Stories about South Asia from February, 2011
Pakistan: Love Or Hate Valentine's Day
In Pakistan there is a growing opposition against Valentine's Day celebrations on religious and cultural grounds. But Pakistani blogger Adil Najam asks: “since when is mohabbat (love) not part of...
Bangladesh: World Cup Makeover Breaks The Law
The Bangladesh government has decided to remove beggars and hawkers from major streets of Dhaka city in preparation for the ICC Cricket World Cup. Rahnuma Ahmed reports that the police...
India: Magazines Trusted More Than Newspapers
Sans Serif informs citing statistics that Indians trust magazines more than newspapers.
The Psychology of Autocratic Dictators
Bangladesh, Canada And Beyond highlights the common psychology of the present and past autocratic dictators of the world.
Bangladesh: The Green Mosque
Bangladesh Unlocked writes about the green mosque at Sunamganj, which was built in the early part of the twentieth century.
Pakistan: Protests Against Impunity for US Diplomat Raymond Davis
Raymond Davis, an American diplomatic staff, is under investigation for the double murder of two Pakistani motorcyclists in Karachi, Pakistan. Following the US demand to release Davis, the protesters took to the streets in a country which already has increasing anti-US sentiments.
Bangladesh: Proposed International Airport Stumbles Over Environment Controversy
A recent venture by the Bangladesh government to takeover 25000 acres of wetlands (Arial Beel) 60km South of the capital city of Dhaka, for a proposed International airport and satellite city led to protests and violence in the area. Netizens too, reacted strongly to the government proposal citing the environmental impact and damage to the livelihoods.
Bhutan: Story Of A Sheep Endangered By Construction Boom
Kinley at Kuzu Bhutan Weblog tells a story, which is based on true life events of animals living in and around the expressway in Olakha, Thimphu. This area is experiencing...
Bangladesh: Tea Shops In Bangladesh
Bangladesh Unlocked reports with pictures about the different tea shops found in Bangladesh.
India, Bangladesh: How Many Bangladeshis Live In India?
Diganta Sarkar at The New Horizon discusses about the immigration issues between India and Bangladesh.
Goa: Liberation Day or Conquest Day?
Paulo Dias writes on the blog Niz Goenkar about the events of December 19, 1961 when the former Portuguese province of Goa was annexed by India. Dias takes this day,...
Convert Your Driving License To A Sri Lankan License
Need a driving license in Sri Lanka while you are visiting? Simon Shareef explains how to convert your foreign driving license to a Sri Lankan driving license.
Sri Lanka: Floods Causing Havoc In Badulla
P.B. Gowthamam reports about the devastating effects of floods on many parts of Badulla in Sri Lanka. The blogger also post pictures of the devastations.
Nepal: Parliament Finally Elects A Prime Minister
After months of infighting, bickering and a record setting 17 attempts, Nepal finally has elected a Prime Minister. Jhala Nath Khanal, leader of the Communist Party of Nepal (UML), was sworn in on Sunday, at a ceremony in capital Kathmandu.
Pakistan: Karachi Literature Festival 2011
“The second Karachi literature festival 2011 took place on 5th and 6th February at Carlton hotel in Karachi”, reports Rabia Sheikh at Chowrangi.
India: What Is Wrong In Being A Homemaker?
Jaya brings on a debate in her blog, which was aired in an Indian TV show recently: “What is wrong in being a homemaker?”
Bangladesh: 100 Lashes For A Rape Victim And The Judiciary
RealTimeBangladesh writes about Hena, the latest victim of village (un) justice in Bangladesh, who died while sustaining a 100 lashes punishment for being raped. Although such fatwa are illegal by...
Bangladesh: Dhaka During The Hartal Hours
Photoblogger Monirul Alam shares photos of the Hartal (general strike) called by the opposition which took place today in Dhaka and elsewhere in Bangladesh.
Pakistan: For A Free And Fair Judiciary
Fateema Saleem opines on the protection of minorities in Pakistan: “had the lawyers and the human rights activists in Pakistan really toiled for a free and fair judiciary all these...
Bangladesh: Chobi Mela – Challenging The Western Hegemony In Photography
Chobi Mela (Photo fair) is a biennial international festival of photography being held in Bangladesh since 2000. This festival showcases the work of Bangladeshi artistes alongside the most exciting works of photographers from the rest of the world.
Nepal: A Smart Move By Prachanda
Paramendra Bhagat opines that supporting Jhalanath Khanal to be elected as Nepal's new Prime Minister was a smart political move by Maoist political leader Prachanda.
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