China, Tibet and Earthquake

Earthquake in China's Tibet kills more than 120 with tremors felt in Nepal, India
BEIJING: A magnitude 6.8 earthquake rocked the northern foothills of the Himalayas near one of Tibet's holiest cities on Tuesday (Jan 7), Chinese authorities said, killing at least 126 people and flattening hundreds of houses,
China says Tibet earthquake caused no damage to dams, reservoirs
China on Tuesday said the 6.8-magnitude earthquake near one of Tibet’s holiest cities, which claimed at least 126 lives, caused no damage to any dams or reservoirs in the country. The statement by the Ministry of Water Resources came as the earthquake highlighted concerns raised by experts about China’s plan to
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'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.
China pushes ahead with huge — and controversial — dam in Tibet
Beijing has approved plans to dam a gorge in the Himalayas that is three times as deep as the Grand Canyon, despite concerns about the impact on Tibet and India.
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.
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.
India To Monitor China's Mega Tibet Dam Plan
India said Friday it had raised concerns with China about a planned mega hydropower dam construction upstream in Tibet, saying it will "monitor and take necessary measures to protect our interests".
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.
China's mega Dam on the Brahmaputra: What it means for India's water security
The Brahmaputra River, a lifeline to millions in India and Bangladesh, now finds itself at the centre of a major geopolitical storm. On December 25, China approved the construction of the world's largest hydropower project on this river—known as the Yarlung Tsangpo in Tibet.
'Have established water rights, will take necessary measures': India's strong response to China's plans on Brahmaputra River dam
India has raised serious objections to China's announcement about the construction of the world's largest hydropower dam on the Yarlung Tsangpo River, which becomes the Brahmaputra River as it enters India.
Earthquake in Tibet kills more than 120, striking near holy Buddhist city
A strong earthquake struck the foothills of the Himalayas near one of Tibet's holiest cities on Tuesday, killing at least 126 ...
Deadly 6.8 magnitude earthquake strikes Tibet killing at least 95
BEIJING/KATHMANDU- A magnitude 6.8 earthquake struck the foothills of the Himalayas near one of Tibet's holiest cities on ...
China’s Xizang earthquake: Wake-up call on risks to Yarlung Zangbo dam project in Tibet
The earthquake in Xizang or Tibet not only caused significant destruction but also intensified concerns about the safety of ...
India and other South Asian countries should stand up against China's super dam on Brahmaputra, warns expert
Notably, according to the reports, China is planning to build the world's largest dam on the Brahmaputra River in Tibet close to the Indian border. The planned construction of the dam has raised ...
India says conveyed concerns to China over hydropower dam in Tibet
India's foreign ministry said on Friday that New Delhi has conveyed its concerns to Beijing about China's plan to build a ...
China’s Mêdog Dam: A ticking time bomb on India’s doorstep
The proposed Dam will be in the Mêdog county of Nyingchi Prefecture in ...
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China approves the world’s most expensive infrastructure project
That is enough to meet the needs of more than 300m people and more than triple the capacity of the Three Gorges dam, which is ...