China: News
China could surpass US in space race within 10 years
A new report by Arizona State University research analyst Jonathan Roll has raised alarms over the rapid progress of China's space program.
China: 2 flying taxis collide mid-air during a show rehearsal
China's flying taxi ambitions have suffered a setback as two electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) vehicles collided mid-air during a rehearsal for the Changchun Air Show in the northeastern region on Tuesday (local time).
China orders local companies not to buy NVIDIA's AI chips
China's internet regulator, the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC), has ordered major companies like Alibaba and ByteDance to cancel their orders for NVIDIA's RTX Pro 6000D chip.
US, China reach preliminary deal on TikTok
The United States and China have reached a preliminary agreement to keep the popular social media app TikTok running in the US.
Why Trump wants firms to report earnings just twice-a-year
US President Donald Trump has proposed a major change in the way public companies report their earnings.
TikTok won't be banned in the US after all
The United States and China have reached a framework deal concerning the popular short-video app, TikTok.
India starts building highest dam in Arunachal, countering China's mega-project
India has started work on the Dibang Multipurpose Project, its highest dam, in Arunachal Pradesh, according to a News18 report.
China accuses NVIDIA of breaching anti-monopoly laws
China has accused American tech giant NVIDIA of breaching its anti-monopoly laws. The country's market regulator announced this in a statement on Monday.
Chinese actor Yu Menglong's sudden death raises suspicions: Here's why
Chinese actor Yu Menglong, also known as Alan Yu, was found dead at 37 on September 11.
TikTok deadline looms as US-China trade negotiations enter second day
The second day of US-China trade talks will take place in Spain today, with the Chinese owner of TikTok facing a looming divestiture deadline.
China's economic slowdown deepens as key indicators miss forecasts
China's economic slowdown deepened in August, with key indicators missing expectations.
China launches probes into US semiconductors ahead of Madrid talks
China has launched two probes into the US semiconductor industry, just ahead of the upcoming trade talks in Spain.
Why Apple has delayed launch of iPhone Air in China
Apple has pushed back the launch of its new iPhone Air in mainland China, citing regulatory approval issues.
Apple's supplier base in India has almost doubled since 2018
Apple's supplier network in India has seen significant growth over the last few years.
How Modi government plans to boost rare earth magnet production
The Indian government is working on fiscal incentives to boost the local production of rare earth magnets, Union Minister H D Kumaraswamy said.
Trump to pressure G7 for higher tariffs on India, China
The Trump administration is reportedly planning to urge Group of Seven (G7) nations to impose higher tariffs on India and China for purchasing Russian oil.
Who was Yu Menglong? Chinese actor-singer (37) dies after fall
The Chinese entertainment industry is mourning the sudden death of actor, singer, and music video director Alan "Yu" Menglong. He was 37 and most popularly known for his role in Eternal Love.
Record-breaking Chinese bridge made using tech never seen before
China has opened the world's longest cable-stayed bridge, the Changtai Yangtze River Bridge, in Jiangsu province.
Salman-Katrina's blockbuster hit 'Ek Tha Tiger' returns to theaters
The 2012 action thriller Ek Tha Tiger, starring Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif, is set for a theatrical re-release. The film, which was a major box office success upon its initial release, reportedly grossed ₹320cr globally.
Russian missile that hit Kyiv had US-made components: Ukraine
A Russian cruise missile that struck a government building in central Kyiv on Sunday was loaded with foreign components, including United States-made chips and electronic parts, Ukrainian officials said on Tuesday.
Trump urges EU to impose 100% tariffs on India, China
US President Donald Trump has urged European Union (EU) officials to impose tariffs of up to 100% on China and India.
How China's STEM visa gives it an edge over US
China has announced a new visa category, the "young talent" K visa, aimed at attracting global professionals in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).
China Unicom gets licence to provide direct-to-phone satellite connectivity services
China has granted a satellite mobile communication business license to China Unicom, a major telecom giant.
India's oil demand set to surpass China's
India's oil demand is likely to outpace China's this year, according to Trafigura Group.
China's EV and hybrid sales growth slows to 18-month low
China's electric and hybrid vehicle sales growth has hit a 1.5-year low in August, growing by just 7.5% annually.
China's flying taxi makes first flight in Africa
A Chinese-made electric air taxi has taken off in Africa for the first time.
Uber to test robotaxi service in Germany next year
Uber and its partner Momenta will conduct trials of fully autonomous cars in Germany, starting in 2026.
Apple Intelligence finally coming to China with Baidu, Alibaba's help
Apple's flagship artificial intelligence (AI) initiative, Apple Intelligence, is likely to debut in China by the end of 2025.
Air India: Full restoration of international flights from October unlikely
Air India's ambitious plan to fully restore its flight schedule by October 1, 2025, seems to be falling short.
Chinese scientists have found new way for targeted drug delivery
A team of scientists from China and the US has developed a novel way to launch tiny robots. The method uses the energy released by collapsing bubbles.
After US, China will launch an asteroid-deflecting mission this year
China is gearing up for an ambitious space mission to deflect an asteroid and change its orbit, a top space researcher has revealed.
Trump preparing for potential meeting with Xi in South Korea
United States President Donald Trump is reportedly preparing for a trip to South Korea in October.
Apple's sales in India hit record $9B last fiscal year
Apple's sales in India reached an all-time high of nearly $9 billion in the last fiscal year, according to a report by Bloomberg.
Trump signs executive order exempting certain imports from tariffs
United States President Donald Trump has signed an executive order granting tariff exemptions to certain trading partners.
Putin orders rare-earth metals push amid China concerns, US-Ukraine deal
In a strategic move, Russia has announced plans to ramp up its production of rare-earth metals.
Anthropic stops selling AI tools to Chinese firms: Here's why
Anthropic, a leading American artificial intelligence (AI) company and the parent of Claude AI, has announced a major policy shift.
'Can't talk to India, China that way': Putin jabs Trump
Russian President Vladimir Putin has criticized the United States for its use of tariffs and sanctions against India and China.
Xi, Putin caught discussing organ transplant, living up to 150-years
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russia's Vladimir Putin were caught on a hot mic discussing the possibility of humans living to 150 years old.
Modi government to approve ₹1,500cr incentive scheme for critical minerals
The Union Cabinet is likely to approve a five-year incentive scheme worth ₹1,500 crore.
Meet YJ-19, China's 1st air-breathing hypersonic cruise missile
China has unveiled its first air-breathing hypersonic cruise missile, the YJ-19.
'World facing peace or war': Xi hosts largest-ever military parade
Chinese President Xi Jinping hosted the country's largest-ever military parade at Tiananmen Square in Beijing on Wednesday.
US has made chipmaking in China difficult for TSMC
The United States has revoked Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company's (TSMC) authorization to freely ship essential equipment to its chipmaking facility in China.
Apple makes automation a key requirement for manufacturing partners
Apple is pushing its suppliers to adopt automation and robotics in their manufacturing processes, DigiTimes reported.
China builds washing machine that can clean clothes in space
Astronauts on space missions often face the challenge of not being able to wash their dirty clothes.
'Hydrogen bomb coming': Rahul threatens new exposé on 'vote chori'
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has issued a stern warning to the BJP, stating that his party will soon release a "hydrogen bomb" of discoveries on alleged "vote chori" (vote stealing).
'You got Brahmins profiteering..': Trump aide on India-Russian oil trade
Peter Navarro, United States President Donald Trump's Trade Advisor, has once again labeled India as "nothing but a laundromat for the Kremlin," adding that "Brahmins profit at the expense of Indian people."
'India-Russia have always stood shoulder-to-shoulder': Modi tells Putin in China
India and Russia held a bilateral meeting after the proceedings at the SCO Summit in Tianjin, China, on Monday.
How Indian industries can benefit from better ties with China
India is looking to capitalize on its improving relationship with China to boost trade in several sectors, including fertilizers, rare earth minerals, electronics manufacturing, and foreign direct investment (FDI).
Fertilizers might become costlier in India this October
India's specialty fertilizer industry is bracing for fresh supply woes as China plans to reimpose export curbs from October.
World's first 'all-frequency' 6G chip can transmit data at 100Gbps
Chinese scientists have unveiled the world's first "all-frequency" 6G chip, a revolutionary development that could narrow the digital gap between urban and rural areas.
PM Modi meets Myanmar military chief Min Aung Hlaing
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Myanmar's Senior General and Acting President, Min Aung Hlaing, in Tianjin on Sunday. The meeting took place ahead of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit.
Modi invites Xi to BRICS summit in India
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has invited Chinese President Xi Jinping to attend the BRICS Summit in India in 2026.
India-China direct flights to resume after 5 years: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced the resumption of direct flights between India and China.
Modi, Xi announce border management deal at SCO Summit meeting
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping met on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit.
Uttarakhand: Incessant rains wash away bridge connecting India, China
Incessant rainfall in Uttarakhand has caused a major disruption, washing away a key bridge connecting India and China.
Why China's factory activity has contracted for 5 consecutive months
China's factory activity has witnessed a contraction for the fifth consecutive month, an official survey revealed today.
India, China agree on trust, border management at SCO Summit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping are currently holding a bilateral meeting at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit.
'Scapegoating India doesn't serve facts': Government responds to Trump's tariff
The Indian government has responded to former United States President Donald Trump's recent accusations that New Delhi is indirectly funding Russia's war in Ukraine.
Meet Xiao He, a humanoid robot assisting journalists at SCO-Summit
Tianjin is preparing to host the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in China.
Modi's China visit 1st since 2019 amid US tariff row
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in China, his first visit to the country in over seven years.
Most of Trump's tariffs were illegal, US court rules
A United States appeals court has ruled that most of President Donald Trump's tariffs were illegal.
'India ready': Modi on improving ties with China
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is on a two-day visit to Japan, has stressed the importance of stable and amicable relations between India and China for regional and global peace.
China to have 300,000 driverless cabs by 2030
China is set to witness a major shift in its transportation sector with the introduction of 300,000 driverless cabs in its four top-tier cities by 2030.
Xi's secret letter to Murmu behind thaw in India-China ties?
Chinese President Xi Jinping reached out to Indian President Droupadi Murmu in March, seeking to "test the waters on improving ties," an Indian official familiar with the matter told Bloomberg.
ByteDance eyes $330B valuation in latest employee share buyback
ByteDance, parent company of TikTok, is gearing up for a new employee share buyback. The move will value the Chinese tech giant at over $330 billion.