Japan's Nikkei Average Tops 60,000 for First Time
The Japan Nikkei average has topped 60,000 intraday for the first time. Nikkei Asia reports this achievement....
Topic: Asia
Beijing Auto Show to Highlight Electric Vehicles in China
The Beijing auto show will focus on electric vehicles and their role in China's export market. Nikkei Asia reports that the show will showcase China's shift towards sustainable energy....
Tesla and SpaceX Partner with Intel for AI Chip Production
Tesla and SpaceX have partnered with Intel to produce AI chips at Terafab, a facility owned by Elon Musk. Nikkei Asia reports this development....
China's Solar Exports Reach Record High in March Amid Iran War
China's solar exports reached a record high in March due to the ongoing war between Iran and other countries. Nikkei Asia reports that China is benefiting from the conflict....
Pakistan Officials Blame US Blockade for Stalled Talks
Pakistan officials claim that a US blockade is responsible for stalled talks with Iran, not divisions within the Iranian government. Nikkei Asia reports this development....
Hong Kong's jobless rate dips for second successive quarter
Hong Kong's unemployment rate fell by 0.1 percentage point to 3.7 per cent in the first quarter, marking a second consecutive decline across rolling three-month periods....
South Korean army removes poster with controversial hand gesture
A South Korean army recruitment poster featuring a little-known cultural sensitivity has been removed. The Korea Herald reports that the finger pinching gesture in the poster is associated with man-hating in South Korea....
China's EV Makers Challenge BMW, Mercedes-Benz
Chinese electric vehicle (EV) makers will showcase new premium models at Auto China, challenging European manufacturers like BMW and Mercedes-Benz....
Turkey Passes Bill to Restrict Social Media Access for Minors
Turkish lawmakers passed a bill restricting access to social media platforms for children under 15, following a school shooting in southern Turkey....
US accuses China of 'intimidation campaign' to block Taiwan president’s Africa trip
The United States accused China of pressuring African nations to block a planned visit by Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te. Beijing denied the claims while expressing support for the states in question....
Why Are Telangana RTC Employees Protesting? What Are Their Demands?
Employees of the Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (RTC) are protesting against certain demands. However, the exact reasons behind their protests and what they are demanding remain unclear....
Pakistan Mining Project Attack Kills at Least 10
At least 10 people were killed in a militant attack on a mining project site in Pakistan's Chagai district. Officials say the motive behind the attack is not yet clear, and an investigation is ongoing....
Pakistan Mining Project Attack Kills at Least 10
At least 10 people were killed in a militant attack on a mining project site in Pakistan's Chagai district. The attack occurred on April 22 when around 40 militants stormed the site. The motive behind the attack is not y...
Tamil Nadu Elections: Robots Greet Voters at Polling Booths in Vellore
In a unique initiative, election officials in Tamil Nadu have deployed robots to assist voters at polling booths in Vellore district. The move is aimed at improving the voting experience....
Pakistan Mining Project Attack Kills at Least 10
The attack on a mining project in Pakistan's Chagai district has left at least 10 people dead. Officials report that around 40 militants stormed the site, but details about the incident are still emerging....
TN Polls 2026: Cash Seizures Spark Protests
Election officials seized ₹8.20 lakh in cash from a DMK functionary's office in Tamil Nadu, sparking protests. BJP leader Annamalai urged voters to ignore the issue and vote conscience....
Petition calls for renewed investigation into South Korean police officer's death
A petition has been launched calling for a renewed investigation into the death of a 19-year-old woman, who died by suicide after a South Korean police decision to drop her sexual assault case. The petition has collected...
Malaysia's Negeri Sembilan ruler faces challenge from traditional chiefs
The ruler of Negeri Sembilan in Malaysia is facing a challenge from four powerful traditional chiefs, who claim to have removed him. The state government has assured that it will continue to function as usual....
Kannada Fantasy Thriller 'Jerax' to Premiere on ZEE5
Srinidhi Bengaluru's Kannada fantasy comedy thriller 'Jerax' is set to premiere on ZEE5, starring Nagagbhushana and Payal Chengappa....
West Bengal Election Violence
Clashes broke out between AJUP and TMC workers in Murshidabad during West Bengal's state assembly polls....