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NATO discusses reclaiming Chinese-owned infrastructure amid Russia conflict concerns
NATO officials are considering reclaiming Chinese-owned infrastructure in Europe if conflicts with Russia escalate. Initially welcomed post-financial crisis, these investments are now seen as potential threats due to Beijing's support for Russia in the Ukraine war. The US is leading discussions to preemptively manage these assets. This reflects NATO's growing focus on China, as highlighted in a recent summit declaration. The strategy also includes addressing high-tech sectors, with some advocating for the EU to handle economic aspects.
Vladimir Putin, Xi Jinping vie for influence at Central Asian summit
Moscow and Beijing have deepened their political, military and economic ties since Russia launched its invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.
View: Chabahar, port of a smart call
Investing in Chabahar presents its own set of obstacles. The progress in the region has been hindered by US sanctions over the years. Since 2018, India has refrained from importing significant amounts of heavy Iranian crude and faced challenges in providing financial aid for the construction of the Chabahar-Zahedan railway in 2020 due to sanctions. Energy trade has long been the cornerstone of India-Iran relations, and this shift has temporarily strained bilateral ties.
Maruti Suzuki Swift 2024 launched at Rs 6.49 lakh, also available on monthly subscription of Rs 17,436
Maruti Suzuki Swift Price: Maruti Suzuki has launched the new Swift 2024 in India, priced at Rs 6.49 lakh (ex-showroom). The fourth-generation Swift comes with a new design and improved features, including a 9.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system. It will be available in nine colors and two transmission options, manual and automatic. The new Swift boasts of being 10% more fuel efficient for the manual variant and 14% more fuel efficient for the automatic variant. Safety features include 6 airbags as standard across all variants. The new Swift is powered by a new 1.2-liter Z-Series petrol engine, offering enhanced performance and a reduction in emissions.
China aims for self-reliance in tech; vows to open manufacturing to foreign investors
The commitments, published during the annual meeting of parliament, delivered a clear message: China is open for business, as long as it fits with a national agenda now defined by a quest for self-sufficiency.
BRI in Nepal remains non-starter despite optimism among section of Nepalese leadership
Nepal and China signed a memorandum of understanding on BRI in 2017. Nearly seven years since, not a single project under the initiative has either been executed or negotiated as successive governments in Nepal have been averse to borrowing loans from Beijing unlike Sri Lanka and Pakistan, according to Nepal watchers.
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Nepal & China to sign implementation plan of Beijing-backed BRI projects: Nepal's Deputy PM
Deputy Prime Minister Narayan Kaji Shrestha announced that Nepal and China will soon sign the implementation plan of the Belt and Road Initiative. This agreement comes nearly seven years after the two countries signed a memorandum of understanding for ambitious infrastructure projects in Nepal. The signing of the implementation plan is crucial for negotiating and executing projects under the initiative.
Son fights for 9 years with HDFC Bank to get Rs 5 lakh accidental death insurance cover on debit card
National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (NCDRC) has ordered HDFC Bank to pay Rs 5 lakh as accidental death insurance cover to the son of its deceased customer. The deceased had a savings bank account with HDFC Bank and also an debit card. This debit card came with an accidental death insurance cover which is payable to the nominee of the debit card holder upon the cardholder's accidental death.
Maldives, China sign 20 agreements after Muizzu-Xi meeting amid diplomatic row with India
Muizzu, who is regarded as a pro-China leader, is visiting China amid the row with India after some Maldivian ministers posted derogatory remarks against Prime Minister Modi leading to a spate of cancellations of reservations by Indian tourists, who constitute the largest number of visitors to the tourism-dependent island nation.
Maldivian President Muizzu is choosing China over India: What is at play?
Many believe that the controversy was triggered by PM Modi's bid to promote Lakshadweep as an alternative tourist destination to the Maldives. However, India-Maldives ties were expected to be tense after the election of pro-China Muizzu to the top post in the Maldives last year, after the rule of incumbent pro-India president Ibrahim Mohamed Solih.
Xi Jinping elevates China’s ties with record number of nations to counter US
While Washington has built a diplomacy strategy dependent on coalitions of mostly rich allies, Beijing is doing the opposite, wooing developing nations that make up the majority of the world’s population using aid, trade and investments.
Send more tourists, Maldives appeals to China after major backlash from Indians
This comes amid a significant number of cancellation of reservations by Indian tourists in the wake of the ongoing diplomatic tiff. It may be mentioned here that some of Maldives' ministers made some shockingly irresponsible observations against Narendra Modi. These comments were in response to Modi's video of his Lakshadweep trip.
Kejriwal residence construction: NGT grants more time to Committee to ascertain facts
The committee, led by the Chief Secretary, Delhi, has been given an additional four weeks to file its report. The NGT expressed concern that tree-cutting permissions were taken in installments, and the Delhi CM's residence was constructed without approval from the Delhi Urban Art Commission. The NGT has called for a status report from the Delhi government and relevant authorities within three weeks.
Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band's 2024 European Tour: Tickets, Dates, Venues, and More
Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band are reuniting to share their extraordinary music with European fans. This tour represents a vital component of the singer and his band's extensive world tour in 2024.
European states deal a blow to China's BRI ambitions
Contrary to the euphoria associated with the launch of the forum, the 10th anniversary was a muted celebration as many of the Chinese investments in Asia, Africa and Latin America have come home to roost as debts for recipients are rising.
What is China's Belt and Road Initiative?
A decade since its launch, the Belt and Road Initiative has yet to entice significant Western engagement.
China, Pakistan to ink significant agreements under CPEC projects during caretaker PM Kakar's Beijing visit
Pakistan and China are set to sign agreements related to motorways and highways under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) program. The agreements will include the establishment of a modern Highway Research and Training Centre (HRTC) with China's assistance. The HRTC will conduct research in various aspects of highway engineering and provide technical training.
Beijing steps up efforts in Arab World after announcement of IMEC
Beijing has stepped up its efforts to enhance cooperation in economic, nuclear energy, infrastructure and other sectors with the countries of West Asia and North Africa (WANA) region.
Indian businessmen paying attention to Moscow since 2022
Chairman of The Moscow City Tourism Committee, Evgeny Kozlov, emphasized that Moscow is a growing hub for international business events and Indian businessmen could benefit from attending these events to expand their network and explore potential business opportunities.
When is Roman Reigns returning to WWE SmackDown? Return date unveiled
Roman Reigns, known as The Tribal Chief, last participated in a match at SummerSlam on August 5, 2023, where he secured victory against Jey Uso in an Undisputed WWE Universal Championship bout.
Italian PM: Strong partnership with China more important than BRI
Italy is the only G7 nation to sign up to the BRI, a global trade and infrastructure plan modelled on the old Silk Road that linked imperial China and the West. Italy has the G7 presidency next year and recasting its relationship with Beijing would placate its Western allies, who are fearful of Chinese influence, while reducing the risk of a backlash from Beijing.
China says 90 countries have confirmed attendance for Belt and Road Initiative
China has announced that 90 countries have confirmed attendance for its Belt and Road Initiative conference in October. The third Belt and Road Forum for International Cooperation will be held in Beijing and is expected to attract several foreign leaders, including Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic and Argentine President Alberto Fernandez.
Delhi to be declared 'controlled zone' during G20 Summit, but police denies lockdown rumors
The employees of the private sector are to enjoy a three-day paid holiday from September 8 to 10. However, it's essential to highlight that the 'lockdown' holiday directive pertains exclusively to the New Delhi district. Establishments in other districts will operate as per usual.
Cara Delevingne and girlfriend Minke enjoy date night in California, attend Harry Styles concert
During a trip to Italy last summer, Cara Delevingne and Minke made their relationship public.
John Mayer announces first-ever solo acoustic tour this spring; Check dates here
Singer and songwriter John Mayer on Thursday announced that this spring, he will embark on his first-ever solo acoustic tour.
Ideas for risk takers in 2023: Top 10 smallcap picks with an upside potential of 71%
While the nifty has recovered from the drubbing it had seen in the first half of 2022. Both the small indices and small stocks as set are lagging behind. Probably 2022 would go down as one of the most painful years for small cap stocks. The weakness which small caps were witnessing from the last quarter of 2021, continued in 2022 and got accentuated when the Russia and Ukraine war started and for all practical purposes the small caps stocks are still reeling under pressure. Will 2023 be different, or would it follow the same pattern?
Reba McEntire extends Live in Concert tour, looks to perform at Madison Square Garden for first time. Here's the details
The iconic singer-songwriter revealed she would be extending her Reba: Live in Concert tour. View the updated dates.
DDA to notify Delhi’s Master Plan by April 2023
The DDA told the apex court that the tentative date for placing the Master Plan for Delhi (MPD-2041) before the authorities is the first week of December, 2022, and, if any, would be made by the last week of December, 2022.
India should shed its reservations over BRI and join it: China
The BRI's goal is to promote connectivity between regional countries and common prosperity of all countries, the Chinese spokesman said.
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