China: News
Baidu starts large-scale layoffs as profits fall and competition surges
China's tech giant Baidu has begun a massive layoff process across several business units.
France to take legal action against AliExpress: Here's why
France has filed legal complaints against popular e-commerce platforms such as AliExpress and Joom, over the sale of childlike sex dolls.
After Hong Kong fires, train collision in China kills 11
A train accident in China's southwestern city of Kunming has left 11 railway maintenance workers dead and two others injured.
China to deploy humanoid robots at border crossings
UBTech Robotics, a leading Chinese robotics company, has bagged a $37 million contract to deploy humanoid robots at border crossings.
'Rush Hour 4's happening, and we have Trump to thank!
The fourth installment of the popular action-comedy franchise Rush Hour is reportedly being revived by Paramount Pictures, thanks to an intervention from US President Donald Trump.
HUAWEI launches smartphone with world's brightest 8,000-nit screen
HUAWEI has unveiled its latest Mate 80 series in China, with the Mate 80 Pro Max taking center stage.
China floods India with cheap soyoil amid weak domestic demand
China's soybean oil exports to India have skyrocketed, as weak domestic demand coincides with strong imports from South America and the US.
China denies claims Arunachali woman was harassed at Shanghai airport
China has denied allegations of harassment against an Indian woman by immigration officials at Shanghai airport.
What India said after Shanghai officials told Arunachali she's Chinese
A woman of Indian origin, Prema Thongdok, was allegedly detained for 18 hours at Shanghai Pudong Airport due to her passport listing Arunachal Pradesh as her birthplace.
Why Modi government might levy import tariff on steel products
India, the world's second-largest producer of crude steel, is mulling an import tariff on certain steel products.
Will Trump allow NVIDIA to sell flagship chips to China?
US President Donald Trump is considering whether to permit NVIDIA Corp. to export advanced AI chips to China.
Audi's latest 'AUDI' EV looks straight out of the future
Audi has unveiled its second model under the new AUDI brand at Auto Guangzhou 2025.
China launches mission to rescue astronauts stranded at space station
China has launched an uncrewed Shenzhou 22 capsule on a dramatic rescue mission.
5 unexpected health benefits of Tai Chi
Originating from ancient China, tai chi is a gentle form of martial arts that has been practiced for centuries.
China unveils mining initiative at G20 summit amid export curbs
China has unveiled a new mining initiative with "friendly nations" at the G20 Leaders' Summit in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Seafood exports rise as India's diversification softens Trump tariff impact
India's seafood industry is witnessing a major shift in its export strategy, with a significant surge in shrimp shipments.
NVIDIA could sell its H200 AI chips to China soon
The US government is considering a major policy shift that could allow NVIDIA to sell its H200 artificial intelligence (AI) chips in China.
China exploited India-Pakistan conflict to test its weapons: US report
China took advantage of the recent conflict between India and Pakistan in May to conduct a real-world combat test of its weapons systems, a United States congressional panel has revealed.
India resumes tourist visas for Chinese citizens globally
India has resumed issuing tourist visas to Chinese nationals across the globe as the two countries strive to normalize relations following a prolonged military standoff along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), HT reported.
What India's delayed climate pledge means for global warming
India, the third-largest carbon emitter in the world, has not yet submitted its updated Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) at this year's UN climate summit (COP30) in Belem, Brazil.
Brendan Fraser confirms 'Mummy 4': 'I've been waiting 20 years...'
Hollywood actor Brendan Fraser has confirmed that he will be returning to the Mummy franchise with a fourth installment.
'India fully prepared': Navy chief as Pakistan receives China-made submarines
The Indian Navy on Thursday said it is closely monitoring the delivery of advanced submarines to Pakistan by China.
Netherlands returns control of chipmaker Nexperia to China
The Dutch government has announced its decision to relinquish control of Nexperia, a major chipmaker owned by China's Wingtech.
Why China has suspended seafood imports from Japan
China has announced a complete ban on all imports of Japanese seafood, amid rising diplomatic tensions between the two nations.
Chinese spies are using LinkedIn to target UK lawmakers
UK's domestic intelligence agency, MI5, has issued a warning to lawmakers about Chinese spies posing as recruiters on platforms like LinkedIn.
China reacts to Sheikh Hasina's death sentence
China has termed the death sentence given to former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina as an "internal affair" of Bangladesh.
Believe it or not, this country is biggest Chinese-loan recipient
A recent study by AidData, a research lab at the College of William & Mary, has revealed an unexpected twist in global finance.
How US plans to tackle growing tech challenge from China
A prominent advisory panel on China policy has recommended the creation of a "consolidated economic statecraft entity" by US Congress.
China's budget spending hits 4-year low: What's the reason?
China's fiscal spending fell sharply in October, marking the largest drop since at least 2021.
Trump clears F-35 jet sale to Saudi despite China concerns
United States President Donald Trump has given the green light to sell F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia.
China delays Japanese film releases over Taiwan row
The release of at least two popular Japanese films has been postponed in China amid a diplomatic dispute over Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's comments on Taiwan.
China's rare earth exports hit 4-month low: What's the reason?
China's exports of rare earth products, key components in electric vehicles (EVs), weapons, and high-tech manufacturing, have declined.
'Operation Sindoor was just trailer': Army chief warns Pakistan
Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Upendra Dwivedi has issued a stern warning to Pakistan, saying, "'Operation Sindoor' was just a trailer," and India is ready for any future challenges.
Shanghai plans 'AI dining' revolution with robot chefs, smart kitchens
Shanghai, China's premier city, is gearing up for a major transformation in the dining sector.
'Rat people': China's Gen Z rebels against grind culture
China's Gen Z is challenging the country's grueling work culture with a new trend: "rat people."
Indian toy exporters face 50% order decline amid US tariffs
Indian toy exporters are witnessing a major drop in orders from the US, with a staggering 50% decline.
US, China reach deal to curb exports of fentanyl chemicals
The US and China have reached a major agreement to restrict the export of chemical precursors used in the production of fentanyl, a synthetic opioid that has been responsible for tens of thousands of American deaths.
Yunus's speedy takeover shows 2024 coup was premeditated: Sheikh Hasina
Bangladesh's former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has alleged that her ouster was a premeditated coup.
Australia accuses China of hacking telecoms, stealing data worth $8B
Australia has accused China of hacking into its telecommunications networks and other critical infrastructure to steal sensitive information.
Worrying: China might have stolen India's immigration data
A data breach at Chinese cybersecurity firm KnownSec has exposed sensitive information about India, including its immigration records.