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Strong 6.0 magnitude earthquake strikes South Pacific Ocean
Updated : 2 months, 2 weeks ago IST
A strong earthquake of magnitude 6.2 struck the South Pacific Ocean on Saturday, as reported by USGS.
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Fitness Enthusiast Anushka Dani Dhingra Brings Glory to India, Wins Mrs. U
Updated : 5 months ago IST
Manila [Philippines], October 9: India beams with pride as Anushka Dani Dhingra achieves a remarkable feat at the Mrs. Universe 2025 Pageant held in the Philippines. Among 118 exceptional participants from across the globe, Anushka stood out for her grace, commitment, and inspiring presence,
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Magnitude-6.6 earthquake hits South Pacific near Samoa
Updated : 7 months, 1 week ago IST
A magnitude-6.6 earthquake struck in the South Pacific near the island nation of Samoa on Friday, but caused no apparent damage.
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China irks NZ as its influence spreads in the South Pacific
Updated : 8 months, 3 weeks ago IST
China's growing influence in the Pacific, especially through strategic deals with the Cook Islands, has sparked concern in New Zealand and Australia. Experts warn these moves could shift regional power dynamics, create dependencies, and challenge traditional alliances, as Beijing deepens its
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China provocatively penetrates the South-Pacific
Updated : 1 year ago IST
Alarm rippled through Australian and New Zealand corridors of power as a Chinese naval task group sailed through waters separating the antipodean nations, firing live rounds and causing commercial jetliners to divert. Simultaneously, China signed an unexpected deal with the Cook Islands t
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Taiwan boosts defence readiness amid Chinese warship movements
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
Taiwan's military initiated war-preparedness drills after reports of Chinese warships and coast guard vessels entering the Taiwan Strait and Western Pacific for extended missions. The People's Liberation Army (PLA) reserved airspace near Zhejiang and Fujian provinces, prompting Taiwan to
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Republic of Fiji honours Sri Sri Ravi Shankar with its highest Civilian Aw
Updated : 1 year, 4 months ago IST
The South Pacific nation of Fiji has conferred its highest civilian honour upon Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, the global spiritual master and humanitarian leader, for his tireless contribution to the upliftment of the human spirit and bringing diverse communities together in peace and harmony, accor
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China competes for influence in the South Pacific
Updated : 1 year, 8 months ago IST
The South Pacific, dotted with small and vulnerable island states, has become a battleground for influence between China and the traditional benefactors of Australia, New Zealand, and the USA.
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UN Migration Agency says death toll mounts to over 670 from landslide in P
Updated : 1 year, 9 months ago IST
Following a massive landslide in Papua New Guinea, the International Organization for Migration has raised its estimate of the death toll to more than 670 now, according to Al Jazeera.
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"South Pacific shouldn't become arena for great power competition": China
Updated : 1 year, 10 months ago IST
The Chinese foreign minister's visit comes just days before Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is due to arrive in Papua New Guinea, once again highlighting a tussle for influence between China and US allies.
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Pacific island nation Nauru moves to 'One-China principle', severs diploma
Updated : 2 years, 1 month ago IST
The island nation of Nauru, which is situated in the Pacific has announced severing ties with Taiwan, and will be moving to the "One-China Principle" now, a government release said.
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India sends special charter flight for Papua New Guinea with relief suppli
Updated : 2 years, 2 months ago IST
In continuation of India's commitment to providing relief to the people of Papua New Guinea affected by the volcanic eruption, a special charter flight, loaded with supplies, took off from New Delhi on Thursday.
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