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World Politics & Diplomacy 12 Nov 2026, 05:00 PM IST

MH370 Conspiracy Gains New Life as Teleportation Claim Draws Thousands

A fringe theory claiming Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 was “teleported” has surged online, drawing thousands of believers and renewing attention on one of aviation’s most enduring mysteries. The claim, amplified through social platforms and conspiracy communities, underscores how unresolved tragedies can be recast into viral narratives that blur the line between speculation and evidence.

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World Politics & Diplomacy03 Nov 2026, 02:00 PM IST

Xi Says Deeper China-Oman Ties Are Strategic as Beijing Courts Gulf Stability

Chinese President Xi Jinping said deeper ties with Oman are strategically important for both countries, underscoring Beijing’s effort to deepen influence in the Gulf while presenting itself as a stabilizing force in the Middle East. The remarks came during a rare visit by Oman’s Sultan Haitham bin Tariq to China, with shipping security through the Strait of Hormuz and broader regional diplomacy in focus.

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World Politics & Diplomacy01 Nov 2026, 08:00 AM IST

Xi’s Latest Party Promotions Fuel Debate Over a New Political Pattern in China

A fresh round of senior Communist Party promotions in Beijing has intensified scrutiny of whether Xi Jinping is consolidating power through a more selective, loyalty-driven кадровый model. Analysts say the latest moves, set against a widening anti-corruption purge, suggest not a loosening of control but a recalibration of how the leadership is being staffed and managed.

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World Politics & Diplomacy28 Oct 2026, 02:00 PM IST

EU Readies New Import Curbs on China as Trade Frictions Deepen

The European Union is preparing a fresh round of import restrictions on Chinese goods as early as 2027, according to reporting from Bloomberg, in a move that underscores mounting alarm in Brussels over trade imbalances, industrial pressure and the political fallout from a widening China shock. The plan is expected to be paired with intensified talks with Beijing, reflecting a dual-track strategy of pressure and engagement as the bloc seeks to avoid a direct rupture with its second-largest trading partner.

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World Politics & Diplomacy27 Oct 2026, 05:00 PM IST

Xi May Use Secretive Party Plenum to Tighten Discipline, Signal Control

China’s closely watched four-day Communist Party plenum opens Monday in Beijing, drawing attention to whether President Xi Jinping will use the meeting to further tighten internal discipline and reinforce his grip on the ruling party. The gathering is expected to offer clues on policy priorities, elite management and the leadership’s response to mounting economic and political pressures.

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Frontier AI & Machine Learning18 Oct 2026, 02:00 PM IST

Beijing Moves to Tighten Control Over AI Exports as U.S. Rivalry Intensifies

China is weighing tighter export controls on artificial intelligence technologies as it seeks to manage security risks and preserve leverage in its escalating technology rivalry with the United States. The proposed restrictions would add another layer of scrutiny to a sector already under pressure from U.S. chip curbs, investment limits and broader efforts to contain China’s access to advanced computing tools.

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India Sports & Cricket08 Oct 2026, 08:26 PM IST

‘I am not pushed enough’: National Record Holder Vithya Targets Sub-54 Breakthrough Next

National record holder Vithya has set her sights on a sub-54-second performance after a season in which she delivered a three-medal haul for India at the Asian Games. The 28-year-old says her achievements have not drawn the recognition they deserve, while coach Nehpal is already looking ahead to a strong showing at the Beijing World Athletics Championships next year.

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Global Economy & Central Banks08 Oct 2026, 03:18 PM IST

S&P Sees Possible Turnaround in China’s Struggling Property Market as Major Cities Stabilize

China’s long-slumping property sector may be approaching a turning point, with S&P Global Ratings saying a recovery in the country’s largest cities could begin as soon as next year. The outlook reflects signs of stabilization in top-tier urban markets even as the broader sector remains weighed down by weak demand, developer stress and a prolonged confidence shock.

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Clean Energy & Climate Transition07 Oct 2026, 09:07 PM IST

Supercomputer Study Maps the Cosmos' Most Promising Real Estate for Life

A new supercomputer-based study is sharpening one of astronomy’s oldest questions: where, in the vastness of the universe, conditions are most favorable for life. By modeling cosmic evolution at scale, researchers are identifying regions and eras where planets are more likely to retain the ingredients needed for habitability. The findings add a data-driven layer to the search for life beyond Earth, with implications for future telescope missions and astrobiology strategy.

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Global Health & Biotech06 Oct 2026, 08:29 AM IST

AstraZeneca CEO Says Summit Drug Could Anchor Next Wave of Cancer Combinations After $2 Billion Bet

AstraZeneca Chief Executive Pascal Soriot said Summit Therapeutics’ cancer drug could become a foundation for the next generation of combination therapies, underscoring why the Anglo-Swedish drugmaker has committed about $2 billion to the biotech. The comments come as AstraZeneca and Daiichi Sankyo move to test Summit’s ivonescimab alongside Datroway, a sign that large pharmaceutical groups are racing to secure the most promising assets in oncology.

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World Politics & Diplomacy05 Oct 2026, 04:06 PM IST

Nobel Medicine Prize Honors Brain Research as Global Scientific Prestige Takes Center Stage

The 2026 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine has been awarded to three scientists for research that deepens understanding of brain activity, according to the Nobel committee and major international outlets. The recognition underscores how neuroscience remains one of the most consequential frontiers in modern science, with implications for medicine, aging, and disorders of cognition and perception.

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Frontier AI & Machine Learning04 Oct 2026, 12:11 PM IST

OpenAI Fires Workers After Probe Into Sensitive Data Sharing

OpenAI has dismissed employees following an internal investigation into the mishandling of sensitive information, according to people familiar with the matter. The case centers on allegations that data was shared with an outside AI evaluation group, underscoring the intensifying pressure on frontier AI firms to police information flows, protect proprietary systems, and reassure regulators and partners.

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Global Health & Biotech04 Oct 2026, 08:22 AM IST

Novartis Agrees to Up to $7.8 Billion mRNA Deal With China’s Abogen

Novartis has struck a licensing and development agreement with Chinese biotech Abogen Biosciences that could be worth as much as $7.8 billion, underscoring the Swiss drugmaker’s push into next-generation cancer therapies. The deal centers on an mRNA-encoded T-cell engager, a highly targeted approach that has drawn intense interest from large pharmaceutical companies seeking to replenish pipelines and deepen exposure to innovative Chinese science.

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Enterprise Tech, Cloud & AIJust now (03:59 AM IST)

Pixel Launch Raises Fresh Questions Over Google Assistant’s AI and the Future of Privacy

Google’s latest Pixel launch has renewed scrutiny over the expanding role of artificial intelligence in consumer devices, particularly the data trails created by voice assistants and always-on software. While the company is pitching AI as a convenience layer for everyday life, the deeper issue for users, regulators, and investors is whether the trade-off between personalization and privacy is becoming too costly.

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Markets, IPOs & WealthJust now (01:48 PM IST)

Vikram Solar Shares Gain 3% After 400 MW Module Order for Maharashtra Solar Projects

Vikram Solar shares rose about 3% after the company secured a 400 MW module supply order from a leading EPC firm for decentralised solar projects in Maharashtra. The contract covers 620 Wp N-Type TOPCon G12R modules and runs from October 2026 through March 2027, reinforcing the company’s position in India’s fast-growing solar manufacturing and deployment ecosystem.

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World Politics & DiplomacyJust now (10:10 AM IST)

Seoul Warns of Further Action if Ukraine Fails to Apologise Over Prisoner-of-War Row

South Korea has escalated a diplomatic dispute with Ukraine, warning that it may take “further action” unless Kyiv apologises over a prisoner-of-war controversy. President Lee Jae Myung also accused Ukraine of “attempting to provoke a war on the Korean Peninsula,” sharply intensifying rhetoric in a case that could complicate Seoul’s broader foreign policy balancing act.

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World Politics & DiplomacyJust now (04:57 PM IST)

Beijing Warns Europe Against Adopting U.S.-Style Trade Weapon Against China

Beijing has criticised reported European efforts to create a Section 301-style trade instrument aimed at countering China, warning that any move targeting Chinese firms or trade would draw retaliation. The dispute underscores rising transatlantic pressure on Europe to harden its China policy even as Brussels tries to preserve room for negotiations and avoid a broader trade confrontation.

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World Politics & DiplomacyJust now (02:32 PM IST)

MI5 Warns China Is Funding UK Research to Feed Beijing’s Spies

Britain’s domestic intelligence service has warned that Chinese state-linked actors are targeting UK universities and research institutions to harvest sensitive technology, according to reporting by the BBC. The warning sharpens a widening transatlantic debate over academic openness, national security, and the vulnerability of advanced research to foreign intelligence collection.

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Frontier AI & Machine LearningJust now (02:47 AM IST)

China Tightens the Screws on AI Relationships as Regulators Move to Rein In Synthetic Intimacy

China has moved to curb AI chatbots and companion systems that can simulate human relationships, part of a broader effort to police fast-growing generative AI services. The crackdown has prompted a wider debate over whether Beijing is acting prudently ahead of global regulators or stifling an emerging technology before its social risks are fully understood.

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World Politics & DiplomacyJust now (10:39 PM IST)

Beijing Warns Europe Against Adopting U.S.-Style Trade Weapon

China has criticised growing calls in Europe for a Section 301-style trade tool that could be used to target Chinese firms, warning that such measures would damage cooperation and invite retaliation. The dispute comes as Beijing and European capitals weigh how to manage rising trade frictions without derailing broader industrial and diplomatic ties.

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World Politics & DiplomacyJust now (07:51 AM IST)

Beijing Warns Europe Against Curbs on Chinese Firms as Trade Tensions Deepen

Beijing has warned it would retaliate if Europe moves ahead with new restrictions on Chinese businesses, escalating a dispute that could complicate already fragile trade negotiations. The warning comes amid reports that the European Union is considering a tougher, Section 301-style tool to counter what it sees as unfair Chinese trade practices.

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World Politics & DiplomacyJust now (06:28 AM IST)

Beijing Warns Europe Against Trade Curbs, Signals Retaliation if Chinese Firms Are Targeted

Beijing has warned it will respond if Europe moves ahead with restrictions aimed at Chinese businesses, escalating a transcontinental trade dispute already shaped by tariffs, industrial policy, and political mistrust. The warning underscores how quickly the EU’s efforts to defend its market from Chinese competition could trigger a broader economic confrontation with the world’s second-largest economy.

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