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Bill Emmott: China shifting from 'wolf warrior' diplomacy in style swap with US
The Mainichi
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Bill Emmott (Mainichi/Tatsuya Fujii) By Bill Emmott, independent writer, lecturer and international affairs consultant A few years ago, the talk was about China's "wolf warrior" diplomacy, a term used to describe the aggressive, often coercive...
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Coast Community News
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June 7, 2025
The roads on the Central Coast cannot keep up with future growth. Many of our roads already have more demand than they can support, and this is only set to grow. Potholes in town centres may not be repaired for months, and minor accidents can...
India News | Critically-ill Army Personnel Airlifted from Kargil in An-32 Aircraft: IAF Official
Latestly
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June 7, 2025
New Delhi, Jun 7 (PTI) A critically-ill army personnel was airlifted from Kargil in an IAF's An-32 on Saturday, using the transport aircraft at the "edge of its performance envelope", officials said. High altitude and extreme temperatures make...
India News | Authenticate Passengers' Aadhar IDs, Take Action if They Are Forged: Railway Ministry to All Zones
Latestly
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June 7, 2025
New Delhi, June 7 (PTI) Ticket checking staff will authenticate passengers' Aadhaar IDs in real-time using the mAadhar application developed by the Unique Identification Authority of India, the Railway Ministry said in an official communication to...
China to speed up approval process for shipments of rare earths to EU firms
NHK
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The Chinese government plans to speed up the process of approving shipments of rare earth metals to companies in the European Union. China's Ministry of Commerce announced on Saturday that it will accelerate the approval process for qualified...
India News | J-K LG Chairs SASB's 49th Board Meeting Ahead of Amarnath Yatra
Latestly
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June 7, 2025
Srinagar, Jun 7 (PTI) Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday chaired the 49th board meeting of Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board (SASB) at Raj Bhawan here. The meeting was attended by members of the shrine board, Swami...
India News | Delhi Govt to Celebrate International Yoga Day at 11 Key Venues
Latestly
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June 7, 2025
New Delhi, Jun 7 (PTI) The Delhi government will celebrate the 11th International Yoga Day on June 21 with major events planned in 11 prominent venues across the city, Education Minister Ashish Sood said on Saturday. Chairing a review meeting at...
AM/NS India Powers Two of India’s Greatest Rail Engineering Marvels: 70% Steel Supply for Chenab Bridge and 100% for Anji Khad Bridge
Odisha Diary
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June 7, 2025
Mumbai : ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India (AM/NS India) has proudly reinforced its role in India’s infrastructure transformation by supplying critical steel for two of the country’s most iconic railway bridges 70% of flat steel for Chenab Bridge,...
Chinese carmaker unveils enhanced hybrid EV with new modes, 870-mile range
Interesting Engineering - New York
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June 7, 2025
Chinese automobile manufacturer Chery has officially unveiled this year’s model of the Fulwin A8 in five new variants. The launch includes the addition of a 43 mile pure electric range version to the lineup. The mid-sized sedan’s front features a...
China’s Top Submarines Pose a Hidden Threat to the U.S. Navy
The National Interest - Washington D.C.
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June 7, 2025
The People’s Republic of China continues to make the expansion of its naval fleet a top priority. From aircraft carriers and fighter jets to other warships and submarines, Beijing’s sea-based capabilities should be of great concern to US...
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The Deng doctrine: How China weaponises rare earths to gain leverage in trade war with the US
Firstpost
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June 7, 2025
China has long indicated its intention to weaponise parts of the global supply chain—a strategy now visibly playing out through tighter control of rare earth exports. Modelled on longstanding US export restrictions that Beijing believes are...
Delhi tourist dies after Mussoorie traffic delays medical aid
News9 Live
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June 7, 2025
India News A man identified as Kamal Kishore, died en route to the hospital due to severe traffic congestion in Mussoorie on Wednesday. He began to feel unwell while on a tour with his family and attempts to arrange for an ambulance failed. When...
Expert warns China could be plotting something worse than COVID after bioterror suspects arrested
The Economic Times
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June 7, 2025
Chinese bioterror suspects arrested in Michigan spark fears of ‘something worse’ than COVID, expert warns- Two Chinese nationals arrested in Michigan this week have ignited serious national security concerns, with experts warning that the...
'Operation Spider's Web' Spooks China As It Fears Taiwan Could Copy Ukraine’s Drone Tactics
News18
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June 7, 2025
Last Updated:June 07, 2025, 21:59 IST Chinese analysts warn of “infiltration” threats after Ukraine’s covert drone strikes deep inside Russia. A Taiwanese army CH-47 Chinook (top R) and UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters fly in formation with the...
UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy Meets PM Narendra Modi, Expresses Support for India’s Fight Against Cross Border Terrorism (See Pics)
Latestly
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June 7, 2025
New Delhi, June 7: David Lammy, Foreign Secretary of the United Kingdom, called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on Saturday, conveying the UK's strong interest in further enhancing cooperation across key sectors and also expressing...
Next Round of US-China Trade Talks in London as Beijing Eases Rare Earth Curbs, Unveils AI Torpedo
News18
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June 7, 2025
Last Updated:June 07, 2025, 21:41 IST Crux World The next round of U.S.-China trade talks is scheduled to take place in London on Monday, June 9, 2025. This follows a significant development where Chinese President Xi Jinping agreed to resume the...
Fur-taxi and the Furious: How India’s pet cabs are rescuing the rides for furry passengers
The Economic Times
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June 7, 2025
Maya, a wide-eyed indie with a nervous bark, trembled as the first Diwali crackers burst in the Bengaluru sky last year. Her pet parents, Rahul Chawda and Aarti Karwayun, knew the drill. Like every year, they had booked a pet-friendly stay in the...
Not for public transport- Part 1: As rain lashes Pune, auto and cab fares bleed citizens dry
The Indian Express
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June 7, 2025
Since the start of the monsoon, commuters in Pune have been grappling with the dual challenge of uncooperative auto rickshaw drivers and soaring fares on app-based platforms. With many drivers either refusing to ply or demanding extra charge and...
China says willing to improve communication with countries on rare earth controls
The Economic Times
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June 7, 2025
China’s commerce ministry said on Saturday that it has approved a certain number of compliant rare earth export applications and will continue to refine its examination and approval process. The ministry also expressed willingness to enhance...
India News | Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal Addresses Blue MBA Cohort in Copenhagen on India's Growth & Vision
Latestly
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June 7, 2025
Copenhagen [Denmark], June 7 (ANI): The Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways (MoPSW), Sarbananda Sonowal, interacted with students of the prestigious Blue MBA Executive Programme at the Copenhagen Business School (CBS) on Saturday. The...