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India News | Europe's Top Human Rights Court is Set to Rule on Cases Against Russia over Conflict in Ukraine
The Hague (Netherlands), Jul 9 (AP) Europe's top human rights court is set to rule Wednesday on Russia's actions in the conflict in Ukraine, including human rights violations during the full-scale invasion and the downing of Malaysia Airlines...

Russia accuses US of aiding terror groups, neo-Nazis, and widespread human rights violations
Russia and Belarus have released a joint report accusing the United States of grave human rights violations at home and abroad, including systemic racism, suppression of dissent, illegal detentions, and even supporting terrorist organizations. The...

UN Human Rights Council fails to call out fossil fuels after decision cuts mention
A proposal by the Marshall Islands and Colombia calling for a transition away from fossil fuels at the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) failed to make it into the council’s declaration on climate change and human rights issued on Tuesday. At a...

India emerges as APAC’s top logistics hub
India is quickly emerging as the most preferred warehousing destination in the Asia-Pacific region, as nearly 70% of APAC occupiers plan to expand their logistics footprint in the country over the next two years. According to CBRE’s recently...

UNHRC adopts China-initiated human rights resolution by consensus without a vote for first time
A picture taken on January 23, 2024 shows the United Nations Human Rights Council during the review of China’s human rights at the UN Offices in Geneva. Photo: VCG As the United Nations marks its 80th anniversary in 2025, the 59th session of the...

China’s rare earth chokehold may open some doors for India
India is poised for an industrial shift as rare earth elements and critical minerals gain prominence amid a strategic push for self-reliance and reduced dependence on China.India is poised for an industrial shift as rare earth elements and...

India to discuss impact of US tariff on copper, mines minister Kishan Reddy says
India will discuss the impact of U.S. tariff on copper, mines minister Kishan Reddy said at an event in New Delhi on Wednesday. US President Donald Trump has announced a 50% tariff on copper imports, expanding his administration’s aggressive trade...

China “Celebrates” 1st Victory After A Century Of Humiliation! Uses Every Trick In Playbook To Claim Win: OPED
China is the world’s second-largest economy and the third-largest military power after the US. Along with the US and Russia, China is considered to be one of the three superpowers on Earth. However, despite these impressive rankings, China has few...
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India-Brazil pact: PM Modi, Lula push for united front against terror, UNSC reform | Read joint statement
India and Brazil have issued a joint statement condemning the April 22 terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which killed 26 civilians, and reaffirmed their resolute stance against terrorism, including cross-border terrorism and violent...

China Responds After Reports Iran Seeks J-10 Fighter Jets
China is willing to supply its J-10 fighter aircraft to "friendly countries", its defense ministry said, after reports that Iran was seeking to procure the multi-role fighter jet after Israel's devastating attacks last month raised questions about...

China toughens national security 10 years after '709' crackdown
TOKYO -- In the decade since China's widespread crackdown on human rights lawyers and advocates, Beijing has enhanced the national security apparatus to further suppress civil society. "No Chinese authorities have been held accountable for grave...
India in the Global Rankings: From aspiration to achievement
Amid the headlines dominated by the Iran-Israel conflict, a historic achievement by India in the field of education went largely unnoticed last week. Unfortunately, even under normal circumstances, education seldom becomes a subject of public...

Indian stocks steady amid delay in US pact, hopes rise for EU deal
Indian markets opened flat Wednesday amid cautious investor sentiment awaiting a potential mini trade deal between India and the EU. Indian stock markets opened on a flat note on Wednesday as investors remained cautious and in a wait-and-watch...

Japan imperial couple visit WWII memorial, hail 'deep friendship' in Mongolia
Japan's imperial couple commemorated compatriots who died in internment camps after the end of World War II during the first state visit to Mongolia by a Japanese emperor. Japan and Mongolia have drawn closer in recent years, with aid from Tokyo...

China's market regulator promotes agricultural standardization in Zambia to deepen Sino-African ties
Chinese and Zambian personnel pose in front of harvested crops, showcasing the achievements and friendship from the cooperation. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn] China's top market regulator stepped up its efforts to promote agricultural...

Chinese air chief commends PAF’s ‘exemplary performance’ during Pak-India conflict
Chinese air force chief Lieutenant General Wang Gang has lauded the “exemplary performance” of the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) during the Pakistan-India conflict in May. As New Delhi launched deadly air strikes on Pakistan in early May over...

China’s change to flight path in Taiwan Strait raises safety concerns
Beijing’s latest move to adjust the flight path without prior negotiation with Taipei poses a risk to civilian aviation on both sides of the strait, says a defence analyst. PHOTO: AFP TAIPEI – China’s unilateral move to open a third extension of...
China’s change to flight path in sensitive Taiwan Strait raises safety concerns
TAIPEI – China’s unilateral move to open a third extension of the M503 air route in the sensitive Taiwan Strait raises safety concerns and challenges Taipei’s ability to manage its airspace, analysts said. The M503 flight path lies just 4.2...

China urges EU to ‘rebalance mindset’ on trade relations
China has called on the European Union to reassess its attitude toward trade ties with Beijing, saying that the bloc’s current mindset, not the structure of China-EU economic relations, is what needs adjusting. Speaking at a regular press briefing...
Chinese Black Panther II Robot Dog Breaks Speed Records; Mirror Me Challenges Boston Dynamics
China's Black Panther II robot dog, developed by Shanghai-based startup Mirror Me, has made headlines by achieving speeds up to 10.3 meters per second during a televised demonstration. This feat not only surpasses competitors like Boston Dynamics'...