China
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Why China's mega dam project on Brahmaputra is facing natural threat and raised alarms in Beijing
Explainers | Jul 10, 2026, 04:50 PM ISTA research conducted by a Chinese geologist team has suggest that the mega dam project on Tsangpo river, also called the Brahmaputra in India, has raised concerns in Beijing after it warned that the hydropower project sits on an 'active fault line', making it prone to natural disasters.
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India secures third spot in global airpower; IAF outranks China's PLAAF for fifth time since 2022
India | Jul 10, 2026, 04:20 PM ISTIndia has emerged as the world's third most powerful military aviation nation in WDMMA's 2026 Global Air Powers Rankings when assessed by country. The Indian Air Force ranks sixth among individual service branches and continues to stay ahead of China's PLAAF for the fifth time since 2022.
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'Cobras on the loose': 900 snakes escape in China amid floods; 1 killed, several bitten | WATCH
World | Jul 09, 2026, 09:51 PM ISTFloodwaters engulfed a snake breeding facility in Hengzhou after days of relentless rainfall, allowing hundreds of snakes to escape into nearby areas. Local reports said the escaped reptiles included highly venomous cobras, along with king ratsnakes and water snakes.
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Chinese man buys Rs 90,000 gym membership. Weeks later, he's asked to leave for smelling bad
offbeat | Jul 03, 2026, 01:22 PM ISTA gym in China's Hangzhou cancelled a man's three-year membership after receiving repeated complaints about his body odour. The member received a partial refund and an unexpected offer, sparking debate over whether the gym handled the situation fairly.
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How this Chinese app turns smartphones into 'kill switch' for e-rickshaws and how to prevent it?
India | Jul 03, 2026, 12:50 PM ISTDue to a lack of password protection or authentication mechanisms in some of these systems, anyone within bluetooth range can simply download the mobile application, connect to a nearby e-rickshaws, and immediately turn it off.
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Trump says he will not allow China to take control over Panama Canal, why it matters for US?
World | Jul 02, 2026, 06:48 AM ISTTrump's remarks referred to the US decision to transfer control of the canal under the 1977 Torrijos-Carter Treaties, a process that culminated with Panama assuming full control of the waterway in 1999.
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Why did Trump congratulate Xi Jinping after Supreme Court ruling on birthright citizenship?
World | Jul 01, 2026, 01:29 PM ISTTrump’s reference to Xi Jinping was aimed at the landmark 1898 ruling United States v Wong Kim Ark. The ruling became the legal foundation of American citizenship under the 14th Amendment.
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Indian Army denies reports of Chinese encroachment in Arunachal, calls them 'incorrect'
India | Jun 29, 2026, 10:02 PM ISTCiting the Nah tribal community, several media organisations claimed China's PLA have made encroachments in Arunachal Pradesh's Upper Subansiri district. However, the Indian Army have denied these reports, calling them 'incorrect'.
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Aircraft crashes into Beijing's tallest skyscraper, shocking video shows debris falling
World | Jun 26, 2026, 11:48 PM ISTA small aircraft crashed into Beijing's tallest building, China Zun, triggering a massive emergency response. Authorities are investigating the cause of the incident, while no casualties have been officially confirmed so far.
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China is developing mosquito-sized drones that could change warfare, covert ops forever | DETAILS
Explainers | Jun 16, 2026, 02:14 PM ISTChina's National University of Defence Technology (NUDT) has developed a mosquito-sized drone designed for covert military operations, particularly battlefield reconnaissance and intelligence gathering. The miniature unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) features a stick-like body with tiny wings.
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US-Iran war 2026: How China made Strait of Hormuz oil blockade obsolete
World | Jun 09, 2026, 06:19 PM ISTThe 2026 US-Iran war triggered a global oil shock, exposing the vulnerability of the Strait of Hormuz and pushing oil prices above USD 100 per barrel. While most countries faced energy panic, China relied on long-term planning, diversification, and energy sovereignty strategies to stay resilient.
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India deploys 12 warheads in big shift in nuclear weapons policy: Where do China and Russia stand?
India | Jun 09, 2026, 11:36 PM ISTThe SIPRI, in its latest report also stated a massive departure from decades of New Delhi's policy where nuclear warheads and delivery systems were kept in separate storage. This is the first time that India's arsenal has been classified as operationally deployed, rather than stockpiled, the report
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How a Chinese-origin missile may have helped Iran down a US F-15E Strike Eagle
World | May 30, 2026, 10:29 PM ISTA report has emerged that the Iranian forces had used a Chinese-made shoulder-launched missile to shoot down the F-15E Strike Eagle, a 4.5 generation aircraft, of the US military last month.
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Terrifying! White SUV swept into raging river after bridge suddenly collapses in China | Watch
Trending | May 27, 2026, 05:32 PM ISTAn eyewitness video from Xiaogan in China's Hubei province captured the dramatic moment a white SUV plunged into a fast-flowing river after a damaged bridge suddenly collapsed beneath it.
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At least 82 killed, several feared trapped in coal mine explosion in China, search ops underway
World | May 23, 2026, 12:41 PM ISTChinese President Xi Jinping has called for an all-out effort to rescue the missing and an investigation of the accident's cause while holding those responsible accountable, according to Xinhua.
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Army general disguised as waitress: Did China spy on Elon Musk, US officials during Trump's visit?
World | May 22, 2026, 06:19 PM ISTIndependent blogger Jennifer Zeng has alleged that China used disguised personnel to spy on the American delegation during Donald Trump’s Beijing visit, claiming a server seen behind Elon Musk at a state banquet was actually an Chinese military officer.
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Russian President Putin gets red carpet welcome in Beijing; holds talks with China's Xi Jinping
World | May 20, 2026, 10:23 AM ISTRussian President Vladimir Putin arrived in Beijing on Tuesday night on a two-day state visit for talks with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping, days after US leader Donald Trump travelled to China.
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Trump's advisers fear China could 'invade Taiwan in next five years': Report
World | May 17, 2026, 11:56 PM ISTAccording to a report by an American media outlet, US President Donald Trump's advisers fear that China could invade Taiwan within five years. The report stated the invasion could choke the AI power of American companies.
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After Trump, Putin to meet Xi Jinping during China visit on May 19-20
World | May 16, 2026, 03:36 PM ISTDuring the two-day trip, Putin and Xi are likely to hold detailed discussions on bilateral relations, regional security and international developments. The Russian President is also scheduled to meet Chinese Premier Li Qiang.
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Trump holds bilateral meeting with Jinping, says US-China going to have 'fantastic future' together
World | May 14, 2026, 08:48 AM ISTTrump's visit comes amid growing economic and geopolitical uncertainties arising from conflicts in West Asia and the subsequent global energy shock that has taken a toll, particularly in Asia.