While China is dealing with a potential outbreak of HMPV, the common cold-like virus, India has reported zero cases of the virus. The Director General of Health Services Dr. Atul Goyal reassures the public that the country's hospitals are well-equipped to handle respiratory illnesses and urges people to follow standard precautions like avoiding close contact during a cough or cold. With no significant increase in respiratory outbreaks in India, there is no need for panic. China, on the other hand, has announced plans to develop protocols for managing unknown pathogens.
Amid Uproar, Jaishankar Confirms India's Accessibility to Depsang and Demchok Patrolling Points after Disengagement with China The ongoing tension between India and China reached the parliament when Congress MP Manish Tewari questioned the accessibility of Indian patrolling points in Depsang and Demchok after recent disengagement. In response, Minister of External Affairs S Jaishankar clarified that after the understanding between the two countries, the Indian forces now have access to all patrolling points, including the historically disputed areas in Depsang. Additionally, Indian troops have reported that Chinese troops have withdrawn from the Depsang area, allowing Indian forces to patrol the Y Junction and Raki Nala as agreed upon in the meeting.
The final game of the FIDE World Chess Championship 2024 will decide whether 18-year-old Gukesh D of India becomes the youngest world champion in history or if reigning champion Ding Liren of China will continue his reign. If Game 14 ends in a draw, the two players will continue the battle in rapid tiebreaks according to the tournament's rules. The tension is high as both players enter the match with equal score of 6.5 points each, making it a must-watch game for all chess enthusiasts. Stay tuned for updates from the exciting final round between Ding Liren and Gukesh D!
The relationship between developing nations and the US dollar has been turbulent in recent decades, with the decision in 1944 to adopt the dollar as the global trade currency having a lasting impact. Now, with the BRICS bloc musing at a new common currency and countries like Russia and China pushing for de-dollarisation, Trump has taken to social media to threaten against any such moves. While India has denied any plans to move away from the dollar, Trump's remarks have raised eyebrows and added to the already tense relationship between the US and BRICS nations.
Despite a cautious start, the Indian women's hockey team managed to defeat China in a close 1-0 match and claim the Asian Champions Trophy title for the second time. Player-of-the-tournament Deepika scored the lone goal for India, bringing her total to 11 goals in the tournament. Despite China's efforts, the Indian team was able to control the game and secure the victory. The team's struggles with penalty corners continued, but their overall performance was strong enough to earn them the championship.
The announcement of Pakistan's plan to conduct a trophy tour of the ICC Champions Trophy through PoK has caused a stir, with India registering a strong protest with the ICC. BCCI Secretary Jay Shah has condemned the move and urged for appropriate action to be taken. The controversy has also sparked tensions on social media, with BJP leader Amit Malviya calling out Pakistan's "loss of face". There are concerns that the strained relations between India and Pakistan could affect the hosting of the tournament.
In a strongly-worded statement, Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan lashed out at Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, accusing her of contesting the Wayanad bypoll with the support of Jamaat-e-Islami. He alleged that the Jamaat had issued directions to members to vote for the UDF candidate and that the terrorist outfit had openly supported the Congress party in the state. This accusation came after a report stated that the disengagement process between India and China in the Depsang and Demchok areas of the Eastern Ladakh sector had been almost completed, leading to a reduction in tension along the border. Vijayan also referenced Congress' alliance with the Indian Union Muslim League (IUML), which he claimed had links to the Jamaat.
In a speech addressing personnel from various branches of the Indian armed forces, Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized the country's commitment to protecting its borders and the strength of its armed forces. He expressed gratitude towards the army for their sacrifices and outlined plans for modernizing and unifying the three branches of the military. This comes in the wake of recent border tensions and successful disengagement between India and China.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping held their first bilateral meeting in five years at the Kazan BRICS Summit in Russia to discuss the ongoing border tensions between the two countries. The leaders highlighted the need for mutual trust and respect in guiding their relations and agreed to work towards resolving differences and disputes in order to maintain peace and stability in the region. The two sides also expressed a desire to strengthen strategic communication and explore cooperation to address developmental challenges.
After days of negotiations, India announced Monday that an agreement had been reached with China on patrolling arrangements along the Line of Actual Control. However, China did not mention this in a media briefing in Beijing the following day, raising questions about the implementation of the pact. In New Delhi, Army chief General Upendra Dwivedi emphasized the need for trust-building measures between the two countries in order for the agreement to be successful.