Rescuers in India tunnel collapse change approach as frantic efforts pass one-week mark
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Why is an Indian state punishing live-in relationships?
Couples must register with the government, or risk going to jail. That’s in a law, which critics say is also part of the ruling BJP’s attempts to push its Hindu majoritarian agenda.
Indian town sets a curfew and orders police to shoot violators after deadly clashes over a mosque
LUCKNOW, India (AP) — Authorities in a northern Indian town imposed an indefinite curfew and ordered police to shoot violators after clashes over the construction of a Muslim seminary and a mosque left two people dead and more than 150 injured, officials said Friday.
Senators approve an Asia veteran as No. 2 diplomat, underscoring US efforts to keep focus on China
WASHINGTON (AP) — Senators on Tuesday confirmed a veteran of U.S.-Asian engagement and security as the State Department’s second-ranking diplomat, in an overwhelmingly bipartisan vote.
Letter from Nikkei Asia's editor: Nothing left to chance
Hello from London. I am in town for a short visit to meet with colleagues and discuss various editorial priorities. As we all know, 2024 is a big election year, and elections are always a hot topic. That is why many of my newsletters inevitably focus on the upcoming votes.
India to end free movement policy with Myanmar for 'internal security'
NEW DELHI — India said on Thursday (Feb 8) it would end a decades-old visa-free movement policy with Myanmar for their border citizens for reasons of national security and to maintain the demographic structure of its northeastern region.
Malaysia’s top court invalidates Sharia state laws, provoking Islamist backlash
Malaysia’s top court Friday struck down over a dozen Shariah-based state laws, saying they encroached on federal authority, a decision denounced by Islamists who fear it could undermine religious courts across the country.
Demolition of Muslim Properties Sets Off Deadly Violence in India
The demolition of a mosque and a Muslim seminary has led to deadly clashes and an internet shutdown in northern India. The flare-up, in the hill state of Uttarakhand, is the latest bout of sectarian tensions as Muslim sites have become a broader target of the Hindu right wing after the opening of a major temple last month.