A leaked Pentagon draft reveals China has likely armed over 100 ICBMs in new silos. US warns of the fastest nuclear expansion, with Beijing rejecting arms race charges. Read the full analysis.
China is aggressively building a 'low-altitude economy' with drones and flying cars, aiming for a $208bn industry by year-end. EHang leads with commercial passenger flights, while Meituan scales drone deliveries.
China introduces a digital visa application system for Indian travellers, simplifying the process and reducing in-person visits. Learn about the new steps, fees, and what it means for India-China ties.
Indian passport holders can now apply for Chinese visas digitally via a new online system, reducing consulate visits to one for biometrics. The move signals a step in normalising bilateral ties.
India is close to signing major defense export deals worth over Rs 4,000 crore to supply BrahMos missiles to Vietnam and Indonesia, boosting its strategic ties in the Indo-Pacific. Read more.
China officially launches its online visa application system in India today, simplifying the process for tourists, business travelers, and students. Learn how to apply and what it means for India-China travel.
Karnataka's GI-tagged lemon, famed for thin rind & high juice, exported to Oman. First shipment of 3 tonnes sent after India-Oman free trade agreement. Read more.
India launches a ₹7,280-crore subsidy scheme to build domestic rare earth magnet plants, reducing reliance on China. Learn how the incentives work and its impact on defence, EVs, and renewables.
The US has started a formal review to potentially allow Nvidia to sell its H200 AI chips to China, marking a policy shift. Critics warn it could boost China's military AI.
Patna High Court directs Bihar govt to detail infrastructure for mango, litchi exports. Agriculture officials must submit export data. Next hearing on January 29. #Bihar #Horticulture
US President Donald Trump has added seven new countries to his controversial travel ban list. Find out which nations are affected and what it means for global travel.
The Trump administration doubles its travel restrictions, adding 20 countries and Palestinian Authority documents. Critics call it a discriminatory move disguised as national security. Details inside.
Gujarat government imposes a complete ban on the sale and storage of rolling papers and cones, citing severe health risks and youth drug abuse. Violators to face legal action under BNS.
German offshore wind firms explore India as an alternative source for rare earth magnets, crucial for turbines, to reduce dependence on China. India's manufacturing push could meet global demand.
China announces full coverage for childbirth expenses by 2026 to tackle its declining population. Learn how this policy aims to incentivise young couples and address demographic challenges.
AMD CEO Lisa Su confirms the company will pay a 15% US tax to resume shipping its MI308 AI chips to China, following a similar deal with Nvidia. Explore the impact on tech trade.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang surprised by Donald Trump's listening skills & practical policy approach during high-stakes AI chip export talks. Read the full details.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's lobbying pays off as US lawmakers exclude the GAIN AI Act from defense bill. The proposed law would have forced chipmakers to prioritise US customers over China. Read the full story.
India's EV ambitions face a supply chain crisis, relying 100% on imports for crucial rare earth magnets. Learn about the hurdles and the strategic path to self-reliance.
Union Minister Jitin Prasada announces Dakshina Kannada as a District Export Hub. The DEH initiative targets local export barriers in logistics and warehousing. Read more.
An Iraqi trading company accuses a Gondal couple of cheating it of Rs 1.63 crore in a groundnut and sesame export deal. Legal action initiated. Read the full details of the alleged fraud.
Despite US export controls, China accesses restricted Nvidia AI chips via Malaysian data centers and smuggling networks. Explore the complex grey market and its global implications.
Chinese magnet makers are tweaking formulas and embedding products in motors to legally bypass Beijing's export restrictions, maintaining crucial supplies to Western industries. Discover the strategies and geopolitical tensions.
New EU Chamber survey reveals Chinese export controls force European firms to rethink operations, with one facing €250M+ costs. A third plan to shift sourcing away from China. Read the full impact analysis.
A Chinese university student's expulsion over political comments raises serious concerns about academic freedom and censorship in China's education system. Read the full investigation.
Indian government approves massive incentive scheme to establish domestic rare earth magnet manufacturing capacity, aiming to end China's 90% global stranglehold by 2027-28. Read how this impacts auto, defense sectors.
US Pentagon seeks to add Alibaba, Baidu and BYD to China military companies list, escalating trade tensions. Learn about the timing and potential consequences of this move.
Chinese regulators prohibit ByteDance from using Nvidia chips in new data centres as Beijing accelerates push for domestic AI chip ecosystem amid US trade tensions.
China's export controls on minerals vital for semiconductors and green tech expose Western supply chain vulnerabilities. Discover why diversification is slow and what it means for the energy transition.
Air India announces the resumption of flights to China after nearly six years, marking a significant step in bilateral relations following PM Modi's recent visit. Read more about this aviation milestone.