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Dec192024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

China Claims 6 Point Consensus on Border Talks India Remains Silent on Agreement

China has announced that National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi have reached a "six-point consensus" to address the longstanding India-China boundary issue. However, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) in India has not confirmed or denied this claim, signaling potential discrepancies in the outcomes of the Beijing meeting. According to a Chinese Foreign Ministry statement, both sides positively evaluated progress on border-related issues and reaffirmed commitments to a "mutually acceptable package solution" based on the 2005 agreement. Key points reportedly discussed include: Refining border management rules. Strengthening confidence-building measures. Promoting cross-border communication and cooperation. Resuming pilgrimages to Xizang...

Urban Growth Intensifies Drought Conditions: New Study Reveals How Cities Like Sydney Are Increasing Water Stress and Heat

Breaking News, Environment

A groundbreaking study from China has uncovered alarming evidence that the rapid growth of cities worldwide is significantly contributing to more intense drought conditions, particularly in urban areas. This phenomenon is exacerbating urban heat and water stress, highlighting the urgent need to rethink how we design and build our cities to ensure they are more livable and resilient in the face of climate change. The study, which analyzed an extensive 40 years of weather station data from both urban and rural regions across the globe, reveals a stark connection between urbanization and worsening drought conditions. The findings indicate that larger cities with less green cover are experiencing even more severe droughts, with the Greater Sydney region being one of the most affected. Sy...

Deadly Earthquake Strikes Remote Region in China’s Gansu Province Made Huge Losses

Breaking News, Disasters

A powerful magnitude-6.2 earthquake struck Jishishan county in China‘s northwestern province of Gansu, on the northern edge of the Qinghai-Tibetan plateau, around midnight on Tuesday. The seismic event has resulted in at least 111 reported deaths and over 230 injuries, according to Chinese state media. The quake, occurring at a depth of 10 km, has prompted extensive rescue and relief efforts in the affected region. The earthquake’s epicenter was 5 km from the border between Gansu and a neighboring province, with strong tremors felt in various parts of Qinghai province. The area, characterized by its remote and mountainous terrain, poses challenges for rescue operations. The affected county, Jishishan, is known for its high altitude, and the cold weather in the region adds complexity to ...