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Sowmiya Ashok
Sowmiya Ashok, a former Assistant Editor at The Indian Express, is now an independent journalist based in Chennai. She reports on China, politics and the environment. She tweets @sowmiyashok
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China defends stand on Masood Azhar at UN: ‘Need more time to conduct thorough assessment’Subscriber Only
March 14, 2019 15:01 IST
While it is the fourth time in ten years that China has stalled such proceedings, India in response to China’s actions late on Wednesday night said that it was “disappointed” by the outcome but would continue to pursue all available avenues.
Thu, Mar 14, 2019
Delhi reaches out, Beijing keeps it guessing on Masood Azhar listing on WednesdaySubscriber Only
March 12, 2019 04:35 IST
While the US role is key to shaping China’s actions, Saudi, UAE and Turkey — all are close partners of Pakistan — can play a crucial role in influencing Pakistan.
Tue, Mar 12, 2019
UN ban on Azhar: ‘Responsible solution’ can only come through talks, says ChinaSubscriber Only
March 11, 2019 16:22 IST
During the Ministry of Foreign Affairs briefing in the national capital, Lu was asked if Azhar’s listing at the UNSC was discussed during the current round of tensions between India and Pakistan.
Mon, Mar 11, 2019
From ‘shaking’ phone apps to playing dumb charades — how to understand and be understood in a foreign landSubscriber Only
March 10, 2019 06:00 IST
Lost in Translation: More than a week into Chinese life, I have a translation app which takes pictures and tells me what the labels say. I finally found a moisturiser and plain yoghurt, on my walk home one night in the cold after missing the last subway.
Sun, Mar 10, 2019
China’s advice to India, Pakistan: ‘Turn the page, transform crisis into opportunity’Subscriber Only
March 08, 2019 16:36 IST
The statement comes days after Vice Foreign Minister Kong Kong Xuanyou was dispatched to Pakistan where he held series of meetings with Prime Minister Imran Khan, Army Chief Gen Qamar Javed Bajwa, Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi.
Fri, Mar 08, 2019
China: ‘All-weather’ partner Pakistan appreciates ‘unbiased attitude’Subscriber Only
March 08, 2019 00:12 IST
China’s comments come ahead of the United Nations Security Council’s March 13 deadline for any country to raise objections against the proposal to list Jaish-e-Mohammed leader Masood Azhar as a ‘global terrorist’.
Fri, Mar 08, 2019China slashes 2019 GDP target to 6-6.5 per cent amid slowdown, trade warSubscriber Only
March 06, 2019 03:05 IST
The country, however, stated that the 2019 growth projection, lowest target set in nearly three decades, was “comparatively high” among major economies in the world.
Wed, Mar 06, 2019
In touch with India, Pakistan, will play a constructive role to ease tensions: ChinaSubscriber Only
March 05, 2019 02:40 IST
On whether China would play the role of a mediator to ease the tensions between India and Pakistan, Lu said Beijing was in close contact with both the nations and would continue to play a constructive role.
Tue, Mar 05, 2019
IAF pilot Abhinandan Varthaman returns: China welcomes Pakistan ‘goodwill signal’Subscriber Only
March 02, 2019 00:50 IST
China’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lu Kang said that China had, from the beginning, called upon both sides to exercise restraint, ease tensions, and engage in dialogue.
Sat, Mar 02, 2019
China welcomes ‘goodwill signal’ by PakistanSubscriber Only
March 01, 2019 15:23 IST
In the Ministry of Foreign Affairs briefing Friday, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lu Kang said that from the start China was calling upon both sides to exercise restraint, ease tensions and engage in dialogue.
Fri, Mar 01, 2019
After call from Pakistan, China says respect territorial integritySubscriber Only
March 01, 2019 03:10 IST
“China believes that the sovereignty and territorial integrity of all countries must be respected. We oppose any practices that violate the UN Charter and the norms of international law,” Chinese Ministry spokesperson Lu Kang said.
Fri, Mar 01, 2019
India-Pak standoff: China says sovereignty, territorial integrity should be respectedSubscriber Only
February 28, 2019 15:14 IST
China's comments in the Ministry of Foreign Affair's briefing came after a telephonic conversation held late Wednesday between Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Pakistan Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi.
Thu, Feb 28, 2019
Diplomatic chorus: India, Pakistan should de-escalate nowSubscriber Only
February 28, 2019 04:35 IST
While France, UK and US on Wednesday called for “de-escalation” in their statements, Russia and China asked for exercising “restraint”.
Thu, Feb 28, 2019
China maintains its stance on India-Pakistan tensions, calls for ‘restraint’Subscriber Only
February 27, 2019 14:35 IST
"Both India and Pakistan are important countries in South Asia, and we hope both countries will take a view with the larger regional peace and stability in mind," Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lu Kang said.
Wed, Feb 27, 2019
Balakot strike was against terror camp, don’t wish to see escalation: Sushma Swaraj in ChinaSubscriber Only
February 27, 2019 08:35 IST
During the meeting held on the sidelines of Russia, India, China Foreign Ministers meeting, Sushma Swaraj also raised the Pulwama terror attack.
Wed, Feb 27, 2019
India works the hotlines: Australia, France lend their weightSubscriber Only
February 27, 2019 04:40 IST
While China’s response was muted, Australia and France came out with statements supporting India’s action.
Wed, Feb 27, 2019
Balakot Air Strike: Chinese media cite Pak version of ‘hasty payload drop’ by IAF jetsSubscriber Only
February 27, 2019 03:39 IST
In the morning, CGTN reported that a Pakistani Army spokesperson had released images, claiming that IAF jets dropped payload in an open area in Balakot and that a statement from the Narendra Modi government was awaited.
Wed, Feb 27, 2019
Air strike in Balakot: China hopes India, Pakistan will show restraintSubscriber Only
February 26, 2019 14:23 IST
IAF Surgical Strike on Balakot: Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lu Kang said: "India and Pakistan are both important countries in South Asia. Sound relations and cooperation serve the interest of both countries for peace and stability in South Asia."
Wed, Feb 27, 2019
Singer Chinmayi Sripaada on how joining the #MeToo movement changed herSubscriber Only
February 17, 2019 06:30 IST
The rebellion of playback singer Chinmayi Sripaada and the aftermath of her dissent.
Sun, Feb 17, 2019
Explained: Magnetic north pole drifting fast towards RussiaSubscriber Only
February 06, 2019 01:53 IST
Explained: How it is different from geographic north, why it is drifting fast towards Russia, what that could lead to
Wed, Feb 06, 2019
Study warns: A third of Hindu Kush Himalaya glaciers will melt by 2100Subscriber Only
February 05, 2019 00:15 IST
The report also finds that warming will at least be 0.7 °C higher in the northwest Himalaya and Karakoram region.
Tue, Feb 05, 2019
NMML constitutes fellowship named after Atal Bihari VajpayeeSubscriber Only
February 01, 2019 04:22 IST
According to NMML’s website, the current fellowships have been set up to pursue research in three areas — India: Recent Historical Trends and Developments, India in Transition: Issues and Challenges, and India and the Wider World.
Fri, Feb 01, 2019
Science or habit? Study examines effectiveness of Green India MissionSubscriber Only
February 01, 2019 00:56 IST
The Green India Mission is one of eight missions under the National Action Plan on Climate Change.
Fri, Feb 01, 2019
PM Modi gift auction: Delhi partyman picks nine over 2 daysSubscriber Only
January 29, 2019 04:14 IST
Kuljeet Chahal said he picked up nine items “driven by emotion” for Modi and for Maa Vindhyavasini Vindhyachal, a Hindu pilgrimage site in Uttar Pradesh.
Tue, Jan 29, 2019
Statues to boat replica: Gifts for PM Modi go under the hammerSubscriber Only
January 28, 2019 02:57 IST
As the bidding continued inside, the crowd outside milled about looking at the hats on the wall, the photographs and artwork that were at some point handed over to Modi, then spent some time in the government treasury, Toshakhana, and now hang on walls of the gallery.
Mon, Jan 28, 2019Journalism of Courage
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