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US Blasts China for ‘Dangerous Maneuvers’ Towards Philippines Plane

The Philippines Coast Guard said that the Chinese Navy helicopter flew within three metres (10 feet) of a surveillance flight carrying a group of journalists over the contested Scarborough Shoal. The United States on Wednesday severely criticised the “dangerous maneuvers” by a Chinese Navy helicopter towards a Philippines aircraft on Tuesday. “We condemn the dangerous maneuvers by a PLA Navy helicopter that endangered pilots and passengers on a Philippine air mission,” US Ambassador to the Philippines, MaryKay Carlson posted on X, while condemning the act. The Philippines Coast Guard said that the Chinese Navy helicopter flew within three metres (10

Jaishankar to Attend G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Johannesburg

The MEA stated that Jaishankar’s participation will strengthen India’s engagement with G20 countries and amplify the voice of the Global South. Additionally, the EAM is expected to hold a series of bilateral meetings during the meeting’s sidelines…reports Asian Lite News India’s External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar is set to attend the G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (FMM) in Johannesburg, South Africa, from February 20-21. The visit follows an invitation from South Africa’s Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Ronald Lamola, the Ministry

UK Ex-PM Sunak Hails Meeting With Modi

Rishi Sunak and his family met the Prime Minister Narendra Modi in

Trump Backs Cancellation of $21 Million Voter Fund for India Amid Controversy

Trump, speaking from his Mar-a-Lago residence in Florida, questioned why U.S. taxpayer

Macron in High-Stakes Talks with Trump, Zelenskyy

European leaders on Monday reaffirmed their commitment to supporting Ukraine amid Russia’s

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Jaishankar, Former NATO Chief Discuss Security

EAM S. Jaishankar held key meetings at the 61st Munich Security Conference, including talks with former NATO chief and new finance minister Jens Stoltenberg….reports

Global Space Powers Strengthen Commitment to Sustainable Exploration

As of January 2025, the number of signatories to the Artemis Agreements has increased to 53 countries, marking a significant

PM Modi’s ‘Pariksha Pe Charcha’ Goes Global

The interactive session for students from classes 6 to 12 dealt with exam-related issues, tips, and stress and guided parents

Mexico Gulf Rebranded

The renaming follows Executive Order 14172, signed on January 20, 2025, which mandated changes to the US Continental Shelf area…reports

UNHRC to US: You’re Already Out

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday signed an executive order, withdrawing the US from the UNHRC…reports Asian Lite News The

India retains spot on UN Honour Roll for timely payments

India has once again made it to the United Nations’ ‘Honour Roll’ for timely payment of its regular budget assessments,

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Birmingham Chinese Society Celebrates Lunar New Year with a Grand Celebration

The celebration was not only a night of entertainment but also a testament to the ongoing contributions of the Birmingham Chinese Society. The Birmingham

Britain’s Railway to Celebrate 30 Years of DDLJ

The DDLJ Musical at the Manchester Opera House on May 29, 2025. Directed by Aditya Chopra, the stage adaptation will

Professor Leyser in India to Strengthen Bilateral Research Collaboration

Timed around the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, the visit highlights the role of women in UKRI-supported

India, UK boost ties for clean energy future

Discussions also explored new opportunities in energy storage, green data centres, and offshore wind, particularly benefiting small and medium enterprises

UK orders Apple to give it access to users’ encrypted accounts

This order, which does not get published, is said to require a blanket ability for the government to view people’s

Why Labour cannot deal with immigration

If Labour continues with its present policy on migration do not rule out Farage realising his great dream of destroying

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Mercedes to Unveil 2025 Formula 1 Car on February 24

The W16 will feature a continuation of the sleek black livery introduced in 2020, which was heavily influenced by Hamilton’s advocacy for diversity and inclusion within the sport. Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One

Lulu Add News Store at Satwa

Majid Saqer Almarri, CEO of Dubai Land Department inaugurated the new hypermarket in the presence of Yusuff Ali M.A., Chairman of Lulu Group and other dignitaries. Lulu has officially opened the doors to its newest store in Al Satwa, Dubai.

‘Not for Sale’: OpenAI Rejects Musk’s $97.4B Buyout Bid

Reports suggest that OpenAI has formally communicated its stance to Musk’s legal

Lulu expands footprint in Al Ain

Lulu Retail Holdings is set to expand its presence in Al Ain

Showbiz

Chalamet and Jenner Make a Stylish Entrance at the BAFTA Awards

The duo has been inseparable on the film festival and awards show circuit for more than a year now, with their chemistry and support

Bollywood’s Cancer Survivors: Stories of Strength and Resilience

World Cancer Day, observed every year on February 4, aims to raise awareness about cancer, early detection, and treatment. Many celebrities from B-town have

Chandrika Tandon Triumphs at 67th Grammys

Other contenders in the category included Break of Dawn by Ricky Kej, Opus by Ryuichi Sakamoto, Chapter II: How Dark It Is Before Dawn

Tom Cruise’s Final Spy Thriller Promises Heart-Stopping Action

The upcoming movie will see Hunt continuing to chase down The Entity, which is hidden in a Russian submarine, while also dealing with a

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India Mauls England 3-0

Gill has been in red-hot form throughout the series, earning the Player of the Series award with 259 runs in three innings at an

Who Gets the Gloves for India

Bangar feels it’s not feasible for India to play both Rahul and Pant in the same eleven, pointing out that the side can promote

‘Liverpool Feel the Pressure Too’

Spurs do have a huge task on their hands, despite having a 1-0 advantage…reports Asian Lite News Ahead of Tottenham Hotspur’s trip to Anfield

Batting Legends Who Ruled the Champions Trophy

The ICC Champions Trophy is set to make its much-anticipated return after more than seven years, promising intense cricketing action as top ODI sides

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Meta AI Introduces Memory Feature for Personalized Recommendations

Meta’s latest updates underscore the company’s efforts to integrate AI-driven personalization across its platforms, offering users tailored experiences while maintaining some control over their data Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Messenger, and WhatsApp, is rolling out a new “memory”