The Xinjiang Production and Construction Corps, which runs its own settlements, universities and media in the region geared at China’s Han majority, will have any US-based assets frozen, the Treasury Department said. “The United States is committed to using the full breadth of its financial powers to hold human rights abusers accountable in Xinjiang and … Read more
The category one storm, packing winds of 75 miles (120 kilometers) an hour, gained strength Thursday night after sweeping over the Dominican Republic. As of 2100 GMT, it was an expansive storm, moving northwest at a speed of 15 mph, kicking up heavy squalls and whipping the southeastern Bahamas and Turks and Caicos island chains … Read more
Already engulfed in multiple crises, the WTO could be left with nobody at the helm if the global trade body fails to find a replacement before Director-General Roberto Azevedo steps down at the end of August. The stand-off comes with the WTO already mired in hopelessly-stalled trade negotiations and surging trade tensions between the United … Read more
In his message, President Kovind said, “Idu’l Zuha symbolizes the spirit of sacrifice and amity which inspires people to work for the well-being of one and all.” On this festive occasion, President asked people to share their happiness with others and promote mutual harmony. He urged people to follow all the rules and guidelines prescribed in … Read more
He will also be interacting with students on the occasion. The Smart India Hackathon is a nationwide initiative to provide students with a platform to solve some of the pressing problems we face in our daily lives, and thus inculcate a culture of product innovation and a mindset of problem-solving. It has proved to be … Read more