CHINA SPYING
After Kotak twist & China spies, Hindenburg vs Adani gets murkier as new details emerge in the drama
Adani-Hindenburg row: In the ongoing Adani-Hindenburg saga, new revelations show that US short-seller Hindenburg Research shared its critical report on the Adani group with New York hedge fund manager Mark Kingdon months before its public release. According to Sebi, this collaboration involved a profit-sharing agreement tied to significant declines in Adani's market value, exceeding USD 150 billion across 10 listed firms.
Moratorium on foreign research vessels intact: Lankan FM
Ali Sabry denied ending the moratorium on foreign vessels, including Chinese "spy ships", in Sri Lanka's waters and EEZ near India, misquoted in Tokyo. Decisions will be year-end. Emphasizing UNCLOS obligations, equal country opportunities, and capacity-building till 2024, Sabry explained to The Daily Morning, stressing Sri Lanka's non-aligned stance during his Tokyo visit.
Chinese involvement in Hindenburg report? Senior lawyer Jethmalani's claim turns Adani saga into a spy thriller
Adani Hindenburg row: Senior lawyer Mahesh Jethmalani has alleged that a businessman with ties to China commissioned a report by Hindenburg Research, resulting in a significant decline in Adani Group shares in January 2023. Jethmalani claimed that Chinese spy Anla Cheng and her husband Mark Kingdon hired Hindenburg and used Kotak Mahindra Investments Limited to establish a trading account for short-selling Adani shares. This move, according to Jethmalani, led to substantial profits for them while causing financial harm to numerous Indian retail investors.
Beyond Kotak, is there a China connection to the Hindenburg exposé on Adani?
Social media is rife with claims that the wife of Mark Elliot Kingdon, the man on whom the spotlight fell following Sebi's revelations, has had ties with the Chinese Communist Party and thus China could be another actor in the Hindenburg saga.
New Cuban radar site near US military base could aid China spying, think tank says
Cuba is constructing a new radar site near Santiago de Cuba, capable of monitoring U.S. military activities at Guantanamo Bay, according to satellite imagery analyzed by a Washington think tank. The facility, set east of Santiago de Cuba and due to be operational soon, could track signals up to 8,000 miles away. The development raises concerns about China's strategic interests, despite denials from Cuban officials. This site adds to suspicions of increased Chinese surveillance capabilities in Cuba, targeting U.S. military and space operations.
Satellite images reveal the presence of Chinese spy bases in Cuba. Should the US be concerned?
A report by a think-tank based out of the US analyzed satellite images from Cuba which revealed the presence of Chinese spying facilities. This is a direct threat to the US. Law makers have urged the Biden administration to tackle this threat.
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Don't open window shades of planes to take photos, warns China's spy agency
China's top spy agency warns air passengers not to open window shades at dual civil-military use airports to take photos, citing national security concerns. The Ministry of State Security issued the warning on its official WeChat account after a foreigner was caught snapping pictures at an airport in Yiwu.
ABC report on allegations against India could have damaged bilateral partnership: Ex-Australian High Commissioner to India
Former Australian High Commissioner to India Barry O’Farrell criticized the recent Australian Broadcasting Corporation report alleging Indian 'interference' in Australian politics. The report claimed that the Sikh diaspora in India was 'coerced' by Indian authorities and mentioned the case of Hardeep Singh Nijjar. O’Farrell expressed concern that the report could have damaged the India-Australia relationship.
The Anglosphere is cornering India on Khalistan. What lies ahead
India faces opposition from developed countries in countering Khalistani separatists, with strong resistance from the Anglosphere. The Five Eyes spy network, including US, UK, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, provided intelligence for allegations against India. The Modi government's strong stance on national security complicates ties with countries like Canada, the US, and Australia.
Australian, Canadian broadcasting corp reports on Indian 'meddling' alike
Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) has made allegations about Indian spies and the Modi government's infiltration in Australia, similar to a report by Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC). The ABC report claims that the Sikh diaspora and their families in India have been coerced by Indian authorities, and the Australian government is worried about Indian spies on its soil.
China says Britain's MI6 turned two Chinese govt staff to spies
China accuses MI6 of turning Chinese state organ staff into spies, including a married couple, for British government. Case under investigation amid ongoing spying accusations between China and Britain.
North Korea says its latest satellite launch exploded in flight
North Korea's attempt to launch a new military reconnaissance satellite ended in failure on Monday when a newly developed rocket engine exploded in flight. The launch came just hours after Pyongyang issued a warning that it would try to launch a satellite by June 4. The launch became the nuclear-armed North's latest failure, following two other fiery crashes last year. It successfully placed its first spy satellite in orbit in November.
North Korea plans to launch a rocket soon, likely carrying its 2nd military spy satellite
North Korea announced plans to launch a rocket carrying its second military spy satellite, drawing strong rebukes from South Korea and Japan. The launch, banned under UN resolutions, was disclosed during a trilateral meeting between South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, and Chinese Premier Li Qiang. North Korea's planned launch is viewed as a cover for testing its long-range missile technology, violating UN resolutions. Yoon and Kishida urged North Korea to cancel the launch, emphasizing its threat to regional peace and security.
North Korea informs Japan of a plan to launch military spy satellite
North Korea has informed Japan of its plan to launch a satellite by early next week, likely aiming to put its second military spy satellite into orbit. The notification comes as South Korea, Japan, and China hold their first trilateral meeting in over four years in Seoul. Japan's coast guard received the launch information, which involves safety precautions for waters between the Korean Peninsula and China, and east of the Philippines. Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida urged cooperation with the U.S. and South Korea to prevent the launch, which violates U.N. bans on North Korean satellite launches viewed as missile tests.
Like a Netflix thriller: Raisi's death revives talk of Mossad's free run in Iran
Iran President Raisi Helicopter Crash: Social media is abuzz with conspiracy theories surrounding the helicopter crash that killed Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian. Amid the Israel-Hamas war, suspicions arise, but experts find Israeli involvement unlikely due to the potential consequences of such an act.
US spies to be assisted by Microsoft's AI? Here is what latest report reveals
Microsoft’s Generative AI will be used by the US Intelligence community to analyze large amounts of data and provide actionable inputs. The tool is presently being tested.
Seoul spy agency warns N. Korea plotting attacks on embassies
South Korea's intelligence agency warned of potential "terrorist" attacks by North Korea targeting South Korean officials and citizens abroad. The agency detected signs of North Korean preparations in countries like China, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East. This is believed to be linked to defections by elite North Koreans who are avoiding returning home. South Korea raised its anti-terrorism alert for diplomatic missions in five countries. North Korea has a history of aggressive actions, including assassination attempts and attacks on South Korean assets abroad.
Under Xi Jinping, China's powerful spy agency drastically raises its public profile
China's Ministry of State Security (MSS) has gained prominence under Xi Jinping's leadership, shedding its secretive image to become highly visible. The agency employs various propaganda tactics, including posters, social media campaigns, and videos, to raise awareness about perceived threats from foreign spies.
After India's alleged role, Canada spy agency asserts Chinese involvement in two polls won by Trudeau
Canadian Security Intelligence Service accused the Chinese government of interfering in the 2019 and 2021 elections won by Justin Trudeau. The interference targeted multiple parties, candidates, and staff members, with a public inquiry ongoing to address foreign meddling concerns.
In Beijing, Dutch PM Mark Rutte raises cyberespionage with China's Xi Jinping
It was the first time the Dutch publicly attributed cyberespionage to China, as national security tensions grow between the two countries. They are also in a confrontation over restrictions of exports of high-tech semiconductor equipment made by Dutch giant ASML to China.
China could use social media app TikTok to influence the 2024 elections: US spy chief
US Director of National Intelligence Avril Haines told a House of Representatives intelligence committee hearing on Tuesday that US cannot rule out that China's ruling Communist Party would use TikTok to influence this year's elections.
US spy agencies say country faces 'increasingly fragile world order'
U.S. intelligence agencies warn of a fragile world order challenged by China, Russia, and Iran. The report highlights the potential influence of China in the 2024 U.S. elections and the risks of conflict related to Israel's campaign against Hamas. It also discusses the need for military assistance for Ukraine and the terrorism implications at the U.S.-Mexico border.
Report claims Chinese authorities spying on exiled Tibetans
While speaking to ANI, TCHRD's spokesperson, Tenzin Dawa, remarked that the whole process of the report took about two years, and they have tried to get in touch with around one hundred Tibetan people.
Pigeon suspected of spying soars free after 8 months of investigation; Details inside
In the latest development concerning the often peculiar world of pigeon-related incidents, a bird initially suspected of being employed for spying by Chinese authorities has been released after spending eight months in the custody of a veterinary hospital in Mumbai. The Bai Sakarbai Dinshaw Petit Hospital for Animals sought and received permission from the police to release the pigeon, marking the end of an intriguing chapter that highlights the complex and sometimes bitter-sweet relations with our neighbours.
China's spy ships have been crisscrossing Indian Ocean Region since 2019
China has deployed spy vessels, disguised as ocean research vessels, near Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, and various regions in the Indian Ocean since 2019. The vessels aim to monitor India's assets and conduct research on minerals in the sea-bed. In 2021, the Chinese spy vessel Hai Yang Shi You 760 was located in the Bay of Bengal near the coast of Myanmar. The presence of such vessels raises concerns about Beijing's strategic interests and surveillance activities in the Indian Ocean Region.
Chinese spy vessel headed to Maldives, India keeping a close watch
India is closely monitoring the movement of the Chinese spy vessel, Xiang Yang Hong 03, which is scheduled to reach the Maldives. The vessel, claimed to be an ocean research vessel by Beijing, is currently in SE Asian waters. India is tracking its activities, including any attempt to gather data on regional resources.
China detains UK's MI6 spy for collecting intelligence, identifying potential assets
China's civilian spy agency, the Ministry of State Security (MSS), said in a statement that it had apprehended an individual surnamed Huang working with Britain's MI6 while leading a foreign consultancy. However, the agency did not mention Huang's full name, gender or nationality, nor identified the company they worked at.
China says foreign consulting agency head spied for Britain
China's spy agency has arrested the head of a foreign consultancy suspected of spying for Britain's MI6 intelligence service, citing criminal coercive measures.
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