Asia Compact | 19.04.2013, 18:00 UTC

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Asia Compact 19.04.2013 | 18:00 UTC Asia Legal Is India too 'noose happy'? Activists fear that Indian authorities may execute more prisoners despite petitions for mercy currently pending before the president after the hanging of two high-profile convicts within six months. Amnesty International reports decline in death penalty worldwide India panel pushes new laws after deadly rape Indian rights activists call for death penalty abolishment Pakistan Musharraf's arrest 'embarasses' the military Police has arrested former Pakistani President Pervez Musharraf in a case revolving around his decision to sack senior judges while in power. It is yet to be seen how the army will react to its former chief's arrest. Pakistan leader Pervez Musharraf under house arrest Ex-dictator Musharraf approved to run in Pakistan elections Can 'toothless tiger' Musharraf 'restore' Pakistan? Taliban threatens to kill former Pakistani president Sports It isn't just cricket - India's dilemma with Sri Lanka A controversial ban imposed by the Indian Premier League on Sri Lankan cricketers playing in the state of Tamil Nadu appears to outsiders a lot like cutting off your nose to spite your face. IPL combines India's love for cricket and movies Is Pakistan safe for international cricket? Crime Tricksters steal Japanese hearts and money With margins shrinking for Japan's criminals, they're becoming more creative in their scams to separate people from their cash. The gullibility of many Japanese is rooted in the nation's traditionally low crime rate. Little opposition to death penalty in Japan Japan's justice minister quits over past Yakuza gang links More DW More DW Now it's your turn! Support your favorites at the Bobs Awards 2013. Vote for your favorite blogs until May 7 at the Bobs Awards 2013! The jury of international bloggers and media experts has nominated the candidates from over 4,200 submissions. Find more information on the voting here.   Unsubscribe   Personal Data   Feedback   Imprint © Deutsche Welle 2013