China

Major restructure sees PLA air force take over naval aircraft

16 Aug 2023 10:22 AM IST

The largest military in the world is the People’s Liberation Army (PLA), which is subordinate to the Chinese Communist Party. The recent blockade of a Philippine outpost in the South China Sea and the recent transfer of naval aviation assets into the hands of the PLA Air Force both serve

Bangladesh reports 18 more dengue deaths, taking death toll to 400

16 Aug 2023 10:09 AM IST

Bangladesh has reported 18 more deaths due to dengue in 24 hours till Monday morning, taking the death toll from the mosquito-borne disease in the country to 416 in 2023, Bangladesh-based The Dhaka Tribune reported. During the period, 2,480 more patients people were admitted to hospital with viral fever, according

Montana rules in support of youths in landmark climate decision

16 Aug 2023 10:09 AM IST

The Montana state in US on Monday (local time) took the decision in the favour of people who alleged that the state had violated their right to a “clean and healthful” environment by promoting the use of fossil fuels, according to The Washington Post. Calling the Montana Environmental Policy Act’s

A 5,500-year-old gate discovered in Israel reveals ancient urbanization

16 Aug 2023 10:08 AM IST

Israel archaeologists excavating an area near Kiryat Gat’s industrial zone prior to the laying of a water pipe discovered a 5,500-year-gate, the oldest such structure ever found in Israel, the Israel Antiquities Authority announced on Tuesday. “The discovery of the most ancient city gate known in the country, adds another

Niger’s coup heads to prosecute ousted President Bazoum for ‘high treason

16 Aug 2023 10:07 AM IST

The military junta that seized power in Niger said it plans to prosecute deposed President Mohamed Bazoum for “high treason” and endangering state security, an announcement that came hours after the mutinous officers said they were open to discussion with West African nations to ease the regional crisis. If convicted,

Afghanistan association holds anti-taliban protests at UN office in Vienna

16 Aug 2023 10:06 AM IST

Afghanistan Cultural Association (AKIS) in collaboration with Pashtun Tahafuz Movement (PTM) organised a protest in front of the United Nations Office in Austria’s Viena to mark the anniversary of Taliban rule in the country. During the demonstration on Monday, diaspora leaders spoke on the rights of Afghan people and the

At least 26 people killed in explosion in Finote Selam, Ethiopia

16 Aug 2023 10:06 AM IST

At least 26 people have been killed in an explosion in the Finote Selam region of Ethiopia amid heavy fighting between government forces and a local militia group. Finote Selam General Hospital CEO Manaye Tenaw said that another 50 people have been injured in the blast on Sunday, according to

Alarm over potential PKR 20 jump in fuel costs in Pakistan

16 Aug 2023 10:01 AM IST

The price of petroleum products in Pakistan is likely to witness a rise by Pakistani Rupees (PKR) 20 per litre, Pakistan-based ARY News reported citing sources. As per the details, the price of crude oil has increased from USD 86 to USD 91 per barrel due to the rise in

Donald Trump charged in Georgia for meddling in 2020 election

16 Aug 2023 10:00 AM IST

This is the fourth criminal case to be brought against former US president Donald Trump and the second to allege that he tried to subvert the results of the vote. Donald Trump and several allies were indicted in Georgia on Monday, accused of scheming to illegally overturn his 2020 election

Tourists stranded,Flights cancelled as Typhoon strikes Japan’s coast

16 Aug 2023 10:00 AM IST

A robust tropical storm unleashed its fury upon central and western Japan on Tuesday, drenching the region with torrential rains and gusty winds. This onslaught led to widespread flooding, power outages, and a virtual standstill of both air and land travel, precisely when a significant number of individuals were embarking

Putin & Kim Jong Un forge tighter alliance in face of Western sanctions

16 Aug 2023 09:59 AM IST

Russian President Vladimir Putin has extended a call for strengthened ties between Moscow and Pyongyang in a congratulatory message to North Korean leader Kim Jong Un on the occasion of the country’s National Liberation Day. As both Russia and North Korea find themselves increasingly isolated by Western nations and subjected

Taiwan’s Vice President stands firm, vows never to yield to China’s threats

16 Aug 2023 09:58 AM IST

Despite Beijing’s warning of his visit, Taiwan’s vice president and a front-runner in Taiwan’s presidential race William Lai on Sunday said that the island will never yield in the face of escalating Chinese threats, CNN reported. He made a stopover in New York en route to Paraguay, where he will