China: News
28 Feb 2024
BusinessChina's biggest private property developer faces liquidation
Chinese property giant Country Garden Holdings is in hot water as creditor Ever Credit Limited, part of Kingboard Holdings, has filed a liquidation petition against it for not paying back a $205 million loan.
27 Feb 2024
WeddingsWhat is 'live-in son-in-law' service offered by Chinese matchmaking agency
A new "live-in son-in-law" service is making waves in the eastern part of China.
23 Feb 2024
S JaishankarIndia, China's biggest challenge is arriving at equilibrium: Jaishankar
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Friday that one of the biggest challenges for India and its arch-rival China will be achieving equilibrium and then maintaining it.
23 Feb 2024
Indian GovernmentI-Soon leak: Chinese hackers target India's government offices, corporates
A Chinese hacker group with ties to the Beijing government has reportedly targeted key Indian government offices, including the Prime Minister's Office, and corporates like Reliance Industries and Air India.
23 Feb 2024
IndiaLanguage legacies: Discovering the ancient roots of five spoken tongues
In the web of human history, languages emerge as enduring threads, preserving cultures, narratives, and identities that transcend time.
22 Feb 2024
Cargo ShipFive dead as cargo ship collides with bridge in China
A cargo ship collided with a bridge in Guangzhou, China on Thursday, leaving five people dead and one crew member injured, Reuters reported.
22 Feb 2024
Home DecorFeng Shui tips for house planning
In the pursuit of a balanced and harmonious living space, many turn to the ancient art of Feng Shui.
22 Feb 2024
MaldivesChinese 'research vessel' to arrive in Male amid India-Maldives tensions
Amid escalating tensions between India and the Maldives, a Chinese research vessel—Xiang Yang Hong 03—is set to dock in the Maldivian capital Male on Thursday.
21 Feb 2024
India21st round of India-China Corps Commander talks held, no breakthrough
The 21st Corps Commander Level Meeting between India and China took place on Monday at the Chushul-Moldo border meeting point.
21 Feb 2024
CybersecurityCERT-In probing potential data breaches at India's PMO and EPFO
India's government is looking into potential data breaches involving the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) and the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO).
19 Feb 2024
BusinessConcerns mount for China as FDI hits 30-year low
China's foreign direct investment (FDI) has hit a 30-year low, with official data from the State Administration of Foreign Exchange revealing a net FDI of just $33 billion in 2023.
18 Feb 2024
AppleChina forced Apple to add RCS support to iPhones: Report
In a surprising turn of events, Apple last year revealed plans to support Rich Communication Services (RCS) on iPhones starting in the latter half of 2024.
16 Feb 2024
Health & WellnessInstant noodles contain cancer-causing chemicals, reveals study
Hong Kong's consumer watchdog has reported that nearly 90% of instant noodles tested contain potential carcinogenic contaminants.
15 Feb 2024
IndiaBharat Mart: All about India's mega project in UAE
India is planning to establish its own warehousing facility Bharat Mart in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
14 Feb 2024
MoonChina seeks instrument developers for Chang'e 8 Moon mission
The China National Space Administration (CNSA) is inviting domestic entities to develop key instruments for the Chang'e 8 mission. It is set to launch in 2028.
14 Feb 2024
LifestyleMahjong: A journey through evolution and gameplay
Mahjong, an ancient Chinese tile-based game, has transcended centuries with its blend of strategy, skill, and cultural significance.
13 Feb 2024
FoodChinese New Year: Exploring the Dragon Year delicacies
China kicked off its Lunar New Year festivities on February 10, marking the beginning of a two-week-long celebration that culminates in the Lantern Festival on February 24.
13 Feb 2024
Travel And TourismHarbin Festival: Visual feast of icy splendor
In the chilly land of Heilongjiang province, northeastern China, the people of Harbin have found a clever way to enjoy the cold and winds from Siberia; they throw a huge ice and snow festival!
13 Feb 2024
IsraelChina urges Israel to stop military operations in Rafah
China on Tuesday called on Israel to halt its military operations in the southern Gaza city of Rafah "as soon as possible," warning of a "serious humanitarian disaster" there if fighting did not stop.
12 Feb 2024
PaytmCentre probes Chinese investments in Paytm Payments Services
The Indian government is examining foreign direct investment (FDI) from China in Paytm Payments Services Ltd. (PPSL), a subsidiary of One97 Communications Ltd (OCL).
08 Feb 2024
United States of AmericaChinese-origin engineer arrested in US for stealing missile tracking technology
Chenguang Gong, a former engineer and US citizen originally from China, has been arrested on federal charges, for allegedly stealing trade secret technology.
05 Feb 2024
Weird StoriesChilly infused coffee takes China by storm
A coffee shop in Ganzhou, Jiangxi province, China, has sparked curiosity by introducing a unique creation to its menu, the Jiangxi Spicy Latte, a fiery drink with fried chili and pepper powder.
04 Feb 2024
United States of AmericaIndia in driver seat: US envoy Eric Garcetti on Quad
United States (US) Ambassador to India, Eric Garcetti, said on Sunday that India has attained a central role in the Quad alliance, which also includes Australia and Japan.
31 Jan 2024
International Monetary FundChina's manufacturing activity contracts for fourth consecutive month
China's manufacturing sector experienced its fourth consecutive month of contraction in January 2024, signaling a sluggish start to the year for the industry and the world's second largest economy.
31 Jan 2024
Nirmala SitharamanImport duty on phone components lowered from 15% to 10%
Indian government has slashed import duties on mobile phone components from 15% to 10%.
30 Jan 2024
United States of AmericaUkraine war boosts US weapons exports to record high
Overseas sales of the United States (US)'s weapons saw a significant increase in 2023, reaching a record total of $238 billion (approximately Rs. 19 lakh crore), BBC reported.
29 Jan 2024
Tribal CommunityIndigenous creativity: Exploring the rich tapestry of tribal art
Tribal crafts have played a pivotal role in preserving cultural heritage and traditions for centuries.
29 Jan 2024
MaldivesOpposition prepares impeachment motion against Maldivian president: Report
The Maldives's main opposition party—the Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP)—has gathered enough signatures to submit a motion to impeach President Mohamed Muizzu, local media said.
29 Jan 2024
Tribal CommunityMatriarchal marvels: 5 tribes worldwide dominated by women
Throughout history, diverse societies have embraced unique social structures, and among them are tribes where women not only participate but indeed hold the reins of leadership, and play a central and dominant role in different spheres of governance and decision-making.
29 Jan 2024
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningChina approves 40 AI models for public in six months
In the past six months, China has approved over 40 artificial intelligence (AI) models for public use, following the implementation of regulatory approval for AI development.
29 Jan 2024
Narendra Modi31 all-Indian tunes to reverberate at Beating Retreat ceremony today
Republic Day celebrations will culminate on Monday evening with the Beating Retreat ceremony at Raisina Hills, New Delhi, featuring 31 captivating Indian tunes played by military and paramilitary bands.
29 Jan 2024
Stock MarketChina Evergrande, with $300B in debt, ordered to liquidate
A Hong Kong court has ordered the liquidation of China Evergrande Group, the world's most indebted property developer with over $300 billion in liabilities.
29 Jan 2024
Xi JinpingChina's message on ties with France after Macron's India visit
Chinese President Xi Jinping is eager to "break new ground" in China-France relations.
27 Jan 2024
SamsungSamsung S24 picks Baidu's AI over Google Gemini in China
Samsung is shaking things up in China by choosing Baidu's AI chatbot "Ernie" over Google's Gemini to power its Galaxy AI software for the latest Galaxy S24 series, per CNBC.
26 Jan 2024
Hollywood'Madame Web' gets theatrical release in China; check date
Sony Pictures's Madame Web, a standalone film featuring a character from the Spider-Man-based Marvel characters, has secured a theatrical release in mainland China.
25 Jan 2024
AppleApple becomes leading smartphone brand in China for first time
For the first time, Apple has emerged as the leading smartphone company in China.
25 Jan 2024
CanadaCanada adds India to its probe into election meddling
Canada has expanded its investigation into foreign interference in its national elections by including India in the probe.
24 Jan 2024
Stock MarketAmidst plummeting stocks, China restricts shorting of stock index futures
China's stock market regulators have directed some hedge fund managers to limit short selling in the nation's stock index futures market in an effort to stabilize plummeting stocks.
23 Jan 2024
Tamil NaduApple supplier Corning to manufacture Gorilla Glass in Tamil Nadu
Gorilla Glass manufacturer Corning has teamed up with Indian telecom company Optiemus Infracom to establish Bharat Innovative Glass Technologies in Tamil Nadu.
22 Jan 2024
BusinessChina invests record $40bn in chipmaking equipments
China's imports of chipmaking machines saw a 14% increase in 2023, reaching a staggering $40 billion.