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Armed conflicts worldwide hit record since WWII report

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 21:04:14 GMT

Sixty-five state-based conflicts were recorded worldwide in 2025, according to the Peace Research Institute Oslo

The number of armed conflicts worldwide reached its highest level since World War II in 2025, according to a study published on Tuesday by the Peace Research Institute Oslo (PRIO).

Researchers found there were 65 state-based conflicts - involving at least one government actor - t

China Overtakes Russia As Central Asia's Top Foreign Investor

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:52:43 GMT

China has surpassed Russia as the biggest direct foreign investor in Central Asia, a resource-rich region that has long been in Moscows sphere of influence but is being increasingly courted by Beijing, according to data from the Eurasian Development Bank (EDB).

Chinas cumulative direct investment in Central Asia over the past decade exceeded $35 billion in 2025, the EDB said in areportpublished in December. Found

Tri-Nation Series: India A hold nerve to beat Sri Lanka A by 8 runs in Dambulla

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:04:29 GMT

Dambulla [Sri Lanka], June 9 (ANI): Ruturaj Gaikwad's superb century and a collective bowling effort powered India A to a hard-fought eight-run win over Sri Lanka A in the opening fixture of the Tri-Nation A Series at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium on Tuesday.

After being put under pressure early, India A posted a competitive 277/6 in 50 overs, thanks largely to Gaikwad's composed 101 from 114 deliver

Canada add Jayden Nelson to replace Marcelo Flores

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:40:25 GMT

(Photo credit: Perry Nelson-Imagn Images)

Canada's World Cup team added Austin FC forward Jayden Nelson to the roster on Tuesday as a replacement for injured midfielder Marcelo Flores.

Nelson, 23, scored a goal in stoppage time during Canada's 2-0 victory over Uzbekistan last week in a World Cup tune-up match in Edmonton. The Ontario native is a product of Toronto FC academy and has two goals in 10 matches

AFGHANISTAN-HANDMADE CARPET-JOB

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:49:59 GMT

(260609) -- KABUL, June 9, 2026 (Xinhua) -- An Afghan girl weaves a carpet at a family workshop in Kabul, Afghanistan, June 8, 2026. TO GO WITH "Feature: Strengthening carpet-weaving sector can create more jobs for Afghans" (Photo by Saifurahman Safi/Xinhua)

We want to foster peace, stability for people of Afghanistan: MEA reaffirms India's commitment to Afghan development

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:02:04 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 9 (ANI): Reaffirming India's commitment to the welfare of the Afghan people, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Tuesday said New Delhi remains focused on fostering peace, stability and development in Afghanistan through sustained humanitarian assistance, development cooperation and capacity-building initiatives.

Addressing the weekly media briefing when asked about the remarks made

"Indian diplomacy works 24/7 for nation": EAM Jaishankar shares foreign policy transformations in last 12 years

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:32:58 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 9 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday shared key transformations in India's foreign policy and the Ministry of External Affairs, 12 years since Prime Minister Narendra Modi took oath.

He highlighted how strides had been made in the last twelve years through facilities such as fullest support to Indians abroad through Embassies, expanded use of the Indian Community Welf

(SP)THE PHILIPPINES-ILOCOS SUR PROVINCE-VOLLEYBALL-2026 AVC WOMEN'S CUP-UZB VS TPE

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:15:12 GMT

(260609) -- ILOCOS SUR PROVINCE, June 9, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Hung Chia-Yao (back) of Chinese Taipei saves the ball during the pool A match between Chinese Taipei and Uzbekistan at the 2026 AVC Women's Cup in Ilocos Sur Province, the Philippines, on June 9, 2026. (Xinhua/Rouelle Umali)

Rohit Sharma, Hardik Pandya cleared fit for Afghanistan ODI series: Sources

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 09:32:13 GMT

By Vipul Kashyap

New Delhi [India], June 9 (ANI): India cricket stars Rohit Sharma and Hardik Pandya are set to return to action in the upcoming three-match ODI series against Afghanistan after clearing their fitness assessments, sources told ANI.

According to the sources, both players have successfully passed their fitness tests and are expected to join the national squad shortly ahead of the series.

"My father's dream": Manav Suthar on emotional India Test debut

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 07:32:50 GMT

New Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], June 9 (ANI): Left-arm spinner Manav Suthar has described his Test debut for India as a deeply emotional and long-cherished moment, calling it the fulfilment of a dream that he and his family had nurtured since the beginning of his cricketing journey.

Suthar made his debut in the one-off Test against Afghanistan in New Chandigarh, a match India won by an innings and 300 runs, mark

FIFA World Cup: Spain thrash Peru 3-1, France beat Northern Ireland in warm-up fixtures

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 06:32:24 GMT

Puebla [Mexico], June 9 (ANI): Spain underlined their status as one of the favourites for the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a commanding 3-1 victory over Peru in their final warm-up match, while France and the Netherlands also secured wins ahead of the tournament's opening game on June 11.

According to FIFA, La Roja made an ideal start at the Estadio Cuauhtemoc in Mexico, taking the lead after just two minutes through

Indian Envoy Vinay Kwatra meets US corporate and tech leaders to boost AI and supply chain ties

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 03:58:58 GMT

Washington, DC [US], June 9 (ANI): India's Ambassador to the US, Vinay Mohan Kwatra, held a series of high-level engagements with top corporate and technology leaders to discuss investment expansion, supply chain resilience, and emerging technologies.

Detailing the meetings in separate posts on social media platform X, the Indian envoy highlighted New Delhi's growing economic and technological partnership with th

India tears into Pakistan's 'Fitna al Hindustan' narrative, exposes it as a 'factory of hate' at UN

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 02:58:47 GMT

New York [US], June 9 (ANI): India has strongly criticised Pakistan at the United Nations for propagating state-sponsored disinformation by labelling militant outfits operating inside its own territory as 'Fitna al Hindustan'.

Speaking at a United Nations Security Council session focusing on the situation in Afghanistan, India's Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Parvathaneni Harish, stated that Islam

India slams Pakistan's 'trade and transit terrorism' and deadly Afghan airstrikes at UNSC

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 02:58:19 GMT

New York [US], June 9 (ANI): India has launched a scathing attack against Pakistan at the United Nations Security Council, fiercely criticising Islamabad for exploiting Afghanistan's landlocked position and launching fatal airstrikes that have claimed hundreds of civilian lives.

Addressing the UNSC, India's Ambassador Parvathaneni Harish argued that Pakistan's refusal to grant transit access to Afghan merchants c

ICC chief prosecutor suspended over sexual misconduct allegations

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 00:10:34 GMT

The Hague-based International Criminal Court has taken action against British lawyer Karim Khan pending a wider vote by member states

The International Criminal Court has suspended its chief prosecutor, Karim Khan, pending further proceedings over allegations of sexual misconduct.

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"Contiguous neighbours and civilizational states": India reaffirms strong support for Afghanistan

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 23:57:36 GMT

New York [US], June 9 (ANI): India's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Parvathaneni Harish, has reaffirmed India's deep commitment to the Afghan people, emphasising ties and ongoing humanitarian and development assistance amid Afghanistan's challenges.

Speaking at UNAMA Briefing in UNSC Meeting on the Situation in Afghanistan, Harish described India and Afghanistan as 'contiguous neighbours' and 'ci

Netherlands to replace Jurrien Timber with Lutsharel Geertruida

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:55:23 GMT

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An ongoing injury to Arsenal's Jurrien Timber was replaced on the Netherlands' World Cup roster by Sunderland's Lutsharel Geertruida.

A groin injury suffered in March forced Timber to miss several months of the domestic season. Although the defender played 55 minutes for Arsenal in the Champions League final against Paris Saint-Germain on May 30, the Netherlands staf

World Yogasana Championships 2026: India completes century of golds in dominant clean sweep

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:34:10 GMT

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], June 8 (ANI): Hosts India signed off the inaugural World Yogasana Championships campaign with 114 medals that included a century of gold (102) to underline their domination at the EKA Arena here on Monday.

Second-place Japan were a distant second with three gold, three silver and five bronze, with Argentina taking the third spot thanks to their lone athlete, Nabila Barraza's exploits

Update: Tech breakthroughs boost China's black soil protection endeavors

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:46:39 GMT

NANJING, June 8 (Xinhua) -- Chinese scientists have released research results documenting technological breakthroughs in combating black soil degradation and boosting modern agricultural development through the use of modern precision practices.

Referred to as the "giant panda of cultivated land" thanks to its fertility and scarcity, black soil in China's Heilongjiang, Jilin and Liaoning provinces, all located in

"Our discipline in bowling was not that good": Afghanistan skipper Hashmatullah Shahidi after defeat to India

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:32:30 GMT

New Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], June 8 (ANI): Afghanistan captain Hashmatullah Shahidi lauded India on a dominant victory over his side, admitting that they struggled from the outset due to indisciplined bowling.

He acknowledged India's strength in home conditions and said the match provided valuable lessons for Afghanistan, particularly in handling pressure situations. Shahidi expressed hope that his team woul

PM Modi congratulates Armenian PM Pashinyan on poll win; vows to deepen "warm and historic" ties

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:32:25 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday congratulated Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan on the latter's Civil Contract Party's 'impressive victory' in the parliamentary elections, saying he looks forward to working closely to further deepen ties.

In a post on X, Prime Minister Modi said the renewed mandate reflected the trust and confidence reposed by the people of Armenia in

Focus on scoring 350-400 runs on the board: Skipper Gill after India beat Afghanistan in one-off Test

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:31:42 GMT

New Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], June 8 (ANI): Following his side's massive win over Afghanistan in the one-off Test, Indian skipper Shubman Gill expressed happiness with the win and said that the focus is on posting 350-400 run totals on the board consistently.

Skipper Gill and KL Rahul's century and sensational performances from spinners Manav Suthar and Washington Sundar helped Team India secure their biggest

"Top of the world feeling": Manav Suthar after winning POTM award on Test debut

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 13:01:32 GMT

New Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], June 8 (ANI): Following an outstanding Test debut for India against Afghanistan, all-rounder Manav Suthar credited his success to staying patient and adapting to conditions.

Sensational centuries from skipper Shubman Gill and KL Rahul, coupled with a remarkable debut performance from spin all-rounder Suthar, powered India to a massive innings and 300-run victory over Afghanistan i

Suthar, Washington spin web as India register biggest innings win in Tests, crush Afghanistan in one-off match

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 12:32:47 GMT

New Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], June 8 (ANI): Sensational centuries from skipper Shubman Gill and KL Rahul, coupled with a remarkable debut performance from spin all-rounder Manav Suthar, powered India to a massive innings and 300-run victory over Afghanistan in the one-off Test at New Chandigarh on Monday.

After centuries from Rahul and Gill guided Team India to a formidable total of 564/8 declared in the first

Intex Partners Afghanistan Men's Cricket Team as Associate Sponsor for India Tour 2026

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 12:32:09 GMT

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New Delhi [India], June 8: Intex Technologies, one of India's most trusted homegrown consumer electronics brands, has announced its association with Afghanistan Men's Cricket Team as the Official Associate Sponsor for their multi-format tour of India scheduled from June 6 to June 20, 2026.

The bilateral series features a one-off Test match in New Chandigarh follo

Pashinian Wins In Armenia, But No Super-Majority

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 12:00:38 GMT

Victoryfor Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinian in parliamentary elections marks a firm slap down for Russian efforts to derail his signature pro-Western policy moves, although failure to win a two-thirds majority in parliament will complicate the ongoing US-brokered peace process with Azerbaijan.

Official preliminary results gave Pashinian's Civil Contract party 64 seats in the 150-seat legislature, enough to

Pashinian Wins In Armenia, But No Supermajority

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 12:00:38 GMT

Official preliminary results gave Pashinian's Civil Contract party 64 seats in the 105-seat legislature, enough to

One-off Test: India close in on innings victory as Afghanistan slump to 98/5 after follow-on

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 10:34:10 GMT

New Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], June 8 (ANI): India moved within touching distance of a comprehensive victory in the one-off Test against Afghanistan as the visitors slumped to 98/5 in their second innings at tea on Day 3 after being forced to follow on at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium here on Monday.

Afghanistan, trailing by 412 runs after being bowled out for 152 in their first in

One-off Test, Day 3: India enforce follow-on as debutant Suthar spins Afghanistan into trouble

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 07:59:41 GMT

New Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], June 8 (ANI): India tightened their grip on the one-off Test against Afghanistan by enforcing the follow-on after bowling the visitors out for 152 in their first innings, with debutant left-arm spinner Manav Suthar starring with a sensational six-wicket haul during the opening session of Day 3 here on Monday.

At lunch, Afghanistan had moved to 18 without loss in their second innin

Manav Suthar scripts history with 6-wicket haul on Test debut as India enforce follow-on against Afghanistan

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 06:59:25 GMT

New Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], June 8 (ANI): Left-arm spinner Manav Suthar announced his arrival on the international stage in spectacular fashion, claiming a six-wicket haul on Test debut to help India dismiss Afghanistan for 152 and enforce the follow-on on Day 3 of the one-off Test on Monday.

The 23-year-old Rajasthan all-rounder returned figures of 6 for 33 from 22 overs, becoming only the 10th Indian bowle

Team Yandex topple LGD again, winning BLAST Slam VII title

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 21:05:12 GMT

(Photo credit: Nick Oza/The Republic via Imagn Content Services, LLC)

Team Yandex smacked LGD Gaming 3-1 in the grand final Sunday to win first prize at the BLAST Slam VII playoffs in Copenhagen, Denmark.

Yandex will bring home $300,000 out of the $1 million pool of prize money, plus an additional $100,000 club bonus. LGD Gaming settled for $150,000 and $45,000, respectively.

Yandex finished the tourn

Gujarat's Heena Rajgor leads India's gold medal rush on penultimate day of World Yogasana Championships

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 18:04:13 GMT

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], June 7 (ANI): Former Miss Gujarat Super Model winner Heena Rajgor led India's gold medal rush on the penultimate day of the inaugural World Yogasana Championships at the EKA Arena here on Sunday as the hosts extended their lead at the top.

At the time of writing, India stood at the top of the medals tally with a total of 50 medals, including 40 gold, eight silver and two bronze. Japa

7 OPEC+ nations announce second straight 188,000 bpd output increase for July

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 16:59:06 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): Seven OPEC+ countries have announced a second consecutive monthly increase in oil production, agreeing to raise output by 188,000 barrels per day (bpd) in July 2026 after approving an identical increase for June last month, as the group continues its gradual easing of voluntary supply cuts.

The decision was taken during a virtual meeting of Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, Kuwait, Kaza

Experts draw inspiration for Eurasia from China's governance under Xi's leadership

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 16:15:32 GMT

ST. PETERSBURG, June 7 (Xinhua) -- The Russian edition of the first volume of "China's Governance Under Xi Jinping's Leadership" has received a warm response from representatives of media organizations, think tanks, and government institutions across Eurasia.

The book was officially launched at a ceremony on Wednesday in St. Petersburg, attended by around 100 representatives from China, Russia, Kazakhstan, and ot

"Exceptional exhibition of spin bowling": Gavaskar, Swann hail Suthar's promising international debut

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 15:33:46 GMT

New Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], June 7 (ANI): Former Indian cricket Sunil Gavaskar and former England spinner Graeme Swann lauded young spin all-rounder Manav Suthar on a promising start to his international debut against Afghanistan, with the former saying that he has the attributes to be a 'strong contender at Test level going forward'.

Suthar, who got his debut cap for India in the one-off Test against Afghan

"Best feeling of my life": Manav Suthar on receiving his maiden India call-up

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 14:32:49 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 7 (ANI): Bowling all-rounder Manav Suthar described receiving his maiden India call-up for the one-off Test against Afghanistan as the most memorable moment of his career, calling it the 'best feeling of my life'.

Led by Shubman Gill, India is facing Afghanistan in a one-off Test in New Chandigarh. Although the match is not part of the ICC World Test Championship cycle, promisin

Boosting bilateral ties: Ariana Afghan Airlines launches daily flights between Kabul and Delhi

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 13:32:57 GMT

Kabul [Afghanistan], June 7 (ANI): In a significant move to bolster economic ties and enhance connectivity, Ariana Afghan Airlines has officially commenced daily passenger and cargo flights between Kabul and New Delhi.

This transition from a limited weekly schedule to a robust daily service marks a major milestone in facilitating trade, investment, and people-to-people engagement between the two nations.

Afghanistan struggling at 113/5 after India declare first innings at 564/8, Suthar shines

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 13:32:49 GMT

New Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], June 7 (ANI): India dominated Day 2 of the one-off Test against Afghanistan, posting a mammoth 564/8 declared in their first innings with the visitors struggling at 113/5 at stumps.

Centuries from KL Rahul and skipper Shubman Gill, combined with fifties from Rishabh Pant and Washington Sundar, laid the foundation for India's commanding position.

Debutant Manav Suthar and pac

India in driver's seat in Test against Afghanistan, declare first innings at 564/8

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 10:32:21 GMT

New Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], June 7 (ANI): Sensational tons from KL Rahul, skipper Shubman Gill and fifties from Rishabh Pant and Washington Sundar have placed India in the driver's seat at Tea on the second day of the one-off Test against Afghanistan.

Afghanistan ended the second session of the day at 28/1, with Rahmanullah Gurbaz (0*) and Sediqullah Atal (11*) unbeaten.

India started the second sessi

Pant misses century in Afghanistan Test, India 476 for six at Lunch

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 07:32:08 GMT

New Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], June 7 (ANI): India lost three wickets in the first session of Day 2 of the one-off Test match against Afghanistan being played at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium here.

India were comfortably placed at 476 for six wickets at Lunch.

Rishabh Pant and Shubman Gill started the day's play with 368/3 on board and soon added 48 runs before Gill lost his

(SP)ITALY-ROME-TAEKWONDO-ROMA 2026 GRAND PRIX-MEN'S +80KG

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 06:49:50 GMT

(260607) -- ROME, June 7, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Simone Alessio of Italy (R) competes with Rafail Aiukaev of Russia during their men's +80kg final match at Roma 2026 World Taekwondo Grand Prix in Rome, Italy, June 6, 2026. (Xinhua/Li Jing)

Team Yandex awaits foe in grand final of BLAST Slam VII

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 05:55:11 GMT

(Photo credit: Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle / USA TODAY NETWORK)

Team Yandex downed BetBoom Team to advance to Sunday's grand final at the BLAST Slam VII playoffs in Copenhagen, Denmark.BetBoom Team, after losing 2-1 in the upper-bracket final on Saturday, can earn another shot at Team Yandex and the $300,000 top prize if they can get past LGD Gaming in the lower-bracket final earlier Sunday. LGD G

4.0 magnitude earthquake hits Afghanistan

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 22:29:51 GMT

Kabul [Afghanistan], June 7 (ANI): An earthquake of magnitude 4.0 struck Afghanistan on Sunday, as reported by the National Centre for Seismology (NCS).

In a post on X, it said that the earthquake occurred at 2:54 AM Indian Standard Time, at a depth of 160 kilometres.

https://x.com/NCS_Earthquake/status/2063374819337646403?s=20

India ODI squad for England will be announced during "latter part of Afghanistan series": BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 18:01:50 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 6 (ANI): BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia confirmed that India's squad for the upcoming three-match ODI series in England will be announced during the latter part of the ongoing Afghanistan series. The three-match away ODI series against England will be held from July 14 to July 19.

India will play a three-match ODI series against Afghanistan, which will take place from June 13 to

India must improve Test performances, says Ajit Agarkar as team eyes WTC revival

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 18:00:44 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 6 (ANI): India's struggles in the ongoing ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2025-27 cycle have become a concern, with Chief Selector Ajit Agarkar admitting that the team needs to raise its standards if it hopes to climb the rankings and challenge for a place in the final.

Speaking during a press conference on Saturday after the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announ

BCCI announces India A squad for unofficial Tests in Sri Lanka; Dhruv Jurel to lead

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 14:34:31 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 6 (ANI): The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Saturday announced the India A squad for the multi-day matches in Sri Lanka.

Dhruv Jurel will be leading the squad and Devdutt Padikkal has been named his deputy for two unofficial Test matches against the neighbouring nation.

Both unofficial Test matches will be played at the Galle International Cricket Stadium

Shubman Gill becomes second-fastest Indian captain to 1,000 Test runs

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 14:32:56 GMT

Chandigarh [India], June 6 (ANI): Shubman Gill reached the milestone of 1,000 Test runs as skipper, becoming the 11th player to do so for India during the One-off Test against Afghanistan at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium on Saturday.

Gill achieved the landmark in just his 15th innings (Test), making him the second-fastest Indian captain to reach the mark, behind Sunil Gavaskar, who d

Ladakh LG Saxena to accompany Buddha Relics from Mongolia to India

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 14:32:39 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): Ladakh Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena will travel to Mongolia on Sunday (June 7) to accompany the sacred relics of two great disciples of Lord Buddha from Ulaanbaatar to New Delhi, following a 10-day exposition in Mongolia.

Saxena has been nominated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to lead the delegation for the return of the holy relics to India. He will also attend the co

One-off Test: Shubman Gill, KL Rahul centuries lead India to 368/3 on Day 1 vs Afghanistan

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 14:32:07 GMT

Chandigarh [India], June 6 (ANI): India ended Day 1 of the one-off Test against Afghanistan in a commanding position, reaching 368 for 3 in 85 overs at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium here on Saturday.

Skipper Shubman Gill ended the day with 103 not out, with KL Rahul also hitting a century of his own, while Rishabh Pant supported with a well-timed 50. The strong batting display saw In

(SP)CHINA-ZUNYI-FOOTBALL-INTERNATIONAL COMPETITION

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 14:15:35 GMT

(260606) -- ZUNYI, June 6, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Jin Yonghao (L) of China vies with Olimzoda Fathullo of Tajikistan during CFA Team China International Competition Zunyi 2026 between China U23 National Team and Tajikistan U23 National Team in Zunyi, southwest China's Guizhou Province, June 6, 2026. (Xinhua/Tao Liang)

UZBEKISTAN-ARAL SEA-CHINA-RESTORATION

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 12:45:08 GMT

(260606) -- ALMATY, June 6, 2026 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on April 9, 2026 shows Chinese Smart Agriculture Demonstration Zone outside the International Innovation Center for the Aral Sea Basin in Nukus, Uzbekistan. TO GO WITH "Feature: China-Central Asia cooperation brings hope to Aral Sea restoration" (Xinhua/Li Renzi)

TURKMENISTAN-ASHGABAT-TURKMEN TEXTILE EXPO

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 12:16:42 GMT

(260606) -- ASHGABAT, June 6, 2026 (Xinhua) -- A model showcases a designer's creations at a fashion show during the Turkmen Textile Expo 2026 in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan, June 4, 2026. (Photo by Cui Jiaxin/Xinhua)

#CHINA-EUROPE FREIGHT TRAIN-EASTERN CORRIDOR-3,000 TRAINS (CN)

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 10:16:04 GMT

(260606) -- HARBIN, June 6, 2026 (Xinhua) -- A drone photo taken on June 5, 2026 shows China-Europe freight trains doing refitting work at the Manzhouli Station in Manzhouli, north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region. The eastern corridor of the China-Europe freight train network has witnessed more than 3,000 train trips on its railway lines this year.

The eastern corridor consists of three railway ports inc

Virat Kohli ruled out of Afghanistan ODI series; Yashasvi Jaiswal named replacement

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 10:00:49 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 6 (ANI): India's batting heavyweight Virat Kohli has been ruled out of the upcoming three-match ODI series against Afghanistan after sustaining a hamstring injury during Royal Challengers Bengaluru's title-winning campaign in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 last month.

Yashasvi Jaiswal has replaced him in the squad. Chief selector Ajit Agarkar also said that Kohli could be

Sudharsan misses ton but India in control vs AFG at 209/2 after second session on Day 1

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 10:00:44 GMT

New Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], June 6 (ANI): India's batting top-order has done the damage on Day 1 of the one-off Test against Afghanistan at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium here on Saturday.

After a stellar campaign for the Gujarat Titans in IPL 2026, Sai Sudharsan continued his form in red-ball cricket and made 81 runs while coming to bat at number three.

He was preferred at

Chinese manufacturers drive shared gains with BRI partners

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 07:47:01 GMT

NANCHANG, June 6 (Xinhua) -- From pickup trucks rolling onto the streets of Saudi Arabia to blood purification devices entering Southeast Asian hospitals, Chinese manufacturers are deepening their ties with Belt and Road partner countries, bringing benefits to local businesses, healthcare providers and consumers.

Jiangling Motors Group Co., Ltd. (JMCG), a leading automaker based in east China's Jiangxi Province,

Rahul, Sudharsan steady India at 96/1 after 1st session against Afghanistan (Day 1)

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 07:03:38 GMT

New Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], June 6 (ANI): Fluent innings from KL Rahul and Sai Sudharsan guided India to 96/1 at the end of first session on Day 1 of the One-Off Test against Afghanistan on Saturday in New Chandigarh at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium.

Sudharsan and Rahul stitched 55 runs for the second wicket in 78 balls to guide the home team to 96/1 at lunch after 25 overs. Ra

Accelerating global expansion, Chinese machinery companies gain ground in Trkiye

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 05:15:20 GMT

Nearly 200 Chinese companies participated in KOMATEK, presenting a wide range of products, including new-energy equipment, intelligent machinery and high-end industrial solutions.

ISTANBUL, June 6 (Xinhua) -- Chinese construction machinery manufacturers are strengthening their presence in Trkiye, showcasing advanced technologies and expanding market influence as they pursue global growth opportun

Shubman Gill wins toss, India opts to bat in One-off Test against Afghanistan

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 03:59:00 GMT

New Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], June 6 (ANI): Indian skipper Shubman Gill has won the toss and opted to bat first against Afghanistan in the One-off Test on Saturday in New Chandigarh at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium.

The contest comes less than a week after the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 final. The two sides played their first and only Test in 2018, which India won by an inn

CENTCOM: Iran Did Not Damage 5th Fleet Headquarters In Bahrain

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 02:15:00 GMT

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CENTCOM: Iran Did Not Damage US 5th Fleet Headquarters In Bahrain

CENTCOM, the US Central Command, has said that "Iranian claims of damaging US 5th Fleet headquarters in Bahrain are false."

Irans Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) on June 5 said that its forces damaged the headquarters of the US 5th Fleet in Bahrain with missile and drone strikes.

The US 5th Fleet

EU courting Armenia to weaken Russia iconic film director

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 19:30:23 GMT

Every action taken by the bloc in the East is designed to undermine Moscow, Emir Kusturica has told RT

The EU is courting Armenia as part of its broader strategy in the Eastern Hemisphere aimed at weakening Russia, renowned Serbian filmmaker Emir Kusturica told RT on Friday.

Under Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, the South Caucasus nation has launched the process of seeking EU membership. Mo

Ukrainian drone attack on grain ships kills five

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:36:55 GMT

Two foreign flagged vessels heading to Russian ports were attacked in the Sea of Azov, Moscow has said

Five Azerbaijani nationals have been killed and three injured in drone strikes on grain vessels in the Sea of Azov, Azerbaijan's Foreign Ministry has said. The attacks were later confirmed to have been carried out by Ukrainian forces.

The Beliz-flagged Natra and Palau-flagged Zirkon were s

Ulaanbaatar Open Ranking Series: Manisha, Neha secure gold

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 17:32:15 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): India's Manisha and Neha clinched gold medals in the Women's Wrestling division to headline a successful day for Indian wrestlers, who secured four gold medals and two bronze across the Greco-Roman and Women's Wrestling (WW) categories at the Ulaanbaatar Open Ranking Series in Mongolia.

The Indian contingent has established a strong position in the overall medal tally with six med

"Captaincy, vice-captaincy a byproduct of playing for India": Gambhir on Pant losing VC role ahead of one-off AFG Test

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 13:59:28 GMT

New Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], June 5 (ANI): Ahead of the one-off series against Afghanistan, Indian head coach Gautam Gambhir spoke on Rishabh Pant losing his vice-captaincy, saying that leadership roles are merely a byproduct of representing India. He also added that while Pant will not be asked to change his natural attacking game, it would be important for him to read the conditions.

Team India will take o

Putin speaks at SPIEF: Live Updates

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 12:13:54 GMT

The Russian president is headlining the St. Petersburg International Economic Forums plenary session

Russian President Vladimir Putin is taking part in the plenary session of the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum. He is expected to comment on a backhanded offer of peace talks by Ukraine's Vladimir Zelensky.

Putin is appearing at the forum's main event alongside Uzbek President Sha

"If there's an opportunity to get a result...": Gambhir backs red-ball-pink-ball switch

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 11:01:41 GMT

New Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], June 5 (ANI): Indian head coach Gautam Gambhir extended his support to the International Cricket Council (ICC) idea of switching from a red ball to a pink ball before the start of the Afghanistan Test that is likely to be affected by bad light.

Gambhir argued that teams should not lose crucial opportunities because of external factors like bad light.

He also believes it wou

"IND-AFG Test ideal to try someone who could be a long-term 4th spinner": Gambhir

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 11:00:40 GMT

New Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], June 5 (ANI): Ahead of his side's one-off Test against Afghanistan, Indian head coach Gautam Gambhir said that the series could be an 'ideal opportunity' to try a long-term fourth spin bowling option.

Team India will take on Afghanistan in the one-off Test at New Chandigarh from Saturday onwards. In the absence of veteran all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja, two young all-rounders, Harsh

"Still believe he has not got a fair chance": Gambhir confirms Sudharsan will bat at three in IND-AFG Test

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 10:59:30 GMT

New Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], June 5 (ANI): Ahead of India's one-off Test match against Afghanistan, Indian head coach Gautam Gambhir confirmed that Sai Sudharsan will be batting at number three, saying that he has 'not got a fair chance'.

Team India will be playing a one-off Test against Afghanistan at New Chandigarh on Saturday. With this Test match not being a part of the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) c

Russia Uses Economic Chokehold To Counter Armenia's Westward Tilt

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 10:49:41 GMT

BAGRATASHEN, ARMENIA -- In a lush green valley in northern Armenia, near the border with Georgia, trucks were lined up on tarmac still glistening from a recent shower. The stationary vehicles bore witness to a geopolitical battle in which Russia is trying to prevent Armenia seeking closer ties with the West.

In interviews withRFE/RL's Armenian Service, the drivers shared stories of heading to Russia laden with ex

CHINA-INNER MONGOLIA-HOHHOT-COMPUTING POWER-DEVELOPMENT (CN)

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 10:15:34 GMT

(260605) -- HOHHOT, June 5, 2026 (Xinhua) -- A staff member checks the computing power equipment at a supercomputing technology company in Hohhot, north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, June 4, 2026. Leveraging its abundant wind and solar resources, Hohhot is driving the synergistic development of green energy and computing power.

The city is now accelerating the construction of the Horinger data cente

Xiconomics: Why China's green turn matters in a warming world

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 09:45:20 GMT

China has pursued a path that seeks harmony between development and nature, and is joining countries worldwide in a pursuit of a greener future for all.

BEIJING, June 5 (Xinhua) -- With the campaign message "Now for Climate," this year's World Environment Day calls for urgent action as the planet's warning signs grow harder to ignore.

From scorching temperatures and raging wildfires to seve

"Humble, but more ambitious than ever": Ruben on Portugal's FIFA World Cup aspirations

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 08:59:42 GMT

Lisbon [Portugal], June 5 (ANI): Portugal star Ruben Dias spoke on his side's FIFA World Cup aspirations, saying that the team is 'humble but more ambitious than ever'.

After a double of the FA Cup and EFL Cup this season with Manchester City, Ruben will be representing Portugal in his third FIFA World Cup. The centre-back has been a vital part of Man City's trophy-winning machinery since 2020, and he has brough

Explainer: Why Germany failed in UN Security Council membership race

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 07:45:19 GMT

Experts have pointed to Germany's controversial diplomatic approaches, apart from its late campaigning, as key reasons for its defeat in the race for non-permanent seats in the UN Security Council.

BERLIN, June 5 (Xinhua) -- Germany suffered its first-ever defeat in a UN Security Council election on Wednesday, losing to Portugal and Austria in the race for non-permanent seats.

Why did Europ

Team Yandex advance to upper-bracket final at BLAST Slam VII

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 06:55:06 GMT

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Team Yandex and Team Falcons won their respective upper-bracket quarterfinal matches, and Team Yandex also won their upper-bracket semifinal on Thursday at the BLAST Slam VII playoffs in Copenhagen, Denmark.

The other upper-bracket semifinal, which will be held on Friday, will feature BetBoom Team and Team Falcons. The winner of

UN Warns Middle East Conflict Pushing Millions Into Hunger

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 05:30:00 GMT

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WFP Warns Middle East Conflict Pushing Millions Into Hunger

Millions of people are being pushed closer to the brink of hunger amid the Iran war and the broader Middle East conflict, the United Nations' World Food Program (the WFP) said on June 5.

Rising fuel and transport costs have caused food prices to skyrocket, while shortfalls in funding have forced aid agencies to cut bac

Iran Reportedly Fires Warning Shots Toward US Vessels Near Strait

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 05:30:00 GMT

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Iran Reportedly Fires Warning Shots Toward US Vessels Near Strait

CNN has quoted an unnamed US official as saying Iran launched multiple drones toward the Strait of Hormuz early on June 6, a report that comes as US President Donald Trump told NBC news that Tehran likely retains 21-22 percent of its prewar missile stock.

US officials suspect the drones were targeting commercial

Lebanese Leaders Tell Tehran To End Inference In War-Torn Country

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 05:30:00 GMT

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Lebanese Leaders Tell Tehran To End Inference In War-Torn Country

Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam and President Joseph Aoun called on Tehran to stop interfering in the affairs of the war-torn Middle East nation amid Iran-backed Hezbollah's continued battles with Israeli forces.

A militant group and political party that controls much of southern Lebanon, Hezbollah is conside

US Central Command Denies Naval Clash With Iran

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 05:30:00 GMT

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US Central Command Denies Naval Clash With Iran

An Iranian claim that its forces fired on two US destroyers has been denied by US Central Command (CENTCOM).

Iranian forces did NOTattack or fire at US Navy warships. Doing so would be a gross violation of the ceasefire, CENTCOM said in a statement on social media.

The claim made by Iranian armed forces was carried by Irania

Azerbaijan links treaty to unresolved questions

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 09:10:05 GMT

PanARMENIAN.Net - Azerbaijani Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov stated that a number of important issues must be resolved before a final peace agreement between Azerbaijan and Armenia can be signed.

Bayramov made the remarks during a joint press conference following a trilateral meeting of the foreign ministers of Azerbaijan, Turkey, and Georgia in Istanbul, according to A

Regional leaders welcome election result

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 04:24:24 GMT

PanARMENIAN.Net - The press service of Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev announced that he had congratulated Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan on the victory of the Civil Contract party in the parliamentary elections, Auroranews.am reports.

"According to preliminary data, most international observers assessed the elections as having been conducted in accordance

Armenia PM heads for win to cement Westward shift

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 07:27:13 GMT

Armenian Prime MinisterNikol Pashinyan's party led the opposition Monday in early results from parliamentary elections that could cement his Westward tilt, after threats from Moscow and claims of Russian interference.

ArmeniaandRussiaare technically allies, but Moscow has compared the former Soviet republic's ambitions to join theEuropean Unionto the path it claims triggered its 2022 invasion ofUkraine.

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Armenia PM Pashinyan poised for victory to cement Westward shift

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 07:27:13 GMT

ArmeniaandRussiaare technically allies, but Moscow has compared the former Soviet republic's ambitions to join theEuropean Unionto the path it claims triggered its 2022 invasion ofUkraine.

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Armenia PM Pashinyan's ruling party wins landslide election victory

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 07:27:13 GMT

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's ruling party has won parliamentaryelections, preliminary results showed on Monday, cementing the nation's Westward tilt after threats fromMoscowand claims of Russian interference.

The ruling Civil Contract party got 49.8 percent of the vote, comfortably ahead of the 23.3 percent of the Russian-Armenian billionaire Samvel Karapetyan's StrongArmeniaalliance, after all elect

Armenia polls open in test of prime minister's pivot away from Russia

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 05:21:40 GMT

Armenians began voting Sunday in a parliamentary election set to test Prime MinisterNikol Pashinyan's tilt to the West, as the country faces threats and allegations of interference from former imperial rulerRussia.

Armeniaand Russia are technically allies, butMoscowhas compared the former Soviet republic's EU ambitions to the same path it claims triggered its 2022 invasion ofUkraine.

The election comes afte

Russia: Rights Group OVD-Info Designated 'Extremist'

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 03:36:42 GMT

(Berlin, June 5, 2026) - On June 4, 2026, Russian officials included a leading rights group, OVD-Info, along with 35 other Russian organizations, in its list of "extremists," Human Rights Watch said today. A designation as "extremist" entails being barred from engaging in any activities for the group, under threat of a lengthy prison sentence.

OVD-Info, named after the

Slovakia's & Hungary's De-Russified Gas Industries Will Be Dominated By The US & Azerbaijan

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 20:02:35 GMT

Poland and Turkiye will expand their influence in Central & Eastern Europe via these pipelines.

Slovak Deputy Prime Minister Tomas Taraba declared during a visit to Baku in mid-May that his country wants to sign a decade-long gas deal with Azerbaijan. Several days prior, Bloomberg reported that Turkiye is considering bu

RUSSIA: January 2025 to April 2026 prosecutions for not showing official full name: list

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 GMT

In a review of available court records, Forum 18 found a total of 52 prosecutions brought to court under Administrative Code Article 5.26, Part 3 in the calendar year 2025 and the first four months of 2026 for not showing official full names of registered religious organisations on literature, online, and on buildings. Of these 52 known prosecutions, first-instance courts imposed fines in 34 cases and warnings in six case

Russia's cross-border electricity trade to remain flat in 2026

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 21:45:34 GMT

MOSCOW, June 9 (Xinhua) -- Russia's electricity exports and imports are expected to remain at around 10 billion kWh in 2026, roughly unchanged from the previous year, Sergey Dregval, CEO of Russian power company Inter RAO, said Tuesday at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum.

"Kazakhstan and Mongolia will remain the main export destinations, along with deliveries to southern markets, primarily Georgia

China U23 defeat Tajikistan at international youth football competition

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:15:52 GMT

GUIYANG, June 9 (Xinhua) -- China's U23 men's national football team cruised to a 3-0 victory over Tajikistan at the 2026 CFA Team China International Youth Football Tournament in Guiyang, southwest China's Guizhou Province, on Tuesday.

The win also marked China's second consecutive victory over Tajikistan, following a 1-0 triumph in Zunyi, another city in Guizhou, on June 6.

The two friendly matches agai

Xinhua world news summary at 1510 GMT, June 9

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:15:31 GMT

KINSHASA -- The number of confirmed Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has risen to 550, including 101 deaths, with health authorities warning that the outbreak continues to trend upward.

According to an update released Monday, 35 new confirmed cases, including 10 deaths, were recorded on Sunday in the eastern provinces of Ituri and North Kivu. Seven additional patients recovered, bringing

Feature: Strengthening carpet-weaving sector can create more jobs for Afghans

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:45:07 GMT

KABUL, June 9 (Xinhua) -- Working in his small carpet-weaving shop from dawn to dusk to earn a livelihood for his 10-member family, Jan Mohammad expressed satisfaction over his income, while urging the government to further support the ancient craft.

Afghanistan's name, according to Mohammad, 40, is tied to its hand-woven carpet, and the traditional industry could be the identity of the Central Asian nation glob

9th China-Eurasia Expo in NW China to boost trade, investment cooperation

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:17:13 GMT

BEIJING, June 9 (Xinhua) -- The 9th China-Eurasia Expo, scheduled to be held in Urumqi, capital of northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, from June 25 to 29, will promote trade and investment cooperation, Chinese officials have noted.

Deng Bo, deputy director of the Trade Development Bureau under the Ministry of Commerce, said at a press conference on Tuesday that this year's expo features an exhibi

Kabul hosts flower exhibition to boost urban greenery, environmental awareness

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 11:45:29 GMT

KABUL, June 9 (Xinhua) -- The Kabul Municipality on Tuesday opened a three-day ornamental flowers and plants exhibition to expand urban greenery, enhance the Afghan capital's aesthetic appeal, and foster a culture of environmental stewardship.

The exhibition features thousands of ornamental flowers and plants cultivated in the nurseries and greenhouses of the municipality's greenery department. In parallel, priv

Drainage canal projects launched in eastern Afghanistan

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 09:15:19 GMT

KABUL, June 9 (Xinhua) -- Afghan authorities have launched eight drainage canal projects worth 150 million afghanis (over 2.3 million U.S. dollars) in eastern Afghanistan's Nangarhar province, the provincial government office said Tuesday.

The projects, launched in Jalalabad, the provincial capital, aimed to address flooding, improve sanitation conditions, and enhance urban infrastructure, according to a stateme

301 killed, 385 injured in seasonal floods, natural disasters in Afghanistan

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 06:45:10 GMT

KABUL, June 9 (Xinhua) -- At least 301 people have lost their lives and 385 others sustained injuries from seasonal flash floods and related natural disasters sweeping across Afghanistan over the past 10 weeks, authorities announced on Tuesday.

The disasters have also wreaked widespread devastation on infrastructure and livelihoods, according to Hafiz Mohammad Yusuf Hammad, spokesperson for the country's Nationa

Mongolia's inflation rate rises to 11.2 pct in May

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 05:15:12 GMT

ULAN BATOR, June 9 (Xinhua) -- Mongolia's inflation rate, measured by the Consumer Price Index, reached 11.2 percent in May, according to data released by the country's National Statistics Office on Monday.

The figure increased by 2.9 percentage points compared with the same period last year, the data showed.

The rise in inflation was mainly driven by higher prices of imported goods, as well as increases

Kyrgyz airlines removed from EU air safety blacklist

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 02:45:26 GMT

BISHKEK, June 9 (Xinhua) -- Air carriers certified in Kyrgyzstan have been removed from the European Union (EU) Air Safety List, the Kyrgyz presidential press service said Monday.

Kyrgyzstan was notified by the European Commission's Directorate-General for Mobility and Transport that all air carriers certified in the country had been removed from the list, which covers airlines subject to operating bans or restr

6 killed, 5 injured in Uzbekistan liquefied gas station explosion

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 17:45:17 GMT

TASHKENT, June 8 (Xinhua) -- Six people were killed and five others injured in an explosion at a liquefied gas filling station in the Kashkadarya region of Uzbekistan on Monday, according to the country's Ministry of Emergency Situations.

The incident was reported at 1:50 p.m. in the Karshi district, according to the ministry, adding that the fire was extinguished at 2:55 p.m.

Preliminary assessments show

1st LD-Writethru-China Focus: Tech breakthroughs boost China's black soil protection endeavors

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 15:49:44 GMT

Referred to as the "giant panda of cultivated land" thanks to its fertility and scarcity, black soil in China's Heilongjiang, Jilin and Liaoning provinces, all located i

W. Mongolian province heightens preparedness against foot-and-mouth disease

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:15:22 GMT

ULAN BATOR, June 8 (Xinhua) -- A heightened state of preparedness has been imposed in Mongolia's western province of Khovd for an indefinite period to contain an outbreak of the highly contagious foot-and-mouth disease (FMD), according to the provincial governor's office on Monday.

FMD is a highly contagious viral disease that affects cloven-hoofed animals, including cattle, sheep, goats and pigs.

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