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Chinese cyber skirmishes in the Indo-Pacific show emerging patterns of conflict
China’s Salt Typhoon hacking campaign has taken on new urgency with revelations it may have compromised the data of millions of Australians. This demonstrates how cyber operations have evolved beyond merely gathering intelligence. When first...

Protest lodged as India’s handshake snub sparks fury in Pakistan camp after politically charged Asia Cup clash
Captain Suryakumar Yadav has led India to a comprehensive seven-wicket victory against Pakistan in a politically charged Asia Cup match before dedicating the win to their armed forces. India’s three-pronged spin attack laid the foundation of their...

FBI to be quizzed over Charlie Kirk death; US, China talk trade
Mōrena and welcome to your Monday summary of international business and political news. First up, US investigators are looking into a note left by Tyler Robinson, the alleged shooter of Charlie Kirk, CNN reported. Social and gaming platform...

India proving predictions wrong, moving ahead: Mohan Bhagwat
RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat on Sunday said India is moving forward on the path of development by proving everyone’s predictions wrong as it is driven by faith in the traditional philosophy of knowledge, action and devotion. Bhagwat’s comments came at...

Zheng Yongnian on why China must look beyond the West to build a better AI
Zheng Yongnian is a leading political scientist and government adviser in China. His academic work is mainly about contemporary politics, the country’s transformation and external relations. In his second in-depth interview with the Post, Zheng...

Chinese Chargé d’Affaires: China Supports Jordan’s Efforts to Maintain Security and Stability
The Chinese Chargé d’Affaires in Amman, Gong An Min, affirmed that China supports Jordan’s efforts to maintain national security and stability, respects the Hashemite custodianship of the holy sites in Jerusalem, and commends Jordan’s important...

Mandelson appointment ‘worth risk’ despite Epstein ties due to his ‘talent’: minister
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...

China’s Macao SAR Election Underway
(MENAFN) The election for the eighth Legislative Assembly of the Macao Special Administrative Region (SAR) of China commenced on Sunday, according to media. Polling stations opened at 9 am local time (0100GMT) and will remain open until 9 pm, with...

US political risk on currency values greater than political risk dramas elsewhere
Summary of key points: - Political ructions have no impact on the major currencies against the US dollar US inflation and jobs data still point to a weaker USD Global investors continue to downsize USD currency exposures Political ructions have no...
India vs Pakistan match: Congress, AAP workers stage protest, ask ‘what is the compulsion today to play’
India vs Pakistan Match Today: Opposition parties in Delhi on Sunday staged demonstrations in the national capital in protest of the India Pakistan matched today at Asia Cup. India is playing against Pakistan in the Asia Cup match on Sunday, just...

"India Progressing With Faith, Unity And Tradition," Says RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat During Indore Visit
"India Progressing With Faith, Unity And Tradition," Says RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat During Indore Visit | FP Photo Indore (Madhya Pradesh): Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat said here on Sunday that India was advancing on the...

India win hands down, skip the handshake with Pakistan: ‘We stand with families of victims of Pahalgam’, says Surya
The match ended as it began – with no handshake. India captain Suryakumar Yadav slog-swept spinner Sufiyan Muqeem to complete an utterly one-sided, seven-wicket victory over Pakistan in Dubai at the Asia Cup on Sunday. He remained unconquered on...

India Vs Pak match: Centre calls criticism ‘unfair’; Oppn says BJP ‘changed its patriotism definition’ | Who said what
As the Indian cricket team prepares for a clash with the Pakistani team in Asia Cup 2023, the Opposition has slammed the Central government and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) for engaging with “State Sponsor of terror,” involved...

China Rejects Trump’s Call for NATO Tariffs, Urges Dialogue Over Sanctions
Agitated China has strongly criticized U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposal that NATO impose sweeping tariffs of 50 to 100 percent on Beijing over its continued purchase of Russian oil. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, speaking in Ljubljana...
India moving forward on development path by proving everyone’s predictions wrong: RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat on Sunday said India is moving forward on the path of development by proving everyone’s predictions wrong as it is driven by faith in the traditional philosophy of knowledge, action and devotion. His comments came at a time...

Asia Cup: Kashmiri Pandits in J&K's Kulgam hold prayers for India's victory against Pakistan | Watch video
The Kashmiri Pandit community in Jammu and Kashmir's Kulgam district on Sunday, September 14, held prayers for India's victory against Pakistan in Asia Cup 2025 which is being played in Dubai. This is the first face-off between India and Pakistan...

Asia Cup: Mike Hesson says Salman Agha skipped post-match presentation due to India players snubbing handshakes with Pakistan counterparts
Pakistan coach Mike Hesson said that they were disappointed that India players did not shake hands with the Men in Green players, adding that it was the reason that Pakistan captain Salman Agha skipped the post-match presentation.“We wanted to...

India vs Pakistan cricket match is the government’s call: Sunil Gavaskar
India’s Asia Cup 2025 clash against Pakistan on September 14 in Dubai has sparked controversy. Many Indian fans are calling for a boycott due to Pakistan’s alleged involvement in the Pahalgam terror attack. However, Sunil Gavaskar has clarified...

Japan's record that amazes the world: almost 100,000 people have surpassed the 100-year mark
The Guinness Book of Records is the one that keeps and shares those records worldwide, both human and natural. The latest has taken place in Japan. The government has recorded a record of almost 100,000 people aged 100. A fairly ageing population...

'Disappointing': On Modi govt orders, India skip Pakistan handshake, souring match win
DUBAI: India’s seven-wicket win over Pakistan in the Asia Cup clash at Dubai Stadium on Sunday was eclipsed by off-field drama after Indian players skipped the customary post-match handshake. Instead of greeting their opponents, Suryakumar Yadav...