PM Modi in Japan: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on a two-day visit to Japan to attend the 15th India-Japan Annual Summit. During his trip, PM Modi will meet Japanese leaders, industrialists, and the Indian community. The visit will also focus on enhancing regional and global peace, security, and sustainable development.


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Laos is bracing for economic challenges as a 40% US tariff is set to take effect, threatening job losses and a decline in market share, especially in key industries like agriculture, textiles and manufacturing. The country is already grappling with high inflation and severe labor shortages, and experts warn that the tariff hike could exacerbate these issues, potentially disrupting supply chains and affecting exports.



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China is set to showcase its latest advanced military weapons and technology at a large-scale parade, highlighting its growing defense capabilities.

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Democrats are criticizing President Trump’s decision to impose 50% tariffs on Indian goods, questioning why India was targeted instead of China. The move has sparked political backlash and concerns over U.S.-India trade relations.


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Russia and China have conducted a joint submarine drill, showcasing deepening military cooperation and strategic alignment. The exercise highlights both nations' growing naval capabilities amid rising global tensions and signals a united front against Western influence in key maritime regions.

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Prime Minister Modi is visiting Japan and China to strengthen economic and tech partnerships, attend the SCO Summit, and hold talks with Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin.


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What is the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO), and why is it gaining global attention? This in-depth package unpacks everything — from the group’s origin in the post-Cold War era, its five founding members, and its evolution into a major political, economic, and security alliance.

We also break down current expansion talks, India’s role, regional dynamics, and why the SCO is being seen as a counterweight to Western alliances like NATO.


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Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Japan and China from August 29 to September 1 for key diplomatic engagements. In Tokyo, he will hold talks with Japanese PM Shigeru Ishiba on Quad cooperation, economic security, and tech partnerships. In China, he will attend the SCO Summit, pushing for a strong stance against cross-border terrorism.

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China’s Belt and Road Initiative saw a record-breaking surge in the first half of 2025, with investments and construction contracts across 150 countries totaling $124 billion between January and June. This figure has already surpassed the $122 billion recorded for all of 2024, highlighting China’s growing global economic influence through infrastructure and development projects.

China’s belt & road investments surge in 2025

China’s exports to Africa are booming as U.S. tariffs drive African nations to look elsewhere. With countries like Nigeria, South Africa, and Egypt leading the charge, Chinese products — especially construction machinery — have seen massive growth. In just the first seven months of the year, construction equipment exports surged 63% year-on-year, highlighting China’s deepening trade ties with the continent amid shifting global economic dynamics.

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Philippines-Australia War Drills: Over 3,600 troops from the Philippines, Australia, the US, and Canada have launched the largest joint military exercise ever held on Philippine soil — and it’s happening just north of Manila, not far from the South China Sea.



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Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Japan and China from August 29 to September 1 for key diplomatic engagements. In Tokyo, he will hold talks with Japanese PM Shigeru Ishiba on Quad cooperation, economic security, and tech partnerships. In China, he will attend the SCO Summit, pushing for a strong stance against cross-border terrorism.


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Tensions flared as nine Panamanian lawmakers joined the Inter-Parliamentary Alliance on China (IPAC), a move supported by the US ambassador and sharply condemned by Beijing. China accused Washington of bullying and manipulating Latin American politics to contain Chinese influence. The war of words escalates with accusations over debt diplomacy, cyberattacks, and sovereignty. What does this mean for US-China relations in Latin America?

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Indian exports to the US Face a 50% tariff and remains one of the highest among America's major trading partners. India is now looking to diversify from over dependence on any single nation. Can China emerge as the leading option for India? What are the challenges, risks and opportunities for two of Asia's largest economies? Take a look at this next report to find out.


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Brazil is doubling down on its strategic partnership with China as tensions rise with the United States. Under President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, ties with Beijing are reaching historic highs, bolstered by trade, investment, and political alignment. With China reaffirming its support for Brazil’s sovereignty and ambitions in the Global South, both nations are signaling a growing axis of cooperation, especially as U.S. tariffs and political interference push Brazil to look eastward.

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China's Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge, a record-breaking 625-meter-tall suspension bridge in Guizhou Province, has successfully completed its final load test, paving the way for its public opening. The bridge, considered an "unprecedented engineering feat," withstood a massive 3,360-tonne load test from August 21 to 25.

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Indian exports to the US Face a 50% tariff and remains one of the highest among America's major trading partners. India is now looking to diversify from over dependence on any single nation. Can China emerge as the leading option for India? What are the challenges, risks and opportunities for two of Asia's largest economies? Take a look at this next report to find out.

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As Trump’s tariffs strain global trade ties, India is warming up to China to protect its economic interests. Analysts warn this shift could weaken U.S.-led alliances like the Quad and reshape the Asian trade landscape, signaling a potential pivot in regional power dynamics.

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World's Tallest Bridge: China to Unveil Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge | WION World DNA
China's Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge, a record-breaking 625-meter-tall suspension bridge in Guizhou Province, has successfully completed its final load test, paving the way for its public opening. The bridge, considered an "unprecedented engineering feat," withstood a massive 3,360-tonne load test from August 21 to 25.


World's Tallest Bridge: China to Unveil Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge | WION

US president Donald Trump has escalated trade tensions with China, warning that the US Could impose a 200 percent tariff on rare earth magnets if Beijing doesn’t increase supply to American industries.


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A delivery driver in China saved a woman after he found a pillow with the number "110" scribbled on the roadside near a residential building. He was on a food delivery run when he came across the white pillow. The woman has been stuck in her bedroom for 30 hours without food or water. The incident happened on August 12 in Sichuan province, southwestern China. The driver, surnamed Zhang, is a university student who was on a summer job. He saw 110 written on the pillow in dark red colour, along with the number 625. He instantly knew that someone was in danger and so called the police. The number 110 is an emergency number in China. The police needed to figure out where the pillow had come from. They contacted the employee of a nearby hotel who recognised the design of the pillow. It had come from the homestay on the 25th floor of Building 6 - so the number 625. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/woman-pops-pimple-in-triangle-of-death-ends-up-with-brain-infection-1756090843995">Woman pops pimple in 'triangle of death', ends up with brain infection</a>&nbsp;The police feared that the pillow was thrown by a victim of a kidnapping or a violent crime. They rushed to the building where they knocked on the door. When no one answered, they forced their way in. They found that the homestay owner, a woman surnamed Zhou, had accidentally gotten locked inside the bedroom. She was in there cleaning the room when the wind shut the door. The woman was inside for 30 hours. She didn't have access to the toilet, and her phone was also in the living room, leaving her with no way to contact anyone. She tried attracting attention by hanging a red suit out of the window and dropping foam boards. But no one noticed.&nbsp;This caused extreme mental distress to the woman. When nothing worked, she bit her finger and used her blood to write the number 110 625 on the pillow, which she threw out. After being rescued, she told Red Star News that her happiness knew no bounds when she saw the police. She tried to thank Zhang by giving him 1,000 yuan, but the student refused to take the money. “He is still a student, yet he refused to accept it. I was deeply touched. It made me feel the warmth of society,” she said&nbsp;Zhang said that he only did a small act of kindness, something anyone would have done. However, his efforts were rewarded by his company, Meituan, which gave him the honorary title of Pioneer Rider and a 2,000 yuan reward.

A woman in China got stuck in a bedroom for 30 hours without access to food, water or the toilet. Her phone was in the living room. She threw a pillow with 110 scribbled on it with blood to ask for help.  

A delivery driver in China saved a woman after he found a pillow with the number "110" scribbled on the roadside near a residential building. He was on a food delivery run when he came across the white pillow. The woman has been stuck in her bedroom for 30 hours without food or water. The incident happened on August 12 in Sichuan province, southwestern China. The driver, surnamed Zhang, is a university student who was on a summer job. He saw 110 written on the pillow in dark red colour, along with the number 625. He instantly knew that someone was in danger and so called the police. The number 110 is an emergency number in China. The police needed to figure out where the pillow had come from. They contacted the employee of a nearby hotel who recognised the design of the pillow. It had come from the homestay on the 25th floor of Building 6 - so the number 625. Also Read: Woman pops pimple in 'triangle of death', ends up with brain infection The police feared that the pillow was thrown by a victim of a kidnapping or a violent crime. They rushed to the building where they knocked on the door. When no one answered, they forced their way in. They found that the homestay owner, a woman surnamed Zhou, had accidentally gotten locked inside the bedroom. She was in there cleaning the room when the wind shut the door. The woman was inside for 30 hours. She didn't have access to the toilet, and her phone was also in the living room, leaving her with no way to contact anyone. She tried attracting attention by hanging a red suit out of the window and dropping foam boards. But no one noticed. This caused extreme mental distress to the woman. When nothing worked, she bit her finger and used her blood to write the number 110 625 on the pillow, which she threw out. After being rescued, she told Red Star News that her happiness knew no bounds when she saw the police. She tried to thank Zhang by giving him 1,000 yuan, but the student refused to take the money. “He is still a student, yet he refused to accept it. I was deeply touched. It made me feel the warmth of society,” she said Zhang said that he only did a small act of kindness, something anyone would have done. However, his efforts were rewarded by his company, Meituan, which gave him the honorary title of Pioneer Rider and a 2,000 yuan reward.

A woman in China got stuck in a bedroom for 30 hours without access to food, water or the toilet. Her phone was in the living room. She threw a pillow with 110 scribbled on it with blood to ask for help. &nbsp;

Delivery man saw '110 625’ scribbled in blood on a white pillow and knew something was wrong. He was right

China’s stock market is on a tear, even as the economy struggles with deep-rooted challenges. In just one month, onshore equities have added nearly one trillion dollars in market value. Yet, the rally stands in stark contrast to recent economic data.


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SCO 2025: China is preparing to host the 2025 Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit in Tianjin. The SCO Secretary-General highlighted the key priorities and goals of the upcoming summit, which will bring together leaders from across Asia and beyond.


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China is gearing up for a massive military parade in Beijing next month to mark 80 years since Japan’s surrender in World War Two. The show of strength will feature tens of thousands of troops, hundreds of aircraft, and new-generation high-tech weapons — including hypersonic missiles and anti-ship systems.


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China is gearing up for a massive military parade in Beijing next month to mark 80 years since Japan’s surrender in World War Two. The show of strength will feature tens of thousands of troops, hundreds of aircraft, and new-generation high-tech weapons — including hypersonic missiles and anti-ship systems.

Russian President Vladimir Putin is expected to attend, as global attention turns to Beijing amid rising military tensions in the Indo-Pacific. This is the first such parade since 2015.


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As China faces record-breaking heat, zoos in Shanghai are going all out to protect their animals. From air-conditioned panda rooms and icy treats for red pandas to pool time for elephants and dolphins, here’s how zookeepers are keeping their animals cool and safe amid soaring temperatures.

Shanghai heatwave: Ice, mist & AC for suffering animals

China hosted a trilateral meeting with Pakistan and Taliban leaders in Kabul, aiming to ease tensions and expand the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) into Afghanistan. As Islamabad and Kabul seek diplomatic normalization, analysts question China’s ability to navigate historic mistrust and security risks in the region.

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White House Trade Adviser Peter Navarro has stirred controversy by praising India's diplomatic influence in the Ukraine-Russia conflict, stating that "the road to peace runs through New Delhi" and calling PM Narendra Modi "a great leader." However, Navarro also criticized India’s trade practices and continued oil trade with Russia, citing them as reasons behind the Trump administration’s decision to impose a 50% tariff and an unspecified penalty on Indian goods, effective August 27. The move has triggered debate over US-India ties amid growing global tensions.

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Trump's trade advisor calls India 'Maharaja of tariffs'

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