Total capital commitment for 50:50 JV pegged at Rs 7,200 crore. Auto major Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) has forayed into the life insurance business with the signing of an agreement with Canada’s Manulife to set up a 50:50 joint venture (JV). The total capital commitment for the venture, which is subject to regulatory approvals,  is pegged at Rs 7,200 crore ($800 million) with each partner contributing Rs 3,600 crore. The JV’s valuation is projected to hit Rs 30,000 crore over the next 10 y…

The planned investment is in line with the group’s 2030 strategy focusing on high-growth regions Global logistics company DHL group will invest €1 billion in India by 2030 deepening its commitment to the market. The investment covers previously announced projects and fresh investment in supply chains and warehouses to support e-commerce, clean energy and pharmaceutical sectors in India.....  

Ministry of Defence has inked a contract with Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) for the procurement of INVAR Anti-tank Missiles at a total cost of Rs 2,095.70 crore, under the 'Buy (Indian)' category. The contract was signed by senior officials of the Ministry of Defence and representatives of BDL in the presence of Defence Secretary Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh at South Block, New Delhi on November 13, 2025. The procurement of the INVAR Anti-tank Missiles enhances the firepower and lethality of Tank T-9…

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has announced the successful rollout of the upgraded version of its flagship Passport Seva Programme(PSP). The rollout includes the Passport Seva Programme(PSP V2.0), the Global Passport Seva Programme (GPSP V2.0), and the e-Passport, for citizens in India and those who are residing abroad.In keeping with the Ministry’s commitment to continually enhance the quality of passport-related services and to integrate the latest technological advancements, PSP V2…

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‘India, known as the pharmacy of the world, is a powerhouse in pharmaceuticals and medical technologies, and there is a huge scope of cooperation and collaboration between the two countries amid the Royal Government moving forward with the noble mission of universal healthcare.’ A senior official in the Ministry of Health has urged Indian pharma companies to explore opportunities in Cambodia, alongside supporting the country’s healthcare systems...... More https://bit.ly/3JRpSxW Via khmer…

Congratulating the new direct flight, Prime Minister Hun Manet on his social media writes that the launch reflects the close cooperation between the governments of the two countries. InterGlobe Aviation Limited (IndiGo), an Indian low-cost airline, today launches its first direct flights to Cambodia, connecting Kolkata city to Siem Reap province with three weekly services using Airbus A320neo aircraft.... More https://bit.ly/3Xslx7y Via khmertimeskh.com

·       IndiGo launches direct Kolkata-Siem Reap (Cambodia) flights today https://bit.ly/3Xslx7y ·       Indian pharma firms urged to explore opportunities in Cambodia https://bit.ly/3JRpSxW ·       Welspun Corp eye biz from interlinking of rivers in Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra & Rajasthan https://bit.ly/48aGqdI ·       Figma opens new office in Bengaluru; to hire locally https://bit.ly/3Xr7hfm ·       End of force majeure at Mozambique LNG project, says ONGC h…

MapmyIndia Mappls has secured significant agreements with Survey of India and Indian Oil Corporation Ltd. The company will power Survey of India's National Geo-Platform and provide IoT-based location tech solutions to IOCL. These partnerships are set to expand MapmyIndia's presence in government and related sectors. Homegrown digital maps and platforms company MapmyIndia Mappls on Tuesday announced that it has entered into key agreements with government-run Survey of India and Indian Oil C…

After a year of underperformance, Indian equities are poised for a comeback in 2026, a Goldman Sachs report says. The brokerage has upgraded India back to overweight, citing supportive monetary policy, an earnings revival, and defensible valuations. The report forecasts a 14 per cent upside for the NIFTY by end-2026, with domestic sectors such as financials, autos, and consumer goods expected to lead the recovery. As macro conditions stabilize and foreign flows return, India’s relative valuati…

      The flagship project is the world’s largest single-site solar park A recent report by the International Renewable Energy Agency, in collaboration with the COP30 Brazilian Presidency and the Global Renewables Alliance, revealed that global renewable energy capacity surged to a record 582 gigawatts (GW) in 2024, including 452GW from solar. These achievements are a strong push towards achieving the UAE Consensus target set during COP28 in Dubai, which calls for tripling renewables t…

His Highness highlights emirate’s focus on nurturing talent capable of redefining the future as Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy launches 3rd edition of ‘Create Apps Championship’ His Highness: We are accelerating the development of solutions that will shape tomorrow’s world and advance the ambitious goals of the Dubai Economic Agenda “Our priority is to strengthen Dubai’s position as a supportive and dynamic environment where bold ideas flourish and a global destination for business…

- Building on 30 years of successful operations, Emirates will offer three daily flights on the Dubai-Nairobi route from March 2026 - Additional frequency strengthens connectivity from key markets, driving Kenya's tourism ambitions forward Building on Emirates’ 30th anniversary of operations to Kenya, the world’s largest international airline has announced a third daily flight to Nairobi, commencing 1st March 2026. With the additional frequency, the Kenyan capital will be served with 21 Em…

Landmark route by beOnd from Milan to Saudi Red Sea coast bolsters the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 tourism goals. Red Sea Global (RSG), the developer behind regenerative tourism destinations The Red Sea and AMAALA, has announced the launch of the first ever direct flight from Europe to Red Sea International Airport (RSI). Conducted by beOnd, the world’s first premium leisure airline, the inaugural service from Milan landed at RSI yesterday (12 November), marking a pivotal moment for Saudi Arabia 

- New harbour tug Al Fath arrives as modernisation programme begins - Fahad Al Banna appointed CEO of DP World Tartus DP World has commenced operations at Tartus Port following a formal handover from the Syrian General Authority for Land and Sea Ports and welcomed the new harbour tug Al Fath into service. This marks a major milestone under DP  World’s 30-year concession agreement for Tartus Port, which includes a planned $800 million investment– representing one of the largest international…

Working in close coordination with the National Space Science and Technology Center (NSSTC) at UAE University, Emirates SkyCargo, the cargo arm of the world’s largest international airline, transported Arab Satellite 813 from Dubai to its launch site. The collaboration marks a milestone in the UAE's space journey and highlights the unrivalled strength of the UAE’s global logistics capabilities. Leveraging the airline’s recently launched Aerospace and Engineering vertical, Emirates Sky…

- Showcasing 200+ artworks, 150+ artists, and talent representing 100+ nationalities - Visitors will experience a multisensory instillation featuring FADA’ by Elevision x kanvas  DIFC Art Nights returns for its 20th edition from Thursday 13 to Sunday 16 November,  featuring over 200 artworks, 150+ artists, and representation from 100+ nationalities, uniting thought leaders and the community through immersive experiences, public art, and inspiring conversations. This milestone edition promise…

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- stc is participating in TOURISE 2025 as an official sponsor, supporting the transformation of Saudi Arabia’s tourism sector through innovation and collaboration. - stc’s leading digital solutions feature interactive, data-driven decision-making in tourism investment, operational planning and resource management. stc group, Saudi Arabia’s leading digital enabler, is unveiling a suite of digital solutions for the tourism sector as the official sponsor of TOURISE 2025. The inaugural event, …

Soudah Development, a Public Investment Fund company chaired by His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, has signed a strategic agreement with WSP, a world leading professional services firm, uniting its engineering, advisory and science-based expertise, to develop the regional planning framework for the remaining areas of Soudah Peaks project, a foundational policy instrument that will guide sustainable growth across Soudah and parts …

Singapore ·       Singapore Airlines announces special dividend even as earnings fall more than 67% in first half https://bit.ly/4oyjSJH ·       A*Star and financial institutions to teach AI to understand Singlish: MAS https://bit.ly/47GkO8Z ·       Regulated stablecoins offer value stability, says MAS chief Chia Der Jiun https://bit.ly/4p6FjBn ·       Deal lets DBS PayLah! users make QR payments in more than 100 markets via Ant’s Alipay+ https://bit.ly/47PSqjq · …

‘India, known as the pharmacy of the world, is a powerhouse in pharmaceuticals and medical technologies, and there is a huge scope of cooperation and collaboration between the two countries amid the Royal Government moving forward with the noble mission of universal healthcare.’ A senior official in the Ministry of Health has urged Indian pharma companies to explore opportunities in Cambodia, alongside supporting the country’s healthcare systems...... More https://bit.ly/3JRpSxW Via khmer…

Congratulating the new direct flight, Prime Minister Hun Manet on his social media writes that the launch reflects the close cooperation between the governments of the two countries. InterGlobe Aviation Limited (IndiGo), an Indian low-cost airline, today launches its first direct flights to Cambodia, connecting Kolkata city to Siem Reap province with three weekly services using Airbus A320neo aircraft.... More https://bit.ly/3Xslx7y Via khmertimeskh.com

Singapore ·       Warren Golf & Country Club temporarily closes 3 F&B eateries due to ‘manpower challenges’ https://bit.ly/4rduTSD ·       3 in 4 SMEs not ready to go green due to tighter operating margins, lack of expertise: Report https://bit.ly/4oYNCiK ·       Singtel first-half profit nearly trebles to $3.4 billion on one-off gains; outlook raised for core units https://bit.ly/4r0QGge ·       Singapore can be world’s fintech hub despite fears of AI bubble bu…

Singapore ·       Singapore SMEs to get help adopting generative AI under new initiative https://bit.ly/3Ju77Rh ·       Shopee-owner Sea misses quarterly profit estimates on higher expenses https://bit.ly/49Jt0Xd ·       ‘I remain in Singapore’: Art Works COO assures stakeholders after abrupt liquidation https://bit.ly/3WTWzhg ·       Former Cathay Cineplexes operator mm2 Asia acts to prevent winding-up resolutions https://bit.ly/49aeQyf ·       Grab to inv…

NET INFLOWS of foreign direct investments (FDI) into the Philippines slumped by 40.5% in August, amid a drop in net investments in debt instruments, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) reported on Monday. Preliminary central bank data showed that net inflows declined by 40.5% year on year to $494 million from $830 million in the same month in 2024. This was the lowest amount in two months or since the $376 million recorded in June..... More https://bit.ly/4qNZ1Ul Via bworldonline.com

So far this year, Viet Nam has attracted more than 170 foreign-invested projects in the semiconductor sector, with total registered capital of almost US$11.6 billion, according to Deputy Minister of Science and Technology Bui Hoang Phuong. These projects focus primarily on two key segments of the global semiconductor value chain—chip design and packaging and testing. They include around 60 chip design companies, eight packaging and testing projects, and more than 20 enterprises supplying semic…

The National Robotics Programme (NRP), together with partners, has announced a suite of new initiatives to advance robotics adoption and build a future-ready robotics workforce. The new initiatives include the set-up of a shared testbed, a new collaboration and national standards to advance robot interoperability, and a programme to strengthen talent development. The announcements were made at ROSCon 2025, the world's leading developer conference for open-source robotics, hosted in Singapore for…

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The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) and RINA, a multinational engineering consultancy, inspection, and certification group, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a technology demonstration centre and collaborate on maritime innovation, digitalisation, decarbonisation, and talent development. The MoU was signed on 5 November 2025 by Mr Ang Wee Keong, Chief Executive of MPA, and Mr Carlo Luzzatto, Chief Executive Officer and General Manager of RINA. The techno…