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India’s new envoy Vikram Doraiswami arrived in Shanghai to assume his role as ambassador to China, amid efforts to normalise ties following the Ladakh standoff and revive bilateral engagement across sectors

China will send two giant pandas, Ping Ping and Fu Shuang, to Zoo Atlanta under a 10-year conservation deal. The move strengthens US–China “panda diplomacy” amid strained ties and upcoming high-level political engagement

Hong Kong court convicted pro democracy media tycoon Jimmy Lai under the national security law for collusion with foreign forces and sedition. The landmark verdict could see the Apple Daily founder jailed for life, raising concerns over press freedom

Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un met in Beijing for bilateral talks after attending a WWII anniversary parade. Kim reaffirmed North Korea’s support for Russia, calling it a “fraternal duty,” amid ongoing military cooperation

China held a historic military parade in Beijing, unveiling advanced weapons like hypersonic missiles and electronic warfare systems. Marking WWII's 80th anniversary, President Xi emphasized peace and modernization, with global leaders attending amid rising geopolitical tensions and military posturing

  Chinese President Xi Jinping welcomed Russian President Vladimir Putin as an “old friend” in Beijing amid strengthened ties and shared opposition to U.S. influence. Their talks follow a regional summit and precede China’s military parade marking WWII’s end

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un will make his multilateral diplomatic debut by attending a military parade in Beijing with Presidents Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin. The visit underscores Pyongyang’s alignment with Moscow and Beijing while signaling cautious positioning vis-à-vis the US and South Korea.

Beijing and Guangdong face severe flooding as heavy rains continue. Beijing issued a red alert for rainstorms, with over 200 mm expected in some areas. Guangdong also saw road collapses and evacuations. Authorities have raised emergency response levels across regions

The collaboration positions both countries to better compete against China’s growing dominance in quantum technology

India started strong at the Para Powerlifting World Cup in Beijing, securing four medals on the opening day through standout performances by Gulfam Ahmed, Ramubhai Bambhava, and veteran Joby Mathew

China had the single largest share of debt to Pakistan with 22 per cent share (about USD 28.786bn), followed by the World Bank's 18 per cent share (USD 23.55bn) and the Asian Development Bank's 15 per cent share (USD 19.63bn)

Chinese disease control experts urge public on multiple occasions how to take science-based protective steps

Quake also rattles Nepal and damaged buildings; several places in Bihar too jolted, but there was no loss of life nor any damage to property

The sinking of China's first Zhou-class submarine represents a setback for Beijing as it continues to build out the world's largest navy

ICBM carried dummy warhead, and fell into designated area of the sea, says defence ministry

Top admiral's remarks come amid spike in hostilities between Beijing and Manila in disputed waters

Chinese policymakers repeatedly warned that the government needs to step up disaster preparations as severe weather becomes more common

Leaders call on Beijing, a permanent member of the UNSC with a particular responsibility to uphold the purposes and principles of the UN Charter

China has threatened to hunt down and execute 'hardcore' Taiwan independence supporters following the election of Lai Ching-te as President

Beijing could enforce full or partial quarantine of Taiwan, potentially cutting off access to its ports and essential supplies, such as energy, for the island's 23 million people