An elderly woman in China spent her entire life savings on beauty treatments. She paid approximately Rs 4 ...More

An elderly woman in China spent her entire life savings on beauty treatments. She paid approximately Rs 4.3 crore for various procedures at one salon. Her daughter discovered the extensive spending after the woman ran out of money. The salon denied misleading the woman, citing her own requests. This case highlights concerns about marketing expensive treatments to vulnerable seniors. ...Less

Twenty-five people died after a cargo ship caught fire while docked for repairs. The Ocean Melody vessel, ...More

Twenty-five people died after a cargo ship caught fire while docked for repairs. The Ocean Melody vessel, sailing under a Liberian flag, experienced the blaze at Qingdao port. Forty-two individuals were aboard the ship, and twelve were safely evacuated from the incident. Five injured individuals were taken to the hospital and remain in stable condition. Chinese leaders issued instructions for urgent rescue operations for missing persons. ...Less

A flash flood in Tibet's Gyirong region impacted one of Sadhguru's Kailash groups. Seventy-seven individu ...More

A flash flood in Tibet's Gyirong region impacted one of Sadhguru's Kailash groups. Seventy-seven individuals were at an immigration center when the severe flooding occurred. Rescue operations are actively underway with volunteers assisting authorities in the area. Hundreds of other travelers, including many Indians, are also reported missing in Nepal. Sadhguru is personally present to ensure all possible assistance is provided. ...Less

A young Chinese woman in developed rhabdomyolysis after performing 200 squats she said were imposed by he ...More

A young Chinese woman in developed rhabdomyolysis after performing 200 squats she said were imposed by her manager for failing to meet daily work targets. Her creatine kinase level exceeded 16,000 U/L, but she avoided kidney failure after receiving treatment. She later resigned, sought compensation from the company and lodged a complaint with the labour inspection authorities. ...Less

China has developed hypersonic glide vehicles capable of launching air-to-air weapons. These advanced wea ...More

China has developed hypersonic glide vehicles capable of launching air-to-air weapons. These advanced weapons threaten high-value targets thousands of miles away. The US faces missile supply challenges after a recent conflict with Iran. China's missile arsenal has grown significantly, increasing its military capabilities. Such developments pose a serious threat to future US air operations. ...Less

China's manufacturing sector expanded at its slowest pace in four months during July. Output and new orde ...More

China's manufacturing sector expanded at its slowest pace in four months during July. Output and new orders rose more slowly, while export orders returned to growth. Firms added staff at the fastest pace since August 2023, and purchase stocks increased. Input price inflation slowed to a six-month low, and output prices remained flat. Leaders pledged fiscal spending to support the slowing economy for the remainder of the year. ...Less

China's commerce ministry will take necessary measures to protect its research institutions. The ministry ...More

China's commerce ministry will take necessary measures to protect its research institutions. The ministry firmly opposes the United States' recent sanctions list. Beijing urges the United States to stop baseless smearing and correct mistakes. Last week, the US Department of War added Chinese defense academies and universities. These institutions were placed on a list for problematic activities. ...Less

Apple's new AI service, Apple Intelligence, has officially been registered with China's cyberspace regula ...More

Apple's new AI service, Apple Intelligence, has officially been registered with China's cyberspace regulator. This move is crucial for the tech giant to launch its advanced AI features within the Chinese market, navigating the country's strict internet regulations and ensuring compliance before wider rollout. ...Less

Nvidia's stock plummeted by 18% in a week, entering a bear market. Despite strong earnings, concerns over ...More

Nvidia's stock plummeted by 18% in a week, entering a bear market. Despite strong earnings, concerns over profit margins and leaked AI chip sales to China have exacerbated the situation. Regulatory issues loom as Nvidia's GPUs are reportedly entering China through black market routes, prompting investigations. Investors are wary as shares dip below critical resistance levels. ...Less

China successfully tested a new rocket retrieval system using a net. This marks a significant step toward ...More

China successfully tested a new rocket retrieval system using a net. This marks a significant step towards developing reusable rockets for the nation. The Long March 10B rocket booster was recovered offshore after its flight. This advancement aims to reduce launch costs for commercial satellite constellations. China plans further booster reuse for upcoming missions by year-end. ...Less

Two Chinese scientists received China's highest science award for their significant contributions. Chen L ...More

Two Chinese scientists received China's highest science award for their significant contributions. Chen Liquan developed the nation's first lithium battery, powering electric vehicles. Ben De created advanced radar systems for fighter jets, enhancing defense capabilities. Their achievements highlight China's drive for technological self-sufficiency in key sectors. Both scientists continue their research, pushing innovation forward in their respective fields. ...Less

Analysts said the turbulence overseas does not bode well for India. ...More

Analysts said the turbulence overseas does not bode well for India. ...Less

Northern China is grappling with the aftermath of heavy rains, which have tragically claimed five lives d ...More

Northern China is grappling with the aftermath of heavy rains, which have tragically claimed five lives due to flash floods and drowning incidents. Meanwhile, Tropical Storm Maysak has brought significant disruption to the south, submerging vehicles and forcing evacuations as rivers overflowed. Residents in affected areas are describing the flooding as the most severe in two decades, highlighting the widespread impact of the extreme weather. ...Less

Suspects have been found storing tens of thousands of pornographic videos on online storage spaces, and s ...More

Suspects have been found storing tens of thousands of pornographic videos on online storage spaces, and selling these accounts on e-commerce platforms. ...Less

China is set to build up to 50 nuclear reactors at once. This move aims to boost nuclear power and reduce ...More

China is set to build up to 50 nuclear reactors at once. This move aims to boost nuclear power and reduce reliance on fossil fuels. The nation's nuclear technology is advancing rapidly. China currently operates 60 reactors and has many more under construction. By 2040, capacity is projected to reach 200 GW. ...Less

Tens of thousands of workers had fled the plant in central China in previous weeks and violent protests h ...More

Tens of thousands of workers had fled the plant in central China in previous weeks and violent protests had erupted over a COVID-19 lockdown and confusion over hiring bonuses. ...Less

"The euro was at the heart of the action, with two events defining its price action," said currency strat ...More

"The euro was at the heart of the action, with two events defining its price action," said currency strategist Elsa Lignos at RBC Capital Markets in London. ...Less

Japan's Nikkei saw a rise, closing 0.55% higher, buoyed by a rally in chip stocks following Nvidia's plan ...More

Japan's Nikkei saw a rise, closing 0.55% higher, buoyed by a rally in chip stocks following Nvidia's plan to resume AI chip sales in China. This offset initial caution surrounding U.S. price data and domestic election outcomes. Gains were led by Tokyo Electron and other chip-related companies, while investors await U.S. consumer price data and monitor the domestic political landscape. ...Less

Due to mistakes in translations, the plan, however, submitted by the Chinese team was rejected, state-run ...More

Due to mistakes in translations, the plan, however, submitted by the Chinese team was rejected, state-run China News Service quoted the China Economic Weekly as reporting. ...Less

The two ministers noted that there was an agreement between both sides in the last meeting of the MEA-led ...More

The two ministers noted that there was an agreement between both sides in the last meeting of the MEA-led WMCC on June 25 to hold another round of meeting of senior military commanders. ...Less

The dollar held steady on the yuan on Tuesday as markets digested a welter of policy statements out of Ch ...More

The dollar held steady on the yuan on Tuesday as markets digested a welter of policy statements out of China, while a rebound in Tokyo inflation seemed to take Japan a step closer to the end of negative interest rates. ...Less

India and China have still not resolved the boundary question, the external affairs ministry (MEA) noted ...More

India and China have still not resolved the boundary question, the external affairs ministry (MEA) noted in a statement. The new Chinese law passed on October 23 comes in the backdrop of an impasse along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Ladakh and recent transgressions by People's Liberation Army (PLA) along other sectors of LAC. ...Less

The Indian position has been for a “comprehensive de-escalation” of tensions in Eastern Ladakh that cropp ...More

The Indian position has been for a “comprehensive de-escalation” of tensions in Eastern Ladakh that cropped up in April last year after PLA moved close to 50,000 troops near the border and tried to breach the Line of Actual Control (LAC). ...Less

McCaul also said the Commerce Department, which oversees export controls, denied only 8 percent of licens ...More

McCaul also said the Commerce Department, which oversees export controls, denied only 8 percent of license requests to sell to those companies during the January to March period last year. ...Less

Ties between the two Asian giants deteriorated after a fatal border clash in the Galwan valley in June 20 ...More

Ties between the two Asian giants deteriorated after a fatal border clash in the Galwan valley in June 2020 left at least 20 Indian and four Chinese soldiers dead. ...Less

In what was first bilateral meet which did not focus on LAC stand-off since last April. Both sides discus ...More

In what was first bilateral meet which did not focus on LAC stand-off since last April. Both sides discussed a wide range of issues on the UNSC agenda. The Indian delegation briefed the Chinese side on India’s priorities during its UNSC tenure. ...Less

The United States should immediately halt all weapons sales to Taiwan, ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian tol ...More

The United States should immediately halt all weapons sales to Taiwan, ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian told a daily news briefing in Beijing, after a source said the White House was moving forward with three sales of advanced weaponry to Taiwan. ...Less

The decades under one-child rule led to under-reporting of female births, as well as a high rate of abort ...More

The decades under one-child rule led to under-reporting of female births, as well as a high rate of abortions of female foetuses, skewing the sex ratio. But the results were dramatic, with fertility rates falling from 5.9 births per woman in 1970 to about 1.6 in the late 1990s. ...Less

Rahul Gandhi, the leader of the opposition in the Lok Sabha, criticized the Modi government's "Make in In ...More

Rahul Gandhi, the leader of the opposition in the Lok Sabha, criticized the Modi government's "Make in India" initiative, claiming it has failed. He argued that China’s presence in Indian territory is due to India's weaker industrial system compared to China’s, which he believes emboldens China to encroach on Indian land. ...Less

In 2003, China became the third country to put a man in space with its own rocket after the former Soviet ...More

In 2003, China became the third country to put a man in space with its own rocket after the former Soviet Union and the United States. China has made space exploration a top priority in recent years as it tries to become a major space power by 2030. ...Less

Beijing imposed an unprecedented lockdown on tens of millions of people in Wuhan and the rest of Hubei pr ...More

Beijing imposed an unprecedented lockdown on tens of millions of people in Wuhan and the rest of Hubei province in late January in a bid to smother the virus, and the number of new domestic infections has dwindled for weeks. Relief has been tempered, however, by caution over new risks: rising numbers of infected people arriving from abroad. ...Less

India, China and South Africa fared 'relatively better' than other major economies during the first quart ...More

India, China and South Africa fared 'relatively better' than other major economies during the first quarter of 2021 even as global trade recovery from Covid-19 impact reached a new high, the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development said on Wednesday. ...Less

Countries like Russia, Iran and Kazakhstan need to get the investment, trade and in some cases diplomatic ...More

Countries like Russia, Iran and Kazakhstan need to get the investment, trade and in some cases diplomatic support they want from Beijing, while preserving some economic independence and pursuing foreign policy goals that at times conflict. The need to maintain this delicate balance is giving these countries sleepless nights. ...Less

Earlier an article in the Financial Times in July 2018 pointed out that 234 out of 1,674 Chinese-invested ...More

Earlier an article in the Financial Times in July 2018 pointed out that 234 out of 1,674 Chinese-invested infrastructure projects announced in 66 Belt and Road countries since 2013 have encountered difficulties. ...Less

China's military has issued guidelines to enhance management of its information with a directive to sever ...More

China's military has issued guidelines to enhance management of its information with a directive to severely crackdown on illegal online activities involving defence affairs. ...Less

The companies will have to set up financial holding companies if they meet requirements to do so, as Alib ...More

The companies will have to set up financial holding companies if they meet requirements to do so, as Alibaba's fintech affiliate Ant Group was recently forced to do, a move that tightens capital requirements. ...Less

India's relationship with China is right now going through a very difficult phase after Beijing violated ...More

India's relationship with China is right now going through a very difficult phase after Beijing violated agreements not to bring the military forces to the eastern Ladakh border. ...Less

China increased tariffs on U.S. imports to 125 per cent, hitting back against U.S. President Donald Trump ...More

China increased tariffs on U.S. imports to 125 per cent, hitting back against U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to hike duties on Chinese goods to 145 per cent. ...Less

China's exports saw a strong jump in May, rising 19.4 percent year-on-year. Imports also climbed signific ...More

China's exports saw a strong jump in May, rising 19.4 percent year-on-year. Imports also climbed significantly. Technology and auto shipments fueled this growth. Notably, exports to the US surged over 35 percent. Meanwhile, China's oil imports dropped to an eight-year low in May. ...Less

The structure will span the Brahmaputra River before the waterway leaves the Himalayas and flows into Ind ...More

The structure will span the Brahmaputra River before the waterway leaves the Himalayas and flows into India, straddling the world's longest and deepest canyon at an altitude of more than 1,500 metres. ...Less

Chinese officials are considering a record quota for special local government bonds this year and widenin ...More

Chinese officials are considering a record quota for special local government bonds this year and widening the budget deficit target as they ramp up support for the world's second-largest economy, according to people familiar with the matter. ...Less

China's current case count is far fewer than those of many other countries, but the growing number could ...More

China's current case count is far fewer than those of many other countries, but the growing number could complicate Beijing's "dynamic-clearance" ambition to suppress contagion as quickly as possible. ...Less

China has effectively snuffed out Covid-19, thanks to stringent border curbs, mass testing and a surveill ...More

China has effectively snuffed out Covid-19, thanks to stringent border curbs, mass testing and a surveillance network that allows infected people and their contacts to be tracked via mobile phone data. ...Less

On April 3, Taiwan Defence Ministry detected 30 Chinese military aircraft and nine navy vessels operating ...More

On April 3, Taiwan Defence Ministry detected 30 Chinese military aircraft and nine navy vessels operating around its nation between Tuesday 6 am and Wednesday 6 am, Taiwan Ministry of National Defence said. ...Less

Homebuyers in Qi county, a major garlic-producing region in central China's Henan province, can exchange ...More

Homebuyers in Qi county, a major garlic-producing region in central China's Henan province, can exchange their produce at three times the market price to settle part of their down payment. Accepting crops at inflated prices has allowed developers to offer steeper discounts on homes than permitted by local governments while tapping into an underserved market. ...Less

Chinese encroachments in Bhutan involves construction of three villages, 66 miles of linking roads, and a ...More

Chinese encroachments in Bhutan involves construction of three villages, 66 miles of linking roads, and at least five military or police outposts on land understood for centuries to be within Bhutan. ...Less

A 5.7-magnitude quake shook southwest China on Saturday on the border between the provinces of Yunnan and ...More

A 5.7-magnitude quake shook southwest China on Saturday on the border between the provinces of Yunnan and Sichuan, the US Geological Survey announced. ...Less

If the Chinese bribery allegations were true, such behaviour would be a potential violation of the US For ...More

If the Chinese bribery allegations were true, such behaviour would be a potential violation of the US Foreign Corrupt Practices Act. ...Less

Beijing's National Health Commission (NHC) pledged to "accelerate the increase in the vaccination rate fo ...More

Beijing's National Health Commission (NHC) pledged to "accelerate the increase in the vaccination rate for people over the age of 80, and continue to increase the vaccination rate for people aged 60-79", adding it would "establish a special working group... to make special arrangements for the vaccination of the elderly against Covid". ...Less

The outgoing WTO DDG from Asia was also a Chinese national. Beijing views these coveted posts as critical ...More

The outgoing WTO DDG from Asia was also a Chinese national. Beijing views these coveted posts as critical to seek equivalence with the US as a global power. ...Less

The relations between US and China have deteriorated in recent months, with Chinese President in March cr ...More

The relations between US and China have deteriorated in recent months, with Chinese President in March criticising the US for its strategy of “containment and suppression.” ...Less

"The overall epidemic situation in the country has entered a low level, and the epidemic situation in var ...More

"The overall epidemic situation in the country has entered a low level, and the epidemic situation in various places has maintained a steady downward trend," National Health Commission spokesperson Mi Feng told a media briefing on Monday . ...Less

The problems in the province come as Chinese media reported on Monday that the country's first case of th ...More

The problems in the province come as Chinese media reported on Monday that the country's first case of the fast-spreading Omicron variant had been identified in the northern port city of Tianjin. ...Less

The troubles of China Evergrande Group, the world's most indebted developer, have reverberated throughout ...More

The troubles of China Evergrande Group, the world's most indebted developer, have reverberated throughout China's real estate sector, sparking offshore defaults, credit rating downgrades and sell-offs in some developers' shares and bonds in recent weeks. ...Less

The external affairs minister said both sides discussed their respective approaches and perspectives and ...More

The external affairs minister said both sides discussed their respective approaches and perspectives and agreed that diplomacy and dialogue must be the priority. ...Less

General Kenneth Wilsbach, the head of US Pacific Air Forces, noted that China had aligned itself with Rus ...More

General Kenneth Wilsbach, the head of US Pacific Air Forces, noted that China had aligned itself with Russia in the crisis, raising questions about own intentions in Asia. ...Less

President Xi Jinping warned the public on the seventh day, January 20. ...More

President Xi Jinping warned the public on the seventh day, January 20. ...Less

A Daily Telegraph report on Tuesday quoted Nepalese politicians as saying China has annexed more than 150 ...More

A Daily Telegraph report on Tuesday quoted Nepalese politicians as saying China has annexed more than 150 hectares from the tiny Himalayan nation bordering Tibet. ...Less

The GoM on manufacturing has even suggested formulating a model ‘Time-Bound Clearances Act’ for permissio ...More

The GoM on manufacturing has even suggested formulating a model ‘Time-Bound Clearances Act’ for permissions to set up investment projects in a state, besides speedier land acquisition, titling and registration processes for businesses looking to relocate from China. ...Less

Taiwan, which China claims as its own territory despite the island's rejection, has been wary of efforts ...More

Taiwan, which China claims as its own territory despite the island's rejection, has been wary of efforts by Beijing to ramp up pressure on Taipei following last month's election of Lai Ching-te as president, a man Beijing considers a dangerous separatist. ...Less

Availability of many goods in Shanghai has been strained by clogged logistics into the city and the lack ...More

Availability of many goods in Shanghai has been strained by clogged logistics into the city and the lack of couriers to deliver supplies to locals barred from leaving their homes. The city’s sweeping restrictions on movement, aimed at stymieing the spread of the highly infectious Omicron variant, are now entering their third week. ...Less

Everyone in Shenzhen, a finance and technology center that abuts Hong Kong, will undergo three rounds of ...More

Everyone in Shenzhen, a finance and technology center that abuts Hong Kong, will undergo three rounds of testing after 60 new cases were reported Sunday. All businesses except those that supply food, fuel and other necessities were ordered to close or work from home. ...Less

The big projects under the project are having problems raising the required funds and the completed proje ...More

The big projects under the project are having problems raising the required funds and the completed projects are being shut down, a media portal reported, adding that the government of Pakistan has now also abolished the CPEC authority, which was set up for smooth and rapid development. ...Less

Western allies are increasingly engaging China as U.S.-China tensions continue, signaling a shift in glob ...More

Western allies are increasingly engaging China as U.S.-China tensions continue, signaling a shift in global diplomacy. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney secured a trade deal lowering tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles and boosting Canadian farm exports. U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer visited Beijing to restore ties, while German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo are also engaging China in trade, climate, and strategic talks. ...Less

Chinese actor Yu Menglong died in Beijing after reportedly falling from a building. Audio recordings surf ...More

Chinese actor Yu Menglong died in Beijing after reportedly falling from a building. Audio recordings surfaced, alleging a USB drive retrieval from his body. This case recalls Qiao Renliang's 2016 death. Both actors shared an agency and a legal firm. Actress Song Yiren reportedly linked them to wealthy circles. Conspiracy theories surround their deaths. Depression was a factor in Qiao's demise. ...Less

US-China relations: Pentagon's update on Monday comes months after it briefly released -- then withdrew - ...More

US-China relations: Pentagon's update on Monday comes months after it briefly released -- then withdrew -- an earlier version of the list without explanation. ...Less

The Congress has accused the Narendra Modi government of adopting a "callous attitude" towards national s ...More

The Congress has accused the Narendra Modi government of adopting a "callous attitude" towards national security, viewing it solely for electoral advantage and the prime minister's "self-aggrandisement." Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh alleged that Army Chief General Manoj Pande's remarks, such as continuing talks with China, and the continued threat of cross-border terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir, highlight the government's disregard for national security and its impact on the country. ...Less

China's cigarette consumption has surged by 39% between 2003 and 2023, contrasting with a global decline. ...More

China's cigarette consumption has surged by 39% between 2003 and 2023, contrasting with a global decline. Despite fewer young smokers, low prices and steady sales contribute to the nation consuming nearly half of the world's cigarettes annually. This escalating tobacco epidemic poses a significant public health threat. ...Less

China's top diplomat Li Jiming also said that India and China can closely work together to resolve any ec ...More

China's top diplomat Li Jiming also said that India and China can closely work together to resolve any economic, geopolitical and other issues in this region and beyond. ...Less

China will ban new steel, coking, oil refining, cement and glass projects in key zones, the government sa ...More

China will ban new steel, coking, oil refining, cement and glass projects in key zones, the government said on Friday ...Less

China accounts for about a quarter of global aircraft imports and its dealings with Boeing have become mi ...More

China accounts for about a quarter of global aircraft imports and its dealings with Boeing have become mired in geopolitical and trade tensions with Washington. ...Less

Taiwan lives under the constant threat of invasion by China, which sees the self-ruled, democratic island ...More

Taiwan lives under the constant threat of invasion by China, which sees the self-ruled, democratic island as part of its territory to eventually be reclaimed, by force if necessary. ...Less

That the Chinese government muzzled scientists, hindered international investigations and censored online ...More

That the Chinese government muzzled scientists, hindered international investigations and censored online discussion of the pandemic is well documented. But Beijing's stranglehold on information goes far deeper than even many pandemic researchers are aware of. ...Less

The Washington-based lender, in a report released on Tuesday, said it expected China's economy to grow 2. ...More

The Washington-based lender, in a report released on Tuesday, said it expected China's economy to grow 2.7% in 2022, before recovering to 4.3% in 2023 as it reopens following the worst of the pandemic. The bank's expected expansion for 2022 would be well below the official target of around 5.5%. In September, the World Bank forecast China's growth at 2.8% this year and 4.5% next year. ...Less

China is processing the list of hundreds of Indian students wanting to return to the country to re-join t ...More

China is processing the list of hundreds of Indian students wanting to return to the country to re-join their colleges. Over 23,000 Indian students, mostly studying medicine, are reportedly stranded back home due to the COVID-19 visa restrictions. India has submitted a list of several hundred students after China sought the names of those wanting to return immediately to pursue their studies. ...Less

"Began my day in Bali by meeting FM Wang Yi of China. Discussion lasted one hour. Focused on specific out ...More

"Began my day in Bali by meeting FM Wang Yi of China. Discussion lasted one hour. Focused on specific outstanding issues in our bilateral relationship pertaining to the border situation. Also spoke about other matters including students and flights," Jaishankar tweeted. ...Less

Beijing has made no secret of its displeasure with the report, which was released minutes before former U ...More

Beijing has made no secret of its displeasure with the report, which was released minutes before former UN human rights chief Michelle Bachelet left office last week, and warned of possible crimes against humanity in the far-western Xinjiang region. The report brought the UN seal to allegations long made by campaigners and others, who accuse Beijing of a litany of abuses in Xinjiang. ...Less

Modern Land (China) Co Ltd said in a filing that it had not repaid principal and interest on its 12.85% s ...More

Modern Land (China) Co Ltd said in a filing that it had not repaid principal and interest on its 12.85% senior notes that matured on Monday due to "unexpected liquidity issues". ...Less

It is explained to them that Russia is not at fault and all the faults lie with the US, NATO and Ukraine. ...More

It is explained to them that Russia is not at fault and all the faults lie with the US, NATO and Ukraine. Chinese Twitter accounts have noted that these meetings are not only mandatory for university teachers but also for high school and middle school teachers. ...Less

"China has provided Russia with political support, including by spreading blatant lies and misinformation ...More

"China has provided Russia with political support, including by spreading blatant lies and misinformation," NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg told a news conference. ...Less

The main focus of the talks is expected to be the completion of the stalled disengagement process in the ...More

The main focus of the talks is expected to be the completion of the stalled disengagement process in the Hot Springs (Patrolling Point-15) areas. ...Less

Chinese Ministry of Defence spokesperson in a press conference on Mar 24 on Ukraine reiterated that -- Th ...More

Chinese Ministry of Defence spokesperson in a press conference on Mar 24 on Ukraine reiterated that -- The US has repeatedly spread rumours against China on Ukraine; China did not know of Russia’s plans in advance; US owes a clarification on biological military activities in Ukraine; China providing military aid to Russia is false information; Taiwan is not Ukraine, and using Taiwan to control China is doomed to fail. ...Less

Having invested almost Rs 1,000 crore in the Indian market so far, the company is looking to invest over ...More

Having invested almost Rs 1,000 crore in the Indian market so far, the company is looking to invest over Rs 1,000 crore more over the next five years. The funds will go toward increasing its manufacturing capacity and localisation levels from an average of about 35% now, Garg said. ...Less

China is now giving millions of shots a day and a top government doctor, Zhong Nanshan, has announced a g ...More

China is now giving millions of shots a day and a top government doctor, Zhong Nanshan, has announced a goal of vaccinating 560 million of the country's 1.4 billion people by mid-June. ...Less

The researchers, including those from the Jiangsu Provincial Center for Disease Control and Prevention in ...More

The researchers, including those from the Jiangsu Provincial Center for Disease Control and Prevention in China, also found the optimum dose to generate the highest antibody responses, while taking account of side effects and production capacity. ...Less

In its petition to the UN, Australia said it rejected China’s “historical claims” in the South China Sea ...More

In its petition to the UN, Australia said it rejected China’s “historical claims” in the South China Sea region because they violate international law and the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea. This comes after the US lambasted Chinese claims in the region, which is the world’s busiest shipping route. ...Less

While Washington has built a diplomacy strategy dependent on coalitions of mostly rich allies, Beijing is ...More

While Washington has built a diplomacy strategy dependent on coalitions of mostly rich allies, Beijing is doing the opposite, wooing developing nations that make up the majority of the world’s population using aid, trade and investments. ...Less

Chinese football teams have previously undergone similar training, which is largely performative and part ...More

Chinese football teams have previously undergone similar training, which is largely performative and part of a wider campaign to promote Communist Party values. ...Less

In view of the outbreak in parts of China, a number of states in India have advised caution and issued ad ...More

In view of the outbreak in parts of China, a number of states in India have advised caution and issued advisories. ...Less

In recent years, it has built itself up through wider recruitment, including of American citizens. The ag ...More

In recent years, it has built itself up through wider recruitment, including of American citizens. The agency has also sharpened itself through better training, a bigger budget and the use of advanced technologies to try to fulfill the goal of Xi Jinping, China's leader, for the nation to rival the United States as the world's preeminent economic and military power. ...Less

China produces 97 per cent of America's imported baby carriages, 96 per cent of its artificial flowers an ...More

China produces 97 per cent of America's imported baby carriages, 96 per cent of its artificial flowers and umbrellas, 95 per cent of its fireworks, 93 per cent of its children's colouring books and 90 per cent of its combs ...Less

China's race to stop the spread of Covid-19 has jammed highways and ports, stranded workers and left coun ...More

China's race to stop the spread of Covid-19 has jammed highways and ports, stranded workers and left countless factories awaiting government approval to reopen - disruptions that are rippling through global supply chains. ...Less

With $7.7 billion in dollar bonds, Sunac is the fourth-largest issuer among Chinese developers, according ...More

With $7.7 billion in dollar bonds, Sunac is the fourth-largest issuer among Chinese developers, according to data from Duration Finance. ...Less

Chinese policymakers are expected to enhance measures to achieve the challenging 2024 growth target, focu ...More

Chinese policymakers are expected to enhance measures to achieve the challenging 2024 growth target, focusing on boosting demand to counter deflationary pressures. August data showed a broad economic slowdown, prompting expectations for more stimulus. President Xi Jinping has urged authorities to meet the around 5% GDP growth target. ...Less

Such reductions in the reserve requirement ratio (RRR) will help underpin the economy, especially small f ...More

Such reductions in the reserve requirement ratio (RRR) will help underpin the economy, especially small firms, the cabinet said, taking investors by surprise as most had bet on a gradual tightening of policy. ...Less

China is using its official media and various initiatives to promote its soft power in the South Caucasus ...More

China is using its official media and various initiatives to promote its soft power in the South Caucasus region. CGTN, a channel of the China Media Group, is presenting news and innovations related to China through social media platforms in Azerbaijani, Georgian, and Armenian languages. Confucius Institutes and the Chinese Embassy in Azerbaijan are actively promoting Chinese culture and language among students. ...Less

Varyag was to be an Admiral Kuznetsov class multi-role aircraft carrier in the Soviet Navy. She was known ...More

Varyag was to be an Admiral Kuznetsov class multi-role aircraft carrier in the Soviet Navy. She was known as Riga when her keel was laid in Nikolayev on December 6, 1985. Launched on December 4, 1988, she was renamed Varyag (Varangian) in late 1990, after the famous 19th century namesake former Soviet cruiser. ...Less

Yang said elements like geography, the economy and defence will be evaluated and considered for building ...More

Yang said elements like geography, the economy and defence will be evaluated and considered for building the aircraft carrier's base. ...Less

There is no doubt that India, in some measure or the other, will always have a role to play in any global ...More

There is no doubt that India, in some measure or the other, will always have a role to play in any global counter to China. But it’s the comeback script that will, in today’s backdrop, condition its global reliability and, by extension, its credibility. ...Less