All Asia: South & Central
First LookNarendra Modi's party falls short in key state electionsWith the opposition polling higher than expected, it is unlikely the Hindu nationalists will reach their goal of an assembly majority.聽
A city in India almost ran dry. What will prevent a repeat?After water-supply scares this summer, Chennai is welcoming fall rains. But residents worry better planning is needed to avoid long-term water issues.
Less Bollywood, more us: How India's weddings are changingIndian weddings are still sacrosanct. But more couples are changing up traditions, reflecting evolving views on money, gender, and happiness.
First LookUN mission finds evidence of 'genocidal acts' in MyanmarThe group says it has a list of more than 100 suspected actors in the war crimes that forced聽740,000 Rohingya to flee to Bangladesh in 2017.
First LookBeijing pushes TV, media in Pakistan alongside Belt and RoadChina plans to fund roads and other infrastructure through Pakistan, but its soft power also increasingly reaches west.聽
Afghan palace restoration: From icon of war to symbol of peace? (video)The Darulaman Palace, or 鈥淎bode of Peace,鈥� has been destroyed by decades of war. Today it鈥檚 being restored, as Afghans look for a brighter future.聽
First LookIndia, Nepal open South Asia's first cross-border oil pipelineThe 43-mile pipeline will likely strengthen ties between the two countries, free up border traffic, and bring fuel at affordable costs to Nepal.聽
Difference MakerThe woman who鈥檚 appeared for 700-plus exams 鈥� to help disabled studentsPushpa Nagaraj has volunteered as a scribe for hundreds of students with visual impairments in India, helping them navigate an exam-based system.
Cover StoryIndia rising: Can a giant democracy become an economic colossus?India is poised to become the world鈥檚 next economic colossus. But the culturally diverse country faces several challenges that could stifle its rise.
First LookIndia citizenship registry could leave millions statelessIndia's government will soon release a citizenship list in the state of Assam it hopes will stop unchecked immigration but could exclude millions.
Inside Kashmir鈥檚 lockdown: Barbed wire and a sense of lossIndia鈥檚 decision to revoke Kashmir鈥檚 special status and statehood has prompted a week of curfews, barbed wire, and confusion.
More like Modi: Hindu nationalists nurture the next generationHindu nationalists have launched new leadership programs for educated urban youth, designed to foster聽qualities that combat corruption.
First LookKashmir takeover flames tensions between India and PakistanWidescale arrests and communications blackout in Kashmir by Indian security forces has prompted Pakistan to suspend rail service and diplomatic ties.聽
First LookKashmir annexation reflects Modi's Hindu nationalist agendaThe annexation of Kashmir Monday marked a victory for the Hindu nationalism of Prime Minister Modi's party. The bid faced few obstacles in Parliament.
First LookIndian government ends Kashmir's special statusIndia revoked Kashmir's special status Monday, declaring the territory under its control.聽Pakistan says it will step up efforts to stop the order.
First LookShanghai tackles 9 million tons of waste one pile at a timeChina's largest city has rolled out a campaign to boost recycling and compost. Garbage must be sorted by wet, dry, recyclable, and hazardous waste.
First LookGeorgia protests lead to speaker resignation, stir tensions with RussiaProtesters Thursday called for the resignation of Georgia's parliamentary speaker and foreign minister, in addition to changes in election law. Georgia and Russia each blame the other for the violent protests sparked by the visit of a Russian lawmaker.
Difference Maker鈥楬ope to move forward鈥�: One refugee鈥檚 story of resolveWhen we think of refugees, we often think of hardship and dependency. One refugee鈥檚 story turns that perception on its head.聽
Road-melting heat becomes another part of the job for India鈥檚 day laborersRecord-breaking heat has driven many of India鈥檚 well-heeled into the comfort of air conditioning. But not everyone enjoys that luxury.
First LookJapan to provide economic aid to BangladeshJapan has promised $1.2 billion to support economic and infrastructural development as well as its own businesses in Bangladesh.聽
