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China reacted to Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s landslide midterm victory, citing structural and ideological trends. Beijing emphasized adherence to bilateral agreements, criticized Takaichi’s Taiwan remarks, and highlighted ongoing diplomatic tensions, including travel advisories and trade restrictions on Japanese goods.

The India-US trade deal is expected to help stabilise the rupee, narrow the current account deficit and boost foreign direct investment, according to a report. Improved market access and tariff certainty could support exports, manufacturing investment and medium-term economic growth

China has criticised the Grammy Award given to the Dalai Lama, warning against its use for what it calls anti-China activities. The Tibetan spiritual leader won the award for a spoken-word album and responded by emphasising peace, compassion and shared human responsibility.

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer begins a landmark China visit seeking economic gains and warmer ties with Beijing amid strained US relations. The trip aims to boost trade and investment but risks criticism over security, human rights and potential fallout with Washington

China investigates top generals Zhang Youxia and Liu Zhenli for corruption and challenging party control, reinforcing Xi Jinping’s absolute leadership over the military and anti-graft campaign

At least seven people, including a Chinese national, were killed in a suicide bombing at a restaurant in Kabul’s Shahr-e-Naw district. The Islamic State claimed responsibility, citing retaliation against China’s treatment of Uyghur Muslims, while investigations continue

Washington: India is increasingly hedging rather than aligning firmly with the United States as China deepens its global trade footprint and confidence in US leadership weakens, CNN host Fareed Zakaria said, pointing to data and opinion polls that show a broader global recalibration. Speaking on Fareed Zakaria GPS, Zakaria said the shift was not about […]

Rahul Gandhi’s remarks on India’s industrial growth and reliance on Chinese imports sparked a political clash, with BJP leaders accusing him of undermining national interests, while Congress defenders say he emphasized strengthening domestic manufacturing to boost economic progress 

Sri Lanka’s Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath met Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi to discuss recovery efforts after Cyclone Ditwah, which killed over 600 people. China is among several countries assisting Sri Lanka’s reconstruction and rehabilitation process.

The Indian Consulate in Shanghai celebrated Vishwa Hindi Divas with students and teachers from major Chinese universities. The event highlighted Hindi’s global importance and featured cultural performances, reflecting growing interest in the language in China.

US President Donald Trump said Washington may act to secure Greenland if necessary, warning that failure could allow China or Russia to gain a strategic foothold, while stressing US security interests outweigh historical claims.

The Philippine President’s visit marks a shift from symbolic engagement to substantive strategic cooperation amid changing Indo-Pacific geopolitics

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met Cambodian and Thai counterparts in Yunnan to mediate a border dispute. The talks followed a fresh ceasefire, aiming to stabilize the region and strengthen China’s role as a regional diplomatic mediator

Delhi Police busted a fake premium mobile phone racket in Karol Bagh, arresting four men and recovering 512 counterfeit phones, fake IMEI stickers, and spare parts. The accused imported components from China, assembled the phones, and sold them as genuine units

Deeper partnerships can help India mitigate geopolitical risks in the Indo-Pacific and reduce dependence on China

Dust storms in northern China, largely originating from Mongolia, highlight regional desertification and climate challenges. China is exporting anti-desertification expertise, including tree-planting and land management techniques, to Mongolia, balancing cooperation with local nomadic traditions and rising environmental diplomacy

 China welcomed Vladimir Putin’s India visit, stressing that China, Russia and India are key Global South partners whose cooperation supports regional and global stability. Beijing signalled readiness to deepen ties with both countries, noting Putin’s praise for India-China relations and expanding India-Russia economic engagement 

Foxconn’s Henyang plant closure exposed the fragility of China’s industrial economy, leaving 30,000 workers displaced and commercial districts deserted. Rising costs, erratic regulations, and the US-China trade war accelerated Apple and multinational firms’ relocation to India, Vietnam, Japan, and Australia.

As nations scramble for lithium, cobalt, and rare earths, India must build its own 'Mineral Manhattan Project' to secure its clean-energy future

India has entered the “major power” category in the Asia Power Index 2025, driven by economic growth and improving military capability. However, significant gaps remain between India’s potential and its actual influence, particularly in diplomatic relationships and defence networks