China: News
Chinese hackers breach email systems of US congressional staffers
In a major cyber-espionage operation dubbed 'Salt Typhoon,' China has reportedly hacked the email accounts of congressional staffers working for key committees in the US House of Representatives.
'Receiving many jet orders, won't need IMF's help': Pakistan minister
Pakistan's Defense Minister Khawaja Asif has claimed that the country is receiving record orders for fighter jets that it may not need future bailouts from the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
US withdraws from key UN climate treaty, 65 other organizations
United States President Donald Trump has announced his decision to withdraw the US from the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC).
China creates high-yield rice that can clone its own seeds
Chinese researchers have developed a revolutionary type of hybrid rice that can reproduce itself through clonal seeds.
Why China is reviewing Meta's $2B Manus AI deal
Chinese authorities are considering intervening in Meta's acquisition of Manus, an AI agent developer with Chinese roots.
Silver hits fresh record high of $83.62: What's driving surge?
Silver prices have hit a new all-time high of $83.62 an ounce, marking a 15% increase in 2026 so far.
India introduces new e-business visa for Chinese nationals
India has launched an e-Production Investment Business Visa, or e-B-4 Visa, to facilitate travel for Chinese businessmen.
'Still president': Maduro pleads not guilty in US court
Deposed Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro pleaded not guilty to drug trafficking and narco-terrorism charges in a United States federal court.
Alibaba's AI detects deadly cancers before symptoms appear
In a groundbreaking development, an artificial intelligence (AI) system has been used in eastern China to detect pancreatic cancer before symptoms appear.
'Must make me happy': Trump hints at new India tariffs
United States President Donald Trump has hinted at imposing new tariffs on India over its continued imports of Russian oil.
Why India has launched an anti-dumping probe against China, Russia
India has launched an anti-dumping investigation into the import of nylon-6 chips and granules from China and Russia.
North Korea fires missiles as South Korean leader visits China
North Korea launched several ballistic missiles into the sea on the same day South Korean President Lee Jae Myung began his visit to China.
This Chinese tech debunks green burden theory, boosts productivity
A groundbreaking study from the Chinese Academy of Sciences and Peking University has challenged a long-held belief in climate policy: that reducing emissions harms the economy.
US attack on Venezuela: Will it impact Indian oil refiners?
The recent US attack on Venezuela is not expected to have a major impact on Indian oil refiners.
How dramatic strike raid by US captured Maduro
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro was captured in a United States military operation in Caracas. The operation was carried out by an elite unit of the US Army known as Delta Force.
US leadership in biopharma sector is facing threat from China
China's biopharmaceutical industry is said to be in an "innovation 2.0" phase, shifting toward commercialization.
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.