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Driving Global Innovations from Emerging Markets

"The West will meet the East in India and both will co-innovate new solutions for the entire world." more
The Tryst Betrayed: Reflections on Indian Diplomacy and Development by Jagat Mehta.

India to Strengthen Bonds with Neighbors for Regional Stability

India needs to make stronger efforts in building functional relationships with its neighbors for the country and the region. more
L to R: Musicians Rajendra Karn, Prem Raja Mahat, Danny Knicely, and Tara Linhardt celebrated the musical marriage between Nepal and Appalachia in DC on Dec. 7, 2010. (Szuhan Chen/Asia Society Washington Center)

A Musical Odyssey from Appalachia to Himalaya

What do Nepal and Appalachia have in common with two Virginia bluegrass musicians Danny Knicely and Tara Linhardt? more
Panelists Achim Dobermann (L), and Debashish Mitra (R), speak at Asia Society India Centre on Food Security in Asia. (Asia Society India Centre)

Never an Empty Bowl: Launch of Food Security Task Force Report

Asia Society India Centre launches Food Security Task Force Report with panelists Achim Dobermann and Debashish Mitra. more

Rivers of Ice

Rivers of Ice showcases the work of photographer and mountaineer David Breashears, who has retraced the steps of photographers of the past century to recapture images of these mountains and their glaciers from exactly the same vantage point more
Supporters of the Unified Communist Party of Nepal (Maoist) gather during celebrations of the 2nd anniversary of Republic Day in Kathmandu on May 29, 2010. (Prakash Mathema/AFP/Getty Images)

Behind Nepal's Impasse

After managing a relatively peaceful transformation, Maoists and rival parties are now circling one another warily. more
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Nepal NGO Wins 2009 Public Service Award

Prisoners Assistance Nepal (PA Nepal) wins 2009 award. more
Sexual Exploitation: Mumbai Prostitute. (Capitan Giona/Flickr)

Trafficking of Children for Prostitution and the UNICEF Response

The steps UNICEF is taking to combat trafficking. more
A Buddha statue in Sakya Monastery, Seattle, WA. (Wonderlane/flickr)

The Origins of Buddhism

The life of Buddha, the emergence of Buddhism, basic tenets, and major sects throughout Asia. more