India, Dec. 29 -- China's latest round of military drills around Taiwan has escalated regional tensions, spilling over into civilian life through major air travel disruptions and heightened security alerts.

According to an AFP report, Taiwan has detected intensified Chinese military activity across its surrounding airspace and waters.

Data released by the defence ministry showed that 89 Chinese military aircraft, along with 28 warships and coastguard vessels, were operating near the democratic island on Monday, the highest single-day tally of Chinese aircraft since October 15, 2024.

Taiwan's aviation authorities said airspace and flight routes would be severely restricted on Tuesday due to the drills, warning that the exercises would c...