https://www.scidev.net/asia-pacific/rss.xml/?type=headerAsia & Pacific RSS feeds.Sat, 11 Apr 2026 12:01:35 GMTenhttps://www.scidev.net/asia-pacific/news/indian-wastewater-rife-with-drug-resistance-genes/https://www.scidev.net/asia-pacific/news/indian-wastewater-rife-with-drug-resistance-genes/Scientists found an abundance of genes resistant to common antibiotics in India’s urban wastewater. Thu, 9 Apr 2026 03:09:48 GMT+0000K.S. Harikrishnanhttps://www.scidev.net/asia-pacific/opinions/qa-kerala-taps-microbe-for-health-farming-gains/https://www.scidev.net/asia-pacific/opinions/qa-kerala-taps-microbe-for-health-farming-gains/Kerala’s new ‘state microbe’ and microbiome research hub eye sustainable solutions for health and environment. Thu, 2 Apr 2026 09:33:10 GMT+0000Ranjit Devrajhttps://www.scidev.net/asia-pacific/opinions/qa-india-must-ready-tools-to-prevent-virus-outbreaks/https://www.scidev.net/asia-pacific/opinions/qa-india-must-ready-tools-to-prevent-virus-outbreaks/From rotaviruses to flu, vaccines are key to protecting the vulnerable and preventing future pandemics, says India’s Gagandeep Kang. Fri, 16 Jan 2026 02:46:47 GMT+0000Papiya Bhattacharyahttps://www.scidev.net/asia-pacific/supported-content/climate-pests-and-pollution-fuel-crop-losses-across-india/https://www.scidev.net/asia-pacific/supported-content/climate-pests-and-pollution-fuel-crop-losses-across-india/Researchers harness satellite data as extreme weather, crop pests, and surface ozone hit India’s harvests. Fri, 9 Jan 2026 01:23:13 GMT+0000Ranjit Devrajhttps://www.scidev.net/asia-pacific/news/indias-ai-monsoon-predictions-inspire-investment/https://www.scidev.net/asia-pacific/news/indias-ai-monsoon-predictions-inspire-investment/Gates Foundation invests in weather prediction benchmarking in Africa after success of India’s AI model. Thu, 30 Oct 2025 01:44:34 GMT+0000Ranjit Devrajhttps://www.scidev.net/asia-pacific/news/low-cost-fixes-can-ease-heat-stress-for-garment-workers/https://www.scidev.net/asia-pacific/news/low-cost-fixes-can-ease-heat-stress-for-garment-workers/Reflective roofs and fans could protect garment workers in Bangladesh from extreme heat say researchers. Fri, 24 Oct 2025 11:13:21 GMT+0000Neena Bhandarihttps://www.scidev.net/asia-pacific/opinions/qa-philanthropy-partners-vital-for-global-health/https://www.scidev.net/asia-pacific/opinions/qa-philanthropy-partners-vital-for-global-health/WHO’s Western Pacific regional director, Saia Ma’u Piukala, reflects on the importance of philanthropic partnerships as US withdraws support. Fri, 10 Oct 2025 01:05:42 GMT+0000Neena Bhandarihttps://www.scidev.net/asia-pacific/news/indian-black-scorpion-venom-holds-key-to-new-antidote/https://www.scidev.net/asia-pacific/news/indian-black-scorpion-venom-holds-key-to-new-antidote/Research into the venom of the Indian black scorpion has led to a possible new antivenom specific to the species. Thu, 21 Aug 2025 03:13:09 GMT+0000Ranjit Devrajhttps://www.scidev.net/asia-pacific/news/philippines-steps-up-fight-against-african-swine-fever/https://www.scidev.net/asia-pacific/news/philippines-steps-up-fight-against-african-swine-fever/Philippines unveils new diagnostic technologies for African Swine Fever as vaccine controversies persist. Fri, 8 Aug 2025 12:35:32 GMT+0000Gilbert Felongcohttps://www.scidev.net/asia-pacific/news/young-innovators-tackle-indias-arsenic-tainted-water/https://www.scidev.net/asia-pacific/news/young-innovators-tackle-indias-arsenic-tainted-water/Indian innovators are developing digital sensors to rapidly detect arsenic in groundwater. Wed, 30 Jul 2025 12:12:08 GMT+0000Papiya Bhattacharyahttps://www.scidev.net/asia-pacific/news/faster-global-warming-linked-to-chinese-aerosol-cuts/https://www.scidev.net/asia-pacific/news/faster-global-warming-linked-to-chinese-aerosol-cuts/Asia is warming twice as fast as the global average – a trend linked to Chinese air pollution policies. Wed, 23 Jul 2025 12:21:20 GMT+0000Ranjit Devrajhttps://www.scidev.net/asia-pacific/news/sri-lanka-ban-halts-crucial-marine-data-collection/https://www.scidev.net/asia-pacific/news/sri-lanka-ban-halts-crucial-marine-data-collection/Scientists say an aborted Norwegian research vessel mission has disrupted advances in ocean knowledge. Mon, 14 Jul 2025 01:35:47 GMT+0000Malaka Rodrigohttps://www.scidev.net/asia-pacific/news/peak-flows-in-indias-ganges-river-basin-plummeting/https://www.scidev.net/asia-pacific/news/peak-flows-in-indias-ganges-river-basin-plummeting/India’s biggest river basin is seeing peak flows deciding by over a sixth every decade. Thu, 3 Jul 2025 02:42:53 GMT+0000Madhukara Puttyhttps://www.scidev.net/asia-pacific/news/malaria-elimination-chances-receding-in-asia-pacific/https://www.scidev.net/asia-pacific/news/malaria-elimination-chances-receding-in-asia-pacific/Climate change, conflicts, drug resistance and funding cuts block progress towards ending malaria in the Asia Pacific region by 2030. Fri, 20 Jun 2025 04:08:05 GMT+0000Joel Adrianohttps://www.scidev.net/asia-pacific/news/india-pakistan-water-pact-outdated-in-climate-era/https://www.scidev.net/asia-pacific/news/india-pakistan-water-pact-outdated-in-climate-era/Suspended Indus Water Treaty should be reworked to factor in climate change and other realities, say specialists. Tue, 3 Jun 2025 03:42:40 GMT+0000Ranjit Devrajhttps://www.scidev.net/asia-pacific/news/sri-lankas-elephant-corridor-plan-unscientific/https://www.scidev.net/asia-pacific/news/sri-lankas-elephant-corridor-plan-unscientific/Scientists in Sri Lanka slam government strategy to end elephant-human conflict, calling for evidence-based approach. Fri, 23 May 2025 12:05:03 GMT+0000Malaka Rodrigohttps://www.scidev.net/asia-pacific/news/fire-tolerant-chinaberry-tree-endorsed-for-forest-planting/https://www.scidev.net/asia-pacific/news/fire-tolerant-chinaberry-tree-endorsed-for-forest-planting/Indian researchers say the chinaberry tree could be well-suited to replanting efforts after wildfires. Fri, 9 May 2025 02:55:47 GMT+0000Papiya Bhattacharyahttps://www.scidev.net/asia-pacific/news/southeast-asia-set-to-miss-sdgs-to-end-diseases-by-2030/https://www.scidev.net/asia-pacific/news/southeast-asia-set-to-miss-sdgs-to-end-diseases-by-2030/Southeast Asian countries look set to miss 2030 health goals but experts resist suggestion of extended timeline. Tue, 6 May 2025 02:30:26 GMT+0000Sanjeet Bagcchihttps://www.scidev.net/asia-pacific/news/india-pioneers-emissions-market-for-particulate-matter/https://www.scidev.net/asia-pacific/news/india-pioneers-emissions-market-for-particulate-matter/World’s first particle emissions market cuts pollution and costs in India’s Surat city. Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:42:25 GMT+0000Ranjit Devrajhttps://www.scidev.net/asia-pacific/opinions/as-glaciers-disappear-we-must-act-now-on-black-carbon/https://www.scidev.net/asia-pacific/opinions/as-glaciers-disappear-we-must-act-now-on-black-carbon/Reducing black carbon emissions is key to preserving glaciers and their life-supporting benefits, writes Pema Gyamtsho, head of the International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development. Thu, 10 Apr 2025 05:31:36 GMT+0000Pema Gyamtsho