Hong Kong is not allowing flights from India and the Centre is in discussions with the Kuwait government to establish a bilateral air bubble, said the Civil Aviation Ministry on Wednesday.

Hong Kong not allowing flights from India; discussions on with Kuwait on bilateral air bubble: Govt

The University of Hong Kong has removed prominent pro-democracy activist Benny Tai from his position as an associate law professor at the University. Watch report.

Hong Kong protests: Benny Tai removed over role in protests

Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam has warned the city is on the brink of a large-scale outbreak of the coronavirus, urging people to stay indoors as much as possible as strict new measures to curb the disease's spread take effect on Wednesday.

Hong Kong warns city on verge of large coronavirus outbreak

Hong Kong is on the verge of a "large-scale" coronavirus outbreak that could overwhelm hospitals, its leader warned Wednesday, as authorities implemented their toughest social distancing measures yet in a new blow for the economy.

Hong Kong economy reels as tough virus restrictions implemented

A leading Hong Kong university has fired its law professor, Benny Tai, due to a criminal conviction over his role in the 2014 pro-democracy protests.

Hong Kong university fires professor Benny Tai who led protests

New Zealand has suspended its extradition treaty with Hong Kong on Tuesday. This move comes in protest against the new security law imposed by China on the semi-autonomous region.

New Zealand suspends its extradition treaty with Hong Kong

Chinese and Indian troops have 'completed disengagement', says China China's foreign ministry said the two sides were preparing for a fifth round of talks between military commanders at an unspecified date.

Top 10 world news today: China on disengagement at LAC, China's row with New Zealand over Hong Kong and more

Authorities have warned that citizens have become too lax about wearing masks and social distancing.

Hong Kong bans outdoor dining as it battles new wave of infections

China will be helping Hong Kong in constructing an emergency field hospital as coronavirus cases rise in the semi-autonomous city, according to a senior government official said on Monday.

China to help Hong Kong in building emergency field hospital due to surge in virus

Hong Kong will stop most ships from changing crews in the territory from Wednesday to cut back on quarantine exemptions blamed for causing a third wave of coronavirus cases.

Hong Kong tightens quarantine rules for sea and flight crews

China has threatened to withdraw its recognition of the 'British National Overseas Passport' (BNO) held by residents of Hong Kong. This comes in retaliation to the UK's efforts to make it easier for Hong Kongers to hold British Citizenship.

China retaliates against UK's visa move: Will withdraw recognition of BNO

A new British policy allowing Hong Kong residents to claim UK citizenship is a violation of international law and interferes with China's internal affairs, China's embassy in London said on Thursday.

UK citizenship pathway for Hong Kong residents violates international law, says China

On Chinese Communist Party's 99th anniversary, a timeline of how it became so controversial

China's education ministry on Tuesday unveiled stringent draft rules for foreign teacher with strong "patriotic" fervour. According to the draft, the foreign teachers cannot take part in "words and deeds" which is harmful to the country's sovereignty.

Now, China's new draft guidelines for foreign teachers takes 'patriotic' tilt

The United Kingdom on Monday will suspend its extradition treaty with Hong Kong over the introduction of draconian security law by the Chinese administration. The move is set to further damage relations between London and Beijing, which became tensed due to a host of measures, including China's respose to the coronavirus crisis and Huawei among others.

Boris Johnson says 'tough' actions as UK set to suspend extradition treaty

Famous Hong Kong democracy activist Joshua Wong applied on July 20 to run for a seat in the Chinese-ruled city’s legislature, raising the prospect of a battle with authorities after being barred from running in previous polls. Watch report.

Joshua Wong to fight against Chinese oppression: Will fight the HK elections

Hong Kong's status as a bastion of press freedom is in crisis as authorities toughen their line against international media and fears grow about local self-censorship under the city's sweeping new security law.

Hong Kong security law sends jitters through city's feisty press

As the coronavirus cases are on a constant rise in the protest-ridden city, Hong Kong has now tightened restrictions on movement and outdoor activities. It was announced on Sunday that from next week all non-essential civil servants will be working from home and people should avoid stepping out of their homes unless there's an emergency or for essential work.

Hong Kong tightens restrictions amid rising coronavirus cases

The California-based drug makeing comoany Gilead Sciences has, after numerous months, got a green signal in Hong Kong for the usage of Remdesivir drug against coronavirus.

COVID 19: Gilead's Remdesivir gets a conditional green signal in Hong Kong

China accused the United States of "gangster logic" on Wednesday after US President Donald Trump ordered an end to Hong Kong's special status under US law in response to Beijing's imposition of new security legislation on the territory.

China slams US sanctions related to Hong Kong as 'gangster logic'

US President Donald Trump ordered an end to Hong Kong's special status under US law in response to Beijing's imposition of new security legislation on the territory.

Donald Trump signs executive order to end Hong Kong special status

Hong Kong is dying a slow death and self-censorship is now the norm with people looking for ways to leave. Businesses want to exit and the city has lost its special status around the world.

Hong Kong bleeds as China imposes new security law

The city of Hong Kong is dying a slow death. Publishers are practicing self-censorship. Professionals are thinking about moving out of the city. Has the new National Security Law created more trouble for China?

Gravitas: Hong Kong is dying a slow death

China's new security law has sent a chill through Hong Kong's schools and universities with many teachers fearful the city's reputation for academic freedom and excellence is now at risk.

Hong Kong academics fear for freedom under new security law

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