US slaps sanctions on Chinese refinery for buying Iranian crude oil worth over $1bn

The US imposed sanctions on Wednesday on Shandong Shengxing Chemical Co. Ltd, a Chinese refinery, for buying Iranian crude oil worth over USD 1 billion as President Donald Trump’s administration seeks to ramp up pressure on Tehran.

The Splintered Landscape of Student Organisations in Bangladesh

The students’ group that led the protests against Bangladesh prime minister Sheikh Hasina, the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement (ADSM) or ‘Students against Discrimination’ (SAD) initially seemed like a beacon of hope—a platform dedicated to combating the pervasive social and institutional discrimination faced by various groups, especially students.

Telescope finds promising hints of life on distant planet

Scientists have found new but tentative evidence that a faraway world orbiting another star may be home to life.

India’s increased trade trajectory with BIMSTEC countries

The Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) is a regional grouping established in 1997, consisting of seven countries—Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Myanmar, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Thailand.

White House says China faces up to 245% tariffs due to its retaliatory actions

The US announced that China now faces a new tariff up to 245% as a result of its retaliatory measures, according to a statement by the White House on late Tuesday.

China imposes visa restrictions on US personnel over Tibet issue

China has announced visa restrictions on some US personnel who have ’’behaved badly’’ on Tibet-related issues, its foreign ministry said on Monday (Apr 14).

$30 Billion Hidden Tax? The Unintended Costs of Trump’s Shipbuilding Plan

The Trump Administration’s ambitious plan to revive America’s declined shipbuilding sector by imposing high port fees on Chinese-built vessels has left industry players in a precarious situation. If implemented, this measure would impact 98% of ships calling at U.S. ports, increasing costs by $600 to $800 each container, as per the World Shipping Council (WSC).

India to adopt JR East’s new E10 shinkansen trains

Japan plans to provide East Japan Railway E5 and E3 series shinkansen for free to India as inspection vehicles for its national high-speed railway under construction in the western region of the South Asian country, it was learned Tuesday.

Starlink’s South Asian Push: Sri Lanka’s balancing act between connectivity and security

Elon Musk’s satellite internet venture, Starlink, has begun making definitive strides into South Asia, with Sri Lanka becoming the first country in the region to grant it official operating status. The approval marks a watershed moment in both technological advancement and geopolitical negotiation, as countries like Sri Lanka grapple with the challenge of welcoming global tech giants while safeguarding national security and data sovereignty.

US tariffs on low value Chinese e-commerce shipments opens doors for Indian exporters: GTRI

The US crackdown on low-value Chinese e-commerce shipments has opened a rare and potentially lucrative window for Indian exporters, said GTRI in a report.

Blue Origin completes historic all-female space tourism trip

Blue Origin’s NS-31 mission completed a historic journey into space, carrying an all-female crew to the edge of the atmosphere, including entertainment reporter and partner of tycoon Jeff Bezos, Lauren Sánchez, journalist Gayler King, singer Katy Perry, and aerospace engineer Aisha Bowe.

China privately admitted to US infrastructure cyberattacks: Report

In a previously undisclosed meeting held last December, Chinese officials privately acknowledged responsibility for a series of cyberattacks on US infrastructure, according to individuals familiar with the discussions, as cited by The Wall Street Journal.

Magnitude 5.6 earthquake jolts Myanmar

A magnitude 5.6 earthquake struck Myanmar on Sunday, the European Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC) said, with no immediate reports of news casualties or property damage.

US tightens screws on Nvidia’s H20 chip exports to China

US President Donald Trump’s administration is considering tightening restrictions on artificial intelligence leader Nvidia’s sales of its H20 chips designed for the China market, three people familiar with the matter said.

India’s technological growth over past 15 years will enable faster AI adoption: Nandan Nilekani

Nandan Nilekani, Co-Founder and Chairman of IT services major Infosys, has cautioned against the hype surrounding AI, emphasizing that the challenges of implementation remain the same. According to Nilekani, AI adoption requires significant effort and changes in workflow.

England’s record wicket-taker Jimmy Anderson awarded a knighthood

Jimmy Anderson is to be awarded a knighthood for “services to cricket” a year on from the final Test of his record-breaking England career.

U.S. will not let China disrupt Panama Canal: Pentagon chief

The United States will not allow China to jeopardize the operations of the Panama Canal, U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth warned during a visit to the Central American nation on Tuesday.

U.S. Tariffs Cast Shadow Over Global Economic Stability

As the United States ramps up tariffs on key trading partners—including China, Canada, the European Union, and members of the Quad alliance—concerns are mounting over the potential fallout for the global economy. While the stated goal of these tariffs is to protect American industries, the unintended consequences could be far-reaching, jeopardizing supply chains, pushing up consumer prices, and undermining the fragile momentum of economic recover

Small plane crashes in Florida; all 3 on board killed

All three people on board a small plane were killed when the aircraft crashed in Boca Raton, Florida, on Friday morning, according to local officials and the Federal Aviation Administration.

Uyghur activists sue Huawei, other Chinese telecom giants over genocide

The World Uyghur Congress announced a pioneering legal action on Monday against three French subdivisions of the Chinese telecommunications giants Huawei, Hikvision, and Dahua to hold them accountable for providing Beijing with surveillance technology to facilitate the ongoing Uyghur genocide.

Dubai Crown Prince gifts replica of his grandfather’s traditional cloak to PM Modi

Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) presented to Prime Minister Narendra Modi a replica of his grandfather Sheikh Rashid’s ’bisht’ - a traditional embroidered cloak worn over the Qandura by Arab men - symbolising the historic and generational political friendship between the two countries, during their meeting in New Delhi on T

Toll mounts to 184 in Dominican club roof collapse

The number of victims who died after a roof collapsed at an iconic nightclub surged to 184 late Wednesday as dozens of people lingered outside the Dominican Republic’s forensic institute for news of their loved ones still missing more than a day after disaster struck.

China’s Hambantota Oil Refinery: Investment opportunity or sovereignty risk?

In a fresh push to expand its strategic and economic footprint across the Indian Ocean, Chinese state-owned energy giant SINOPEC has sealed a $3.7 billion deal to build a massive oil refinery in Hambantota, Sri Lanka.

At least 35 killed in Israeli attack on Gaza residential block

At least 35 people have been killed and dozens of others were wounded in an Israeli attack on a residential block in Gaza City’s Shujayea neighbourhood, medical sources told Al Jazeera.

Trump announces 90-day pause on new tariffs

In an abrupt move, US President Donald Trump announced a 90-day pause on the reciprocal tariff that went into effect this week.

Tech for All: How China powers a more inclusive digital world

A truly inclusive digital future requires collaboration, mutual learning, and a shared vision - where technology is not just for the few, but for all.

Nursing home fire in China kills 20 people

Twenty people have been killed in a fire at a nursing home in north-east China, state media report.

Chinese investments reshape Northern Sri Lanka’s economy and fishing industry

The Northern Province of Sri Lanka, one of the country’s most underdeveloped and impoverished regions, has become a focal point for Chinese investments.

PSX crashes 3,882 points as Trump tariffs spark recession fears

The 100-Index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed bearish trend on Monday, losing 3,882.17 points, a negative change of 3.27 percent, closing at 114,909.49 points as compared to 118,791.66 points on the last trading day.

Hong Kong and China stocks sink on trade war fears

Hong Kong and Chinese stocks dived on Monday as markets around the world crumbled in the face of a widening global trade war and fears it will unleash a deep recession.