Asia Compact | 16.04.2013, 18:00 UTC

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Asia Compact 16.04.2013 | 18:00 UTC Asia Peacekeeping Indian peacekeeper deaths pose tactical questions The death of five Indian soldiers serving as UN peacekeepers in South Sudan has prompted calls for a tactical rethink by New Delhi. More Indians have died in such operations than any other nationality. India and Italy at loggerheads over killings of fishermen Tensions flare between India and Pakistan India and Russia sign new defense deals News Natural Disasters Earthquake strikes Iran-Pakistan border, felt across Gulf and India A strong earthquake has struck Iran, with preliminary reports pointing to at least 40 people dead. Cities across the Gulf region and India have also reported tremors. Asia Entertainment Pakistani singers hit right note with Bollywood Pakistani singers have made it big in Indian cinema, despite the two countries' political differences. Whether it all comes down to innate musical talent, or pure novelty value, the phenomenon looks set to endure. Being a Muslim star in India comes with a price From Babelsberg to Bollywood Bollywood's 'King of Romance' is dead Arts Does Bollywood reflect Indian society? It is often said that Bollywood films reflect Indian society because the masses can identify with them. However, some experts say they simply depict people's desired version of reality . Pakistani singers hit right note with Bollywood Being a Muslim star in India comes with a price   Unsubscribe   Personal Data   Feedback   Imprint © Deutsche Welle 2013