No evidence found behind Indian attacks
Posted on 05. Jan, 2010 by Editorial Department in Asia
CANBERRA – Australia said on Tuesday there was no evidence of a racial motive behind a series of attacks on Indian students, including the killing of an Indian graduate that threatens a diplomatic rift with New Delhi. (more…)
Why the controversy over plans for Telangana?
Posted on 05. Jan, 2010 by Editorial Department in Asia
NEW DELHI – Violent protests for and against carving a new state called Telangana out of Andhra Pradesh have been disrupting life there for weeks.
On Tuesday the central government postponed a decision to bifurcate the southern state following protests by political parties. (more…)
Pakistan amnesty case stirs tension, bombs kill 21
Posted on 07. Dec, 2009 by Editorial Department in Asia
ISLAMABAD - Pakistan’s top court began hearing challenges on Monday to an amnesty order that could deepen political tension in a nuclear-armed country already facing pressure to fight Taliban militants on several fronts. (more…)
India and Russia partner with arms, atom deals
Posted on 07. Dec, 2009 by Editorial Department in Asia
MOSCOW – Russia and India stressed their strategic partnership on Monday, agreeing to boost military ties and cooperate in the civilian use of nuclear technology, but gave few details. (more…)