Can India’s grand old party regain its former glory?
The Indian National Congress party has high hopes of returning to its heyday of political dominance. Rahul Gandhi, the son and grandson of former prime ministers, is leading the way.
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Pakistan: Why Swat locals are angry with both the military and the Taliban
A deadly attack on a school van in Pakistan’s Swat Valley has sparked fears of a resurgence in Taliban activity in the northwestern region. Thousands have protested against the possible Taliban return to the area.
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Bangladesh: Mob kills 2 Rohingya leaders in refugee camp
Police in Bangladesh said Sunday that two Rohingya leaders had been murdered by a mob as the overall security of almost one million refugees in a sprawling set of camps becomes ever more precarious.
Can India’s grand old party regain its former glory?
The Indian National Congress party has high hopes of returning to its heyday of political dominance. Rahul Gandhi, the son and grandson of former prime ministers, is leading the way.
Read the full story here.
Nepal: Why menstrual huts still exist despite being illegal
The government has tried to intervene, but the centuries-old custom of “chhaupadi” has been difficult to eliminate owing to deep-rooted fears and taboos.
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