ASEAN Inflation: Vietnam and Philippines Hit Hardest by Iran War
Vietnam and the Philippines have been hit hardest by inflation in ASEAN due to the Iran war. Reuters reports that food prices have increased significantly, while Nikkei Asia notes that both countries have seen a surge in...
Japan's Old Arms in Demand as Export Rules Eased
Japan's export of old arms has increased following the easing of rules. Nikkei Asia reports that the country is seeing a rise in demand for its military equipment, particularly from Southeast Asian countries....
Vietnam Taps South Korea for Renewed Nuclear Power Plan
Vietnam has partnered with South Korea to develop a new nuclear power plan. Nikkei Asia reports that the two countries have agreed to work together on the project, which is expected to provide significant economic benefi...
China's Economy Tops Tensions as US Companies' Main Concern: AmCham
The US-China trade tensions have created uncertainty for American companies operating in China. AmCham reports that the economy is a major concern for businesses, while Nikkei Asia notes that companies are also worried a...
Nikkei Asia Webinar - Decoding Sanae Takaichi: Japan's First Female PM and the Road Ahead
A webinar organized by Nikkei Asia discussed the implications of Sanae Takaichi becoming Japan's first female Prime Minister. The discussion focused on her policies and what they mean for Japan's future....
Delhi woman rape and murder case: Rajasthan police probing rape charge against accused man
The police in Rajasthan are investigating a serial offender suspected of raping and murdering a woman in Delhi. The suspect has been accused of similar crimes in the past....
Karnataka SSLC exam-1 results: State toppers reflect on their journey
The top-scoring students in Karnataka's Class 10 exams have spoken about their preparation and strategies for achieving a perfect score. The results show that hard work and dedication are key to success....
US extends sanctions waiver on Russian oil purchase after request from over 10 countries
The US has extended a sanctions waiver allowing several countries, including those in Eastern Europe, to continue purchasing Russian oil. The decision comes after a request from more than 10 countries....
In photos: First phase of voting in West Bengal amid clashes
The first phase of voting in the West Bengal elections was marked by clashes between supporters of rival parties. Despite the tension, voters turned out in large numbers to cast their ballots....
Indonesia’s new food labels are ‘long overdue’, but can they help fight rising obesity?
Indonesia has introduced new front-of-pack nutrition labelling. Health advocates welcome the move, but experts say it's only a first step in tackling Indonesia's growing burden of diet-related diseases....
Tamil Nadu Votes Amid Reports of Incident
The election in Tamil Nadu started with long queues of people waiting outside the polling stations to exercise their franchise. A policeman was stabbed at a polling booth, and an ex-serviceman has been arrested. The susp...
Henderson Land Wins Contract for Central Harbourfront Event Space
A joint venture between Henderson Land Development and concert organiser YW Company has won a five-year contract to operate the Central Harbourfront Event Space in Hong Kong. The government will be compensated if the num...
Karnataka SSLC Exam Results
Two students have achieved top scores in the Karnataka SSLC exam-1 results. Dhanush from Begaluru attributed his success to balancing study and play, while Sukhadeva from Raichur studied only four to five hours a day....
'Hellhole on the Planet' Critique Reposted by Trump
US President Donald Trump reposted a critique from conservative author Michael Savage targeting India and China over birthright citizenship. The author argued that such practices create a loophole for illegal immigration...
AI-Powered Platform Launched by Aokah
Aokah has launched an AI-powered platform called Explorer and Builder, which enables enterprises to make faster location decisions and build GCCs with execution confidence. Three global enterprises are already using the ...
X Square Robot Unveils New Embodied AI Model
X Square Robot, backed by major Chinese tech companies, has unveiled a next-generation embodied AI foundation model for home robots. The first deployments in everyday households will begin within 35 days....
Ruby Lal Discusses History and Culture
Historian-author Ruby Lal spoke about the importance of history as part of a thinking civilization. She discussed her work on Nur Jahan, the tiger-hunting wife of Mughal emperor Jahangir....
Watch: Meet Nila, Vellore’s friendly poll booth robot
A video showcases a robot named Nila assisting voters at a polling booth in Vellore. The robot is designed to help voters with their ballots and provide information....
Pudu Robotics Raises Nearly USD 150 Million, Exceeds USD 1.5 Billion Valuation
Pudu Robotics has raised nearly USD 150 million in a funding round, exceeding its valuation of USD 1.5 billion. The company is known for its autonomous robots and has seen significant growth in recent years....
From South America to South India: A Young Life Stands Tall Again After Complex Robotic Spine Surgery
A young person from South America underwent a complex robotic spine surgery in South India, successfully regaining their mobility....