UK’s ‘incoherent’ approach to China plagued by lack of expertise, report says International alliance of China-sceptic legislators warns of risks inherent in misjudging bilateral relationship The Guardian - UK · Oct 14
If sitting CM commits an offence, can CBI investigate it? ED asks Supreme Court to decide The Enforcement Directorate urged the Supreme Court to decide CBI's power to investigate a sitting chief minister. This plea arose from an alleged obstruction during a search of a political consultancy firm. The court heard arguments regarding the transfer of investigation to the CBI. The Solicitor General requested a decision… The Economic Times · Aug 18
Chinese super-embassy in London to go ahead after high court challenge dismissed Royal Mint Court residents’ association, which sought to stop planning permission, says it will appeal against ruling The Guardian - UK · Jul 31
Consultants are reshaping Indian political parties - but at what cost? Political consultants are now central to Indian election campaigns. They shape strategies, choose candidates, and manage outreach. This growing influence sparks resentment among traditional party members. Recent defeats of parties using these consultants have intensified criticism. Leaders accuse consultants of 'hijacking' parties and undermining grassroots connections. This shift raises questions… The Economic Times · May 12
New Chinese embassy approved despite warning security risks cannot be eliminated Security minister Dan Jarvis told MPs he was ‘assured that the UK national security is protected’. Evening Standard · Jan 20
Royal Mint Court residents plan legal challenge if Chinese ‘mega embassy’ in London approved Claims of ‘government interference’ in decision on plans for vast outpost near Tower of London The Guardian - UK · Jan 20
China steps up pressure on European nations over engagement with Taiwan An address by Taiwan’s vice-president at the European parliament late last year appears to have triggered a flurry of activity from Beijing, Arpan Rai reports The Independent UK · Jan 20
China blamed for Solomon Islands minister’s exit from group critical of Beijing Daniel Waneoroa said he was stepping down from his role as one of the co-chairs of IPAC to contribute to national political stability The Independent UK · May 12, 2025
Mali forum backs five-year presidency for junta leader Assimi Goïta A national political forum in Mali has proposed making military leader Assimi Goïta the country’s president, with a five-year renewable term starting in 2025. Radio France Internationale · Apr 30, 2025
MP refused entry to Hong Kong warns of closer relations with China Liberal Democrat MP Wera Hobhouse raises concerns about a ‘hidden blacklist’ of MPs barred from entering former British territory Evening Standard · Apr 14, 2025
China has ‘hidden list’ of British politicians not allowed to enter Hong Kong, MP claims A Liberal Democrat MP has raised concerns about a ‘hidden blacklist’ of MPs barred from entering former British territory The Independent UK · Apr 14, 2025
UK MP refused entry to Hong Kong accuses China of ‘hidden blacklist’ Wera Hobhouse says her apparent presence on secret list of critics of country’s human rights record made her a target The Guardian - UK · Apr 14, 2025
UK wants explanation after MP refused entry to Hong Kong Ministers call denial of entry for Wera Hobhouse ‘concerning’ after she flew there to visit newborn grandson The Guardian - UK · Apr 13, 2025
Summon Chinese ambassador after MP refused entry to Hong Kong – Davey Foreign Secretary David Lammy has said he is ‘deeply concerned’ by the refusal to allow Wera Hobhouse to visit her family in the territory. Evening Standard · Apr 13, 2025
The Independent UK · Apr 12, 2025 David Lammy vows to ask China why British MP was denied entry to Hong Kong Wera Hobhouse was not given a reason for Hong Kong’s refusal to allow her to enter the territory, where she intended to visit her son and grandson.
Evening Standard · Apr 12, 2025 Lammy to raise MP’s denial of entry to Hong Kong with Chinese authorities Wera Hobhouse was not given a reason for Hong Kong’s refusal to allow her to enter the territory, where she intended to visit her son and grandson.
Evening Standard · Apr 12, 2025 MPs demand explanation as colleague refused entry to Hong Kong Liberal Democrat MP Wera Hobhouse said she was detained by security, questioned and then put on a flight back to the UK.
The Independent UK · Apr 9, 2025 Beijing ups diplomatic pressure on Africa as the US pulls back Chinese diplomats threatened to cancel a summit and called top officials in two African countries to pressure lawmakers to quit an international parliamentary group critical of China, officials from the group told The Associated Press
The Guardian - UK · Dec 15, 2024 MPs consider naming Chinese ‘spy’ linked to Prince Andrew Allegations raise calls for caution in UK over bid to re-establish China links
Space · Dec 4, 2024 Behold! These gorgeous never-before-seen space images are from a NASA space telescope that should have died long ago NEOWISE team members have unveiled six images from the spacecraft's archives to celebrate the late space telescope's long and productive scientific life.
Newslaundry · Aug 28, 2024 Powertrip: Kerala govt’s film industry dilemma, who will bag AIADMK’s poll strategy contract The fallout from the Hema Committee report continues to unfold, with new perpetrators being named everyday. While the en masse resignation of the leadership of the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists might have solved one headache, the Kerala government seems to have another, more problematic issue to deal with. Two…
Space · Aug 9, 2024 NASA shuts down NEOWISE asteroid hunter after almost 15 years in space NASA's NEOWISE spacecraft turned off its transmitter for good on Aug. 8, wrapping up its prolific asteroid-hunting career.
The Guardian - AU · Jul 31, 2024 China used ‘shocking’ bullying tactics ahead of Taiwan Ipac meeting, organiser says Member countries from the global south were intimidated in an attempt to dissuade them from attending meeting, says executive director
The Independent UK · Jul 30, 2024 Taiwan president urges democracies to unite at largest-ever gathering of foreign lawmakers in Taipei Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te welcomed he said was the “largest-ever” delegation of foreign lawmakers to Taiwan, even as Beijing pressured members of the delegation not to visit
The Independent UK · Jul 28, 2024 Lawmakers from 6 countries say Beijing is pressuring them not to attend summit in Taiwan. Lawmakers from at least six countries say Chinese diplomats are pressuring them not to attend an annual China-focused summit in Taiwan