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Netflix, Google fined over unfair paid subscription business

Five over-the-top (OTT) media service providers -- Google, Netflix, KT, LG Uplus and Content Wavve -- hampered paid subscribers' move to end their membership.

Feb 13, 2022, 10:51 AM IST

Breaking: India summons South Korean envoy, lodges strong protest over Hyundai's Kashmir fiasco

Lodging a strong protest over the lies and propaganda being spread by Hyundai Pakistan on Kashmir, India strongly conveyed that “Jammu and Kashmir is an integral part of India.”

Feb 08, 2022, 15:42 PM IST

AFC Women's Asian Cup: China come from behind against South Korea to win record-extending 9th title

 China came from two goals down to defeat the Korea Republic 3-2 in the AFC Women`s Asian Cup India 2022 final at the D.Y. Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai on Sunday.

Feb 06, 2022, 19:21 PM IST

Kim Jong Un Surprised the world by testing missiles 7 times in a month

North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un has once again shocked the world. North Korea has tested a missile for the seventh time in a month. This time the missile test he has done is being described as the longest-range missile.

Jan 30, 2022, 23:52 PM IST

North Korea launches suspected missile in 7th test in 2022

The launch came three days after North Korea fired two short-range ballistic missiles into the sea on Thursday.

Jan 30, 2022, 08:06 AM IST

North Korea fires projectile in 6th launch this month, says South Korea military

North Korea has upped its testing activity recently in an apparent effort to pressure the Biden administration in the US amid long-stalled nuclear talks.

Jan 27, 2022, 06:49 AM IST

N-Korea conducts 2nd missile test in less than a week after Kim Jong Un urged more military advances

The suspected ballistic missile launch was detected around 7:27 am (2227 GMT) from an inland area of North Korea toward the ocean off its east coast, South Korea`s Joint Chiefs of Staff said in a statement.

Jan 11, 2022, 07:00 AM IST

Women compared to cows! Advertisement of dairy company draws huge backlash

South Korea's biggest dairy company's advertisement faced public's ire for being misogynistic. The company tendered an apology.

Dec 16, 2021, 09:18 AM IST

Asian Champions Trophy: India, South Korea play out 2-2 draw

Although it was India who dominated the proceedings in the first and second quarter with better ball possession (58 per cent) and a higher number of circle penetrations (14 for India and 8 for Korea), the Korean side rallied on a strong defensive structure in the third and fourth quarter to deny any opportunity for India to score.

Dec 14, 2021, 19:44 PM IST

South Korea reports first five cases of Omicron COVID-19 variant, tightens travel rules

The Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency said Wednesday the cases include a couple who arrived from Nigeria on Nov 24 and a friend who drove them home from the airport. The two other cases were women who also travelled to Nigeria and returned to South Korea on Nov 23.

Dec 01, 2021, 20:58 PM IST

South Korean Pet store owner bakes Squid Game-themed dog treats for Halloween

Dalgona candy, coffins with ribbons and pink guards wearing masks - inspired by Netflix’s hit show, a pet store owner in South Korea baked Squid Game-themed dog treats to get into the Halloween spirit.

Oct 29, 2021, 14:28 PM IST

'Squid Game' doll draws fans to South Korean park

South Korean fans of popular Netflix global hit series 'Squid Game' flocked to a park in Seoul, after a doll featured in the show was installed there.

Oct 27, 2021, 14:10 PM IST

South Korea prepares to launch first domestically produced space rocket

The Ministry of Science and Technology, in a statement, said that "All preparations like umbilical connection and confidential inspection have been done."

Oct 21, 2021, 06:49 AM IST

US, South Korea threaten peace with military buildup, says North Korean leader Kim Jong Un

Pyongyang was only increasing its military in self-defence and not to start a war, Kim said.

Oct 12, 2021, 06:56 AM IST

North Korea willing to talk if South Korea shows respect, says Kim Jong Un's sister

Kim Yo Jong said she thinks that only when impartiality and the attitude of respecting each other are maintained, can there be a smooth understanding between the north and the south.

Sep 26, 2021, 07:44 AM IST

BTS performs 'Permission to Dance' at United Nations headquarters, gives inspiring speech

The Grammy-nominated band -- comprising RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V, and Jungkook -- attended the 76th UNGA as part of their duties as envoys and also performed their latest English single "Permission to Dance" at the UN headquarters.

Sep 21, 2021, 10:51 AM IST

South Korea fines Google Rs 1338 crore for anti-competitive agreements

Korea Fair Trade Commission (KFTC) has decided to fine Google a whopping $176.8 million (approximately Rs 1338 crore). KFTC has been investigating the allegations against Google since 2016. 

Sep 15, 2021, 09:26 AM IST

Military sex crimes, homicides to be tried in civilian courts in South Korea

Under the revised Military Court Act, all sex crimes, as well as violent crimes such as homicides, will be tried from the start at civilian courts, rather than courts-martial.

Aug 31, 2021, 17:05 PM IST

#IndiaAt75: These nations share their independence day with India

Countries including Bahrain, North Korea, South Korea, the Republic of Congo, and Liechtenstein share their independence day with India.

Aug 14, 2021, 20:30 PM IST

North Korea warns of 'security crisis' if US and South Korea escalate tensions

North Korea has accused South Korea and the US of 'hostile acts'.

Aug 11, 2021, 06:44 AM IST