China, Brahmaputra River and Dam

China’s Mega-Dam Project on Brahmaputra Sparks fears of environmental disaster
China plans to build the dam at the “Great Bend,” where the river makes a dramatic U-turn before entering India’s Arunachal Pradesh. The location, marked by tectonic instability, amplifies concerns about potential environmental disasters.
China's Mega Dam: The World's Largest Hydropower Project on the Brahmaputra
China has reaffirmed its plans to construct the world's largest dam on the Brahmaputra River in Tibet, near the Indian border. Despite concerns from India and Bangladesh, China insists the dam will not harm downstream countries.
Rajnath reacts to China's proposed dam on Brahmaputra: ‘Will take measures to protect India’s interest’
The reaction from Rajnath Singh came days after China announced its plan to construct the world's largest dam on the Brahmaputra, and India said it will continue to monitor and take necessary measures to protect its interests.
China to build 'world's largest dam' in Tibet: What is India's answer to it?
Arunachal CM Pema Khandu has said that the Siang Upper Multipurpose Project (SUMP), estimated to cost Rs 1.13 lakh crore, was being planned to mitigate risks of flooding if China released excess water.
China says its world's biggest dam over Brahmaputra will not impact water flows to India
China reiterates plan to build world's biggest dam on Brahmaputra River, ensuring no negative impact on downstream countries.
India says it conveyed concerns to China over hydropower dam in Tibet
Chinese officials say that hydropower projects in Tibet will not have a major impact on the environment or on downstream water supplies.
India On Alert Regarding China’s Proposed Dam On Brahmaputra: Rajnath Singh
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday said the government is on alert regarding China’s plan to construct a mega dam on the Brahmaputra river in Tibet, close to its border with India. Days after China announced its plan to construct the world’s largest dam on the Brahmaputra,
China to build world's largest hydropower dam in Tibet
The project has stoked concerns about displacement and environmental impact downstream in India and Bangladesh.
China Plans World's Largest Hydropower Dam
China is planning to build the largest hydropower dam in the world but there are worries about downstream water supplies.
China's plan to build dams along a contested border with India is raising tensions
China is planning to build a series of enormous hydropower dams. NPR's Ayesha Rascoe talks to Georgetown University professor Mark Giordano about the project and its effect on Sino-Indian relations.
No negative dam impact, says China on India fears
China has assured India that the construction of a mega dam on the Yarlung Tsangpo river in Tibet will not harm the lower riparian states. The project aims to develop clean energy and has been studied for decades to ensure environmental safety.
NASA warns: China’s Three Gorges Dam could slow Earth’s rotation by 0.06 seconds; here’s how
NASA reports that the construction and operation of China's Three Gorges Dam have slowed Earth's rotation by 0.06 ...
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India’s Response to World’s Largest Dam in China Faces Local Opposition
The Siang Upper Multipurpose Project will generate electricity and regulate water flow. But locals are angry about government ...
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India and other South Asian countries should stand up against China’s super dam on Brahmaputra, warns expert
Soon after China approved the construction of the world’s largest hydropower project on the Brahmaputra river, also known as ...
Tibet earthquake a warning by nature to China, says Sikyong Penpa Tsering
Penpa Tsering, who attended the special prayer service in solidarity with the earthquake victims, said that the Chinese government should be mindful about the impacts of the mega projects in Tibet, ...
Earthquakes in Tibet highlight vulnerability of area of proposed Chinese mega dam
A series of earthquakes in Tibet resulted in at least 95 fatalities and widespread devastation, affecting Nepal, India, ...
Opinion - China’s new super-dam carries both geopolitical and environmental risks
China is now the world’s most dammed country, with more large dams in operation than the rest of the world combined.
China Pokes India with New Counties and Mega-dam | Vantage with Palki Sharma
China Pokes India with New Counties and Mega-dam | Vantage with Palki Sharma China ended 2024 with two announcements that sought to provoke India despite the recent border normalisation deal. Beijing ...