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ASEAN Reaffirms Commitment to Myanmar Peace Process, Urges Ceasefire Extension

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia - At a meeting on Tuesday in the Malaysian capital, Kuala Lumpur, ASEAN leaders reiterated their commitment to supporting Myanmar in achieving a peaceful resolution to its protracted crisis, emphasizing the continued relevance of the Five-Point Consensus (5PC) as the primary framework for dialogue.

In a joint "It was so unreal..." Thailand's Opal Suchata says she still can't believe as she wins Miss World 2025

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], June 1 (ANI): Thailand's Opal Suchata, who was crowned Miss World 2025 in a grand ceremony held in Hyderabad, Telangana, shared her feelings after winning the title.

The 72nd edition of the global beauty pageant was a star-studded event and marked another proud moment for Thailand, as this was the country's first-ever Miss World crown.

Speaking to ANI after her win, Opal expre

Miss World 2025 Opal Suchata greets audience with a traditional 'Namaste' gesture

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], May 31 (ANI): In a moment of pure elegance and grace, Thailand's Opal Suchata was crowned Miss World 2025 at the grand finale of the 72nd edition of the prestigious pageant, held in Hyderabad, Telangana.

As the crowd erupted in applause, Opal walked the ramp, visibly emotional, with a serene smile and a graceful 'Namaste' gesture.

Thailand's Opal Suchata crowned Miss World 2025

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], May 31 (ANI): In a dazzling culmination of grace, beauty, and strength, Thailand's Opal Suchata was crowned Miss World 2025 in a star-studded ceremony in Hyderabad, Telangana.

The grand finale of the 72nd edition of the Miss World pageant saw reigning queen Krystyna Pyszkova from the Czech Republic pass on her crown to the new titleholder.

Wearing a gown that symbolised both h

India win 24 medals, finish second at Asian Athletics Championships in South Korea

Gumi [South Korea], May 31 (ANI): The Indian athletes fought hard and gave a good account of themselves on the concluding day of the 26th Asian Athletics Championships here on Saturday in the South Korean City of Gumi to swell the overall medal tally to 24 to finish in second place behind China.

Of the 24 medals, eight of them were gold, 10 silver and six bronze medals. China topped the table chart with 26 medals

Indian sprinters win Silver at Asian Championships, secure spot at 2025 World Athletics Championship

Gumi [South Korea], May 31 (ANI): India's women's 4x100m relay team delivered a strong performance at the 2025 Asian Athletics Championships in Gumi, South Korea, clinching a silver medal with a timing of 43.86 seconds.

The team--comprising Srabani Nanda, Abhinaya Rajarajan, SS Sneha, and Nithya Gandhe--finished second behind China, who took gold with 43.28 seconds. Thailand secured bronze in 44.26 seconds, as p

China Sports Weekly (5.25-5.31)

BEIJING, May 31 (Xinhua) -- Here are the latest Chinese sports headlines from the past week:

1. Sun defends singles crown at table tennis worlds

World No. 1 Sun Yingsha defeated second-ranked Wang Manyu 4-3 to retain her women's singles title at the World Table Tennis Championships on May 25, adding to the mixed doubles crown she had claimed earlier in the tournament.

Roared on by a l

Trump comments on Macron wife slap

Make sure the door remains closed, the US president has quipped over a video showing Frances First Lady shoving her husband on a plane

US President Donald Trump has said Emmanuel Macron is "fine" following an incident in which his wife Brigitte appeared to slap her husband aboard their plane.

The footage, which quickly went viral, was filmed as the French first couple arrived in Hanoi, Viet

Sanjay Takale gears up for Thailand Rally Raid Championship after completing Dakar Rally

Chachoengsao [Thailand], May 30 (ANI): After successfully completing the gruelling Dakar Rally, seasoned Indian rally driver Sanjay Takale is now set to take on a new challenge at the Thailand Rally Raid Championship, scheduled to take place from May 31 to June 1, 2025, in Chachoengsao Province.

Takale, one of India's most accomplished and internationally recognised rally drivers, will compete in the T1 class--th

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(250530) -- VIENTIANE, May 30, 2025 (Xinhua) -- A citizen rides a motorcycle during the rainy weather in Vientiane, capital of Laos on May 30, 2025. (Photo by Kaikeo Saiyasane/Xinhua)

DGCA allows Indigo to extend aircraft lease agreement with Turkish Airlines for 3 months

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): Indigo has been granted a one-time last and final extension of three months up to August 2025 for the 'damp-leased' aircraft from Turkish Airlines, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) said on Friday.

Indigo is operating two B777-300ER aircraft under a 'damp lease' from Turkish Airlines, which was permitted till May 31, 2025.

Indigo had requested a further six-

Indonesia can be a guiding light for other Islamic nations: BJP leader Hemang Joshi in Jakarta

Jakarta (Indonesia), May 30 (ANI): BJP leader and Member of the All-Party Delegation Group 3, Hemang Joshi, praised Indonesia's inclusive governance and strong stance against extremism, noting the enthusiastic response the Indian delegation has received during its ongoing diplomatic visit to Southeast and East Asia.

'This is our third day in Indonesia, and we have engaged with several high-ranking government offi

World Insights: What's at stake as Shangri-La Dialogue kicks off in Singapore?

The 22nd Shangri-La Dialogue, with more than 550 delegates from over 40 countries expected to attend, kicks off in Singapore amid rising tensions and global security challenges.

SINGAPORE, May 30 (Xinhua) -- The 22nd Shangri-La Dialogue, Asia's leading defense summit, convenes from Friday to Sunday in Singapore, with more than 550 delegates from over 40 countries expected to attend. China will be

APGC Junior Championship: Ranveer, Krish finish fifth in boys' team competition; Saanvi, Kashika end eighth in girls' team event

New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): Indian amateurs Ranveer Mitroo and Krish Chawla registered a fifth-place finish in the boys' team competition after posting a combined total of four-over 430 in the Asia-Pacific Golf Confederation (APGC) Junior Championship here at the Hong Kong Golf Club on Thursday. The Chinese pair of Jin Heng Yan and Jin Han won the boys' team title with a tally of four under 422.

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Jakarta's Nahdlatul Ulama Board Chairman acknowledges India's pain, says exploiting religion for violence wrong

Jakarta [Indonesia], May 30 (ANI): In a reaffirmation of the deepening strategic and cultural ties between India and Indonesia, KH Ulil Abshar Abdalla, Chairman of the Nahdlatul Ulama Executive Board, underscored the shared challenges both countries face in combating terrorism and promoting peace. His remarks came during a meeting with the visiting Indian parliamentary delegation in Jakarta.

'Both India and Indon