News Topic:China
World
China rallies diplomatic support for Iran, offers to broker peace at UNSC
China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi told his Iranian counterpart on a call that Beijing supports Tehran defending itself against US-Israeli strikes.
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World
Free to Think, No Longer
Scholars at Risk's Free to Think 2025 report documents 395 attacks on scholars, students and universities in 49 countries, from Bangladesh to the U.S.
Ladakh
World’s highest fighter airfield comes up in Ladakh
At the commanding altitude of 13,700 feet, the world’s highest fighter airfield has come up in Ladakh where 95% of work on the 2.7-km runway has been completed.
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Jammu
AFSPA to be removed from J-K when peace becomes permanent: Rajnath Singh
Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said that Armed Forces Special Power Act will be removed from Jammu and Kashmir when “peace becomes a permanent feature”.
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Opinion
Education must never be compromised
In a civilized society, education is the strongest tool. A civilized nation invests in education in whatever way it can. They are never lenient in this domain.
Science & Technology
India’s tech promise to rival China falters
India's tech promise to rival China isn't going according to the plan. Find out more about what's happening right here.
India
Ceasefire agreement with Pakistan holding well: Army Chief Gen Pande
The situation along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) with China is stable yet unpredictable, Army Chief Gen Manoj Pande said on Thursday.
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Politics
Rahul slams govt’s foreign policy; Jaishankar hits back
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi hit out at the government over its foreign policy decisions which he alleged have brought China-Pakistan together against India.
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Latest news
Shikhar Dhawan, Aakash Chopra call for more cricket opportunities in J&K
Shikhar Dhawan and Aakash Chopra backed more cricket opportunities in J&K, saying exposure, leagues and infrastructure could help local players progress.
India says UN maps must depict J&K, Ladakh as per official map
India said UN-initiated maps must depict Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh according to its official map, calling any incorrect or misleading representation unacceptable.
Pakistani LeT terrorist Yasir killed in Budgam, officials say
Security forces killed Pakistani national and LeT terrorist Yasir in Budgam’s Yusmarg during Operation Ashdar, officials said as searches continued for another suspect.
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Royal Premier League final draws thousands to Pulwama amid traffic congestion
The Royal Premier League final between Sultan Warriors Baramulla and Royal Goodwill Cricket Club drew thousands to Pulwama, causing traffic congestion.
J&K’s digital jobs push needs a verification receipt before trust breaks
To combat fake job offers in Jammu & Kashmir, employers must adopt a "verification receipt" to help candidates instantly identify legitimate opportunities.