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The app is one part of a multi-billion dollar drive by Alibaba to extend its dominance of online shopping into physical stores.

Alibaba files for Hong Kong listing that may raise USD 20 billion as...

Alibaba holds the record for the world's largest initial public offering with its USD 25 billion float in New York five...

14 Jun 2019 12:45 PM IST

Police fired rubber bullets and beanbag rounds at the crowds, weapons that have not been widely used in recent history. Human rights groups criticised the tough tactics, while police said they were necessary against crowds of people who broke through barriers outside government headquarters and the legislature on Wednesday. (Photo: AP)

Hong Kong police use tougher tactics against protesters

The violence left 79 people injured, Hong Kong's Hospital Authority said. Police said 22 officers were among the...

13 Jun 2019 5:58 PM IST

A protester reacts as she tackled by riot police during a massive demonstration outside the Legislative Council in Hong Kong, Wednesday, June 12, 2019. Hong Kong police have used tear gas and high-pressure hoses against thousands of protesters opposing a highly controversial extradition bill outside government headquarters. (Photo: AP)

Hong Kong shuts govt offices after violence ensues in protests over...

Hong Kong's China-backed Chief Executive Carrie Lam condemned the violence late on Wednesday and urged a swift...

13 Jun 2019 1:46 PM IST

The announcement on Thursday from council official Cicely Wong appeared to show the impact of Wednesdays street demonstrations, along with statements of concern from foreign governments, business associations and the legal profession. (Photo: AP)

Hong Kong Legislative Council has 'no time set aside' for debate on...

Thousands of people filled streets in Hong Kong in recent days to oppose proposed legislation.

13 Jun 2019 1:25 PM IST

A landmark skyscraper owned by Hong Kongs richest man Li Ka-shing has sold for a record of more than $5 billion, a report said Monday. (Photo: AFP/ Representational)

Don't bully Hong Kong

Hong Kong may well escape such state nastiness, given its iconic status. But it is evident strongarm tactics are in use.

13 Jun 2019 2:58 AM IST

Protests that sparked off on Sunday after a proposed amendment to the extradition law that involves extraditions to any jurisdiction with which it does not already have a treaty, including mainland China for the first time. (Photo: AFP)

Protests grow fierce in Hong Kong over extradition law, attempt to...

Police used tear gas, pepper spray and batons to disperse crowds of black-clad demonstrators, most of them young people...

12 Jun 2019 2:54 PM IST

Supporters say the amendments are key to ensuring the city does not become a criminal refuge, but critics worry Beijing will use the law to extradite political opponents and others to China where their legal protections cannot be guaranteed. (Photo: AP)

US expresses concern about Hong Kong proposed amendments to...

Peaceful demonstration by hundreds of thousands of citizens a day earlier clearly shows public's opposition to proposed...

11 Jun 2019 1:35 PM IST

It began with crowds of peaceful marchers stretching out for miles families with flag waving toddlers, grandparents in wheelchairs, expats and business types, musicians banging drums, artists, activists and more. (Photo: File)

United by fear of China, Hong Kongers staged record march

Crowds listed to speeches and chanted slogans outside the city's legislature where the march ended.

10 Jun 2019 10:27 AM IST

Huge Hong Kong protest against China extradition law

Huge Hong Kong protest against China extradition law

This bill will not just affect Hong Kong's reputation as an international finance centre, but also our judicial system,'...

9 Jun 2019 3:22 PM IST

The key areas of focus for Mumbai Pride March 2019 were issues pertaining to inclusion and opposition of the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Bill 2016. (Photo: Pixabay)

Hong Kong court goes against govt to deliver landmark ruling on...

The judgement, handed down by the Court of Final Appeal, is the latest instance where judiciary has found against the...

6 Jun 2019 4:28 PM IST

Commuters were forced to look for other alternate modes of transport which led to traffic snarls in several parts of Hong Kong. (Photo: ANI)

Chaos in Hong Kong as protesters disrupt metro services

MTR (Mass Transit Rail), city's metro system, announced delay in services due to protest, urged commuters to allow more...

30 July 2019 1:32 PM IST

Yang added that Beijing fully supports police on its action to establish rule of law in the semi-autonomous region following violent unrest over the weekend. (Photo: ANI)

China says it remains committed to 'one country, two systems' policy

Yang's remarks have come after 8 consecutive weeks of anti-govt protests in Hong Kong, which began against now-suspended...

29 July 2019 3:43 PM IST