China's CFMoto Is Growing While The Rest Of The Motorcycle Market Is Barely Moving CFMoto registrations are up nearly 50 percent in the US, while the overall motorcycle market has barely grown in 2026. RideApart · Aug 27
PM Modi to visit Uzbekistan from August 29-30, attend SCO summit in Kyrgyzstan from August 31 Prime Minister Modi will visit Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan for the SCO summit. He will attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. Chinese President Xi Jinping is also expected to attend the important summit. This visit occurs as India and China work to improve bilateral relations. Discussions will focus… The Economic Times · Aug 27
Barrier lake near Nepal border could breach in 3 days, China warns as hundreds dead in flash floods A barrier lake formed near the confluence of the Chhochen Khola and Purepu Tsangpo rivers in Nepal could face a high risk of breaching over the next three days, Global Times reported citing Chinese authorities on Thursday. This comes as hundreds died and thousands remain missing after catastrophic flash floods… The Times of India · Aug 27
Nasdaq Futures Rally on Blowout Nvidia Earnings, Fed’s Jackson Hole Summit in Focus September Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQU26) are up +1.06% this morning as stellar results and guidance from Nvidia revived enthusiasm for the AI trade. Barchart · Aug 27
After six months, the Iran war has reached its endgame, a costly stalemate The Iran war has reached a costly stalemate after six months of conflict. The Iranian government faces economic siege but believes it has time on its side. Tehran is betting that China and India will not fully comply with US sanctions. Washington's latest measures shift the battlefield to Iran's oil… The Economic Times · Aug 27
Business Brief (Aug. 27): China to Accelerate Emerging Industries Anthropic reportedly targets a record-breaking IPO; OpenAI showcases self-developed inference chips to rival Nvidia Caixin Global · Aug 27
How leftover wheat straw stopped China’s shifting desert sands and helped bring vegetation back A simple straw checkerboard system developed at Shapotou in China’s Tengger Desert helped protect the Baotou-Lanzhou railway from shifting sand while creating conditions for vegetation to return. By slowing wind and stabilising dunes, the technique dramatically reduced sand movement and gradually helped turn barren desert surfaces into more stable, living… The Economic Times · Aug 27
China to supply bulk of India’s fertiliser tender in major sale China will ship at least 1.2 million tons of urea to India soon as part of India's recent tender for the key fertiliser. This marks an improvement in global urea market tightness after earlier disruptions. China's loosened export controls are contributing to increased fertiliser availability worldwide. The Economic Times · Aug 27
"The scale of damage is so high, it's like a parlay, we cannot imagine": Former National Reconstruction Authority CEO on Nepal floods Nepal grapples with a severe humanitarian crisis after devastating flash floods hit its northern districts. India has swiftly responded by dispatching substantial humanitarian aid and essential supplies. Experts highlight the immense scale of damage, exceeding previous disasters. Reconstruction efforts will require extensive financial and technical support from international partners. Regional… The Economic Times · Aug 27
BMW Hits 2 Million Electric Cars, China And US Lag BMW Neue Klasse models help BMW iX3 and i5 drive a 28% European BEV share, even as China and US demand diverge sharply. Motor1 · Aug 27
People from more than 30 countries are missing after the flash floods in Nepal and China A glacier collapse in Tibet caused catastrophic flash flooding in a border area of China and Nepal The Independent UK · Aug 27
How burying straw helped China stabilise shifting desert sand and restore vegetation In the Tengger Desert of China, wheat straw remnants have effectively stabilised shifting sand dunes through a simple yet innovative technique. By altering wind flow and curbing sand movement, the decaying straw rejuvenates the soil, fostering the growth of vegetation. This successful approach not only restores degraded desert landscapes but… The Times of India · Aug 27
Pernod Ricard blames weak US, Chinese markets for 26% profit fall Pernod Ricard has seen a significant decline in profits, primarily driven by soft market conditions in the US and China. The company's annual earnings faced challenges due to rising tariffs and a 14% drop in turnover linked to currency fluctuations. The Economic Times · Aug 27
'OMG, OMG!' Villagers run for life as flash flood chases them after swallowing bridge - watch video A flash flood in Nepal's Rasuwa district sent torrents of muddy water and debris through communities along the Nepal-China border, with terrifying videos capturing people scrambling for safety as the waters surged through the region. At least 162 people have been killed and hundreds remain missing after the disaster. The Times of India · Aug 27
The Independent UK · Aug 27 Chinese foreign minister calls for US and China to 'overcome obstacles' ahead of presidential summit China’s foreign minister says his country and the United States need to overcome obstacles between the nations ahead of an expected September summit between U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping
Newslaundry · Aug 27 More than 1,300 are missing in Nepal and Tibet after catastrophic floods caused by glacial collapse Rescue teams were searching for hundreds of missing people along the Nepal-China border after a catastrophic and deadly torrent of floods and mud swept through several communities a day earlier following a glacial collapse.
The Guardian - AU · Aug 27 What caused the catastrophic flood in Nepal and Tibet – and how does a glacier collapse? A glacial collapse registering as a magnitude 5.2 seismic event occurred near the border on Wednesday morning
The Economic Times · Aug 27 Global Market: China stocks rise as Nvidia outlook boosts AI and hardware shares China’s mainland stocks rose on Thursday, led by AI, semiconductor and hardware companies after Nvidia delivered an upbeat revenue outlook, reinforcing expectations of strong AI infrastructure demand. The CSI300 and Shanghai Composite gained, while Hong Kong shares traded lower. Gold miners and non-ferrous metal stocks also extended their recent rally.
The Times of India · Aug 27 'Accusation helps nothing': China rejects Nepal's 'dam collapse' claim over floods China on Thursday rejected Nepal’s claim that the collapse of a “geological disaster dam” on the Chinese side triggered the massive devastation in Nepal.
The Economic Times · Aug 27 Nepal Flash Flood latest news updates: Death toll climbs to 270, with over 1200 missing; India on alert Nepal Flash Flood News Updates: At least 270 people have died and more than 1200 are reported missing after a glacial collapse triggered flash floods and mudslides along the Nepal-China border. Nepal has recovered 270 bodies, while Tibet reported three deaths. India placed Bihar and Uttar Pradesh on alert as…
Euronews · Aug 27 Around 1,300 people missing in Nepal and Tibet after catastrophic floods caused by a glacial collapse Officials in Nepal earlier said 826 people, including some 341 foreigners, are missing after the Bhotekoshi-Trishuli floods.
The Economic Times · Aug 27 China’s bold bet on green hydrogen could determine fuel’s future China is making a substantial investment in green hydrogen technology. This ambitious plan aims to significantly increase operational capacity by the decade's end. The nation leverages its vast industrial base and surplus clean energy for this initiative. Success hinges on overcoming cost challenges and fostering demand for the fuel. This…
The Independent UK · Aug 27 Nepal flash floods latest: At least 469 dead as rescuers race to find survivors amid fears of second flood Nearly 650 foreigners unaccounted for since disaster in Nepal and Tibet as villages up to 30 miles away wiped out
International Business Times UK · Aug 27 Nepal Border Mudslide Today Wipes Out Villages in Under a Minute as Hundreds Feared Dead or Missing At least 47 American tourists are missing after a glacier-fed flood wiped out villages on the Nepal-China border, killing more than 150 as US families await State Department updates.
The Economic Times · Aug 27 Asian Games 2026 Cricket Full Schedule: Check match dates, timings, fixtures and India squads led by Shreyas Iyer and Harmanpreet Kaur The schedules for cricket competitions at the Asian Games 2026, set to take place in Japan, have just been announced. India’s men’s and women’s teams, defending champions for both tournaments, will mark their participation soon. The women kick off their campaign on September 17, facing hosts Japan the following day,…