12 Chinese nationals charged with hacking U.S. Treasury and others: Justice Department

The Justice Department announced charges Wednesday against 12 Chinese citizens who are accused of cyber-hacking to steal data from the Treasury Department and other organizations worldwide.

Twelve injured in shooting at Toronto pub

A dozen people have been injured in a shooting at a Toronto pub and three suspects are still at large, police in the Canadian city say.

Sri Lanka must protect Its Multi-Ethnic Identity amid China’s NEAC visit

The proposed visit of China’s National Ethnic Affairs Commission (NEAC) delegation to Sri Lanka raises significant concerns about the potential influence of China’s ethnic assimilation policies on Sri Lanka’s delicate ethnic balance.

Pakistan rises to second in Global Terrorism Index

Pakistan ranked second in the Global Terrorism Index 2025, with the number of deaths in terrorist attacks rising by 45 per cent over the past year to 1,081.

South Korea court cancels President Yoon’s arrest warrant, Yonhap says

A South Korean court cancelled on Friday impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol’s arrest warrant, paving the way for his release from jail after he was arrested in mid-January on insurrection charges over his brief imposition of martial law, Yonhap News Agency reported.

Teen armed with gun overpowered by passengers onboard plane

Police in Australia have charged a 17-year-old who got on a plane with a shotgun and ammunition.

US charges Chinese hackers and government officials in a broad cybercrime campaign

Twelve Chinese nationals — including mercenary hackers, law enforcement officers and employees of a private hacking company — have been charged in connection with global cybercrime campaigns targeting dissidents, news organizations, U.S. agencies and universities, the Justice Department says.

Khelo India Winter Games 2025: Over 300 athletes to compete in Kashmir

The fifth edition of the Khelo India Winter Games is set to kick off its second leg from March 9-12, bringing together more than 300 athletes from across India to compete in a thrilling showcase of winter sports. Hosted in the snow-laden paradise of Gulmarg, Kashmir, the event will feature disciplines such as skiing, snowboarding, and more, spotlighting the region as an emerging hub for winter sports in India.

Flights halted at some Florida airports over SpaceX debris

US aviation authorities temporarily halted flights at several Florida airports over concerns about debris from SpaceX’s Starship, which spun out of control shortly after launch.

TikToks sponsorship of UK Muslim event sparks criticism

An event celebrating Muslim Heritage month in the U.K. on March 11, sponsored by TikTok, is being criticized by Uyghur rights activists.

China’s EV makers are facing a reality check in South-east Asia

On Feb 28 in Hanoi, Chinese electric vehicle (EV) giant BYD began the day with a showroom devoid of customers. Just a few kilometres away, a dealership for upstart Vietnamese EV maker VinFast Auto was buzzing, with would-be buyers poring over new models.

India’s air-to-air superweapon breaks cover

In modern aerial warfare, the ability to strike first and strike decisively defines the outcome of battles. The race for air superiority is no longer about just dogfights but about engagements far beyond visual range (BVR)—where the aircraft that fires first has the highest chance of survival. Enter Astra Mk-III, India’s latest homegrown beyond visual range air-to-air missile (BVRAAM), powered by an advanced Solid Fuel Ducted Ramjet (SFDR) syste

Internet blackouts hit record high

The world witnessed a record number of internet shutdowns last year, as governments increasingly leaned on digital blackouts to suppress protests, dissent, and tighten control. A new report by Access Now names Myanmar, India, and Pakistan among the top offenders in 2024, highlighting the growing trend of restricting online discourse in these countries.

India, UAE hold talks on India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor

A new impetus has been imparted today to the ambitious Transcontinental Connectivity Project - India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEEC) launched during the G-20 Summit held in Delhi in September 2023 with signatories including India, UAE, USA, EU, Saudi Arabia, France, Italy, and Germany, a statement by the Indian Embassy in Abu Dhabi stated.

US think tank warns China is using criminal organisations to influence Palau

A US think tank has raised concerns that China is using transnational criminal organisations to push its political agenda in Palau, potentially damaging the island nation’s diplomatic relations with Taiwan, Taipei Times reported.

Trump halts all U.S. military aid to Ukraine, White House official says

The Trump administration has paused U.S. military aid to Ukraine, the White House confirmed Monday. It’s the latest fallout days after a contentious meeting between President Trump, Vice President JD Vance and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House erupted into an open dispute in front of TV cameras.

Belt and Road Initiative: China’s ambitious project faces growing international skepticism

The Chinese Communist Party’s signature Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), once heralded as a transformative force in global infrastructure development, has devolved into a cautionary tale of failed promises and mounting international skepticism.

ACME Solar plans Rs 17,000 crore capital expenditure spending by 2026

New Delhi [India], March 4 (ANI): Renewable energy firm ACME Solar Holdings plans to invest Rs 17,000 crore as capital expenditure to boost renewable energy capacity to 5 gigawatts by 2026, the company said in a statement Sunday.

New US missile aims to pierce China’s rising air power

The US Air Force’s newly unveiled AIM-260A Joint Advanced Tactical Missile (JATM) promises to reshape aerial warfare with its extended range, advanced guidance and stealth compatibility—just as China’s airpower developments escalate the fight for air superiority.

US lawmakers warn China could use Musk to influence Trump

The Republican and Democratic leaders of the US House of Representatives’ select committee on China warned on Feb 25 that Beijing may try to exert leverage with billionaire Elon Musk in a bid to win favourable US policies, and that Washington must counter any such effort.

UK celebrates millions in Indian investments after FTA talks relaunch

The UK on Wednesday celebrated recent investment wins worth over GBP 100 million from Indian companies and pointed to India’s insurance sector as a growth opportunity for British companies following the relaunch of the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations this week.

Nepal’s Kathmandu rattled by strong quake, no casualties reported

A magnitude 6.1 earthquake struck north of Nepal’s Kathmandu on Friday, according to the National Earthquake Monitoring and Research Centre.

Trump says US will impose additional 10% tariff on China

Donald Trump said he planned to hit goods from China with a new 10% tariff, the latest salvo in the US president’s steadily escalating trade fights.

Oscar winner Gene Hackman and Wife found dead in Santa Fe home

Oscar-winning US actor Gene Hackman, his wife Betsy Arakawa and their dog have been found dead at their home in Santa Fe, New Mexico.

Substandard Chinese military gear forces nations to seek Alternatives

In the high-stakes world of the international arms trade, China has emerged as a major player, positioning itself as an affordable alternative to Western defense suppliers.

Foreign SIM cards in Pakistan raise security and regulatory concerns

Pakistan has experienced a noticeable increase in the use of foreign-registered SIM cards in recent years, prompting concerns among authorities about potential challenges to national security, financial systems, and telecommunications oversight.

China’s J-16 fires at Aussie P-8; Beijing justifies action

In a startlingly familiar scenario, a J-16 fighter jet from the Chinese People’s Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF) recently fired flares at an Australian P-8A reconnaissance plane over the disputed waters of the South China Sea.

Virgin Airlines pilot first alerted authorities to Chinese live fire danger

Aviation officials have revealed they first learnt of a potential Chinese ’’live fire’’ military exercise in the Tasman Sea last week after a Virgin Airlines pilot relayed warnings he had picked up mid-flight via an emergency radio frequency.

Environmental cost of rapid growth: China’s struggle with polluted farmland

China’s rapid industrialization over the past few decades has brought significant economic growth and transformed the nation into a global powerhouse.

US sides with Russia in UN resolutions on Ukraine

The US has twice sided with Russia in votes at the UN to mark the third anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, highlighting the Trump administration’s change of stance on the war.