Asia Compact | 05.02.2013, 19:00 UTC

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Asia Compact 05.02.2013 | 19:00 UTC Asia Indigenous people India halts human safaris in Andamans Andaman authorities have halted tourist safaris to see members of an endangered tribe that has lived in the forests for tens of thousands of years. Activists say the ban is in best interests of the Jarawa. Indigenous peoples threatened by resource exploitation Ancient Baka culture in Cameroon under threat Indigenous Filipinos battle for their land Animals Study sinks Japan's 'scientific whaling' program A report released in Tokyo by the International Fund for Animal Welfare shatters the justifications used by the Japanese government and the whaling industry to continue the slaughter of whales. Japanese activist keeps pressure on whalers Whalers, environmentalists ready for showdown Sea Shepherd: 'Watson would never get out of jail' News Court Cases India gang rape trial begins, victim's companion to testify The trial of five men accused of the gang rape and murder of a 23-year-old woman has begun at a fast-track court in New Delhi. The victim's companion is set to testify as a key witness of the December attack. Gang rape trial begins in New Delhi India panel pushes new laws after deadly rape India struggles to improve justice for women South Asia Bangladesh court gives Islamist leader Molla life in prison A Bangladeshi court has given senior Islamist opposition leader Abdul Quader Molla life in prison for mass murder and crimes against humanity. The controversial case has sparked protests and strikes in the capital Dhaka. Report highlights Asia's muzzled media More DW More DW Wonders of World Heritage Join DW for a breathtaking tour of Germany's 37 UNESCO World Heritage Sites: From the Aachen Cathedral to Muskauer Park: Park. Our eight routes highlight these unique sites with videos, photo galleries and more. Join us!   Unsubscribe   Personal Data   Feedback   Imprint © Deutsche Welle 2013