Scientists in Sri Lanka have discovered a huge new kind of tarantula.

Gandhi’s problem is that he is starting from a very low base in his current bid to win public acceptability

A little girl from a remote village in Rajasthan has become the human face of the goodwill that can sometimes exist between South Asia’s often-vexed nuclear-armed neighbours.

More young people in Pakistan believe the country should be run according to Sharia law or else by the military than favour democratic governance, according to a new survey.

The 22-year-old scored an invalauble 73 on his Test debut against India

Australia captain Michael Clarke spent Sunday night in hospital suffering from gastro-enteritis.

Experts from HM Revenue & Customs are preparing to fly to Pakistan to advise its government on collecting more taxes – which could eventually end its need for British foreign aid.

Lord Heseltine believes Britain lacks drive but senior government adviser points to rising employment and house prices as signs the economy was recovering

Australia captain Michael Clarke has no idea how serious his latest back problem is, but insisted it was “very unlikely” the injury would keep him out of the Ashes.

Stand-in captain Watson admits side were outplayed again after six-wicket loss

The former military ruler has decided to return to Pakistan and fight an election

New laws in India will make stalking, voyeurism and sexual harassment all crimes

Shane Watson’s return to the Australian team lasted just 17 runs, but he still talked about captaining the Test side as a “dream come true”.

Captain says Pietersen was able to play despite pain and was regularly assessed