US pitches plan to counter China's dominance of critical mineral supply
The event was attended by representatives of more than 50 countries, the White House said. Source link
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Beijing criticises Dalai Lama Grammy win as 'manipulation'
The Buddhist spiritual leader is recognised in the audiobook category for his meditations. Source link
The Chinese planemaker taking on Boeing and Airbus
Comac’s passenger jet is attracting customers in South East Asia where demand for affordable aircraft is growing. Source link
Rights groups say China detained two journalists over corruption report
Liu Hu and Wu Yingjiao have been reportedly detained after exposing corruption by a senior official in Sichuan. Source link
'Never imagined this': Indian village grapples with interfaith couple's killing
Police say they were beaten to death, allegedly by the woman’s three brothers, who have been arrested. Source link
Hope and uncertainty as India and US strike long-delayed trade deal
Indian industry has welcomed lower tariffs, but experts caution against celebration until details are clearer. Source link
'I don't think I am a hero': Boy, 13, describes 'superhuman' swim to save family
Austin Applebee recounts his ‘superhuman’ swim which saved the lives of his mother and siblings in Australia. Source link
Air India grounds Boeing jet after pilot flags possible fuel control switch defect
The grounding comes amid an investigation into a crash last year involving an aircraft of the same model. Source link
China bans hidden car door handles over safety concerns
It makes China the first country to stop the use of designs first made popular by Elon Musk’s Tesla. Source link
US and India reach trade deal, Trump says after Modi call
Tariffs will drop from 50% to 18% on Indian goods, while India has agreed to stop buying Russian oil. Source link