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China: 'India Must Not Accept Ceding Of Patrolling Rights'

China: 'India Must Not Accept Ceding Of Patrolling Rights'

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

'Disengagement is merely the first step in a lengthy process of arriving at a new normal along the LAC in Eastern Ladakh and the entire land boundary.' 'The Indian government should insist on the restoration of the status quo ante in Eastern Ladakh.'

Soldier wounded in border clash with India at Beijing torch relay

Soldier wounded in border clash with India at Beijing torch relay

Rediff.com3 Feb 2022

While many Western countries, including the United States, Britain and Australia, are diplomatically boycotting the Winter Olympics over China's human rights record, Putin will join a number of Beijing-friendly leaders at the Games.

Vijender backs players' demands for personal coaches

Vijender backs players' demands for personal coaches

Rediff.com27 Jul 2024

The 38-year-old Haryana boxer won a bagful of medals between 2006 and 2014, including a bronze at the 2008 Beijing Olympics and the 2009 World Championships, before turning professional.

Beijing deserting Russia? Two Chinese banks suspend business with Moscow

Beijing deserting Russia? Two Chinese banks suspend business with Moscow

Rediff.com7 Mar 2022

Radio Free Europe reported that the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank, a Chinese-led development bank, suspended all business with Russia and Belarus on March 3.

Domestic investors pay hefty premiums for China exposure

Domestic investors pay hefty premiums for China exposure

Rediff.com30 Sep 2024

Indian investors are paying hefty premiums to invest in China markets, with stocks there posting their biggest weekly gain in nearly 16 years. Savvy investors were seen making a dash to invest in the only two China-focused exchange-traded funds (ETFs) available in the domestic markets. On Friday, Mirae Asset Hang Seng Tech ETF closed at Rs 16.9 on the NSE, nearly

Biden makes his final Quad summit an event to remember

Biden makes his final Quad summit an event to remember

Rediff.com22 Sep 2024

US President Joe Biden on Saturday rolled out the red carpet to welcome leaders of Quad countries, Prime Ministers Narendra Modi of India, Anthony Albanese from Australia and Fumio Kishida of Japan.

Day 15: What's hot at the Beijing Winter Olympics

Day 15: What's hot at the Beijing Winter Olympics

Rediff.com19 Feb 2022

Speed skating - Swings wins mass start, brings first Belgian Winter gold in 74 years.

Day 1: What's hot at the Beijing Winter Olympics

Day 1: What's hot at the Beijing Winter Olympics

Rediff.com5 Feb 2022

Norway nabbed the first gold medal of the Winter Games on Saturday

India vs China: How leading brokerages are positioned across Asian equities

India vs China: How leading brokerages are positioned across Asian equities

Rediff.com18 Oct 2024

The recent stimulus measures announced by China have seen most analysts sit up and take notice.

'Together for a Shared Future' motto for Beijing 2022 Winter Games

'Together for a Shared Future' motto for Beijing 2022 Winter Games

Rediff.com18 Sep 2021

Chen Ning, director general of Beijing 2022's Culture and Ceremonies Department, said that the slogan was a commitment towards overcoming global challenges as a community with a shared future for mankind.

India's Davis Cup captain claps back at critics

India's Davis Cup captain claps back at critics

Rediff.com2 Nov 2024

India's non-playing Davis Cup captain Rohit Rajpal on Saturday clarified that his "shut-up" remark was meant for a few "agenda-driven" people consistently targeting him and was not directed at the country's tennis community as has been projected.

'Savour this moment, you've earned it!'

'Savour this moment, you've earned it!'

Rediff.com30 Jul 2024

The cricket fraternity, including new T20 skipper Suryakumar Yadav and new head coach Gautam Gambhir, also joined in to congratulate the duo.

Beijing comes alive through light festival

Beijing comes alive through light festival

Rediff.com25 Aug 2020

The 2020 Beijing International Light Festival's Alive Together outdoor light immersive experience exhibition opened on Thursday in Beijing Yuyuantan Park. The exhibition will last till December. Here are some glimpses from this festival.

'Trump Will Back India On Pakistan'

'Trump Will Back India On Pakistan'

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

'Trump will absolutely back New Delhi on its position that Pakistan must do more to crack down on terrorists that threaten India.'

Australia considers diplomatic boycott of Beijing Winter Olympics, report says

Australia considers diplomatic boycott of Beijing Winter Olympics, report says

Rediff.com25 Nov 2021

Australia is considering not sending any government officials to the Winter Olympics to be held in Beijing next year amid growing calls from lawmakers for an official diplomatic boycott, the Sydney Morning Herald said in a report on Thursday.

Japan will not send government delegation to Beijing Olympics

Japan will not send government delegation to Beijing Olympics

Rediff.com24 Dec 2021

The decision follows a US-led diplomatic boycott of the Games over concerns about human rights in China

Beijing marks 100 days to Winter Olympics amid COVID, rights concerns

Beijing marks 100 days to Winter Olympics amid COVID, rights concerns

Rediff.com27 Oct 2021

With 100 days until the start of the Winter Olympics, Beijing is promising a "simple and safe" 2022 Games - although preparations are anything but simple as China readies to host thousands of athletes and personnel as it battles COVID-19 flare-ups.

France shine at home Olympics, exceed medal target

France shine at home Olympics, exceed medal target

Rediff.com11 Aug 2024

France live up to expectations with best medal haul in over a century at Paris Games

Are 2 Arunachal men missing near LAC in Chinese army's custody?

Are 2 Arunachal men missing near LAC in Chinese army's custody?

Rediff.com4 Aug 2024

Anjaw MLA and state's women and child development minister Dasanglu Pul confirmed that the duo went missing along the border with China while looking for medicinal herbs.

Fast-spreading Omicron to test Beijing Winter Games bubble

Fast-spreading Omicron to test Beijing Winter Games bubble

Rediff.com3 Jan 2022

Core to the planning is the rigidly-enforced closed loop that physically separates Games-related personnel from the local population

Food, the bond that feeds Crasto-Ponappa's success

Food, the bond that feeds Crasto-Ponappa's success

Rediff.com21 Jul 2024

'We both are big foodies. We make it a point to go out and try different food after our matches.'

Days after Quad, China test-fires missile that can strike US cities

Days after Quad, China test-fires missile that can strike US cities

Rediff.com25 Sep 2024

This is the first time in decades that China has made its flight test of an intercontinental ballistic missile public in an apparent show of strategic deterrence, State-run China Daily reported.

Sino-India talks must continue to resolve issues: Beijing

Sino-India talks must continue to resolve issues: Beijing

Rediff.com14 Feb 2022

"On the border issue, China always maintains that we should follow through on treaties and agreements we signed and we jointly uphold peace and tranquility at the border region," Foreign Ministry spokesman Wang Wenbin said while responding to Jaishankar's remarks.

This Georgian shooter chases Olympic dream at 55

This Georgian shooter chases Olympic dream at 55

Rediff.com31 Jul 2024

At 55, Georgian shooter shows up at record 10th straight Olympics to fulfil father's last wish

Japan-Philippines Send Strong Message To China

Japan-Philippines Send Strong Message To China

Rediff.com23 Jul 2024

The trigger that led Japan and the Philippines to ink the deal was because of the deteriorating security situation in the South China Sea. China's coast guard increased the frequency and intensity of incursions into Philippine waters, provoking the Philippines to take countermeasures to deter China, explains Dr Rajaram Panda.

Dalai Lama's legacy will live forever, you will be gone: Pelosi to Xi

Dalai Lama's legacy will live forever, you will be gone: Pelosi to Xi

Rediff.com19 Jun 2024

Former US House Speaker Nancy Peolsi, who is part of a US bipartisan delegation which met with the Dalai Lama on Wednesday, launched a broadside against Chinese President Xi Jinping, stating that while the legacy of the Tibetan spiritual leader will live forever, Xi will be gone in a few years.

Even late at night at 1 AM, people were watching you

"Even late at night at 1 AM, people were watching you"

Rediff.com9 Aug 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Olympic and World Championships gold medalist Neeraj Chopra following his silver medal win at the ongoing Paris Olympics

Beijing COVID-19 situation 'extremely severe': Official

Beijing COVID-19 situation 'extremely severe': Official

Rediff.com16 Jun 2020

The authorities have mounted massive containment measures including mass testing of about 90,000 people

It was Arshad's day: Neeraj Chopra

It was Arshad's day: Neeraj Chopra

Rediff.com9 Aug 2024

'India played well (at the Paris Olympics). Our national anthem may not have been played today, but it will be heard in the future.'

India 1-2 in Club Throw; Dharambir smashes Asian mark

India 1-2 in Club Throw; Dharambir smashes Asian mark

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

Dharambir and Pranav Soorma scripted history as they won the gold and silver medal respectively in men's club throw - F51 final, at the Paralympics.

Veterans, newcomers chase Olympic pin glory in Paris

Veterans, newcomers chase Olympic pin glory in Paris

Rediff.com25 Jul 2024

Pin collecting and trading goes as far back as 1896 when the first modern Olympics were held.

Day 16: What's hot at the Beijing Winter Olympics

Day 16: What's hot at the Beijing Winter Olympics

Rediff.com20 Feb 2022

The top moments from the Beijing Winter Olympics on Sunday.

US won't return spy balloon debris to China; Beijing says...

US won't return spy balloon debris to China; Beijing says...

Rediff.com7 Feb 2023

The US military has intensified its efforts to collect the remnants of the high-altitude surveillance balloon from China that floated over the United States over several days last week from Montana to South Carolina.

'Mentally, I need a reset'

'Mentally, I need a reset'

Rediff.com27 Sep 2024

While her career has featured a number of highs -- she has won two doubles Grand Slam titles and 11 WTA titles, including the Cincinnati Masters -- Garcia said she has become fixated on what she sees as her failures.

'Always Treat China With Caution'

'Always Treat China With Caution'

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

'Given China's past behaviour and their territorial claims, should we be sceptical regarding China's willingness to adhere to these agreements fully? The answer is yes.' 'As Ronald Reagan famously said in the context of the SALT talks, 'Trust, but verify!' India should also do the same.' 'This has already begun with foot patrolling, drones, satellite imagery and so on. India's military deployment did mirror China's and will continue to do so in the future.'

China aggressor against India, says next US envoy to Beijing

China aggressor against India, says next US envoy to Beijing

Rediff.com21 Oct 2021

China has been an aggressor against India along the Himalayan border, a top American diplomat nominated by President Joe Biden as his next envoy to Beijing has told lawmakers, stating that the US must hold the Chinese government accountable for failing to play by the rules.

Day 4: What's hot at the Beijing Winter Olympics

Day 4: What's hot at the Beijing Winter Olympics

Rediff.com8 Feb 2022

Chen scores world record for massive lead over shocked Hanyu

Day 13: What's hot at the Beijing Winter Olympics

Day 13: What's hot at the Beijing Winter Olympics

Rediff.com17 Feb 2022

All the top action from Day 13 of the 2022 Winter Olympic Games in Beijing on Thursday.

Beijing Winter Olympics: 55 COVID-19 cases on Feb 2, highest daily tally

Beijing Winter Olympics: 55 COVID-19 cases on Feb 2, highest daily tally

Rediff.com3 Feb 2022

A total of 55 new COVID-19 infections were found among Olympic Games-related personnel on Feb. 2, the chair of the Beijing 2022 medical expert panel said on Thursday, the highest daily tally so far.

Why India Will Like Shigeru Ishiba

Why India Will Like Shigeru Ishiba

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

Shigeru Ishiba is expected to prioritise strengthening Japan's military capabilities and fostering deeper international partnerships, particularly with India, with whom Japan shares significant strategic interests, explains Dr Rajaram Panda.