China’s First Type 076 Amphibious Assault Ship
China has launched its first Type 076 amphibious assault ship, Sichuan, at the Hudong-Zhonghua shipyard in Shanghai. With a displacement of over 40,000 tonnes, the…
Neighbours/South Asia
China to Build World’s Largest Dam on Brahmaputra
China has approved the construction of the world’s largest dam on the Brahmaputra River in Tibet, near the Indian border, costing approximately $137 billion. This…
China’s J-20 Stealth Fighter and New Aircraft Developments
China has showcased advanced combat aircraft, coinciding with the J-20 stealth fighter’s anniversary and Mao Zedong’s birthday. Notable is a three-engine aircraft with diamond-shaped wings…
China-U.S. Science Agreement Extended Until 2029
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Phewa Dialogue 2024
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Sri Lanka’s Visa-Free Policy
Sri Lanka announced a visa-free travel policy for citizens of 39 countries, including India, effective January 2025. This initiative aims to boost tourism and strengthen…
India-Nepal Army Cooperation Strengthened
India and Nepal have strengthened their military ties during a three-day visit by Nepal Army Chief General Ashok to India, hosted by Indian Army Chief…
DeepSeek vs OpenAI: The Rise of China’s Open-Source AI Disruptor
Source: IE Introduction The artificial intelligence landscape has been dominated by major US tech giants such as OpenAI, Google, and Meta. However, the emergence of…
China’s Yarlung Tsangpo Mega Dam: Impacts on India and Regional Ecology
China’s ambitious plan to construct the world’s largest hydropower dam on the Yarlung Tsangpo River in Tibet has sparked significant concerns for …
