For the very first time since making landmark climate neutrality commitments in 2020, China did not permit any new coal-based steelmaking projects in the first half of the year, according to a report released Thursday.

China's steel revolution: pioneering decarbonisation for global impact

Six people were killed as record rains struck southwest China, state media reported Thursday, as the country endures a summer of extreme weather. Torrential downpours struck Dianjiang county, near the megacity of Chongqing, from Wednesday night to Thursday morning, state news agency Xinhua said, citing county officials.

Six dead in Southwest China after record rainfall: State media

The Chinese and Russians are collaborating on a new Silk Road in the Arctic. On the 6th of July, As India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi was preparing for his state visit to Russia, a train left Moscow for the Arctic. Did China leak the news of its departure to the media to dampen the mood around India-Russia summit?

Gravitas: China, Russia collaborate on a new Silk Road in the Arctic. What does it mean for India?

The Chinese government says it will investigate allegations that fuel tankers have been used to transport cooking oil after carrying toxic chemicals without being cleaned properly between loads. The controversy has spread online as social media users express concerns about potential food contamination.

Gravitas | China's cooking oil contamination scandal

To make a mark in the world of space science, China has now planned to strike an asteroid to deflect it by 2030, on the pretext of planetary defence. The scientists have said that the mission has a dual purpose - the asteroid will be impacted by one spacecraft and its partner will make observations of the space rock to understand more about the solar system and its formation.

China set to shoot projectile at asteroid in space by 2030. Will it threaten Earth?

China is at it again. After reports suggested that the Indian government was planning to spend $1 billion on the construction of hydropower stations in the northeastern state of Arunachal Pradesh, China’s Foreign Ministry responded on Wednesday saying that India has no right to carry out development in the area. Why does China feel it has the right to comment on India's affairs? What right does it have over what India does in its territory? Why is China poking its nose in Arunachal Pradesh?

Gravitas | Why is China Poking Its Nose in Arunachal? Beijing Calls Development in State 'Illegal'

Reports say that The Philippines wants more Brahmos missile batteries from India. The supersonic cruise missiles that have been delivered by India to Manila , has been touted as a gamechanger by the country as it faces maritime security threat from China.

Gravitas | The Philippines Want More Brahmos From India | Big Boost for India's Defence Export

Headlines of the hour: - Ukraine's path to NATO 'irreversible' - China warns NATO over Russia ties - Spain rejects Gaza 'double standards' - US to send 500-pound bombs to Israel? - Baghdadi's widow sentenced to death - Democrats pile pressure on Biden - Taiwan: Surge in Chinese air force activity

US to send 500 pound bombs to Israel? | Baghdadi's widow sentenced to death

Taiwan's defence ministry said Thursday (July 11) it had detected 66 Chinese military aircraft around the island in a 24-hour window, a record-high this year, a day after Beijing reportedly conducted military exercises in nearby waters.

Taiwan tracks 66 Chinese military aircraft near its territory within a day

NATO leaders on Wednesday (Jul 10) labelled China a "decisive enabler" of Russia's war against Ukraine, accusing it of playing a key role in helping Moscow's assault.

China warns NATO against provoking confrontation after alliance labels it 'decisive enabler' of Russia's war

China and Taiwan tensions are soaring - Taiwan's Defence Ministry said that 37 Chinese aircraft were detected around the self-rules island of Taiwan on Wednesday.

Taiwan: 36 Chinese aircraft cross Taiwan strait, country says 'keeping watch on China's movements'

Chinese coast guard ships entered prohibited waters around Taiwan's frontline islands of Kinmen. The video of the incident was released by Taiwan’s coast guard. In response to the alleged intrusion of its waters. Taiwan dispatched four of its coast guard vessels to conduct one-on-one monitoring alongside the four Chinese ships.

China coast guard vessels entered waters near frontline islands, says Taiwan

NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg made a big statement during a press conference. He said that the 32 allies had collectively identified China as a decisive enabler of Russia’s war. Watch this video for all details.

NATO Summit 2024: NATO allies raise concern over China's role in Russia-Ukraine war

China dominates wind and solar buildout, surpassing the rest of the world combined by nearly double, according to a new study, published Thursday (Jul 11). China, the world's second-largest economy, is also the world's top emitter of greenhouse gases linked to climate change.

China nearly doubles world's wind and solar capacity: Report

The Chinese government has set up a high-level investigation team after allegations surfaced that fuel tankers were being used to transport cooking oil, without being cleaned properly in between.

Chinese companies transport cooking oil in toxic fuel trucks? Major scandal sparks investigation

Now, we look at the new trend where Russia's embrace of the Chinese Yuan is stalling. President Vladimir Putin's war economy, which has been fueled by the quick adoption of the Chinese Yuan in response to the diplomatic crisis surrounding Russia's invasion of Ukraine, may have reached a breaking point. This is according to a Bloomberg report.

Russia's embrace of Chinese Yuan stalls

#Gravitas | China's intimidation tactics in South China Sea continues. Beijing has deployed its “monster ship” named CCG-5901, near Sabina Shoal in the Spratly Islands. It falls under Philippines’ exclusive economic zone (EEZ).

China Anchors 'Monster' Ship Inside Philippines’ Exclusive Zone | Beijing-Manila Dispute | Gravitas

Chinese aircraft carrier the Shandong passed close to the northern Philippines on its way to drills in the Pacific, Taiwan's defence minister said on Wednesday, as Taipei reported dozens of warplanes joining the ship for exercises.

Chinese aircrafts headed to western pacific

Myanmar ethnic minority fighters said Wednesday they had seized a town along a key trade highway to China following days of clashes, in another blow to the military.

Myanmar-China showdown? Ethnic armed group claims control of highway town to China

The no Limits partnership between Russia and China may further manifest in the form of a new polar silk route. China and Russia are advancing plans to keep the Northeast passage open throughout the summer months enhancing their strategic and economic cooperation in the Arctic. Watch in for more details!

Russia & China plot for Polar Silk route, aim to commercialise arctic, resource extraction plans

Nepal heavy rainfall continues to wreak havoc in the Himalayan Nation. The death toll in Nepal has risen to 62 since the onset of the monsoon. Watch in for more detail!

Nepal: Storms trap over 130 people in China's Tibet border with Nepal

The proliferation of obscure Chinese brands on Amazon is reshaping the online shopping landscape. Run of the mill brands dominate search results, often offering low-cost alternatives to established names.

Amazon's junk brand invasion

China's new radar can track 10 hypersonic missiles travelling at the speed of Mach 20. Chinese scientists say the feat in unprecedented. Which country will China use this radar against?

Gravitas | All about China's new sci-fi radar for hypersonic missiles

Microsoft bans China-based employees from using Android devices for work, mandates switch to iPhones. Watch in for more details!

Report: Microsoft China bans Android, asks staff to shift to iPhones by September

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