INDIA

India is building the world's tallest statue at a cost of almost $340 million, honoring one of the country's founding fathers.

Lower gold prices have yet to bring a fresh wave of bargain buying from China and India, whose investors may be turned off by the metal’s volatility.

Five of the 10 most satisfying destinations for expats are in Asia, HSBC says.

Growing demand for gold has put the world’s largest importer of the precious metal in an economic bind.

He’s certainly saved tons of money on shaving cream over the years. Ram Singh Chauhan was given the title of “World’s Longest Mustache” by Guinness for his 14-foot long mustache he hasn’t trimmed in 32 years.

The Food and Drug Administration tested imported spices over a three-year period and found many contaminated with “filth” such as salmonella, insects and hair.

Pakistan's Geo-TV has earned the wrath of many conservatives over what they view as corrupt content and pro-Indian propaganda.

Forbes' latest list of the most powerful people is a window into the world's shifting power base.

Market's direction could depend on which interpretation of the FOMC’s comments sticks, while earnings too will have an impact on stocks.

Japanese pension funds remain healthy gold investors, according to the World Gold Council.

Only one U.S. city made Lonely Planet’s 2014 watch list, and it’s not one of North America’s coastal charmers.

Myanmar's rice exports fell 38 percent this year, stumping the nation's hope of becoming a major exporter.

Researchers have identified a new species of humpback dolphin off the coast of Australia. The new dolphin species, a member of the family of humpback dolphins, has yet to be named.

Ahmedabad is about 83 percent Hindu and 14 percent Muslim.

Russia sold 12,000 ounces of gold in September, a move that may have surprised gold markets.

The Indian outsourcing firm may have to pay $35 million for using B-1 visas in place of H-1B visas to bring workers into the U.S.

South Asia has some of the highest infant mortality rates in the world.

The second consecutive interest rate hike comes amid stubborn inflation, which is likely to remain high in coming months.

Banksy's month-long journey in New York City is nearing its end, and as we say goodbye to the "Better Out Than In" exhibit, it's time New York says "Hello" to a new street artist.

Women have caught up in some areas in some places, but they are still far behind in the political arena, particularly.

Multinational conglomerates are trying to make a difference in the poorer parts of the world.