New Zealand PM seeks stronger ties with China amid security talks

New Zealand PM Luxon in China to boost trade and tourism

BEIJING/WELLINGTON: New Zealand's Prime Minister Christopher Luxon commenced his visit to China on June 17, seeking to strengthen trade...

China irks NZ as its influence spreads in the South Pacific

China irks NZ as its influence spreads in the South Pacific

Hong Kong, June 23 (ANI): The Pacific Islands are considered a point of vulnerability for Chinese encroachment and influence peddling,...

"Cricket has joined the Olympic movement"; Jay Shah, BCCI celebrates International Olympic Day

"Cricket has joined the Olympic movement"; Jay Shah, BCCI celebrates International Olympic Day

New Delhi [India] June 23 (ANI): ICC Chairman Jay Shah and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) celebrate International...

Litton Das returns as Bangladesh announce five changes for ODI Series against Sri Lanka

Litton Das returns as Bangladesh announce five changes for ODI Series against Sri Lanka

Dhaka [Bangladesh], June 23 (ANI): Bangladesh have recalled Litton Das to their ODI squad as part of five changes ahead of next month's...

Poonch: Devotees from all religious communities participate in Behramgala's temple Yagya

Poonch: Devotees from all religious communities participate in Behramgala's temple Yagya

Poonch (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 23 (ANI): Devotees from Hindu, Sikh, Christian and Muslim communities on Monday participated...

"It's joyful to watch him bat": Dinesh Karthik hails Rishabh Pant's 134 against England

"It's joyful to watch him bat": Dinesh Karthik hails Rishabh Pant's 134 against England

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): Former cricketer Dinesh Karthik praised the Indian wicket-keeper batter Rishabh Pant for his 'bold,...

Bumrah continues SENA supremacy with another set of records, levels with Kapil Dev

Bumrah continues SENA supremacy with another set of records, levels with Kapil Dev

Leeds [UK], June 22 (ANI): Another day, another record for Indian pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah as he became the first Asian player...

NZ's changing diet: Mori bread and jackfruit join other new foods in the country's nutritional database

NZ's changing diet: Mori bread and jackfruit join other new foods in the country's nutritional database

The latest update to the New Zealand food composition database, a comprehensive collection of nutrient data collated jointly by Plant...

"He's been consistent since moving to no 5 slot": Shastri lauds Rishabh Pant's ton against England

"He's been consistent since moving to no 5 slot": Shastri lauds Rishabh Pant's ton against England

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): Former India head coach Ravi Shastri heaped praise on the team's wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant...

"A master of his trade": Manjrekar hails Bumrah's brilliance amid batting dominance in Leeds Test

"A master of his trade": Manjrekar hails Bumrah's brilliance amid batting dominance in Leeds Test

Leeds [UK], June 22 (ANI): On a day when little went right with the ball for Team India, Jasprit Bumrah stood tall as the lone bright...

Canada seal qualification for 2026 T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka

Canada seal qualification for 2026 T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka

Toronto [Canada], June 22 (ANI): Canada have officially secured their spot in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, set to be co-hosted by India...

Pant overtakes Rohit to become India's top six-hitter in WTC history

Pant overtakes Rohit to become India's top six-hitter in WTC history

Leeds [UK], June 21 (ANI): Indian wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant overtook former skipper Rohit Sharma, becoming the team's leading...

"India's greatest wicketkeeper-batter ever...": Manjrekar on Pant's century against England

"India's greatest wicketkeeper-batter ever...": Manjrekar on Pant's century against England

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 21 (ANI): Former Indian cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar hailed Rishabh Pant as the country's 'greatest...

"He has his own computer, only he knows how it works": Shastri defines Pant's "USP"

"He has his own computer, only he knows how it works": Shastri defines Pant's "USP"

Leeds [UK], June 21 (ANI): Former head coach and cricketer Ravi Shastri was impressed with 'outrageous' Rishabh Pant, who dazzled at...

"Apni sharto pe khelna nahi chora": Sachin, Irfan lavish praise on Pant after his "entertaining" century at Headingley

"Apni sharto pe khelna nahi chora": Sachin, Irfan lavish praise on Pant after his "entertaining" century at Headingley

Leeds [UK], June 21 (ANI): Legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar, illustrious all-rounder Irfan Pathan, and former frontline offspinner...

Jorhat military station celebrates 11th International Yoga Day

Jorhat military station celebrates 11th International Yoga Day

Jorhat (Assam) [India], June 21 (ANI): The 11th International Yoga Day was celebrated at the Jorhat Military Station with immense zeal...

Pant overtakes Dhoni, becomes Indian wicketkeeper-batter with most Test tons

Pant overtakes Dhoni, becomes Indian wicketkeeper-batter with most Test tons

Leeds [UK], June 21 (ANI): Rishabh Pant on Saturday surpassed MS Dhoni to register the most Test centuries by an Indian wicketkeeper-batter...

Humanity inside us will remain good: ICG DG Paramesh Sivamani on International Yoga Day

Humanity inside us will remain good: ICG DG Paramesh Sivamani on International Yoga Day

Noida (Uttar Pradesh) [India] June 21 (ANI): On the occasion of the International Day of Yoga, Indian Coast Guard Director General...

From Delhi slum to standout performances at RPL, Hyderabad Heroes' Javed Hussain has an inspiring story to tell

From Delhi slum to standout performances at RPL, Hyderabad Heroes' Javed Hussain has an inspiring story to tell

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], 21 June 21 (ANI): A week into the Rugby Premier League (RPL) season, the Hyderabad Heroes have won all...

International Day of Yoga celebrated at Air Force Station in Delhi

International Day of Yoga celebrated at Air Force Station in Delhi

New Delhi [India], June 21 (ANI): The 11th International Day of Yoga was celebrated at the Air Force Station in New Delhi under the...

Album: Maori new year celebrated in New Zealand

Album: Maori new year celebrated in New Zealand

WELLINGTON, June 21 (Xinhua) -- Various activities were held across New Zealand to celebrate the Maori New Year.

Chinese premier holds talks with New Zealand's PM

Chinese premier holds talks with New Zealand's PM

BEIJING, June 20 (Xinhua) -- Chinese Premier Li Qiang held talks with New Zealand's Prime Minister Christopher Luxon in Beijing on...

CHINA-BEIJING-LI QIANG-NEW ZEALAND'S PM-TALKS (CN)

CHINA-BEIJING-LI QIANG-NEW ZEALAND'S PM-TALKS (CN)

(250620) -- BEIJING, June 20, 2025 (Xinhua) -- Chinese Premier Li Qiang holds talks with New Zealand's Prime Minister Christopher Luxon,...

Full text: Joint Statement of Outcomes of the China-New Zealand Leaders' Meeting

Full text: Joint Statement of Outcomes of the China-New Zealand Leaders' Meeting

BEIJING, June 20 (Xinhua) -- The government of the People's Republic of China and the government of New Zealand issued a joint statement...

CHINA-BEIJING-ZHAO LEJI-NEW ZEALAND'S PM-MEETING (CN)

CHINA-BEIJING-ZHAO LEJI-NEW ZEALAND'S PM-MEETING (CN)

(250620) -- BEIJING, June 20, 2025 (Xinhua) -- Zhao Leji, chairman of the National People's Congress (NPC) Standing Committee, meets...

Indian stars upbeat, confident ahead of high-stakes series opener against England

Indian stars upbeat, confident ahead of high-stakes series opener against England

Leeds [UK], June 20 (ANI): Indian players have exuded confidence in their young and talented squadron to get the job done in England...

Update: China, New Zealand should place greater emphasis on cooperation: Xi

Update: China, New Zealand should place greater emphasis on cooperation: Xi

BEIJING, June 20 (Xinhua) -- Chinese President Xi Jinping met with New Zealand's Prime Minister Christopher Luxon in Beijing on Friday,...

CHINA-BEIJING-XI JINPING-NEW ZEALAND'S PM-MEETING (CN)

CHINA-BEIJING-XI JINPING-NEW ZEALAND'S PM-MEETING (CN)

(250620) -- BEIJING, June 20, 2025 (Xinhua) -- Chinese President Xi Jinping meets with New Zealand's Prime Minister Christopher Luxon,...

Former Test captain Tim Paine named Australia A coach for three series

Former Test captain Tim Paine named Australia A coach for three series

Canberra [Australia], June 20 (ANI): Former Baggy Greens Test captain and current Adelaide Strikers coach Tim Paine has been appointed...

New Zealand High Commission, FDCI and Education New Zealand celebrate Matariki in India with unique cultural and fashion showcase

New Zealand High Commission, FDCI and Education New Zealand celebrate Matariki in India with unique cultural and fashion showcase

New Delhi [India], June 20 (ANI): The New Zealand High Commission, in partnership with the Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI) and...

Bengaluru chosen to host prestigious Billie Jean King Cup play-offs

Bengaluru chosen to host prestigious Billie Jean King Cup play-offs

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 19 (ANI): In a historic first, Karnataka State Lawn Tennis Association (KSLTA) will host the prestigious...

Jemimah Rodrigues headlines WBBL Draft as 23 stars picked up by clubs

Jemimah Rodrigues headlines WBBL Draft as 23 stars picked up by clubs

Melbourne [Australia], June 19 (ANI): Indian batting sensation Jemimah Rodrigues has been retained by Brisbane Heat in the Women's...

Legend already? Pant on path of overtaking Dhoni as Asia's best wicketkeeper-batter in SENA conditions

Legend already? Pant on path of overtaking Dhoni as Asia's best wicketkeeper-batter in SENA conditions

Leeds [UK], June 19 (ANI): After a disastrous Indian Premier League (IPL) outing as a skipper and batter for Lucknow Super Giants,...

Joe Root vs Jasprit Bumrah: Fate of Indian team could hinge on this clash of titans

Joe Root vs Jasprit Bumrah: Fate of Indian team could hinge on this clash of titans

London [UK], June 19 (ANI): As India takes on England in the first Test at Leeds, the battle between England's premier batter Joe Root...

"Virat and Sharma massive losses": England's all-rounder Brydon Carse

"Virat and Sharma massive losses": England's all-rounder Brydon Carse

Leeds [UK], June 18 (ANI): England's bowling all-rounder Brydon Carse believed India will field a 'strong' playing XI despite the 'massive'...

ICC announces schedule for Women's T20 World Cup 2026; India to face Pakistan on June 14 at Edgbaston

ICC announces schedule for Women's T20 World Cup 2026; India to face Pakistan on June 14 at Edgbaston

Dubai [UAE], June 18 (ANI): The International Cricket Council unveiled the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 schedule on Wednesday, which...

Ryan Reynolds turns narrator for docu-series 'Underdogs'

Ryan Reynolds turns narrator for docu-series 'Underdogs'

Los Angeles [US], June 18 (ANI): Hollywood star Ryan Reynolds has turned narrator for docu-series 'Underdogs'. As per a press note,...

England 'Bazballing' at home: A statistical look into Stokes-McCullum's brilliant run

England 'Bazballing' at home: A statistical look into Stokes-McCullum's brilliant run

Leeds [UK], June 18 (ANI): The five-match Test series against India at home is a massive Test for England's 'Bazball' brand of cricket...

Bree Illing, Bella James earn first New Zealand women's central contracts

Bree Illing, Bella James earn first New Zealand women's central contracts

Wellington [New Zealand], June 18 (ANI): Auckland Hearts' left-arm seamer Bree Illing and Otago Sparks' batter Bella James have earned...

"Don't think careers are defined by...": Rob Key on number three spot battle between Pope, Bethell

"Don't think careers are defined by...": Rob Key on number three spot battle between Pope, Bethell

Leeds [UK], June 18 (ANI): England's team's managing director Rob Key said that the battle for number three spot in the playing XI...

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