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The Latest Breaking News from South Asia

Why does South Asia have the world’s worst air pollution?

Smog-ridden cities in Bangladesh, Pakistan and India had the poorest air quality last year, says report.

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Why are South Asians going to fight in the Russia-Ukraine war?

Young men from India, Nepal and Sri Lanka are on the front lines of Russia’s war on Ukraine.

Al Jazeera

Up to civil society to bring about change, says Aakar Patel

Author Aakar Patel advocates for a more open and outward-looking South Asia in the face of democratic challenges.

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The improbable victory over smallpox holds lessons for health threats in 2024

Physician Céline Gounder traveled to India and Bangladesh to bring back unheard stories from the eradication of smallpox, many from health workers whose voices have been missing from the record.

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Karnataka’s economic engine not geographically balanced, says chairman of CII Karnataka

Karnataka makes a significant contribution to the country’s GDP, yet the State’s economic engine has not been geographically balanced, said N. Venu, MD & CEO, India & South Asia, Hitachi Energy. “Despite Karnataka’s significant growth and contribution to the GDP, its economic engine has not been geographically balanced, and the…

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Are snakebites rising in South Asia — and what’s responsible?

A study from Sri Lanka suggests climate change will spark a rise in the numbers of people receiving snakebites.

Al Jazeera

From South Asia to Mexico, from slave to spiritual icon, this woman's life is a snapshot of Spain's colonization – and the Pacific slave trade history that books often leave out

Jan. 5, 2024, marked 336 years since the passing of an extraordinary woman you have probably never heard of: Catarina de San Juan.

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Indian economy outperforming peers; projected to grow at 6.2% in 2024: United Nations

“India is projected to grow at 6.2% in 2024, supported by robust domestic demand and strong growth in the manufacturing and services sectors,” the United Nations has said. The UN World Economic Situation and Prospects (WESP) 2024 report, launched on January 4, said that gross domestic product in South Asia…

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Bhutan to have 1,000-sq. km. green city along Assam border ‘connecting South Asia to Southeast Asia’

Bhutan's King announces plans to build a massive "international city" in 1,000 sq. km. area, connecting South Asia with Southeast Asia.

The Hindu

Flooding linked to 150,000 infant deaths

New research links more than 150,000 infant deaths to 30 monsoons in the South Asian country

Salon

India’s growing neighbourhood dilemmas

If India does not take innovative measures, there is a good chance that it will be geopolitically locked in within an unfriendly South Asia

The Hindu

Maski that unmasked the mysterious Devanampiye and established him as Emperor Ashoka

Devanampiye and Piyadasi (meaning ‘Devanampriya’ and ‘Priyadarshi’ in Sanskrit and ‘beloved of the gods’ and ‘one with a benevolent gaze’ in English) were the two names that were widely referred to, either separately or together, in the ancient inscriptions and Buddhist literature found across South Asia. Since nobody could authentically…

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Milestone for LGBTQ+ rights as Nepal hosts South Asia's first trans marriage

Nepal has registered its first LGBTQ+ marriage in what is being hailed as a victory for transgender and same-sex couples in conservative South Asia.

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Mangaluru based CHD Group to lead global delegation at COP28 in UAE

CHD Group will lead a 7-member delegation of experts from South Asia, Africa and Iran to the blue zone of the high-level meetings, and engage with different stakeholders around the globe in discussions pertaining to public health consequences of climate change, just energy transition, fossil fuel reduction and food security…

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Celebrations As Nepal Registers First LGBTQ Marriage

An LGBTQ couple has acquired a marriage certificate in Nepal, officials said Thursday, a first in South Asia and hailed by the pair as a win "for all".

Dynamite News

Social media helping to protect biodiversity: Study

Nature photographers using social media to post their work are helping enhance biodiversity conservation mapping in South Asia and the concept has the potential to spread globally. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Hindu

Antimicrobial resistance a significant threat to global public health: WHO

WHO warns of 1.27M deaths/yr due to AMR, 3.89K in South Asia. Without action, 10M deaths/yr & $100T loss to global economy by 2050. Factors like population density, limited access to healthcare & misuse of antimicrobials make South-East Asia particularly prone to AMR. World Antimicrobial Awareness Week (Nov 18-24) to…

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EXPLAINED | Why is South Asia the global hotspot of pollution?

South Asia: air pollution disrupts lives; caused by industries, vehicles, burning of agricultural waste; need for coordination, local solutions, subsidies for better harvesting machines. #SouthAsia #AirPollution #Coordination #LocalSolutions #Subsidies

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Decolonising sci-fi and fantasy books | South Asian authors share notes on reclaiming literature

South Asian authors are reclaiming science fiction and fantasy genres. They write books set in their own countries, featuring customs and characters that are true to their life experiences. Works by Lavanya Lakshminarayan, Samit Basu, Saad Z. Hossain, Usman T. Malik, Yudhanjaya Wijeratne, Vajra Chandrasekera, Tashan Mehta, Prashanth Srivatsa, Bina…

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South Asia is expected to grow by nearly 6% this year, making it the world's fastest-growing region

The World Bank says South Asia is expected to grow by 5.8% this year, making it the fastest-growing region in the world even as the pace remains below pre-pandemic levels

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Serious study of South Asia needed, says Himal Southasian founding editor

Chennai's Kanak Mani Dixit spoke of the importance of South Asia, yet its discussion is hindered by hyper-nationalism. He urged scholars to consider the future of the subcontinent and to study the idea of South Asian regionalism. He highlighted the need for cross-border collaborations to tackle vector diseases and other…

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Global warming, longer monsoon rains making dengue deadlier in South Asia

Experts say rising temperatures and longer monsoon seasons are providing ideal breeding conditions for mosquitoes.

The Hindu

The northern plains of India is the most polluted region | Data

AQLI data shows failure to meet WHO's PM2.5 guideline cuts global life expectancy by 2.3 years. South Asia is worst affected, with Bangladesh losing 6.8 years & India 5.3 years. China stands out due to its success in reducing pollution by 42.3%, extending life expectancy by 2.2 years.

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Due to stagnant income levels, 74% in India can’t afford a healthy diet: UN agency report | Data

India's cost of a healthy diet is lowest among BRICS and neighbours, but 74% of population unable to afford it. The cost has risen 9% in Asia since 2019, while the number of people unable to afford it has increased by 92% worldwide. South Asia has the highest number and…

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Resolution of Kashmir dispute essential for sustainable peace in South Asia: Chargé d’affaires of Pakistan High Commission

Resolution of the Kashmir dispute is essential for “sustainable peace” in South Asia, Aizaz Khan, the Chargé d’affaires of the High Commission of Pakistan said.

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