'Gandhi statue restored': London monument repaired after vandalism; UK envoy hails it as 'fabric of India-UK friendship' October 02, 2025 at 12:05AM

The Mahatma Gandhi statue in London's Tavistock Square, recently vandalized, has been fully restored just in time for Gandhi Jayanti and the International Day of Non-Violence. Indian High Commissioner Vikram Doraiswami paid tribute, highlighting its significance for India-UK friendship and the enduring message of non-violence. The restoration symbolizes renewal after the defacement.

'Mock Taipei': China expands replica of Taiwan’s govt buildings in Mongolia; satellite images show site tripled in size since 2020 October 01, 2025 at 11:15PM

China has significantly expanded its mock Taipei government buildings at the Zhurihe Training Base, tripling its size since 2020. This includes replicas of key institutions and a symbolic tunnel, indicating intensified military preparations and urban warfare drills. Experts view this as refining invasion strategies and psychological warfare against Taiwan, demanding heightened vigilance.