What’s happening in Kashmir?

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3 years ago

November 15, 2021

Anthony Lucas

Tensions are continuing to rise between two of Asia’s biggest super powers

India and China have deployed troops to the harsh terrain of the Ladakh region in India.

Recent military talks suggest that tensions are not easing out anytime soon.

The region forms part of the Himalayan territory of Kashmir, which is divided between India and Pakistan.

Just last week, a police officer was shot dead in the area. Over 40 people have lost their lives in the past month alone.

It’s the latest in a string of attacks after India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi scrapped the region’s limited autonomy last year.

Today, it is split into two federally-run territories.

China is also deeply involved in an infrastructure war along the border, where it’s thought to have built at least 10 new air bases.

India has responded by constructing over 70 pieces of infrastructure along its tense border with China.

Despite the military standoff, trade between China and India is on course to exceed a record $100 billion this year.

This crisis isn’t new, with rebel groups fighting or Kashmir’s independence or merger with Pakistan since 1989.

Helicopter carrying Iran’s President Raisi crashes

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5 hours ago

May 20, 2024

Ahron Young

A helicopter carrying Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and his foreign minister crashed on Sunday as it was crossing mountain terrain in heavy fog.

The official said the lives of Raisi and Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian were “at risk following the helicopter crash”, which happened on the way back from a visit to the border with Azerbaijan in Iran’s northwest.

“We are still hopeful but information coming from the crash site is very concerning,” the official told Reuters, speaking on condition of anonymity.

A helicopter carrying President Ebrahim Raisi takes off, May 19, 2024. Ali Hamed Haghdoust/IRNA/WANA via REUTERS

State TV quoted an official as saying at least one passenger and one crew member had been in contact with rescuers. It also said the helicopter had been found, though Iran’s Red Crescent denied this report.

Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who holds ultimate power with a final say on foreign policy and Iran’s nuclear programme, sought to reassure Iranians, saying there would be no disruption to state affairs. #iran #trending

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Why Australia is becoming the new home of the Hollywood blockbuster

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3 days ago

May 17, 2024

Nathan Langridge

Australia’s multimillion-dollar campaign to attract Hollywood productions to its shores appears to be paying off.

The allure of Australia lies not only in its picturesque locations but also in its competitive financial incentives.

The government offers generous rebates and tax breaks to international productions, making it an attractive proposition for filmmakers looking to maximise their budgets.

Despite the recent intake of Hollywood productions down under such as ‘The Fall Guy’ and ‘Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga’, Aussie independents are still finding the space to carve their own creative path.

Rob Fantozzi joined the program to discuss the latest in Hollywood, and showcased his own upcoming project – ‘Omerta‘. #featured

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Portal between countries shut down after international flashing

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3 days ago

May 17, 2024

Nathan Langridge

An international video portal has been forced to shut down after an OnlyFans model reportedly flashed passersby from across the globe.

On this episode of Ahron and Mike Live – Which would you prefer; pay rise or work perks, an international portal closes, the military reveal a submarine stingray and are you on a top or bottom burger bun?

Ticker’s Ahron Young & Mike Loder discuss. #featured #trending