 |

Geologists study mystery of 'eternal flames'
"Eternal flames" fueled by hydrocarbon gas could shine a light on the presence of natural gas in underground rock layers and conditions that let it seep to the surface, according to research by geol ... more
|  |

India says working on new border agreement with China
India said Saturday it was working with China on a new border defence cooperation agreement as the neighbours seek to repair the damage from a border flare-up that highlighted long-rumbling tensions. ... more
|  |

Sharif picks finance minister as Pakistan stocks hit high
Pakistan election-winner Nawaz Sharif has picked a veteran finance minister to serve in his cabinet as Karachi stocks hit an all-time high Monday over hopes his pro-business agenda can revive the economy. ... more
|  |

Bangladesh issues cyclone alert
Bangladesh warned millions of people Monday that a cyclone could barrel into their coastal homes later this week as authorities in Myanmar began moving potential victims to higher ground. ... more
|