Arts
How music rocked Sri Lanka's ruling class
After years underground, independent bands are wielding more political influence
South Asia
The Big Story
Counting the cost of climate change
Developing countries seek compensation for 'loss and damage' from global warming at upcoming COP27 summit
Society
Nine held over India bridge collapse that killed more than 130
Investigation committee formed as disaster looms over Gujarat elections
International relations
Pakistan PM Sharif lands in Beijing to discuss economy, debt
Leader to be one of first to meet Xi since he sealed third term in power
Opinion
As G-20 leader, India must champion developing nations' interests
New Delhi should put product standards and sharing of clean tech on agenda
Society
Death toll from India bridge collapse reaches 134; search goes on
Holiday sightseers had packed newly reopened structure over Machhu River
Politics
Pakistani journalist crushed by ex-PM Khan's truck
Death during political 'long march' prompts halt to party activities Sunday
Your Week in Asia
Vietnam leader in China, Hong Kong investment summit, COP 27
Your weekly lineup of Asia's biggest business and political events
Economy
India gets mixed marks on poverty, with hunger rank behind Pakistan
New Delhi slams 'misinformation' as other study hails 140m saved from destitution
Politics
Pakistan ex-PM Khan starts march to capital, pressuring government
Experts say ousted leader will remain a 'thorn' even if bid for early election fails
Technology
Digital wallets, other apps drive Pakistan's fintech ambitions
Analysts say technology is filling a vacuum left by traditional banks
Belt and Road
Pakistan, China aim to jump-start Belt and Road plans in key talks
Islamabad said to accept higher railway cost before PM Sharif's trip to Beijing
Life
India sees rise of 'silver divorces'
Some welcome trend to tackle old-age loneliness, others question impact on conservative society
Economy
IMF visits Bangladesh as short-term debt adds to reserve fears
Forex coffers at lowest level in over two years, expected to shrink further
Opinion
Reserve Bank of India should not fight so hard for the rupee
Weaker currency would help win share amid tightening export market competition
Natural disasters
Malaria, snakes, misery: Pakistan flood victims wait for elusive aid
Approach of winter raises fears of pneumonia, missed planting season
Politics
Pakistan's Khan to march on capital to call for early elections
Former prime minister announces 'long march' after being removed from parliament
Technology
India fines Google $113m in second antitrust penalty this month
U.S. tech giant found abusing market position to promote payments app
Politics
Indians laud Rishi Sunak becoming U.K.'s first nonwhite PM
Modi talks of 'living bridge'; other lndians revel in turning tables on old colonial power
