China: News
QUAD meet: India, US seal critical minerals, rare earths pact
India and the United States have signed a strategic agreement on critical minerals and rare earths.
China to give humanoid robots national IDs like humans
China is planning to give a digital identity to every humanoid robot manufactured in the country.
Why China has merged its crewed, uncrewed lunar programs
China is merging its crewed and uncrewed lunar landing programs into a single mission.
This handheld device can detect cancer from a blood drop
A team of researchers from Westlake University, Hangzhou, has developed a handheld device that could soon be used to screen for early-stage cancer from a single drop of blood.
Huawei reveals roadmap for 1.4nm chips by 2031
Huawei has unveiled an ambitious plan to produce advanced semiconductors with a transistor density of 1.4 nanometers (nm) by 2031.
Huawei targets 1.4nm chips by 2031 to rival TSMC
Huawei Technologies has announced a new strategy to close the gap with Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), the industry leader in semiconductor production.
Xi scolded Japan's PM over 'remilitarization' during Trump summit
Chinese President Xi Jinping reportedly lashed out at Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi for her country's military expansion during a recent summit with United States President Donald Trump in Beijing.
Chinese astronaut to spend a full year in space
China has launched its Shenzhou-23 mission, a major step in its plan to send humans to the Moon by 2030.
China wants to extract lithium, germanium from coal waste
China is exploring the potential of coal waste as a source of critical metals such as lithium, gallium, and germanium.
China's Shenzhou-23 space mission to feature Hong Kong's first astronaut
China is scheduled to launch its longest human spaceflight mission to date, the Shenzhou-23.
Why Wingtech has sued Dutch chipmaker Nexperia for $1.2B
China's Wingtech Technology has filed a lawsuit against chipmaker Nexperia and five other entities, seeking CNY 8 billion ($1.2 billion) in compensation for economic losses.
NVIDIA is including China in its $200B CPU market forecast
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang has said that his company's forecast of a $200 billion market for central processing units (CPUs) includes China.
'Lion of Galwan': Abhimanyu Dassani's film stalled over China references
Maatrubhumi: May War Rest in Peace, starring Salman Khan, has been stuck in limbo for a while now.
This Chinese lab-grown organoid can replace your pacemaker
In a major scientific breakthrough, researchers from Shanghai have successfully created the world's first lab-grown sinoatrial node.
This Chinese-Dutch team just turned corn into sustainable plastic
A team of scientists from China and the Netherlands has developed a corn protein-based biopolymer that could offer a sustainable alternative to fossil-fuel plastics.
China to search for water ice at Moon's south pole
China's Chang'e-7 mission is set to explore the Moon's south pole later this year.
China: Gas explosion in coal mine kills 90 workers
A gas explosion at the Liushenyu coal mine in Qinyuan county, Shanxi province of northern China, has left 90 people dead.
US Secretary of State's visit to India: What's the agenda
United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio is on a four-day visit to India. The trip comes at a time when both Washington and New Delhi are trying to recalibrate their strategic priorities amid shifting global alignments.
Blogger claims Chinese general disguised as waitress spied on Musk
Jennifer Zeng, an independent blogger, has made explosive allegations against China.
Trump delays AI executive order, cites risks to US innovation
US President Donald Trump has postponed the signing of an executive order on artificial intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity.
China's new supply chain curbs worry India's electronics industry
India's electronics manufacturers are on edge over China's new supply chain control measures.
NVIDIA has 'conceded' China's AI chip market to Huawei: Huang
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang has admitted that the company has "largely conceded" China's artificial intelligence (AI) chip market to Huawei.
After Trump-Xi summit, China agrees to buy 200 Boeing jets
China has confirmed its decision to buy 200 Boeing jets, following a recent meeting between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing.
Putin to visit India from September 12-13 for BRICS Summit
Russian President Vladimir Putin will visit New Delhi on September 12 and 13 for the BRICS Summit, Kremlin aide Yuri Ushakov confirmed on Tuesday.
India, China review bilateral ties, regional cooperation
Indian Ambassador to China, Vikram Doraiswami, recently held an introductory meeting with Liu Jinsong, Director General of the Department of Asian Affairs at China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
PwC sued by liquidators of China Evergrande for $8.4B
The liquidators of China Evergrande, a major Chinese property developer that went bankrupt, are suing accounting firm PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) for CNY 57 billion ($8.4 billion).
India retains position as world's fastest-growing major steel producer
India has retained its position as the world's fastest-growing major steel producer, according to a recent report by Goldman Sachs.
Bain Capital raises $10.5B for Asia-focused private equity fund
Bain Capital, a leading global investment firm, has announced the final close of its sixth Asia-focused private equity fund.
How companies in EU will lower reliance on China
The European Union (EU) is drafting new regulations that would require companies in the bloc to source critical components from at least three different suppliers.
World's 1st copper-titanium medical implant lowers risk of infection
China has unveiled the world's first copper-blended titanium implant for orthopedic surgery.
Why component suppliers are seeking relief from automakers in India
Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) supplying auto components have called on major automobile makers in India to share the burden of rising wages, energy prices, and raw material costs.
HSBC to lend $4B to these Chinese companies
HSBC has announced a new $4 billion credit facility to support Chinese companies in sustainable and transitional technology.
SHEIN acquires US apparel brand Everlane for $100M
Chinese e-commerce giant SHEIN is reportedly acquiring US apparel retailer Everlane from its majority owner, L Catterton.
Leaked cable states US urged Pakistan to oust Imran Khan
A leaked diplomatic cable has brought back the spotlight on Imran Khan's allegations of a "foreign conspiracy" behind his ouster.
China consumer spending hits 41-month low
China's economy showed signs of weakness in April, with retail sales, industrial output, and investment growth all falling short of expectations.
China uses tech tested on Moon to tackle desertification
China is tackling desertification in the western Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, using advanced technology tested on the Moon.
India to become world's 3rd-largest market for used cars
India's pre-owned car market is on the cusp of a major transformation, according to Redseer Strategy Consultants.
China's Jiuzhang 4.0 can outperform the world's fastest classical supercomputer
China has unveiled its latest photonic quantum computer, Jiuzhang 4.0, which is said to be way more powerful than the world's fastest classical supercomputer.
Trump's delegation discarded Chinese gifts before boarding Air Force One
US President Donald Trump and his delegation have returned from a two-day diplomatic visit to Beijing.
Taiwan is a 'difficult problem' for US: Trump
US President Donald Trump has described Taiwan as a "difficult problem" for the US.
'Pakistan's mediation process hasn't failed yet but....': Iran's Abbas Araghchi
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Friday said that the mediation process by Pakistan has not failed yet but admitted that it is in a very difficult course.
By year-end, nearly 30% of world's iPhones will be India-made
India is set to become a major player in Apple's global supply chain, with an estimated 28% of all iPhones being assembled in the country by 2026.
China's Tencent re-enters India's gaming market
Chinese tech giant Tencent has announced its return to the Indian gaming market.
Honda posts its first-ever annual loss as EV bets falter
Japanese car giant Honda has reported its first annual loss in nearly 70 years. The company's massive investments in the electric vehicle (EV) market have not paid off as expected.
AGI could arrive by 2028: Anthropic
Anthropic has predicted that Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) could be achieved by 2028.
'Visa cartel has own visa temple': US Senator targets Indians
United States Senator Eric Schmitt has sparked a controversy by targeting Hyderabad's Chilkur Balaji Temple, also known as the "Visa Temple."
'100%...': Why Trump agreed with Xi's US 'declining nation' comment
United States President Donald Trump said he agreed with Chinese President Xi Jinping's assertion that the US is a declining nation.
Kremlin confirms Putin's upcoming visit to China
The Kremlin has confirmed that Russian President Vladimir Putin will visit China soon.
Trump claims Xi was right about US being 'in decline'
United States President Donald Trump has downplayed Chinese President Xi Jinping's comments on the West being in decline.
'We had extremely positive, productive conversations': Trump on Xi meeting
United States President Donald Trump described talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping as "great" after a nearly two-hour-long meeting in Beijing.
OpenAI wants US and China to govern AI
OpenAI has supported the establishment of a global governance body for artificial intelligence (AI), led by the United States and China as a member.
Trump-Xi summit: 'Should be partners, not opponents,' Xi tells Trump
United States President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping began their high-stakes summit in Beijing on Thursday.
China is testing if humans can have babies in space
China has sent artificial embryos to its space station as part of an experiment to determine if humans can reproduce in zero gravity.
Trump lands in Beijing for high-stakes summit with Xi Jinping
United States President Donald Trump has landed in Beijing for a high-stakes summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
India reacts to China helping Pakistan during Operation Sindoor
India has reacted strongly to reports of China providing on-site technical support to Pakistan during Operation Sindoor.
India might soon ink critical minerals pact with Russia
India and Russia are in advanced talks to sign a preliminary agreement on critical minerals, as per Reuters.
'Stop building your stockpiles': Ex-World Bank head to China
Former World Bank president David Malpass has urged China to stop stockpiling food and fertilizer amid a global supply crisis.
California ex-mayor admits to acting as agent of China
Eileen Wang, the former mayor of Arcadia, California, has agreed to plead guilty to acting as an illegal agent for the People's Republic of China (PRC).
Pakistan let Iran park aircraft at Nur Khan base: Report
Pakistan reportedly permitted Iranian military aircraft to park at its Nur Khan Airbase, near Rawalpindi.
This body armor inspired by crocodile scales can deflect projectiles
Chinese researchers have developed a revolutionary body armor inspired by crocodile scales.
Copper defies US-Iran war impact, nears record high
Copper is on a record-high trajectory as traders overlook the US-Iran conflict and focus on supply-demand dynamics.
For 1st time, China exports more EVs than ICE cars
For the first time ever, China has exported more electric vehicles (EVs) and plug-in hybrids than conventional gasoline or diesel cars.
Bullet trains will eliminate short-duration flights, says Ashwini Vaishnaw
India's Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has warned airline investors that the country's new high-speed rail network will dominate short-haul routes.
Trump to visit China on May 13-15
United States President Donald Trump will pay a state visit to China from May 13-15, Beijing confirmed on Monday.
How Chinese developers are getting access to foreign AI models
A thriving gray market of API relay platforms is enabling Chinese developers to bypass restrictions and access top-tier foreign artificial intelligence (AI) models.
China: You can now charge your EV at KFC, McDonald's
Leading fast-food chains KFC and McDonald's are stepping up their game in China by adding electric vehicle (EV) charging stations and upgrading digital services.
This AI-developed catalyst can turn wastewater into fertilizer
A team of scientists in China has developed a revolutionary catalyst that can convert nitrate pollution from agricultural and industrial wastewater into ammonia.
China is sending a humanoid robot to Moon as porter
China is gearing up to send a unique explorer to the Moon, a humanoid upper body mounted on four wheels.
Meet Hanyuan-2, 1st dual-core quantum computer in the world
China has unveiled the world's first dual-core quantum computer, a major milestone in the field of quantum computing.
Omega-3 supplements might not be good for your brain
A recent study by researchers at China's Army Medical University has found that taking omega-3 supplements could actually speed up cognitive decline in Alzheimer's disease.
Porsche to shut 3 subsidiaries amid falling sales, profit pressures
Porsche has announced the closure of three of its subsidiaries: Cellforce Group, Porsche eBike Performance, and Cetitec.
US sanctions 10 entities for aiding Iran's military efforts
The US Treasury Department has imposed sanctions on 10 individuals and companies, including those from China and Hong Kong.