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Upon thorough examination, doctors identified mycoplasma pneumoniae as the underlying cause of her illness. This strain earned the moniker 'Chinese pneumonia' following a significant outbreak of the respiratory disease caused by mycoplasma pneumoniae in China in November of the previous year.

Last month, a Human Rights Watch (HRW) report claimed China isclosing, demolishing, and repurposing mosque asa "systematic effort" aimed at restraining the practice of Islam in the country.

The Rajkhowa-led ULFA faction initiated unconditional talks with the central government back in 2011, despite staunch opposition from the Baruah faction, believed to be located along the China-Myanmar border.

The indigenously-built stealth guided missile destroyer, INS Imphal, commissioned into the Indian Navy on Tuesday. The warship’s induction is aimed at boosting India’s maritime capability amid China’s increasing forays into the Indian Ocean.

Foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning strongly urged India not to discriminate against Chinese companies and stated, "We are closely following the matter. The Chinese government firmly supports Chinese companies to safeguard their lawful rights and interests."

The undeniable impact of climate change has amplified the frequency and severity of these disasters, underscoring the imperative for collective action to mitigate these threats and protect both human lives and the fragile ecosystems we depend on.

The China Earthquake Networks Centre reported that the earthquake, with a shallow focal depth of 10 kilometers, jolted Gansu and neighboring Qinghai province. Experts caution that shallow earthquakes often lead to severe damage to critical infrastructure, highlighting the impact on communities.

At least 111 people were killed and more than 230 injured after an earthquake hit the Gansu-Qinghai border region in China on Tuesday.China's national commission for disaster prevention, reduction and relief and Ministry of Emergency Management have activated a level-IV disaster relief emergency, Xinhua reported.

India's foreign ministry termed OIC's statement as ill-informed and ill-intended, questioning its credibility. OIC reaffirmed solidarity with the people of Jammu & Kashmir and urged international efforts for resolution. Pakistan and China also made remarks on the issue, but the global community views Kashmir as a bilateral matter.

As Bangladesh approaches its 2024 election, the country is embroiled in protests, violence, and political turmoil. Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's bid for a fourth term faces intense opposition from parties like the BNP and the Jamaat-e-Islami, leading to widespread discontent and escalating tensions. Girish Langanna reports