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04/11/2026April 11, 2026Opposition slams Modi government as Pakistan hosts US-Iran peace talksAs leaders from the US and Iran gather in Pakistan to attempt negotiating a truce, many Indians are watching with narrowed eyes. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has spent over a decade carefully crafting India’s image as a global leader, at least domestically. For those who bought into that narrative, archrival Pakistan’s emergence as an influential mediator is difficult to swallow.  Even those who might dismiss the ‘Vishwaguru’ label, translating to ‘teacher of the world,’ Islamabad’s diplomatic emergence registers as a failure of India’s foreign policy.  India’s largest national opposition party,…

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Singapore has gained a jump on Hong Kong in the race to produce elite gymnasts after a 17-year-old disaffected with her own stunted progress launched a “game-changing” training facility in the city.Born in Hong Kong, Riley Lee quit the sport at 14, two years after she had left for Singapore.“I was training 25 hours a week and it was the majority of my life, but it didn’t feel like I was getting the return I should,” Lee said.“I couldn’t find the right environment [to train] … and there was a lot of fear involved because I didn’t have access to…

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My earliest memory of how motoring would be like for the dead is from an old Hong Kong tragicomedy (on VHS!) whose title I cannot recall.The scene in question showed funereal cars being driven around by deathly pale drivers on dark dirt roads, which could have passed for the sombre little lanes around Choa Chu Kang Cemetery. Yesterday’s youngster variant of me, who already had a keen interest in cars, wondered about the engines powering the vehicles depicted in the underworld. Then I realised they didn’t have engines at all – the drivers were “driving” the cars with their legs and feet,…

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A ‘thank you’ that speaks volumesIn a country known for its rich diversity and unity, Sheikh Hamdan’s thank you is a reflection of the UAE’s commitment to fostering respect and understanding between nations.Moreover, it has highlighted the gratitude that Emiratis feel for the contributions of all who call the UAE home, regardless of their age or background.Tricia is a reporter and anchor whose work focuses on people, policy, and the Filipino community at home and abroad. Her reporting spans national affairs, overseas Filipinos, and major developments across the Middle East. She holds a degree in Broadcasting and has contributed to…

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China saw a strong rise in foreign arrivals in the first quarter of the year, as Beijing’s expanded visa-free policy and a wider push to ease cross-border travel helped bring more overseas visitors back into the country. Spokesperson for China’s National Immigration Administration said on Friday, April 10, that China recorded 185 million cross-border trips in the first quarter, up 13.5% from a year earlier. The increase, he said, reflected the impact of broader visa-free access and a range of measures introduced to make international travel more convenient. The National Immigration Administration is commonly referred to in English as the NIA.…

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Every year, the MotoGP season kicks off in Thailand, and the first round of the 2026 World Championship has quickly become more than just a race weekend. While the track remains the center of the action—with its adrenaline rush, overtaking maneuvers, and braking at the limit— you only need to step away from the circuit to realize that a trip here can turn into a much richer experience. Thailand, in fact, is not just the stage for the season opener: it is a destination capable of captivating visitors with its energy, spirituality, colours, and incredible diversity. Bangkok is the ideal…

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Home » TRAVEL NEWS » Travel Revolution Unfolds as Indonesia and China Redefine Currency Power and Tourism Economics Published on April 11, 2026 Image generated with Ai A powerful shift in Asia’s financial landscape is quietly transforming the future of travel and tourism. In 2025, Indonesia and China intensified their economic alliance, introducing mechanisms that are not only redefining bilateral trade but also unlocking new momentum in cross-border travel. By expanding their Bilateral Swap Arrangement (BSA) to 400 billion yuan and upgrading their settlement framework into a broader Local Currency Transaction (LCT) system, both nations are moving away…

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WISMA Putra has expressed firm opposition to Israel’s recent decision to approve the construction of 34 new settlements in the Occupied Palestinian Territory, describing the move as a serious breach of international law and a threat to prospects for peace. In a statement issued on Saturday, Wisma Putra (Foreign Ministry) said the continued expansion of Israeli settlements violates key international legal frameworks, including the Fourth Geneva Convention and United Nations Security Council Resolution 2334 (2016). “Malaysia stresses that the continued expansion of settlements constitutes a violation of international law and relevant United Nations Security Council resolutions including the Fourth Geneva…

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Chongqing Changan Automobile Company Limited (000625.SZ) reported earnings for full year that Dropped, from the same period last yearThe company’s bottom line totaled RMB4.075 billion, or RMB0.41 per share. This compares with RMB7.321 billion, or RMB0.74 per share, last year.The company’s revenue for the period rose 2.7% to RMB163.999 billion from RMB159.733 billion last year.Chongqing Changan Automobile Company Limited earnings at a glance (GAAP) :-Earnings: RMB4.075 Bln. vs. RMB7.321 Bln. last year.-EPS: RMB0.41 vs. RMB0.74 last year.-Revenue: RMB163.999 Bln vs. RMB159.733 Bln last year.For comments and feedback contact: editorial@rttnews.com Source link

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