China: News
China restricts rare earth exports, targeting defense and semiconductors sectors
China has tightened its rare earth export controls, targeting defense and semiconductor users.
OpenAI flags Chinese operatives misusing ChatGPT for mass surveillance
OpenAI has flagged the misuse of its AI chatbot, ChatGPT, by suspected Chinese government operatives.
China adds 295,000 industrial robots to tackle demographic challenges
China's manufacturing industry has defied concerns over its shrinking population by adding 295,000 new industrial robots in 2024.
'Benefits India': Russian expert backs RD-93 engines sale to Pakistan
A Russian defense expert has defended the reported sale of RD-93 engines to Pakistan for its JF-17 aircraft, saying it could actually benefit India in two ways.
Snowstorm traps 1,000 people on Mount Everest; rescue underway
A severe snowstorm has trapped nearly 1,000 people on Mount Everest's eastern slopes in Tibet.
India working to resolve trade issues with US, says Jaishankar
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has said that India is working to resolve its trade issues with the United States.
India, China to soon resume direct flights after 5-year suspension
India and China are set to resume direct flight services later this month, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has announced.
This humanoid robot head can mimic your expressions, subtle movements
AheadForm, a robotics company from China, has unveiled an ultra-realistic humanoid robot head.
China tests underwater AI data center to reduce energy use
In a groundbreaking move, China is testing an "energy-saving" underwater data center off the coast of Shanghai.
'Purely economic calculation': Putin defends India's purchase of Russian oil
Russian President Vladimir Putin has criticized the United States for trying to pressure India into stopping its trade of Russian crude oil.
India, China to resume direct flights starting this month
India and China have agreed to resume direct flights, marking a major step toward normalizing bilateral relations.
Trump to meet Xi in 4 weeks
United States President Donald Trump has announced plans to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping in four weeks.
Japan arms warship with US missiles capable of 1,600km strikes
Japan is set to upgrade one of its warships with US-made Tomahawk cruise missiles.
Putin likely to visit India on December 5-6
Russian President Vladimir Putin is expected to visit India on December 5 and 6 for a summit with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, multipe news channels reported.
'Goddess of wealth' pleads guilty to world's largest crypto fraud
A Chinese national, Zhimin Qian, has pleaded guilty for her role in the world's largest cryptocurrency fraud.
Trump announces 100% tariff on all films made outside US
United States President Donald Trump has announced a 100% tariff on all movies made outside the country.
India's cancer deaths rose 21% in last 3 decades: Study
Cancer cases in India have risen by 26% over the last three decades, a new study published in The Lancet has revealed.
China adopts car-style production model for rockets and satellites
China is revolutionizing its space industry with a new manufacturing model inspired by the automotive sector.
China opens world's tallest bridge, 2× height of Eiffel Tower
The Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge, the world's highest bridge, was inaugurated on Sunday in Southwest China's Guizhou Province.
China 'nanoseconds behind' US in chip technology: Jensen Huang
Jensen Huang, the CEO and founder of US-based chipmaker NVIDIA, has said that China is "nanoseconds behind" the United States in chip technology.
UN reimposes sanctions on Iran after nuclear talks collapse
The United Nations has reimposed sweeping sanctions on Iran, a decade after they were first lifted.
World's biggest, most powerful flying wind turbine launched in China
China has successfully launched the world's largest and most powerful airborne wind turbine, a major step toward cheaper and more reliable green energy.
China now has more factory robots than other countries combined
China has become the world's leading hub for industrial robots, with over two million machines working in its factories.
Chinese hackers hit US software, law firms in cyber campaign
A group of suspected Chinese hackers has targeted US software developers and law firms in a sophisticated intelligence-gathering campaign, cybersecurity firm Mandiant has revealed.
China altered Dave Franco's 'Together' to paint gay couple straight
The Australian horror film Together, starring Dave Franco and Alison Brie, has sparked outrage among Chinese moviegoers after it was discovered that a gay couple in the film was digitally altered to make them straight.
Next-gen Indian submarines to feature 200 MWe nuclear reactors
Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) is working on a new nuclear reactor for India's next-generation submarines.
Why China is cracking down on online content promoting 'pessimism'
China's internet regulators have launched a new campaign against "pessimism" on social media, live-streaming, and short-video platforms.
Zelenskyy warns Europe, US not to let India drift away
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has warned the United States and Europe against letting India drift away from the West toward Russia.
Apple strengthens iPhone manufacturing in India with new machinery investments
Apple is fast-tracking its supply chain expansion in India, not just by sourcing components for iPhones but also by manufacturing the machinery needed to produce these devices locally.
Super Typhoon Ragasa lashes Taiwan; 14 killed, 124 missing
Super Typhoon Ragasa has wreaked havoc in East Asia, killing at least 14 people and leaving 124 missing in Taiwan.
China becomes second nation to deploy EMALS on aircraft carrier
China's latest aircraft carrier, the Fujian, has successfully demonstrated its advanced electromagnetic catapult system by launching three different types of aircraft.
NASA's 2027 Moon mission at risk amid SpaceX's Starship delays
SpaceX's Starship Human Landing System (HLS), a specialized variant of the standard Starship spacecraft, is facing delays in its development.
Oracle to control TikTok's algorithm in US under Trump-approved deal
Oracle has been chosen as the lead company in a deal approved by President Donald Trump's administration, to oversee the algorithm and security of TikTok's popular video platform for US users.
How this teen sent a homemade rocket soaring to 400m
Zhang Shijie, an 18-year-old from Hunan province in central China, has successfully launched a rocket to an altitude of 400 meters.
Russia proposes Su-57 production in India: Report
Russia has proposed to India the supply and local production of its fifth-generation Su-57 fighter jets, Russian news agency TASS reported.
Why China did not cut lending rates
The People's Bank of China (PBOC) has decided to keep its benchmark lending rates unchanged for the fourth consecutive month.
Trump confirms Murdoch family may take part in TikTok deal
President Donald Trump has revealed that media mogul Rupert Murdoch and his son Lachlan Murdoch are likely to be part of a deal to save TikTok in the US.
These large Indian companies are currently collaborating with Chinese firms
India and China are now cautiously recalibrating their economic ties in 2025.
Why US House lawmakers are on a trip to China
A bipartisan United States House delegation, headed by Representative Adam Smith, has landed in China.
490km/h! BYD Yangwang U9 Xtreme is world's fastest production car
Yangwang, a luxury sub-brand of Chinese electric vehicle (EV) maker BYD, has set a new world record for the fastest production car.