Sri Lanka
International relations
Mahathir's Muslim summit turns Malaysia-Saudi ties bitter
The kingdom may cut hajj pilgrimage quotas for Malaysians in retaliation
Politics
Hundreds arrested in India during days of protests over citizenship law
At least 19 killed in clashes between police and protesters
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Thai King, Hong Kong protests, Japan's sleeping diamonds
International relations
Flood of Chinese onions shows Nepal's push to ease India reliance
Kathmandu responds to Indian export ban by looking north
Tea Leaves
Small border crossings can have big dimensions
India and Pakistan test if a frontier gate can help build some trust
Life
Digital platforms help to save traditional Nepalese homes
Refurbishment boom sustains local culture but sometimes threatens authenticity
Kashmir turmoil
Kashmir conflict takes toll on India and Pakistan economies
Business groups step up calls to improve economic ties
International relations
Modi-Abe summit postponed amid protests over citizenship bill
Bangladeshi minister also cancels visit as tensions in northeast India escalate
Opinion
India's citizenship changes are immoral and self-defeating
Making it harder for Muslims to become citizens risks global backlash
Economy
Khan boasts of Pakistan's economic revival despite slow demand
Cheap currency reduces current-account deficit, but interest rate stays high
Belt and Road
China grips Sri Lanka with artificial island off Colombo
Development and legal framework draw 'one country, two systems' comparison
Opinion
Asia must rethink its cities to make the most of urbanization
Detailed maps, better transport and affordable homes are vital for growth
Economy
Sri Lanka awaits winter tourists to revive terror-hit sector
Some flights resume, bringing hope of earlier-than-expected recovery
Asia Insight
Nepal's territorial flare-ups with India and China test its finesse
Public outcries imperil Himalayan nation's development strategy
Opinion
Pakistan says railways on track to success
Upgrade of 1,900 km of railway has 'tremendous momentum'
Belt and Road
US attack on China's Belt and Road puts Pakistan in tough spot
Islamabad sides with Beijing over CPEC but keeps response measured
Opinion
China and India must address causes of migration to stop human traffic
Larger Asian countries are closing their borders, just like West and Gulf states
Politics
Malaysia considers purchase of Indian jet fighters
Kashmir tensions fail to stymie trade as Kuala Lumpur looks to upgrade air force