China’s BRI and the debt crises plaguing Pakistan and Sri Lanka

Norochcholai continues to suffer breakdowns when hydro-power is limited

One of the three units of the Chinese- built Norochcholai Coal Power Plant has suffered another breakdown on August 08 placing much pressure on generating electricity in Sri Lanka especially at a time hydro-power generation has been severely affected due a drought.

Toll of injured rises to 21 in earthquake that hit Chinas Shandong

Flooding fuels food security concerns in China

Days of heavy rain have caused severe flooding in China’s leading grain-producing region in the northeast, killing 14 people and raising concerns about food security as floodwater inundated farmlands, reports CNN.

Pakistan’s Judicial System Has Failed, Don’t Know if Imran Khan Will Get Legal Relief: Defence Expert K P Fabian

Philippines condemns China’s use of water cannons at its vessels

The country’s coast guard and military condemned on Sunday what they called the China Coast Guard’s “dangerous” actions after it fired water cannons at Philippine vessels, the latest of Beijing’s aggressive actions in the West Philippine Sea.

Australian work-from-home employee sacked for ’not typing enough’

An insurance employee in Australia who worked from home was sacked after her boss tracked her keystrokes and realised she was hardly doing any work.

Girl, 10, ‘marries’ boyfriend days before losing leukemia battle

A dying 10-year-old (in the US) whose last wish was to get married ‘tied the knot’ with her childhood sweetheart – days before passing away from leukemia.

Hambantota Port as China’s Next Naval Base: Implications & Regional Dynamics

The reports of China mulling to choose Sri Lanka’s Hambantota port as its next naval base have sparked significant discussions and debates over the potential implications for Sri Lanka and regional power dynamics.

Asia crude imports hit high as China, India gorge on Russian oil

Asia’s crude imports lifted to a record high in July as the top-importing region’s two biggest buyers, China and India, continued to take large volumes of discounted Russian oil.

Former deputy general manager of China Energy expelled from Communist Party for violation of discipline, laws

Li Dong, former deputy general manager of the China Energy Investment Corporation (China Energy), has been expelled from the Communist Party of China (CPC) citing serious violations of discipline and laws, Chinese State media reported. The punishment was announced on Wednesday in an official statement by the CPC Central Commission for Discipline Inspection and the National Commission of Supervision.

Morgan Stanley Upgrades India’s Rating

US supports direct dialogue between India and Pakistan, says White House

The US supports direct dialogue between India and Pakistan on issues of concern, a senior Biden administration official has said.

India hands over 14th consignment of humanitarian aid comprising essential medic

No Indian Rupees for local use: Sri Lanka’s Rupee monopoly stays

The Sri Lankan rupee has been the sole legal tender in the country since its independence in 1948. However, the debate concerning the introduction of Indian Rupees (INR) into Sri Lanka’s domestic circulation has finally been put to rest.

In India, it’s advantage Tesla as Chinese automakers face scrutiny

Tesla has had a red-carpet welcome from India for its proposal to invest in the country, while its largest rival in electric vehicles, China’s BYD, has been stopped cold by increased scrutiny from New Delhi.

Kashmir reborn: A journey from chaos to clarity

J-K witnesses a remarkable transformation in sports in last 4 years

(ANI): The youths of Jammu and Kashmir have witnessed a exceptional transformation in sports activities within the final 4 years, leading to showcasing their abilities in lots of sports activities competitions at nationwide and worldwide ranges.

IMF packages, foreign bailouts will not suffice to keep Pakistan economy afloat: Report

Strengthening Indo-Japan partnership: A shared vision for free, prosperous Indo-Pacific

Boarding schools in Tibet seen completely immersed in Chinese culture

Students in schools such as the one Spanish international news agency EFE gained access to in a visit organized by the Chinese government, the only way to enter Tibet as a foreign journalist, learn both Mandarin and Tibetan, although this minority group seems completely immersed in Chinese culture, reported laprensalatina.

Pakistan witnesses 18 suicide attacks in first seven months of 2023: Report

Pakistan has been witnessing a steady rise in suicide attacks. Pakistan in the first seven months of 2023 experienced 18 suicide attacks, claiming the lives of 200 people and injuring more than 450 others, Pakistan-based Dawn reported citing a think tank report.

Xi Jinping Deadly Serious On Creating “Second Capital” in Hebei

US will support allies as they resist China’s ’bullying’: Pentagon chief

US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has said that Washington stands with the nations resisting China’s ’’bullying behaviour,’’ as he began bilateral talks in Australia to oppose Beijing’s sweeping claims in the Asia-Pacific.

IOC Ethics Committee probing top Sri Lanka NOC official over role in OCA Elections

Secretary General of Sri Lanka’s National Olympic Committee (NOCSL), Maxwell de Silva, has come under intense scrutiny of the International Olympic Committee’s (IOC) Ethics Committee after allegedly meeting a banned IOC official, Sheikh Ahmad Al-Fahad Al-Sabah of Kuwait, at a hotel in Bangkok, Thailand.

Consensus emerging, India to push ambitious G20 agenda

NEW DELHI: With just over 40 days to go for the G20 Leaders’ Summit, finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday said that consensus is emerging on several critical issues, such as use of digital public goods to deliver benefits to citizens and on the need for climate action, amid a clear statement from India that it will pitch for an ambitious outcome during its presidency.

US, Australia to cooperate with India to ensure security and stability of Indo-Pacific

US and Australia on Saturday agreed to further cooperate with India, Japan, Indonesia, the Philippines and Korea to ensure the security and stability of the Indo-Pacific at the 33rd Australia-US Ministerial Consultations (AUSMIN).

West Bengal: Jain community members protest outside German Consulate demanding repatriation of baby Ariha

Protection of Chinese nationals top priority, says official

India’s Role Critical in Combating Spread of Synthetic Drugs, Says US Special Envoy