Who is Dhruv Rathee? From Modi fan to Indian PM’s most formidable critic
When the 29-year-old YouTuber attacks Modi, he gets a bigger audience than any opposition leader. What’s his secret?
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India should think long and hard about joining AUKUS
The first challenge of participating in a security alliance lies in complying with the signed documents and operating principles. The US is currently playing a leading role in a number of security and defense cooperation mechanisms in the region and continent, in which the US is also a dominant factor in the foreign policies of members.
How a Japanese couple's idea of oneness spread pizza across Vietnam
TOKYO -- A Japanese couple has spent the past decade building a chain of restaurants in Southeast Asia, but Yosuke Masuko and Sanae Takasugi did not succeed with sushi, ramen or tempura; their specialty is pizza.
India's Adani to raise $3.5bn, as it expands emerging businesses
BENGALURU -- India's Adani conglomerate is aiming to raise up to 291 billion rupees ($3.5 billion), as it expands investments in business sectors such as airports, real estate and data centers.
Thailand aims to become first Southeast Asian BRICS member
BANGKOK -- Thailand will apply as soon as this month to join the BRICS bloc of emerging nations, the government said on Tuesday, aiming to team up with other Global South countries in boosting its presence on the global stage.
India election wraps up, East Asia powers meet, HK national security verdict
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India’s curry spice recalls in Singapore and Hong Kong prompt calls for tighter food safety standards
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