China: News
Starlink satellites pose 'safety and security' risks, China warns
China has raised alarms over the rapid growth of internet satellite constellations, like SpaceX's Starlink.
'China may deploy troops': Baloch leader appeals to Jaishankar
A Baloch leader, Mir Yar Baloch, has warned that China could deploy military forces in Pakistan's Balochistan region within the next few months.
Aluminium prices surge past $3,000 as China caps production
Aluminium prices have hit $3,000 a ton for the first time in over three years, Bloomberg reported.
Xi vows to reunify China-Taiwan in New Year's Eve speech
Chinese President Xi Jinping has reiterated his commitment to reunifying China and Taiwan in his annual New Year's Eve address.
NVIDIA wants TSMC to make its H200 chips for China
NVIDIA is racing to meet the surging demand for its H200 artificial intelligence (AI) chips from Chinese tech firms.
Chinese ships withdraw after drills; Taiwan still on high alert
Taiwan is still on high alert on Wednesday after China conducted large-scale military drills around the island.
Congress slams Centre over China's mediation claim in India-Pakistan conflict
The Indian National Congress has slammed the central government after Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi claimed Beijing mediated tensions between India and Pakistan.
China's CHIEF1900 is the most powerful centrifuge ever built
China has unveiled a groundbreaking centrifuge, the CHIEF1900, which is set to revolutionize hypergravity research.
Think tank warns of potential India-Pakistan conflict in 2026
A report by the United States-based Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) has warned of a "moderate likelihood" of armed conflict between India and Pakistan in 2026. The prediction is based on heightened terrorist activity in Kashmir.
'No third-party...': India rejects China's claim of mediating Pakistan truce
India has rejected China's claim that it mediated a ceasefire between New Delhi and Islamabad during the military conflict after the Pahalgam terror attack earlier this year.
China's factory activity expands, ending longest slump on record
China's factory activity has shown an unexpected recovery in December, ending an eight-month contraction streak—the longest on record.
India announces 12% steel tariff to rein in Chinese imports
India has imposed an import tariff of 11-12% on select steel products, in a bid to curb cheap imports from China.
After Trump, China claims credit for mediating India-Pakistan ceasefire
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has claimed that China played a mediating role in the recent tensions between India and Pakistan.
India rejects China's criticism of 'Battle of Galwan' movie
India has rejected the criticism of the upcoming Bollywood film Battle of Galwan by the Chinese state-run newspaper Global Times.
Jaishankar to attend Khaleda Zia's funeral amid India-Bangladesh tensions
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will attend the state funeral of former Bangladesh Prime Minister Khaleda Zia on December 31.
Chipmakers in China have to use 50% local equipment
China has mandated that chipmakers use at least 50% locally made equipment for their new factories.
'Battle of Galwan' teaser distorts facts, claims Chinese media
The teaser for the upcoming Bollywood war film Battle of Galwan, starring Salman Khan, has sparked controversy in China.
Cyberattack on Chinese supplier puts Apple's trade secrets at risk
One of Apple's Chinese suppliers has been hit by a major cyberattack.
China's new 'crab-walking' ICBM launcher could change nuclear warfare
Chinese researchers have unveiled a prototype of a fully modular and intelligent electric-drive heavy-duty vehicle.
Samsung gets US approval to ship chipmaking tools to China
Samsung Electronics has received a major annual license from the US government.
Gold slips on profit‑booking, silver extends rally on supply stress
Gold prices fell today during Asian trade, with spot gold down 0.4%.
Chinese parents using AI to convince kids to get married
AI-generated videos of middle-aged single women regretting their decision not to marry or have children are becoming popular among Chinese parents.
China is regulating human-like AI to prevent emotional manipulation
China's cybersecurity regulator has proposed new rules to curb the influence of artificial intelligence (AI) on human emotions.
China powers up world's largest liquid-air battery
China has unveiled the world's largest liquid-air energy storage plant, also known as the Super Air Power Bank.
Why China is pushing its digital currency to next level
China is set to unveil an "action plan" for its digital currency on January 1.
China conducts military drills around Taiwan amid US arms sale
China has launched military exercises around Taiwan, simulating the capture and blockade of key areas on the island.
India mulls higher import duties to reduce reliance on China
The Indian government is considering raising customs duties and offering targeted incentives for certain products.
Why Jefferies's investment portfolio shifted weightage from China to India
Global investment bank Jefferies has announced a strategic shift in its Asia Pacific ex-Japan relative-return portfolio.
Why China's EV makers are facing a shutdown risk
China's electric vehicle (EV) industry is on the brink of a major shake-up, with over 50 unprofitable mainland EV makers facing pressure to scale down or shut down operations.
Japan could build nuclear weapons by 2028
Chinese nuclear experts have warned that Japan could develop nuclear weapons in under three years.
Chinese scientists develop a 'smart surface': What does it do?
Chinese scientists have developed a groundbreaking "smart surface" capable of transforming electromagnetic waves into usable electricity.
Samsung tech leak: Chipmaker CXMT faces legal action in Korea
South Korean prosecutors have indicted 10 people, including former Samsung Electronics executives, for allegedly leaking the firm's technology to Chinese chipmaker ChangXin Memory Technologies (CXMT).
China builds world's largest smart transformer to prevent grid failures
Chinese engineers have developed the world's largest smart direct current (DC) transformer, a major breakthrough in renewable energy technology.
How China plans to regulate AI that mimic human behavior
China's cybersecurity regulator has proposed new rules to regulate artificial intelligence (AI) services that mimic human personalities and engage users emotionally.
China passes new law to regulate drones
China has passed a new law regulating unmanned aircraft, a move that is expected to transform the country's booming drone and low-altitude economy sectors.
Thailand, Cambodia agree to ceasefire after weeks of intense conflict
Thailand and Cambodia have signed a ceasefire agreement to end weeks of intense fighting along their border.
India's electronics sector created 1.3M jobs in 5 years
India's electronics industry, a key component of the Make-in-India initiative, has generated over 1.33 million jobs in the last five years.
Why China has revised its foreign trade law
China has approved revisions to its Foreign Trade Law, a key legislative move aimed at bolstering the country's trade capabilities.
First-in-history: Chinese doctors save severed ear by grafting on foot
In a groundbreaking medical feat, Chinese surgeons have grafted a severed ear onto a patient's foot.
China's industrial profits plunge 13%, fastest drop in a year
China's industrial sector witnessed a major slump in November, with profits plummeting by 13.1% year-on-year (YoY).
China launches new funds to boost technological prowess
China has launched a national venture capital fund and three regional funds to support domestic technology firms.
China begins rare-earth magnet exports to India, easing supply pressure
China has started clearing rare-earth magnet (REM) import licenses for India, government officials told Business Standard.
700 km/h in 2 seconds: China sets new maglev speed record
China has set a new global record in maglev (magnetic levitation) technology, accelerating a ton-scale test maglev to a speed of 700km/h in just two seconds.
China accuses US of trying to 'sow discord' with India
China has criticized the United States over a recent Pentagon report, claiming it distorts its defense policy and sows discord with India.
Beijing accuses US of trying to undermine China-India ties
China has accused the United States of distorting its defense policy in a bid to prevent better relations with India.
China targets Moon's south pole, asteroid sample return in 2026
China's National Space Administration has unveiled an ambitious plan for five major space missions in 2026.
China's claims on Arunachal Pradesh among its core interests: Pentagon
A report by the Pentagon has warned that China's claims over Arunachal Pradesh and Taiwan are now part of its "core interests."
Tesla, running on Full Self-Driving, crashes during livestream
A Tesla vehicle crashed head-on while a driver was livestreaming a demonstration of the company's "Full Self-Driving" (FSD) system.
Zhipu and MiniMax's latest AI models take on US giants
Chinese start-ups Zhipu AI and MiniMax have launched their latest flagship artificial intelligence (AI) models in a bid to become leading open-source AI systems suppliers.
Worrying: Robots can be taken over with just 1 word
A security vulnerability has been discovered in humanoid robots, which could allow malicious actors to take control of an entire army of these machines with a single word.
China's economy grew below 3% in 2025, misses official target
China's economy grew by just 2.5% to 3% in 2025, according to estimates by the Rhodium Group think tank.
Trump warns Maduro not to 'play tough' amid Venezuela tensions
United States President Donald Trump has warned Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro against "playing tough," suggesting it would be wise for him to step down.
Porsche to shut down its charging network in China
Porsche is planning to wind down its charging infrastructure in China next year.
Why China has slapped 43% tariff on EU dairy products
China has announced its decision to impose provisional tariffs of up to 42.7% on dairy products imported from the European Union (EU).
You can now apply for Chinese visa online: Here's how
The Chinese Embassy in India has launched an online visa application system.
China's 'little NVIDIA' launches AI chips to rival US giants
Chinese chip designer Moore Threads Technology has launched a new range of products, including advanced chip architecture and artificial intelligence (AI) chips.
China leaves key lending rates unchanged despite weak economic activity
China's central bank, the People's Bank of China (PBOC), has decided to keep its loan prime rates unchanged for the seventh consecutive time.
China's rare-earth magnet exports surge in November
China's exports of rare-earth magnets, critical components for weapons, cars, and phones, reached the second-highest level on record in November.
This Chinese AI supercluster rivals platforms from NVIDIA, Huawei
Chinese supercomputer maker Sugon has unveiled a new artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure for data centers.
This Chinese AI chip is 100x faster than NVIDIA's
In a major breakthrough, a team of Chinese scientists has unveiled an optical computing chip that is more than 100 times faster and energy-efficient than NVIDIA's leading AI hardware.
UK flags possible Chinese role in Foreign Office cyberattack
The UK Foreign Office's computer systems, which contain sensitive information, were allegedly hacked by suspected Chinese cybercriminals a few months ago, according to UK media reports.
China takes India to WTO over tech tariffs, solar subsidies
China has lodged a formal complaint with the World Trade Organization(WTO) against India.
How China is boosting AI chip output despite US sanctions
China's semiconductor industry is beating US export controls by upgrading older chipmaking machines instead of importing restricted new ones.
India's trade deficit with China to hit $106B by 2025
India's trade deficit with China is projected to reach a staggering $106 billion by 2025.
Why China is hiking tax on condoms and contraceptives
China will impose a value-added tax (VAT) on condoms and contraceptives from January 1, 2026.
Google sues Chinese group behind massive phishing scam
Google has filed a lawsuit against a Chinese-speaking cybercriminal group, 'Darcula,' for their role in a major phishing scam targeting Americans.
Crude oil prices dip below $60: Here we decode why
Crude oil prices have continued their downward trend, falling below the $60 per barrel mark.
This billionaire wants his kids to marry into Musk's family
Xu Bo, a 48-year-old Chinese billionaire and founder of online gaming company Duoyi, has fathered over 100 children in the US through surrogacy.
'Zootopia 2' sparks demand for venomous snakes in China
The animated movie Zootopia 2 has taken the world by storm, with its box office earnings surpassing $1 billion globally, as per Box Office Mojo.
China approves L3 autonomous cars for hands-free driving
Beijing has approved China's first two Level 3 (L3) autonomous vehicles, a major step toward the widespread adoption of self-driving technology in the world's largest automotive market.
China offers 'step-by-step guide' to India for tackling pollution
As Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) continue to battle severe air pollution, China has offered its experience as a "shared struggle."
India among the world's most optimistic consumer markets: Report
India has emerged as one of the most optimistic consumer markets globally, according to a new report from Boston Consulting Group (BCG).
China's economic slowdown deepens as retail sales hit 3-year low
China's economic recovery appears to be losing steam, with November's retail sales growth hitting a three-year low.