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India Today
5 days ago
- Politics
- India Today
China presses Pak army chief on citizens' security, reaffirms iron-clad support
China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi did not mince words as he raised the issue of the safety of Chinese nationals working on various projects in Pakistan with army chief Asim Munir during his visit to in his first visit to China after the hostilities with India in May, underscored that their time-tested partnership was solid as a rock and assured Yi that the forces would take all necessary measures to ensure the safety of Chinese Indian Army has claimed that China provided live inputs to Pakistan during Operation Sindoor. Islamabad also used Chinese equipment during the hostilities. It is a different matter that the equipment came a cropper. The meeting between Chinese and Pakistani officials in Beijing During their meeting, Wang Yi said the Pakistani military was a staunch defender of national interests and reiterated that the nations were iron-clad friends and all-weather strategic partners."The two sides have always firmly supported each other on issues involving each other's core interests, and have stood together thick and thin in the face of various challenges," a statement by the Chinese Foreign Ministry Yi also reaffirmed that China would always prioritise Pakistan in its neighbouring diplomacy, in a subtle message to India."China supports Pakistan in resolutely combating all forms of terrorism and hopes that the Pakistani military will continue to make every effort to ensure the safety of Chinese personnel, projects and institutions in Pakistan," the statement further said.- Ends
The Hindu
5 days ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
Young Indians Parliament to be held to empower young voices on July 25 in Mysuru
The Young Indians (Yi) Mysuru chapter will be hosting the Yi Parliament here on Friday, July 25. The initiative is aimed at empowering young voices and fostering leadership among the youth. The Yi Parliament will simulate parliamentary proceedings, enabling students and young professionals to debate, deliberate, and present innovative solutions to real-world challenges. Through this initiative, Yi Mysuru seeks to instil a sense of responsibility, critical thinking, and civic engagement among the city's youth to be the voice of tomorrow, the organisers said. The topics of debate are skill development, climate change, digital India, governance, political engagement, sustainable development, social justice, human rights, among others. The event will be held at the Patel Convention Centre in Mysuru. Speaking about the event, Gagan Ranka and Priyanka Sridhar, chairperson and co-chair of Yi Mysuru respectively, said, 'The Yi Parliament is more than just an event — it's a movement to engage young minds in nation-building. This platform gives them the confidence and skills to lead with purpose and make a meaningful difference.' It also encourages the youth to take up a political career if they choose to, and take up political science as a specialisation, they added. The event will bring together more than 100 students, educators, thought leaders, and youth organisations for a two-day dialogue, learning, and inspiration. For further information, interested people can contact Shraddha, branding chair, Young Indians — Mysuru chapter, at 9972530991.
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Business Standard
7 days ago
- Business
- Business Standard
India to resume tourist visas to Chinese nationals from July 24 after 5 yrs
India will start issuing tourist visas to Chinese nationals from July 24 after halting them for five years, Reuters reported, citing the Indian Embassy in China. The development marks a shift in the strained ties between the two countries, which are aiming to improve ties and ease tensions after Galwan clashes in 2020. Chinese media Global Times shared the post made by the Indian Embassy in China on Weibo. Sharing the post on X, it said, "The Embassy of India in China announced via its Sina Weibo account on Wednesday that, starting from July 24, 2025, Chinese citizens can apply for a tourist visa to visit India after completing an online application, scheduling an appointment, and personally submitting their passport and other required documents to the Indian Visa Application Centers in Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou, in South China's Guangdong Province." It further added, "This marks the first time since the suspension in 2020 that India has resumed issuing tourist visas to Chinese citizens after a five-year hiatus, according to media reports." India suspends visas for Chinese nationals In 2020, India suspended all tourist visas for Chinese nationals in light of the Covid-19 pandemic. In April 2022, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) issued a notice, stating that all tourist visas to Chinese nationals will no longer be valid. The move came in retaliation after China limited the re-entry of as many as 22,000 Indian students in the country after the Covid-19 pandemic. Breakthrough in India-China ties Earlier in March this year, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi highlighted positive developments in India-China relations. He added that both countries have made positive strides in their bilateral ties and achieved encouraging outcomes. Yi emphasised the need for a cooperative partnership between the dragon (China) and the elephant (India). He stated, "China believes that as the largest neighbors, both countries should be partners in each other's success." He attributed the positive developments between the two countries to a successful meeting held between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping at Kazan, Russia.
The Print
15-07-2025
- Business
- The Print
Congress reminds Jaishankar of China's ‘support' to Pakistan in Op Sindoor after his talks with Wang Yi
According to the Ministry of External Affairs, in his talks with Yi, ahead of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Foreign Ministers' conclave in Tanjin Tuesday, Jaishankar said that Sino-India relations have been 'gradually moving in a positive direction' since Prime Minister Narendra Modi's meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping at the BRICS summit in Kazan in October 2024. In the statement, shared by Congress general secretary (communications) Jairam Ramesh, the party also referred to Chinese restrictions on export of critical minerals such as rare-earth magnets, which has hit India's automobile sector. Jaishankar raised the issue of 'restrictive trade measures' in his meeting Monday. New Delhi: The Congress Tuesday took a swipe at External Affairs Minister for his forward-looking remarks during his meeting with Chinese counterpart Wang Yi, reminding him that China had given 'total support to Pakistan' during Operation Sindoor. 'Perhaps, we should remind the EAM of recent developments in bilateral ties since the PM's last tête-à-tête with President Xi: China gave total support to Pakistan during Operation Sindoor, turning it into a testing ground for network-centric warfare and weapon systems such as the J-10C fighter and PL-15E air-to-air missile and assorted drones,' said the Congress. 'Deputy Chief of Army Staff R Singh has stated that India fought three adversaries in Sindoor, including China that gave Pakistan 'live inputs' i.e. real time intelligence on Indian military operations. Pakistan is likely to acquire Chinese J-35 stealth fighters in the near future,' the party stated. Addressing an event earlier this month, while sharing his assessment of Operation Sindoor, had said that 'Pakistan was the front face' but India also had to contend with China 'providing all possible support' to Islamabad. However, Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan had later downplayed Beijing's role, saying the extent of state support was 'difficult to define'. In its statement, the Congress also highlighted the unresolved aspects of the troop buildup on the China border sparked by the clashes at Galwan Valley in June 2020. 'Indian patrols continue to require Chinese concurrence to reach their patrolling points in Depsang, Demchok, and Chumar. 'Buffer zones' in Galwan, Hot Spring, and Pangong Tso lie predominantly within the Indian claim line, preventing our troops from accessing points to which they had unrestricted access before April 2020,' said the main opposition party. During his meeting with Yi Monday, Jaishankar also pressed for de-escalation at the Line of Actual Control (LAC) between India and China. 'We have made good progress in the past nine months for the normalization of our bilateral relations. It is a result of the resolution of friction along the border and our ability to maintain peace and tranquility there. This is the fundamental basis for mutual strategic trust and for smooth development of bilateral relations. It is now incumbent on us to address other aspects related to the border, including de-escalation,' said Jaishankar. The Congress reiterated its demand for a detailed debate on China in Parliament, saying it hopes that the Centre will hold the discussion during the upcoming monsoon session of the House. 'If the Parliament could debate the border situation in November 1962 when the Chinese invasion was at its peak, why cannot we discuss now – especially given that both sides appear to want renormalisation (albeit without necessarily restoring the May 2020 status quo on the Line of Actual Control in Eastern Ladakh)?' said the Congress. (Edited by Tony Rai) Also Read: Congress accuses Israel of attacking Iran's 'sovereignty', says it 'only deepens instability'
CTV News
10-07-2025
- CTV News
Have you seen Yi? Missing Calgary man last seen at northeast Walmart
Calgary polcie say 50-year-old Yi hasn't been seen since Friday, July 4. (CPS handout) Calgary police are sharing more information about a missing man as they continue searching for him. Police first issued a public plea for help finding 50-year-old Yi on Saturday, saying he hadn't been seen since Friday, July 4. However, they now have more information on where he may have spent his time that day. Investigators say Yi left his home in the 100 block of Hunterhorn Drive N.E. at 7 a.m. that day, and was expected to return home after work – but didn't. It's now believed he was at the Walmart Supercentre in Deerfoot City (1110 57 Ave. N.E.) at 7:30 a.m. on Friday, July 4. Police are asking anyone who interacted with Yi at the Walmart between 7 and 8 a.m. that day to call them at 403-266-1234. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through Crime Stoppers.
