NewsAsiaChinaIndiaAsha Bhosle: The sound of Bollywood dies aged 92Her infectious voice got fans dancing and singing, becoming the soundtrack for generations of Indians.6 hrs agoAsiaIndia refuses to criminalise marital rape. This new series shines a light on itChiraiya, which has drawn an audience of millions, has prompted conversations on social media around consent and misogyny.22 hrs agoAsiaKey state polls begin in test for Modi's partyModi's Bharatiya Janata Party is trying to expand into regions where it has struggled to gain a foothold.4 days agoAsiaIndia's lack of widebody aircraft a 'scandal', says incoming IndiGo chiefIndia’s aviation market is set to grow but is held back by limited long-haul capacity, says Willie Walsh.5 days agoAsiaAn inappropriate joke nearly ended his career. Now he's back with more humourA misfired joke nearly derailed Samay Raina’s comedy career. Now he’s back, reclaiming his voice.2 days agoAsiaThe high-stakes diplomacy that led to Pakistan hosting US-Iran peace talksCritical minerals, cryptocurrency, and CIA co-operation - how Asim Munir, Trump’s “favourite field marshal”, may have pulled off the diplomatic coup of the century.2 days agoAsiaIndia proposes new rules to regulate news and political posts on social mediaThe changes will give government more power over news-related posts shared by podcasters and influencers.3 days agoAsiaFeaturesIndia's high-growth economy gets a Middle East oil shockIndia's currency, stocks and growth projections take a beating as the country faces a triple energy shock due to Iran war.Migrant workers hit by cooking gas shortages are leaving citiesMigrant workers say they are struggling to access cooking gas cylinders as the Iran war squeezes supplies.You can hire house help in 15 minutes in India. But is the system fair?Instant house help brings speed and structure, but workers face tighter control and rising pressure in their jobs.The man who became one of India's greatest stage queensChapal Bhaduri was Bengal’s biggest stage queen - until women arrived and the spotlight moved on.How Bombay went from a fort city to a bustling metropolisA new exhibition charts Bombay's passage through the centuries via paintings, photographs and prints.WatchVideo shows moment point-blank gunshot misses Indian politicianSenior Kashmir leader Farooq Abdullah escaped unhurt after the incident and the suspect is in custody.Why India’s AI summit is key to its future in techThe BBC's Arunoday Mukharji explains why India needs to capitalise on the momentum.Watch: Singles pray to a goddess for love in BangkokA Lakshmi goddess shrine in Bangkok has become a place where young people come to pray for love and well-being.Watch: Furious fans invade pitch at Messi event in IndiaThousands of adoring supporters had paid up to 12,000 rupees (£100; $133) to catch a glimpse of the football star.Watch: BBC reports from scene of deadly Goa nightclub fireIndia Editor Vikas Pandey visits the Indian nightclub where 25 people were killed in a blaze.Latest updates6 hrs agoAsha Bhosle: The sound of Bollywood dies aged 92Her infectious voice got fans dancing and singing, becoming the soundtrack for generations of Indians.6 hrs ago22 hrs agoIndia refuses to criminalise marital rape. This new series shines a light on itChiraiya, which has drawn an audience of millions, has prompted conversations on social media around consent and misogyny.22 hrs ago2 days agoAn inappropriate joke nearly ended his career. Now he's back with more humourA misfired joke nearly derailed Samay Raina’s comedy career. Now he’s back, reclaiming his voice.2 days ago3 days agoDoctors to open baby loss hub in remote villageJames Cook Hospital staff are setting up a bereavement centre in a village in India.3 days ago3 days agoIndia proposes new rules to regulate news and political posts on social mediaThe changes will give government more power over news-related posts shared by podcasters and influencers.3 days ago4 days agoKey Indian state polls begin in test for Modi's partyModi's Bharatiya Janata Party is trying to expand into regions where it has struggled to gain a foothold.4 days ago5 days agoIndia's lack of widebody aircraft a 'scandal', says incoming IndiGo chiefIndia’s aviation market is set to grow but is held back by limited long-haul capacity, says Willie Walsh.5 days ago5 days agoIndian migrant workers hit by cooking gas shortages are leaving citiesMigrant workers say they are struggling to access cooking gas cylinders as the Iran war squeezes supplies.5 days ago6 days agoAir India CEO steps down early as losses mountWilson, whose term was set to end in 2027, will remain CEO and MD until a successor is appointed.6 days ago...
