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WTC points table: India slip down below Bangladesh in rankings

January 29, 2024

Hyderabad: India slipped down the World Test Championship (WTC) points table below Bangladesh in the latest rankings and are currently ...

Xi calls for Ukraine peace talks to resume during talks with Macron Beijing: Chinese leader Xi Jinping called Thursday for peace talks over Ukraine after French President Emmanuel Macron appealed to him to “bring Russia to its senses,” but Xi gave no indication Beijing would use its leverage as Vladimir Putin's diplomatic partner to press for a settlement. Xi gave no sign China, which declared it had a “no limits friendship” with Moscow before last year's attack, had changed its stance since calling for peace talks in February. But he added his personal authority by repeating the appeal at a joint event with Macron in front of reporters. “Peace talks should resume as soon as possible,” Xi said. Beijing, which sees Moscow as a partner in opposing US domination of global affairs, has tried to appear neutral in the conflict but has given Putin diplomatic support and repeated Russian justifications for the February 2022 attack. Xi received an effusive welcome from Putin when he visited Moscow last month, giving the isolated Russian president a political boost. The Chinese leader said “legitimate security concerns of all parties” should be considered, a reference to Moscow's argument that its invasion of Ukraine was justified because of the eastward expansion of NATO, the US-European military alliance. Governments should “avoid taking actions that will further make the crisis deteriorate or even get out of control," Xi said. He called for cooperation to reduce disruption of food and energy supplies, especially for developing countries. During their talks earlier, Macron appealed to Xi to “bring Russia to its senses and bring everyone back to the negotiating table.” Macron pointed to Chinese support for the United Nations Charter, which calls for respect of a country's territorial integrity. He said Putin's announcement that his government would deploy nuclear weapons in Belarus violated international agreements and commitments Moscow had made to Xi's government. “We need to find a lasting peace," the French president said. "I believe that this is also an important issue for China, as much as it is for France and for Europe.” China is the biggest buyer of Russian oil and gas, which helps prop up the Kremlin's revenue in the face of Western sanctions. That increases Chinese influence, but Xi appears reluctant to jeopardise that partnership by pressuring Putin. “China has always adhered to an objective and fair position on the issue of the Ukraine crisis,” said a Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Mao Ning. “We have been an advocate of a political solution to the crisis and a promoter of peace talks.” Earlier, Macron said during a meeting with the ruling Communist Party's No. 2 leader, Premier Li Qiang, that France wants to “build a common path” in dealing with “all the major conflicts” in addition to Ukraine. Li said there was likely to be a “broad consensus” between Macron and Xi but gave no indication whether Beijing might be willing to lobby Moscow to make peace. The meeting will “send positive signals of concerted efforts by China, France and Europe to maintain world peace and stability,” Li said. Macron was accompanied to Beijing by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in a show of European unity. Last week, von der Leyen warned that the European Union must be prepared to develop measures to protect trade and investment that China might exploit for security and military purposes. Meanwhile, NATO's 31 member countries warned Wednesday of “severe consequences” should China start sending weapons and ammunition to Russia. NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg said giving lethal aid would be a “historic mistake.” He warned there would be “severe consequences” but declined to give details. Mao, the Chinese spokesperson, rejected NATO criticism. “When it comes to responsibility in Ukraine, I think the United States and military blocs such as NATO should take responsibility,” Mao said. “NATO is in no position to accuse or pressure China.” AP China, Ukraine, Xi Jinping, Emmanuel Macron

International

Xi says ready to ‘break new ground’ to solidify China-France ties after Macron inks big defence deals with India

January 28, 2024

Beijing: Chinese President Xi Jinping has offered to "break new ground" to give a fillip to the China-France ties, days ...

Business

Budget: Auto cos seek continued push to green mobility, infra development

January 28, 2024

New Delhi: The government needs to continue with favourable policies to promote green mobility while also focussing on infrastructure development ...

Business

Red Sea crisis: No disruption in oil flows to India, only freight up: HPCL head

January 28, 2024

New Delhi: The ongoing attacks on shipping vessels by Houthi militants in the Red Sea have not impacted the flow ...

Sci-Tech

Alarming surge in cyber kidnapping raises global concerns

January 28, 2024

New Delhi: In an era where technological advancements shape our daily lives, the proliferation of scams and cons has become ...

Business

Longer disruptions at Red Sea trade route may hurt auto, electronics production: GTRI

January 28, 2024

New Delhi: Longer disruptions at the crucial Red Sea trade route may hurt manufacturing lines of some sectors like electronics, ...

Sports

England beat India by 28 runs in first Test

January 28, 2024

Hyderabad: England defeated India by 28 runs in the first Test to take a 1-0 lead in the five-match series ...

Sports

Arshin, Musheer take India to 326/5 against USA in U19 World Cup

January 28, 2024

Bloemfontein: Opener Arshin Kulkarni slammed a stroke-filled century while Musheer Khan continued his good run to help India pile on ...

International

India to assist in rescue of Sri Lanka fishermen captured by Somali pirates

January 28, 2024

Colombo: India has pledged to assist in the rescue of six Sri Lankan fishermen captured by the Somali pirates, Sri ...

Metro

Indian women’s hockey team reaches Bhubaneswar for FIH Hockey Pro League matches

January 28, 2024

Bhubaneswar: After falling to qualify for the Paris Olympic Games to be held later this year, the Indian women's hockey ...

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Tide Is Turning

July 22, 2026

Roger Waters once wrote: Tide is turning; Satellite buzzing through the endless night; Exclusive to moonshots and world title fights;...

July 21, 2026

The resignation of about 120 scientists and engineers from the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), including those associated with top...

CJP march: Few Parliament gates briefly shut as protesters move close

July 20, 2026

As Parliament prepares to convene for the Monsoon Session on Monday, 20 July, the Modi government stands accused of shrinking...

July 19, 2026

By Aakar Patel A few thoughts on the Cockroach Janata Party’s protest come to mind. The hunger strike by activists,...

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