Politics

Caste politics means Indian democracy has yet to mature

The old menaces of defection and casteist games return to the fore in the world's largest democracy

Pakistan's economic woes put PM Khan's future in doubt

Soaring inflation, unemployment and entrenched corruption and cronyism paint a bleak picture in the Islamic republic

Former priest to run for presidency in Timor-Leste

Vatican revoked Martinho Germano da Silva Gusmao's priesthood status to enable his bid for political office

Doubts over probe into grenade found at Sri Lankan church

Cardinal Ranjith calls for a transparent inquiry after a church caretaker is arrested

Cambodian court drops charges against CNRP activists

The decision follows a letter requesting Prime Minister Hun Sen's intervention

Pakistan protest over selection of minority parliamentarians

More than 300 Christians protest outside the Punjab Assembly against the 'undemocratic' selection system for minorities

North Korea fires more suspected missiles, flouts sanctions

South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff say North Korea fired two unidentified ballistic missile toward the East Sea

Guterres keen to continue as Timor-Leste president

He may be challenged by Jose Ramos-Horta with backing from fellow former leader Xanana Gusmao

Philippine bishop rebukes Marcos supporters

CBCP chief attacks claims by presidential hopeful's supporters that his father's martial law years were good for country

Christians demand direct voting for MPs in Pakistan

Christians unhappy with current system of filling minority seats in provincial and national assemblies

Cambodian influencer denies Hun Sen paid her $1m to switch sides

Celebrity Thy Sovantha says opposition leader Sam Rainsy's claims reflect a 'lack of wisdom'

Omicron threatens Cambodia's plans as chair of ASEAN

Attempts to bring Myanmar back into the fold are already facing delays

Ensuring dignity of workers 'means guaranteeing their safety'

Thai govt ramps up pressure on monarchy reformists

Global recognition for Indian Dalit rights activist

Caste politics means Indian democracy has yet to mature

29 die in stampede at Liberian prayer gathering

Indian Christians urge president to ensure their safety