Asia Compact | 31.01.2018, 19:00 UTC

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Asia Compact 31.01.2018 | 19:00 UTC Asia Bellandur Lake - a frequently burning waterbody in India's Silicon Valley Not many topics galvanize public opinion in Bengaluru as much as worsening traffic and growing pollution. The city's largest water body often draws the spotlight whenever environmental issues emerge in public platforms. India's trash problem Why many Indians prefer sons over daughters Climate change - India battles to balance economy and environment Young Indians tackle growing garbage problem India's IT capital gets new 'old' name: Bengaluru Social entrepreneurship for sustainable farming in India Environment energy transition Europe breaks own renewables record — but can't keep up with China It's a new milestone: Europe got more of its power from solar, wind and biomass than coal last year. But when it comes to investment, the European industry is in decline as China steals the title of renewables pioneer. Europe's shocking failure to act on climate Is China an overrated climate champion? Will Trump heed the economic case for climate action? China leading the way in solar energy expansion as renewables surge Asia Why many Indians prefer sons over daughters Despite numerous campaigns and popular slogans over the years, the fondness for sons remains strong among Indian parents. Many of them continue to see boys as an investment and girls a liability. Murali Krishnan reports. India asks high court: Is rape in marriage still rape? Increasing literacy rates in India still a challenge India: 63 million women statistically 'missing,' 21 million unwanted Indian police investigate after 19 female fetuses found in plastic bags near clinic Rape of 8-month-old baby sickens India Why implementing child bride verdict is a challenge in India #MeToo: 'Sexual predators' list divides Indian feminists Blame victims and the West – India's way of justifying sexual assaults? Journalist Paul Salopek explores ancient path of human migration American journalist Paul Salopek is in the middle of his 21,000-mile odyssey on foot that retraces the path of human migration. DW spoke to him about his journey and how it changed his outlook on mankind. Skepticism in Gilgit-Baltistan over China-Pakistan Economic Corridor Saudi Arabia to become 'softer' nation? US tells Turkey to show 'restraint' with Syria Kurds Refugees drown off Greek coast, others start hunger strike in Lesbos camp   © Deutsche Welle 2018