South Asia

Suicide Bomber in Karachi killed Three Chinese teachers, Pakistani Driver
Police officers and journalists gathered at the scene of the bombing just outside the Confucius Institute at the University of Karachi in Karachi, Pakistan on Tuesday, April 26, 2022. Photo: Fareed Khan/ Associated Press

Protesters Storm the Streets of Sri Lanka as Financial Crisis Worsens
One man was killed and 13 more were injured after police opened fire at demonstrators this past Tuesday in Rambukkana, in central Sri Lanka.

Students in Northern India Protest Against Anti-Muslim Attacks
On Tuesday, a group of students outside Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI), a university in New Delhi, protested against the recent violence that broke out on the Jawaharlal Nehru University’s (JNU) campus.

Sri Lanka’s Economic Crisis: Explained
A 70 percent drop in foreign exchange reserves over the past two years has pushed the Sri Lankan economy under its worst economic slump in decades.

Danish Siddiqui’s Parents Take the Taliban To Court
The family of Reuters photojournalist Danish Siddiqui filed a formal complaint with the International Criminal Court on Tuesday, a year after he was killed in Afghanistan.

Why India is Silent When it Comes to Russia and Ukraine
The recent attacks carried out by Russia against Ukraine sparked controversy globally, with different countries talking about their stance and plans for action– all except India.

American Aid Grant Deepens Political Divide in Nepal
Opposition to the Millenium Challenge Compact (MCC) continued with a more recent riot that took place in Kathmandu, Nepal this past Sunday as the deal was being proposed to Parliament.

Schools in Southern India Shut Down as Country Debates Over Hijabs
The Karnataka government on Wednesday decided to abide by the High Court’s (HC) interim order of banning religious symbols in schools after a series of protests broke out against a ban in schools that prohibited Muslim students from wearing hijabs.