China: News
Union Budget 2026: Container manufacturing scheme worth ₹10,000cr announced
In a major move, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced a dedicated scheme for establishing a domestic container manufacturing ecosystem.
India to buy Venezuelan oil instead of Iranian crude: Trump
United States President Donald Trump has claimed that India will now be buying oil from Venezuela instead of Iran.
China's manufacturing activity slips in January
China's manufacturing sector has hit a rough patch, with the official Purchasing Managers's Index (PMI) for January dropping to 49.3.
'Feel ashamed': Pakistan PM admits seeking financial help from world
Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has admitted to seeking financial help from other countries, calling it a source of national embarrassment.
Chinese mother stabs infant 600 times, claims needles cure illness
A shocking incident in China's Yunnan province has come to light, where a mother allegedly stabbed her 10-month-old son with a needle 600 times.
China allows DeepSeek to buy NVIDIA's H200 AI chips
China has conditionally approved its leading AI start-up, DeepSeek, to purchase NVIDIA's H200 artificial intelligence chips.
Trump threatens Canada with 50% aircraft tariff over jet certification
United States President Donald Trump has threatened to impose a 50% tariff on all aircraft sold in the US by Canada.
These wedding farewell traditions will make you cry
Wedding farewells are steeped in emotion and tradition, giving a unique glimpse into cultural practices around the world.
Why South Korea's new AI rules are facing backlash
South Korea has introduced a comprehensive set of artificial intelligence (AI) regulations, the first of its kind in the world.
China executes 11 members of notorious Ming family
China has executed 11 members of the notorious Ming family that ran scam centers in Myanmar.
AI now school subject in China. Is it good idea?
In a bid to equip students with the skills needed for the future, China has made artificial intelligence (AI) a part of its school curriculum.
Why is everyone in China obsessed with this 'crying horse'
A peculiar "crying horse" plush toy has taken China by storm, becoming a viral sensation on social media.
China allows import of NVIDIA's H200 AI chips
China has given the green light for the import of NVIDIA's H200 artificial intelligence (AI) chips.
'Doomsday Clock' edges closer to catastrophe amid global risks
The Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists has moved its "Doomsday Clock" closer to midnight, now standing at 85 seconds. The clock symbolizes how close humanity is to global catastrophe.
How US plans to reduce rare earth reliance on China
The US government has announced a major investment of $1.6 billion in USA Rare Earth, a significant player in the rare earth minerals sector.
India, EU seal free trade agreement after 18 years
India and the European Union (EU) have finalized negotiations for a free trade agreement (FTA).
Carney likely to visit India as Canada's trade focus shifts
Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney is expected to visit India in the first week of March, Dinesh Patnaik, India's High Commissioner to Canada, said in an interview.
China clarifies Canada trade deal isn't aimed at US
China has clarified that its new trade agreement with Canada is not targeted at any other country.
Top China General accused of selling nuclear secrets to US
China's most senior military officer, General Zhang Youxia, is under investigation for allegedly leaking sensitive information about the country's nuclear weapons program to the United States, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal.
'Good neighbors, friends': Xi Jinping's Republic Day message for India
Chinese President Xi Jinping has extended warm wishes to India on its 77th Republic Day.
Canada rules out China trade deal after Trump's tariff threat
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has ruled out a free trade agreement with China.
These flexible semiconductor chips are as thin as human hair
Chinese scientists have made a major breakthrough in the field of electronics by developing fully flexible fiber chips.
Trump admin secures 10% stake in US miner for $1.6B
The Trump administration is involved in a $1.6 billion debt-and-equity investment package in USA Rare Earth, a strategic move to secure a 10% stake in the company, according to Financial Times.
'If Governor Carney…': Trump threatens Canada with 100% tariff
United States President Donald Trump has threatened to impose a 100% tariff on all Canadian goods if Canada strikes a trade deal with China.
NVIDIA CEO in China amid regulatory challenges
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang is currently in Shanghai, China, amid fierce competition from local companies and scrutiny from Chinese authorities.
'China will eat them up...': Trump slams Canada over Greenland
United States President Donald Trump has slammed Canada for rejecting his proposed missile defense project, the "Golden Dome," over Greenland.
Bangladesh plans new barrage on Padma as Farrakka talks stall
The Bangladesh Water Development Board (BWDB) is set to launch the long-awaited Padma Barrage project, with an estimated cost of 50,443.64 crore Taka (₹37,895 crore).
Trump-backed investors will now run TikTok's US operations
The US and China have finalized a deal that transfers control of TikTok's American operations to a group of investors backed by President Donald Trump.
Just 32 fossil-fuel firms cause 50% of global CO2 emissions
A recent study has revealed that just 32 fossil fuel firms were responsible for half of the world's carbon dioxide emissions in 2024. The number is down from 36 in the previous year.
Why Anthropic's CEO slammed NVIDIA and AMD at WEF
Dario Amodei, the CEO of AI research company Anthropic, has criticized the US government for allowing the sale of high-performance NVIDIA and AMD chips to China.
Chang'e-7 mission: Why touching lunar ice could be a problem
China's Chang'e-7 mission, scheduled for this year, will be the first attempt by China to directly sample and measure water on the Moon.
China, Russia's air power a threat to the West: Report
A report by the Royal United Services Institute (RUSI) has noted that both China and Russia have drastically improved their air power since 2020.
China latest to get invited to Trump's 'Board of Peace'
China has confirmed that it has received an invitation from the United States to join President Donald Trump's "Board of Peace."
Why Robert Kiyosaki is skeptical of investing in digital silver
Robert Kiyosaki, the author of Rich Dad Poor Dad, has long been skeptical of paper assets.
Modi government might ease restrictions on investments by China
India is considering a major policy shift in its approach toward foreign investment and government procurement, especially from China.
Modi government plans $1B relief package for footwear industry
The Indian government is said to be working on a $1 billion relief package for its beleaguered footwear industry.
Why China is miffed with India's EV incentive programs
China has sought the World Trade Organization's (WTO) intervention in a trade dispute with India.
'Burn house now...': France mocks US over Greenland takeover logic
France has issued a scathing response to the United States's plans to take control of Greenland, an autonomous territory of Denmark.
Amid India-Bangladesh tensions, Dhaka takes China envoy near Siliguri Corridor
Amid strained relations between New Delhi and Dhaka, the interim government led by Muhammad Yunus took Chinese Ambassador to Bangladesh Yao Wen near a Teesta project area, which is located close to the strategic Siliguri corridor or Chicken's Neck, on Monday.
EU mandating 'Made in Europe' label for green tech purchases
The European Union (EU) is preparing to introduce "made in Europe" requirements for public procurement of key green technologies.