Dr. Kotnis: The Indian doctor revered in China
An airport is an unlikely place to search for national origins but researchers say they have uncovered the tomb of the woman behind the man who unified China – next to a major city runway. The researchers said the tomb was believed to belong to Empress Dowager Huayang, the adoptive grandmother of Qin Shi Huang, who unified the warring states more than 2,200 years ago. “I believe the most likely identity of the tomb owner is Empress Dowager Huayang,” Zhao Hanqing, from the Shaanxi Provincial...
For more than a decade, China has deployed warships to the Gulf of Aden and the waters off Somalia. For much of that time, piracy in the region has been in sharp decline. Now, however, with attacks at their highest reported level since 2013 and other naval forces engaged in crises elsewhere, Beijing’s long-running escort mission is being tested. The renewed attacks and hijacking for ransom come as the US Navy focuses on operations connected to the war on Iran, and India sends ships towards the...
China consistently opposes unilateral sanctions that lack UN authorization and a basis in international law, as well as the imposition of so-called secondary sanctions on other countries on the grounds of involvement with third parties, a spokesperson for the Ministry of Commerce said on Saturday.
2026 Asian Games open with Team China ready to shine
China's StarWhisper telescope earns place in Stanford AI Index
The US deployment of space weapons has shattered a long-held taboo and risks igniting a fresh arms race, with the world at a “breaking point in history”, speakers at a major security conference in Beijing have warned. Experts at the Xiangshan Forum this week also called for US-China dialogue on space security, just days before Chinese President Xi Jinping makes his first state visit to the US in more than a decade. US Air Force Secretary Troy Meink – the civilian head of the department that...
Five check dams were built along the Sindhu River and its tributaries as a pilot initiative aimed at improving water retention
Canada anticipates finalizing a comprehensive economic partnership agreement with India by year's end. Trade Minister Maninder Sidhu expressed optimism regarding the upcoming negotiations and potential meetings. Discussions are focusing on the energy sector, including liquefied natural gas projects. Both nations are also exploring expanded cooperation in nuclear energy development. Indian firms are considering investments in Canada's critical mineral projects for supply chain security.
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath said over one lakh youths will get government jobs in the next six months as he handed appointment letters to 818 UPPSC and UPSSSC selectees in Lucknow, attacking the previous SP government over recruitment irregularities.
The Asian Games officially commenced with an opening ceremony, though competitions began earlier. Athletes are housed in diverse accommodations, including a large cruise ship and hotels. Organizers faced controversies regarding anthem errors and a minister's temporary barring. Japan hosts over 900 athletes, with China expected to dominate medal counts. This large-scale event features traditional and new sports, pushing event timelines.
Keiichiro Ichinose: Japanese politics heading to a dangerous direction
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