China: News
Trump's China trade policy could hurt India's growth, Moody's warns
Moody's Ratings has warned President Donald Trump's US trade policy with China could pose "significant downside risk" to neighboring Asian countries, including India.
Indian exporters benefit from US tariffs on Chinese e-commerce shipments
The recent imposition of tariffs by the US on low-value Chinese e-commerce shipments has opened a new opportunity for Indian exporters, especially those dealing in customized goods.
World's first humanoid robot boxing match is happening next month
Chinese robotics firm Unitree has announced plans to livestream the world's first-ever boxing match between two humanoid robots.
Apple made iPhones worth $22B in India last year
Apple has ramped up its iPhone production in India by a long shot, assembling devices worth $22 billion in 2024.
Apple was on brink of crisis before Trump's tariff concession
Apple has narrowly escaped a major crisis, similar to the supply chain disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic five years ago.
Donald Trump exempts chips, smartphones, and computers from reciprocal tariffs
US Customs and Border Protection has clarified that smartphones, computers, and chips are exempt from President Donald Trump's recently imposed reciprocal tariffs on Chinese imports.
Ukraine war could see partitioning like Berlin post-WW2: US envoy
Lieutenant General Keith Kellogg, Donald Trump's envoy to Kyiv, has suggested a possible partitioning of the country similar to Berlin's division post-World War II.
China to cut Hollywood releases amid US-China trade tensions
In a major shift, Chinese regulators have revealed plans to cut down the number of Hollywood films released in China.
China imposes 125% tariffs on US goods, escalating trade tensions
In a major escalation of its ongoing trade war with the US, China has announced an increase in tariffs on American goods to 125% starting Saturday.
'No matter how....': Xi Jinping warns US over Trump's tariffs
Chinese President Xi Jinping has warned that trade wars are futile and there are no winners.
Gold prices hit record high of ₹93,400 per 10g
Gold prices hit all-time highs in the global and Indian markets on Friday as a wave of investors rushed to the precious metal as a safe haven amid global economic uncertainty.
How Apple airlifted 600-tons of iPhones to beat Trump's tariffs
In a swift response to impending US tariffs, Apple executed a significant logistical operation.
Smartphones may get cheaper in India—thanks to Trump's China tariffs
The ongoing trade tensions between the US and China have also prompted Chinese electronic component manufacturers to offer discounts of up to 5% to Indian companies.
Meta compromised national security to build business in China: Whistleblower
In a serious allegation against Meta, former global public policy director at Facebook, Sarah Wynn-Williams, accused the tech giant of compromising national security to build an $18 billion business in China.
Are soybeans China and EU's secret weapon against Trump's tariffs?
The trade war between the United States and China has reached a new high, with President Donald Trump slapping an eye-popping 125% tariff on Chinese imports.
Trump suspends tariffs: Who wins and who loses
President Donald Trump has suspended sweeping tariffs for 90 days, a move that has sent global financial markets into a rally.
Trump announces 90-day tariff pause; raises China tariffs to 125%
In yet another flip flop of sorts, US President Donald Trump has suspended his reciprocal tariff policy for 90 days, for non-retaliating countries.
Chinese shares might be delisted from US stock exchanges
In a major escalation of the ongoing US-China trade dispute, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, has hinted that Chinese stocks could be removed from American exchanges.
China slaps 84% tariffs on US goods after Trump's 104%
China has upped the ante in its ongoing trade war with the United States by imposing a shocking 84% tariff on US imports, up from 34%.
Crude oil prices hit 4-year low: Here we decode why
Crude oil prices have fallen to their lowest level since early 2021, largely due to the intensifying trade war between the US and China.
How a global emissions tax will impact the shipping industry
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) will hold a crucial meeting in London this week.
Watch: AI video mocking American workers as obese goes viral
An AI-generated video has gone viral on Chinese social media, mocking US President Donald Trump's "reindustrialization" strategy to revive American factories.
End of '996' culture?—Chinese companies tell staff to work less
Several prominent Chinese technology companies are reportedly adjusting their work schedules, encouraging or mandating reduced working hours for their staff.
'Kissing my a—': Trump mocks countries eager for trade deals
US President Donald Trump has mocked world leaders keen to seal trade deals with the United States.
Ex-Meta executive to testify that firm helped China in AI
Former Meta executive, Sarah Wynn-Williams, is set to testify before the US Congress over her allegations against the social media giant.
Piyush Goyal defends 'dukandaari' remark at start-ups after facing backlash
Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal has defended his recent remarks on India's startup ecosystem that had drawn political backlash.
'Ready to fully offset shocks': China after Trump's 104% tariffs
Chinese Premier Li Qiang has assured that China is well-prepared to counteract the potential economic impacts of United States President Donald Trump's unprecedented 104% tariffs on all Chinese imports.
Iran, Iraq, Saudi executed 1,380 people last year—highest in decade
According to Amnesty International's latest annual report on death sentences, Iran, Iraq, and Saudi Arabia are responsible for most of the 1,518 executions globally in 2024.
India's GDP calculation is flawed, says Hotmail founder Sabeer Bhatia
Sabeer Bhatia, the co-founder of Hotmail, has raised concerns over how India measures its economic growth.
Elon Musk urges Trump to repeal tariffs on China
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has appealed to US President Donald Trump to reconsider his decision on imposing hefty tariffs on Chinese imports, as per The Washington Post.
Trump threatens extra 50% tariff on China; Beijing reacts
China has promised to "fight to the end" after United States President Donald Trump threatened an additional 50% tariff on its imports.
What is India VIX and how it reflects market turmoil
India's volatility index (India VIX), or business fear gauge, has surged over 59% to 21.94 today.
Microsoft's joint venture Wicresoft to halt China operations
Microsoft's joint venture, Wicresoft, will cease its operations in China from tomorrow.
Will India retaliate against Trump's tariffs? Official breaks silence
India has no intentions of retaliating against the 26% tariff imposed by United States President Donald Trump on imports from the country.
Trump reveals why China blocked TikTok US sale deal
President Donald Trump has revealed that China's objections to new tariffs have stalled a deal for the popular social media app, TikTok.
Trump calls tariffs 'very beautiful thing' as markets continue collapsing
United States President Donald Trump has defended his recent tariff hikes, calling it a "beautiful thing," despite the economic turmoil they have caused.
Indian toy industry to benefit from US tariffs on rivals
India's toy industry is preparing to capitalize on high US tariffs on rival nations such as China and Vietnam.
Sell TikTok to get tariff relief: Trump tells China
US President Donald Trump has proposed slashing tariff on Chinese goods, provided China allows a US firm to purchase TikTok's operations.
Myanmar earthquake death toll rises to 3,354: Here's why
The death toll from Myanmar's recent earthquake has reached 3,354, with over 200 still unaccounted for, state media said on Saturday.
This vaccine booster can enhance immunity against cancer by 150x
Researchers in China have developed a groundbreaking vaccine booster that can enhance immune responses to tumors and infections by as much as 150 times.