India: The dark side of Hindu Holi
India’s festival of colour has become a day when women brace for harassment. His name was Hiranyakashipu, and he claimed to be equal to Lord Vishnu, the Preserver of the…
Plans for an ambitious six-nation film venture announced
Crews from Pakistan, Bangladesh, the US, the UK, Australia and HK to join hands for adaptation of Rabindranath Tagore’s classic Shasti (Punishment). Pakistani film producer Abid Merchant has announced plans…
Memorial ceremony for Chinese sea goddess Mazu held in Tianjin
People perform during a memorial ceremony for Chinese sea goddess Mazu in north China’s Tianjin Municipality, March 4, 2026. Gegu Baonianhui, a memorial ceremony for Chinese sea goddess Mazu observed…
Ethnic equestrian performances held to mark the Tibetan New Year in Lhasa, China’s Xizang
A equestrian performer warms up before the performances in Lhasa, southwest China’s Xizang Autonomous Region, Feb. 20, 2026. Monday was the Chinese New Year’s Eve, which was just one day…
People visit cultural scenic areas in Beijing to feel the festive atmosphere
People visit a Spring Festival fair at Longfusi in Beijing, capital of China, Feb. 18, 2026. People visit cultural scenic areas in Beijing to feel the festive atmosphere of the…
Hong Kong celebrates Year of the Horse with fireworks show
A firework show celebrating the Chinese New Year is staged over Victoria Harbor in Hong Kong, south China, Feb. 18, 2026. (Xinhua/Chen Duo) A 23-minute fireworks show lit up Hong…