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China testing ability to ‘seize power’ in second day of military drills around Taiwan

PLA says exercises launched in response to president’s inauguration will test capacity to ‘launch joint attacks and occupy key areas’

The Guardian - UK

How significant are China’s military drills around Taiwan?

China has launched two days of exercises after island swore in new president. How do they compare with previous ones?

The Guardian - UK

China's Military Surrounds Taiwan As 'Punishment'

The two days of drills are part of an escalating campaign of intimidation by China that has seen it carry out a series of large-scale military exercises around Taiwan in recent years.

Latin Times

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Taiwan says it has scrambled jets and put missile, naval and land units on alert over China drills

Taiwan says it has scrambled jets and put missile, naval and land units on alert over drills China has announced around the self-governing island democracy

The Independent UK

China launches ‘punishment’ drills around Taiwan after inauguration of new president

Taiwan’s military says its forces are on alert as China carries out mock strikes with jets carrying live missiles

The Guardian - AU

What are the NIA’s allegations against NSCN? | Explained

NIA charge sheet reveals links between NSCN-IM and Meitei insurgent groups in Manipur amid ethnic unrest and border issues.

The Hindu

Water bills hike warning...and why you should never swim the Thames ...The Standard podcast

Plus! Lifeguard on danger of Mayor Sadiq Khan’s “swimmable” river plan

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'We're not going to lie down' — the houseboat residents fighting for their rights at Chelsea Reach

Long-term residents of the historic houseboats moored at Chelsea Reach are battling developers who they say are replacing them with luxury mega-boats

Evening Standard

China Conducts 'Combat Patrols' As US Holds Drills With Allies In Disputed Waters

The maritime activities took place days before US President Joe Biden was due to hold the first trilateral summit with the leaders of the Philippines and Japan, with growing tensions over the hotly contested South China Sea on the agenda.

Latin Times

China holds ‘combat patrol’ in South China Sea amid US-led war games

Beijing’s naval and air patrols in the disputed waterway take place as several US allies conduct first joint drills.

Al Jazeera

What is stopping PM Modi from visiting ‘disturbed’ parts of Northeast? asks Congress

Congress criticizes PM Modi for not visiting Manipur amid Northeast unrest, questioning his response to Chinese aggression and regional violence.

The Hindu

Jaishankar, Wang Yi meet briefly at security conference in Germany

External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar meets Chinese counterpart Wang Yi at Munich Security Conference after six months.

The Hindu

Blake Lively rocks trendy leopard manicure at Michael Kors show

Discover Blake Lively's trendy manicure at the Michael Kors show. Learn how she rocked a faded French animal print design with ‘Spice Spice Baby’ nail poli...

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The cruel Thames: the job of pulling bodies from a dark, dangerous river

On average about 30 bodies are retrieved from its waters in London each year. Only a few ever make the headlines

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When will status quo be restored on China border in eastern Ladakh, Congress asks PM

Congress demands explanation from PM Modi on restoring status quo along China border in Ladakh.

The Hindu

Graziers confront Chinese soldiers in eastern Ladakh

Indian graziers confronted Chinese soldiers in Ladakh along the LAC, throwing rocks at them in a dispute over grazing land.

Evening Standard

Thames ferry crossing proposals are rejected by Sadiq Khan

The mayor insisted TfL remains supportive of 'the principle' of new river crossings, but has limited funds to deliver them

International Business Times

Chinese Battleships Shadow US, Philippine Vessels On Patrol In South China Sea

The U.S. and Philippines are conducting their second joint maritime patrols in the South China Sea, and even without an invitation, two Chinese warships "shadowed" the allied countries' patrolling vessels.

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The Hindu

7 security personnel injured in Manipur gunfight

7 security personnel injured in gunfight with armed group near India-Myanmar border in Manipur; Chief Minister suspects Myanmar-based "mercenaries".

The Times of India

Xi Jinping's surge and purge: What it means for China and world

It seems Chinese President Xi Jinping's purge spree of military and government officials is not over yet. Since he became the 'president for life' in March 2023, Xi has intensified his abrupt removal and sacking of officials, with a focus on People's Liberation Army (PLA).

The Independent UK

Young whale washes up on UK beach as people warned to keep their distance

Whale’s carcass may carry ‘harmful bacteria,’ experts warn

Al Jazeera

In bid to counter China, US ramps up effort to boost military ties in Asia

US makes a ‘once in a generation effort’ to boost military, diplomatic ties in Asia as it seeks to compete with China.

Dynamite News

J&K: Govt announces compensation, jobs to families of 3 civilians killed in Poonch district

Jammu and Kashmir administration announced compensation and jobs to the families of three civilians who were found dead near the site of an anti-terrorist operation in Poonch district. Read further on Dynamite News:

Al Jazeera

US, China top military officials hold first talks in more than a year

Gen Charles Q Brown, US Joint Chiefs chair, stresses need to avoid miscalculations in talks with PLA’s Gen Liu Zhenli.

The Hindu

Agnipath scheme surprised Army; it was a ‘bolt out of the blue’ for Navy and Air Force, former Army chief writes in forthcoming memoir

The Agnipath scheme, launched in June 2022 for the recruitment of soldiers, sailors and airmen for a four-year period, had surprised the Indian Army, while it was a “bolt out of the blue” for the Navy and Air Force, former Army chief General Manoj Mukund Naravane writes in his upcoming…

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