China

'Rare' genome found in Covid-19 was made in Chinese lab, say US experts

According to two US experts, 'rare' genomic sequencing virtually probably confirms Covid was created in a Chinese lab on purpose.

Jun 7, 2021

Wuhan lab's dark secrets exposed; lab-leak theories gain prominence [details]

A group of amateur sleuths known as 'DRASTIC' claims to have found the Wuhan Institute of Virology's dark secrets despite having little resources (WIV). It has set a mission for itself to discover more about the roots of SARS. The CoV-2 virus.

Jun 4, 2021

China announces three child policy as birth rate falls drastically [details]

The census, which was issued in May 2021, revealed that roughly 12 million babies were born last year, down from 18 million in 2016 and the lowest number of births since the 1960s.

May 31, 2021

Wuhan Leak: Facebook to no longer remove claims that Covid-19 was lab made

Facebook will no longer delete assertions that Covid-19 is man-made or created in a lab from its services. Joe Biden has urged intelligence services to look into the matter.

May 27, 2021

Xiaomi no more a Chinese military company, rules US court

After the US government delisted Xiaomi as a "Communist Chinese military company," the Department of Defense officially vacated Xiaomi's designation, removing all restrictions on its citizens purchasing or holding the company's securities.

May 26, 2021

Lab escape from Wuhan can explain coronavirus more easily

According to Atomic Scientist Wade, Wuhan is home to China's leading centre of coronavirus science, where researchers were genetically engineering bat coronaviruses to invade human cells.

May 21, 2021

China succeeds in first Mars landing of its Rover

The China National Space Administration (CNSA) announced that Tianwen, China's first Mars rover, has landed on Mars. President Xi Jinping has also expressed his congratulations to everyone.

May 15, 2021

Not the Script, China the Reason Why Aamir Khan Walked Out of Vikram Vedha Remake

The Hindi version of Vikram Vedha has will star Hrithik Roshan, who replaced Aamir Khan, and Saif Ali Khan.

Apr 14, 2021

21 Miners Trapped After Coal Mine Accident In China: Report

The accident occurred on Saturday evening when 29 miners were working at the mine in Hutubi county, in the Changji Hui autonomous prefecture, the report said.

Apr 11, 2021

Hazardous Sandstorm Blankets Beijing, Second In Two Weeks

The Chinese capital Beijing woke on Sunday morning shrouded in thick dust carrying extremely high levels of hazardous particles, as a second sandstorm in two weeks hit the city due to winds from drought-hit Mongolia and northwestern China.

Mar 28, 2021

After China and EU, Japan to Issue Digital Vaccine Passport: Report

Japan is set to issue digital health certificates to citizens who have been vaccinated against COVID-19, joining China, the EU and other countries that have adopted similar measures aimed at opening up overseas travel, the Nikkei reported on Saturday.

Mar 28, 2021

Biden Says China Will Not Surpass U.S. As Global Leader Under His Watch

U.S. President Joe Biden on Thursday said he would prevent China from passing the United States to become the most powerful country in the world, vowing to invest heavily to ensure America prevails in the rivalry between the world's two largest economies.

Mar 26, 2021

PM Modi meets US Defence Secy, stresses commitment to partnership

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has met with US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin and stressed the commitment to the strategic partnership between the two countries amid rising tensions in the region and around the world with China.

Mar 20, 2021

Top American, Chinese Diplomats Clash Publicly At Start of First Talks of Biden Presidency

US had been looking for a change in behavior from China which had earlier this year expressed hope for a reset to sour relations.

Mar 19, 2021

Alibaba plans to raise $20 billion in a blockbuster Hong Kong listing

China Asks Alibaba To Dispose Of Media Assets: Report

Discussions over the matter have been held since early this year, the report said, adding that officials were shocked at how expansive Alibaba's media interests have become.

Mar 16, 2021

China eases visa rules for recipients of its vaccines

China said on Monday it will simplify visa applications for foreign nationals who have been inoculated with Chinese-made COVID-19 vaccines, its latest small step towards normalising international travel.

Mar 16, 2021

Quad summit 2021: From vaccines to rare metals; here's what's on agenda

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, US President Joe Biden, Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison and Japan Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga will come together for the first today for QUAD Summit.

Mar 12, 2021

China to continue working with WHO on COVID origin; claims it was transparent

China is willing to continue working with the World Health Organization (WHO) on tracing the origin of Covid-19, Chinese Premier Li Keqiang said on Thursday.

Mar 11, 2021

India plans to procure 30 armed drones worth $3B | Details inside

India plans to ink a major defence deal with the US to procure 30 armed drones worth $3 billion (approximately Rs 22,000 crore) to enhance military capabilities, sources said. As per plans, India will be acquiring 30 MQ-9 Reaper -- 10 each for the three services.

Mar 10, 2021

China talks peace, partnership, prosperity with India | Details inside

China on Sunday talked peace, partnership and prosperity with India, insisting that it is committed to settling the boundary dispute with New Delhi through dialogue and consultations.

Mar 7, 2021