India has put on hold the execution of a prisoner, sentenced to death for his…
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Japanese retail sales rise more than expected
Japanese retail sales rose more than expected in February, indicating that consumer confidence is improving.
Indonesia women’s group slams miniskirt comment
Indonesia's commission for women's rights condemned on Thursday a minister's suggestion that miniskirts be banned…
India to review gold tax but import duty to stay
The Indian government has said it will review a new tax on unbranded gold jewellery,…
India army chief says nation’s defences obsolete
Much of India's defence equipment is "obsolete" and the forces are "woefully short" of weapons,…
US could fly spy drones from Australian territory
Australia on Wednesday said it may allow Washington to use its territory to operate long-range…
Pakistan army chief meets top US commanders
Pakistan's army chief held talks Wednesday with top U.S. commanders for the first time since…
Burma’s top general defends army’s role in politics
The head of the Burmese army has defended the military's dominant role in politics, insisting…
Hundreds of Afghan women jailed for ‘moral crimes’
Hundreds of Afghan women are in jail for "moral crimes", including running away and extra-marital…
Probe finds high radiation in damaged Fukushima reactor
The operator of Japan's crippled Fukushima nuclear plant has said damage to one of the…