south china sea news

China’s Latest Tool to Control a Disputed Atoll: a Strange Floating Platform

PREMIUM

A ship identified by the Philippine Coast Guard as a Chinese research vessel is seen towing a floating structure at Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea.

world news

Published on Jun 23, 2026 07:35 pm IST

Suspected structure seen at disputed South China Sea atoll, but later gone

A satellite image shows a possible raft at the opening to Scarborough Shoal, in the South China Sea.

world news

Published on Jun 05, 2026 02:35 pm IST

Why Quad is still not seen as a serious enterprise

Quad projects are the sum of each member’s strengths, implemented through dozens of countries. (AP)

opinion

Published on Jun 02, 2026 02:42 pm IST

China Is Building Another Massive Base in the South China Sea

PREMIUM

A satellite image of Antelope Reef taken in February.

world news

Published on Apr 02, 2026 02:59 pm IST

Russian Oil Bound for China Is Diverted as India Grabs More

The tanker Aqua titan, carrying Russian oil, was initially heading to China.

india news

Published on Mar 18, 2026 04:20 pm IST

Russian oil tanker ditches China, ‘hurries’ to India amid global energy crisis

The tanker Aqua titan, carrying Russian oil, was initially heading to China.

world news

Updated on Mar 19, 2026 12:00 am IST

Tensions rise in South China sea after Chinese drone violates Taiwan's airspace

All four Chinese sorties crossed the median line and entered Taiwan's southwestern ADIZ.

world news

Published on Jan 25, 2026 12:00 pm IST

Keen to work with India for stability in Indo-Pacific: US

US President Donald Trump (right) and Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney attend the FIFA World Cup 2026 Draw at John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, in Washington, D.C., on Friday. (REUTERS)

india news

Published on Dec 06, 2025 04:48 am IST

US Navy helicopter, jet crash into South China Sea; Beijing ready to 'assist'

The helicopter was conducting operations from the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz.

world news

Updated on Oct 27, 2025 11:17 pm IST

China accuses Australia of covering up airspace intrusion in South China Sea

China was referring to an incident around the Paracel Islands in which Australia claimed a Chinese fighter jet dropped flares near one of its maritime patrol planes.

world news

Published on Oct 22, 2025 03:12 pm IST

China, Malaysia set to hold joint military drill in October

us news

Updated on Oct 08, 2025 03:25 pm IST

Philippines says important that China does not militarise disputed Scarborough Shoal

world news

Published on Oct 03, 2025 01:38 pm IST

Tensions rise between China, Philippines as ships collide in disputed waters

An aerial view of a China Coast Guard ship navigating near the disputed Scarborough Shoal, in the South China Sea.

world news

Updated on Sept 16, 2025 03:01 pm IST

China's newest aircraft carrier sails through Taiwan Strait for the first time

China's third and newest aircraft carrier, the Fujian, sailing in the East China Sea.

world news

Published on Sept 12, 2025 04:16 pm IST

U.S.-China Rivalry Sparks a Submarine Arms Race

PREMIUM

U.S.-China Rivalry Sparks a Submarine Arms Race

world news

Published on Sept 09, 2025 06:30 pm IST

Australia, Philippines launch largest military exercise near South China Sea

FILE PHOTO: An aerial view of a China Coast Guard ship navigating near the disputed Scarborough Shoal, as Philippine Coast Guard aircraft carrying journalists patrols the area, days after two Chinese vessels collided in the area while allegedly trying to block a Philippine supply mission, in the South China Sea, August 13, 2025. REUTERS/Adrian Portugal/File Photo

world news

Updated on Aug 15, 2025 07:19 pm IST

China accuses Philippine vessels of 'dangerous manoeuvres' after ships collided

An aerial view of a China Coast Guard ship navigating near the disputed Scarborough Shoal, as Philippine Coast Guard aircraft carrying journalists patrol the area.

world news

Published on Aug 15, 2025 02:07 pm IST

Shared strategic interests bind New Delhi and Manila

The convergence of strategic priorities, countering Chinese assertiveness, diversifying partnerships, and building maritime resilience has positioned India-Philippines ties as a pragmatic and purposeful partnershi (Rashtrapati Bhavan)

opinion

Published on Aug 10, 2025 08:34 pm IST

Philippines, India hold first joint sail in South China Sea

Rear Admiral Susheel Menon, Flag Officer Commanding Eastern Fleet (FOCEF), Rear Admiral Joe Anthony C Orbe, Commander Philippine Fleet and Ambassador of India to the Philippines, Harsh Kumar Jain, pose for a picture following indian naval ships' arrival, in Manila on Saturday.

india news

Published on Aug 04, 2025 02:07 pm IST

Philippines, India hold first joint sail in South China Sea

us news

Updated on Oct 07, 2025 04:48 am IST

Philippines Prez India visit to coincide with South China Sea joint naval drill

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. (REUTERS)

india news

Published on Jul 30, 2025 07:57 pm IST

US Pentagon chief warns China prepares for military action in Asia amid tensions

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth accused Beijing of building up military capabilities to potentially invade Taiwan and “rehearsing for the real deal” through repeated large-scale exercises.

world news

Updated on May 31, 2025 08:59 pm IST