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India, China reach agreement to de-escalate border tensions

India and China have agreed on new patrolling arrangements aimed at de-escalating tensions along their disputed Himalayan border.

Explainer: Curious case of China’s missing defence minister

China has been gripped by a mystery as its defence minister, General Li Shangfu, has suddenly vanished from public view. This unexplained absence has left many questions unanswered, especially given the backdrop of similar high-profile disappearances within China’s political elite. Who is General Li Shangfu? General Li Shangfu was appointed as China’s defence minister in […]

Jinping absent from G20, ex-Army chief welcomes Chinese premier

NEW DELHI: As world leaders descended upon New Delhi, including US President Biden and UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak last night, Chinese President Xi Jinping opted to send Chinese Premier Li Qiang as his representative for the G20 Summit. India extended a warm welcome to the Chinese Premier, often referred to as the ‘second-highest position’ […]

Inside India’s swanky G20 summit venue, Bharat Mandapam

The architectural marvel reflects India’s vision to ascend as a Vishwa Guru with grace