuclear proliferation
Economy
Japan's elder care schools struggle with new visa rules
New immigration law sees colleges rush to handle surge in international students
Economy
Economic breathing space is an opportunity to strengthen resilience
Tougher reforms needed to kick growth into higher gear
Politics
Regional risks are brewing in Bangladesh's Rohingya camps
Left unchecked, the refugee crisis could could fan terrorism and social unrest
Politics
Ahead of elections, Sharif's return heats up Pakistan politics
Tensions rise between PML-N and military
