Shops, restaurants and cafes in Egypt have been told to close early as part of a raft of temporary measures to combat soaring energy prices caused by the Iran war. Retail and dining premises will have to close by 21:00 (19:00 GMT) each night for the next month, beginning on Saturday.Shops
As temperatures rise across India this summer, a quiet shift is taking place on plates and menus alike. Diners are rethinking what a ‘complete meal’ looks like by opting for lighter, cooler, yet nutritionally balanced options that align with both climate and lifestyle
Dhurandhar 2 Box Office Collection Day 10 Worldwide: Ranveer Singh aka Hamza, continues to rule the box office globally with Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge. The film has now surpassed the lifetime earnings of Prabhas' Kalki 2898 AD ( ₹1,042.25 crore) and Yash's KGF Chapter 2 ( ₹1,215 crore)
Karnataka MLAs finally get free tickets to watch Indian Premier League (IPL) tomorrow at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium. After a state-wide stir over the free tickets, the wish of “VIPs" is fulfilled by the Congress-led state government. As per a report by India Today
India and Russia are boosting technological ties. The Indo-Russia Innopraktika Technology Hub has partnered with Indian academic institutions. This collaboration will establish a state-of-the-art Unmanned Aerial Vehicle and Satellite Laboratory
Indian stock market: The Indian stock market closed the week on a subdued note, extended its losing streak for a fifth straight week, as rising volatility driven by shifting global cues and escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East
The president of the Maldives has formally told the UK that it does not recognise the deal to hand over the Chagos Islands to Mauritius. President Mohamed Muizzu's office told the BBC the Maldives had expressed its opposition to the "deeply concerning" deal in two written objections and a phone
Amid the ongoing Iran-US-Israel war, US President Donald Trump on Friday claimed that Iran’s top leadership has been wiped out, deepening uncertainty over who is in charge in Tehran during the ongoing war. Speaking publicly, Trump said Iran’s supreme leader is no longer alive and suggested that
Why India’s renewed engagement with China must be driven by caution
Days before Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached Tianjin in China for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit on August 31 and September 1, the Indian media was upbeat about Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi's two-day Delhi visit from August 18.
A “reset” in China-India ties was expected, especially after the June 2020 Galwan clashes, commented one editorial. Another report claimed there was “consensus” on key points in a joint statement issued before Wang's departure for Pakistan and Afghanistan.
However, India's Ministry of External Affairs, while adopting a cautious approach, recognised that the Indian and Chinese representatives “spoke positively” even as the perception in New Delhi was that there was “peace and tranquility” in the India-China border areas.
While Wang's Delhi visit was centred around the 24th round of special representative talks on the border, the Chinese leader's sojourn was seen more as an attempt to lay the groundwork for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit meeting between Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping, which could form the basis for a deeper engagement to thwart US geoeconomic and geopolitical moves, especially in the wake of the 50% tariffs imposed on India by the Trump administration as a penalty for purchasing Russian oil.
Wang met three key actors from the Indian side – Modi, External Affairs minister S Jaishankar and National Security Adviser Ajit Doval. The consequent statement issued by the Indian Ministry of External Affairs reiterated New Delhi's commitment to a “fair, reasonable and mutually acceptable resolution of the boundary question”.
On his part, Wang recognised after his meeting with the Indian national security advisor that “stability” had been “restored” on the border. He was willing to admit that the “setbacks” in the last few years were “not in our interest”. The two countries, Wang said, should be partners and not adversaries. While a decision to resume the religious and spiritual pilgrimage to Mount Kailash was arrived at in April, the two sides are keen to restart people-to-people contacts, recommence direct flights and reopen border trade.
This warming up of ties is being seen as a calibrated move to build a joint front to thwart what Chinese Ambassador to Delhi Xu Feihong called a “bully” – the US – and at a time when “tariff wars and trade wars are disrupting the global economic and trade system”.
While Wang's visit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi's trip to Tianjin, and the Chinese ambassador's strong characterisation of the US as a bully might appear that there is a thaw in ties that were strained only months ago, New Delhi would also be wary of the Chinese foreign minister's onward visit to Pakistan where he met General Asim Munir.
Wang expressed China's “steadfast support” for Pakistan's sovereignty and development, which emboldened Islamabad to reaffirm the countries' “all-weather strategic partnership”.
More importantly, Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif attended the formal launch of the second phase of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor with both sides expected to “set clear priorities” aimed at agreeing on “tangible and measurable outcomes”.
For India, the CPEC-II is not only an expansion of Chinese power – a strategic lever under the Belt and Road Initiative – in Pakistan, it also “intensifies” security, territorial and geopolitical apprehensions. Besides, CPEC-II comes at a time when Islamabad is in the process of reengaging with Washington which will likely continue to give New Delhi a hard time now that it has announced that Sergio Gorokhovsky, a political appointee, will be Trump's preferred choice as ambassador to India.
Closer ties between China and India make sense in the backdrop of Trump's shock tariffs as both countries seek common ground. However, it is difficult to ignore India's trade deficit with China, which stands around US$ 100 billion. There has been little effort from China to address Indian concerns and develop a more balanced trade relationship.
When China-India ties normalised in 1988 following then Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi's Beijing visit, both sides engaged proactively on trade and peace building. However, the failure of the confidence building mechanisms and the mounting trade deficit coupled with the 2020 Galwan clashes underscore the fragility and the inherent mistrust in this relationship.
The challenge is even as India tries to assert equal status, China's perception is quite the opposite. This perception gap is exemplified by Beijing's arguments over need for trade and people-to-people engagements, while New Delhi's concern is centred around a proactive resolution of the thorny border issue.
Wang's visit also raised challenges and questions on India's shift in stance on the One China Policy as well as accepting the “early harvest boundary settlement” or resolving the boundary dispute in parts. The Indian stand over Taiwan where there has been a rise in Chinese aggression towards Taipei, and President Xi's repeated pursuit of reunification, only helps Chinese narrative-building.
This curtails Indian efforts to build a complementary relationship with Taipei. The change in boundary settlement agenda underscores a win for Beijing, indicating that India needs China more than the other way round. This may be read as a sign of weakness.
In addition to recent Indian fears over the construction of a mega-hydropower project on the Yarlung Zangbo in Tibet, a railway line connecting Xinjiang to Tibet poses significant security concerns for New Delhi. China has continued to build and develop infrastructure across the Line of Actual Control with little regard for Indian concerns, whether ecological or conventional security. At the same time, China has regularly opposed Indian attempts to develop its own capabilities on its side of the disputed border, especially in Arunachal Pradesh.
Wang's visit reflects China's standard position that pitches its attitudes and policies towards India depending on where it stands in respect to the US. Beijing was aware that a second Trump presidency would pose significant geopolitical and geoeconomic challenges, which explains the growing warmth, since October 2024, with India.
The question is whether Chinese overtures are genuine and rooted in respect for India as an equal partner. A concrete shift in Beijing's approach will minimise mistrust and help drive a fresh narrative. Otherwise, the recent parlays and the Tianjin summit will remain just political and diplomatic posturing.
Gunjan Singh is Associate Professor, Jindal Global Law School, O.P. Jindal Global University, Sonipat, Haryana.
Originally published under Creative Commons by 360info™.
Source: Scroll
Related Posts: Chi-Chi’s restaurant confirms comeback date PM Modi to meet Russian President Putin in Tianjin today PM Modi, Putin among 20 leaders to attend SCO summit in Tianjin Farah Khan says Aryan Khan ‘has been obsessed’ with Rajat Bedi since childhood A China factory next to a weed-filled lot has become a global auto-chip choke point Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit Bhutan during November 11-12 Prime Minister Narendra Modi to cast first vote in Vice Presidential polls Google CEO Sundar Pichai meets Prime Minister Narendra Modi PM Narendra Modi Congratulates Indian Men's Hockey Team On Asia Cup Triumph Just 3 days left for Flipkart Big Billion Days 2025
Exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi asserted that Iran's regime transition will be orderly, emphasizing the need for its complete removal. He credited US military operations, "Midnight Hammer" and "Epic Fury," for weakening the establishment and eliminating key figures and capabilities
1 hours ago
There may be 80 days before England begin their World Cup campaign against Croatia in Texas, but this international break has been widely seen as last-chance territory. A final opportunity to mould a team capable of competing in this summer's tournament - and for any players hoping to force their
1 hours ago
Loan Rule Changes 2026: In a move aimed at improving transparency and borrower convenience, the Reserve Bank of India has introduced several new rules effective from 2026. These changes will impact loan borrowers, jewellers, and bank account holders across India
1 hours ago
Key takeaways:Discount & Offers: The iPhone 16 Pro price drops below Rs 60,000 through a combination of instant bank discounts (~Rs 4,000) and exchange offers up to Rs 68,000, mainly on online platforms.Key Features: Features a 6.3-inch ProMotion display, A18 Pro chip
1 hours ago
Rakesh Bedi says Jameel Jamali from Dhurandhar 2 isn’t his first acclaimed role, cites this Kamal Haasan filmRakesh Bedi is gaining stupendous recognition for his role as Jameel Jamali in Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar: The Revenge also starring Ranveer Singh. Mar 29, 2026
1 hours ago
Every day, food scraps disappear into trash bags, are hauled away and forgotten. But that waste could be turned into something productive. Across the United States, about 97 million metric tons of food waste are discarded each year, of which about 37 million metric tons end up buried in landfills
1 hours ago
Shah Rukh Khan praised Mohit Suri for keeping Ahaan Panday, Aneet Padda away from spotlight before Saiyaara's releaseFilmmaker Mohit Suri recalled how Shah Rukh Khan praised the promotional strategy of Saiyaara at Siddharth Anand's Diwali party. Mar 29, 2026
1 hours ago
PDP MLA Waheed Para voiced serious concerns regarding security for political leaders in Kashmir. He highlighted the eviction of Mehbooba Mufti from her official residence and reduced security for leaders like Tariq Karra and Sajad Lone. Para described these actions as an 'attempt to murder' and a
1 hours ago
There are no reported dry-out at LPG distributorships and online LPG cylinder bookings increased to 91 per cent on industry basis yesterday, according to the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas. New Delhi: government on Saturday said that more than 54 lakh LPG refills were delivered yesterday and
1 hours ago
Bihar Assembly Speaker Prem Kumar on Friday said that Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has time until March 30 to resign from the Legislative Council, in view of his election to the Rajya Sabha, The Hindu reported. Prem Kumar was referring to the 1950 Prohibition of Simultaneous Membership Rules that
1 hours ago
Team Penske’s Scott McLaughlin walked away from a terrifying high-speed crash during second practice at Barber Motorsports Park. Charging down the front straight at around 165 mph, McLaughlin clipped the grass on entry to Turn 1. Then, in a chaotic turn of events, the rear snapped loose
1 hours ago
Royal Challengers Bengaluru kicked off their IPL 2026 campaign with a dominant six-wicket victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad. Chasing 202, Virat Kohli and Devdutt Padikkal set a strong foundation, guiding RCB to the top of the points table with a swift chase. Earlier
1 hours ago
Union Home Minister Amit Shah campaigned in Guwahati with a roadshow. The Bharatiya Janata Party expelled nine leaders for six years for standing against official nominees. Six other workers were removed from primary membership for supporting rebels
1 hours ago
![Taipei [Taiwan], March 29 (ANI): Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense detected the presence of 19 sorties of Chinese military aircraft](http://newsorbit360.com/files/news/en/imgs/taiwan-detects-19-chinese-sorties.webp?height=520)
Taipei [Taiwan], March 29 (ANI): Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense detected the presence of 19 sorties of Chinese military aircraft, nine naval vessels and two official ships operating around its territorial waters as of 6am (local time) on Sunday.Of the 19
1 hours ago
Did you know that Akshaye Khanna, Sunjay Dutt and Arjun Rampal were hesitant to sign Dhurandhar? Ever since its first instalment, Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar has dominated conversations. At the heart of its success are the film’s standout performances
1 hours ago
Software developer refuses call from IITian CEO who used AI to write email: ‘I definitely won’t have time'A UK-based software engineer publicly declined a meeting request from an IIT-educated founder, citing his AI-written email as the reason. Updated on: Mar 29
1 hours ago
Key takeaways:Heavy Rain Alerts: Orange alert for Bihar, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Sikkim, Assam on 27 March; scattered rainfall expected in northwest plains till 31 March due to active Western Disturbances.Thunderstorms & Gusty Winds: Forecast includes thunderstorm, lightning
1 hours ago
Dhurandhar has been getting attention since its release in December and now its second part is also receiving a lot of love from viewers. Along with the story and acting, many have been talking about the film’s shooting locations. Scenes from places like Bangkok
1 hours ago
On Friday, MCX gold April futures added 0.15 per cent while MCX silver May futures declined 0.09 per cent. Currently, gold futures stand at Rs 1,44,500, while silver futures at Rs 2,27,750 per kg. New Delhi: Gold prices gained 5.77 per cent during the week
1 hours ago
The government on Friday cut excise duty on petrol and diesel by Rs 10 per litre, reducing it to Rs 3 per litre on petrol and Rs 0 on diesel. According to a government order dated Thursday, the excise duty on petrol has been reduced from Rs 13 per litre to Rs 3 per litre, a cut of Rs 10 per litre
1 hours ago
Filmmaker Vetrimaaran stirred conversation at the trailer launch of Neelira after speaking out against what he described as “hate propaganda" in cinema. His remarks quickly caught attention online, with several users speculating that he was referring to Aditya Dhar and Ranveer Singh’s
1 hours ago
Income Tax Rules 2026: From April 1, 2026, the credit cards of individuals will function as extensions of their tax identity under the new rules of the Income Tax framework. This is in line with the new rules and regulations that are being enforced in the country
1 hours ago
In today’s high-pressure world, anger often slips into daily life, whether through stress, frustration, or emotional overload. But what happens when these moments become routine? Experts warn that persistent anger isn’t just an emotional response; it’s a physiological trigger that can quietly
1 hours ago
Samsung Galaxy S26 review: Refining the compact flagship formula with meaningful upgradesCan the Samsung Galaxy S26 deliver a complete flagship experience in a compact form? Lets check out in this review. Published on: Mar 28, 2026 3:00 PM IST Share via Copy link You may be interested in Samsung
1 hours ago
Editorial independence is core to our work. Some links may earn us a commission, without influencing our opinions.Stop mounting huge TVs: These 5 smart 4K projectors can turn any blank wall into a 120-inch home theatreThese projectors deliver 4K Ultra resolution of 3840 x 2160 pixels along with
1 hours ago
The recommendation by a committee at Jammu University on March 22 to purge material about Muhammad Ali Jinnah, Syed Ahmed Khan and Muhammad Iqbal from the MA Political Science syllabus is a distressing signal about the state of higher education in India
1 hours ago
Millions across the US rallied against President Trump's governance, immigration policies, and the war with Iran. Protests, part of the 'No Kings' movement, occurred in all 50 states, with notable gatherings in New York and Washington. Celebrities and veterans voiced strong opposition
1 hours ago
