Explosion and fire at chemical factory in India kills at least 9, injures 64
THANE, India (AP) — An explosion and fire at a chemical factory in western India killed at least nine people and 64 were injured, officials said Friday.
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Farmers in India are weary of politicians’ lackluster response to their climate-driven water crisis
BEED, India (AP) — On a stifling hot day this May, farm worker Shobha Londhe is reminded of the desperate conditions that led her husband to take his own life. It’s the hottest and driest summer in years, she said, and for farm workers that often means little to no income, rising debts and intolerable heat.
Thai PM Srettha, Singapore Deputy PM Gan to speak at Future of Asia forum
TOKYO -- The second day of Nikkei's flagship annual conference, the Future of Asia, will kick off with a session with Srettha Thavisin, prime minister of Thailand.
How do you find a bride? The new struggle in crisis-hit rural India
As climate change, low earnings and high debts batter them, young male farmers can’t find women willing to marry them.
CNBC's Inside India newsletter: The secret of the stock market rally
This report is from this week's CNBC's "Inside India" newsletter which brings you timely, insightful news and market commentary on the emerging powerhouse and the big businesses behind its meteoric rise. Like what you see? You can subscribe here.
From South Korea to India, devotees mark the birthday of Buddha with lanterns and prayers
A devotee knelt and gently touched his head on the dome of the Boudhanath Stupa, an iconic Buddhist monument in Kathmandu, as a mark of reverence on Thursday, which marks the birth of Buddha.
Volkswagen in concrete discussions over car partnerships in India
Volkswagen is in concrete talks about partnering up on passenger car production in India, the group's finance chief said on Thursday, adding it was tough to earn money in the market that still presents a "clear" opportunity.