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Gold reserves, by contrast, declined by $2.59 billion to $113.81 billion during the week as gold prices fell 0.56 per cent to $4,429 an ounce India’s foreign exchange reserves posted their biggest-ever weekly increase, surging by $44.9 billion to a record $785.7 billion in the week ended September 4, boosted by strong dollar inflows under the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI’s) concessional swap window, especially the foreign currency non-resident (bank) — or FCNR(B) — deposits scheme.... …

Sebi’s Demat 2.0 pilot is testing whether tokenised corporate bonds and the RBI’s wholesale digital rupee can operate on a common settlement infrastructure. While the underlying bonds remain unchanged, the experiment could pave the way for programmable settlement and wider tokenisation of regulated financial assets. Capital markets regulator Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) is testing whether distributed ledger technology (DLT) can become the next layer of infrastructure for the…

Critical minerals, fertilisers and civil nuclear cooperation on the table; Moscow pushes to finalise defence deals as India looks to narrow trade deficit In a bilateral meeting on Friday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin talked about bolstering cooperation across trade, defence, energy, and critical minerals. Aiming to hit $100 billion in bilateral trade by 2030, India pressed for expanded exports to Russia to narrow its growing trade deficit....

  Ziaad Suleiman, South Africa’s digital economy chair, stresses affordable connectivity and ‘fit-for-purpose’ technology for Global South A unified payment system for the 11-member BRICS bloc is achievable with the right trust and regulatory framework, while affordable connectivity remains key to bridging the global digital divide, said Ziaad Suleiman, Chair for the Digital Economy Working Group, South Africa Chapter, BRICS Business Council. Suleiman, who is attending the BRICS business …

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The visit will be Xi's first to India in nearly seven years. He last travelled to the country in 2019 for an informal summit with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Mamallapuram near Chennai Chinese President Xi Jinping will attend the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi from September 12 to 13, the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed on Thursday. This comes as efforts are underway to stabilise ties between the two Asian powers.... More https://bit.ly/3V1WlXB Via businesstoday.in

  The auto parts maker will tap public markets next week, with proceeds earmarked for debt reduction and equipment purchases to expand operations Indian auto parts maker Hero Motors has set a price band of ₹79 to ₹84 per share for its initial ⁠public offering that kicks off next week, a public filing showed early on ‌Thursday. At the top end of the range, the ‌company is seeking a valuation ‌of ⁠about ₹3,815 crore ($401.16 ⁠million).....

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Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, recently concluded its participation in Gamescom 2026 in Cologne, Germany. During the event, the chamber held 16 meetings with companies, investors, publishers, digital platforms, service providers, and other key stakeholders from across the gaming ecosystem. The meetings focused on the opportunities available in Dubai’s digital business ecosystem and ways to strengthen connections betwe…

DP World has handled the largest single maritime delivery of new energy vehicles to Chile, with 1,918 fully electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles discharged at its multipurpose terminal in San Antonio. The arrival also marked the first call by a BYD car carrier at a Chilean port, with the BYD Changzhou visiting the country as part of its inaugural route to South America. The vehicles were discharged for distribution across the Chilean market. According to BYD, the shipment represents the largest …

UAE ·        Sheikh Mohammed directs accelerating delivery of projects and priorities at New Government Season Meeting 2026- 2027 https://bit.ly/4yu44wb ·        UAE announces plans to invest 40 billion euros in Germany to strengthen long-term economic partnership https://bit.ly/4xZdnEr ·        UAE Crown Prince to lead delegation at 18th BRICS Summit as $312 billion trade ties deepen across finance, energy and investment https://bit.ly/4inzIGX ·        Dubai, Hon…

“We are committed to strengthening private sector competitiveness by developing an integrated suite of services that meets the needs of the business community.” - Khalid AlJarwan Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has hosted a special event for companies that recently joined its membership. The event introduced participants to the services and initiatives offered by the chamber to support business and help companies capitalise…

Strategic partners DP World and Asian Terminals Inc. (ATI) have commissioned six state-of-the-art hybrid Rubber-Tyred Gantry (RTG) cranes at Manila South Harbour (MSH), strengthening the terminal’s capacity and supporting safer, more efficient and lower-emission operations. Manufactured by Shanghai Zhenhua Heavy Industries Co. (ZPMC), the new-generation RTGs use hybrid technology to reduce fuel consumption and emissions. They are equipped with advanced safety and operating features, including…

Emirates will be showcasing its first electrically powered Premium Economy seat featuring a full-height adjustable privacy screen for the first time at Arabian Travel Market 2026 (ATM). The region’s leading travel and tourism exhibition will run from 14-17 September. Emirates' new A350 fully electric Premium Economy seat introduces a full-height privacy divider, an industry first. Alongside the newly introduced features, the seat offers preset lounge and meal seating positions, the airline’s…

UAE ·        UAE-Germany: Strong partners for future economies, shared prosperity https://bit.ly/4gSnjs4 ·        Ahmed bin Saeed witnesses signing of Dubai Holding’s landmark AED5 billion construction contract https://bit.ly/4gOSkgk ·        Dubai Holding awards record $1.3 billion contract for new HQ https://bit.ly/46cn9XJ ·        DP World and Gulfcap Africa advance Mombasa Industrial Park investment with shareholders agreement https://bit.ly/4h0f8tQ ·   …

More than 60 local and international companies have expressed interest in the Special Economic Zone, which is expected to support more than 20,000 direct and indirect jobs when complete DP World and Kenya-based GulfCap Africa have taken the next step in the development of the Mombasa Industrial Park, signing a Shareholders Agreement that formalises the joint venture behind the planned 222-hectare Special Economic Zone (SEZ). The agreement, signed in Nairobi in the presence of His Excellency Dr.…

UIDAI is also working on a 10-year technology roadmap that includes post-quantum cryptography, AI-based fraud detection and possible Aadhaar authentication outside India Aadhaar is currently processing around 100 million authentications a day and is preparing to scale this to 250-300 million a day, Neelkantha Mishra, chairman of the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI), said at the Global Fintech Festival 2026..... More https://bit.ly/46fYwt7 Via business-standard.com

UAE ·        Dubai developers launch multi-billion-dirham projects as property investment demand rises https://bit.ly/4iT3jbl ·        Tolerance drives prosperity, investment stability, Minister tells Dubai conference https://bit.ly/3ViSEge ·        Al Zeyoudi holds series of bilateral meetings on sidelines of AIM Investment Summit 2026 to advance UAE’s trade agenda https://bit.ly/4xKgwIb ·        ADGM reinforces Abu Dhabi’s standing as global financial hub wi…

Gulf Development (Gulf) and Singtel Group today announced a strategic partnership to develop new submarine cable connectivity between Thailand and Singapore, reinforcing the two countries' positions as leading digital economies in Southeast Asia. The partnership brings together Gulf's infrastructure development expertise and growing digital business portfolio with Singtel's leadership in submarine cable infrastructure and services. Both companies will develop and invest in subsea cable assets to…

Singapore ·       Regulatory hurdles, subsea cable blueprint must be ironed out for ASEAN Power Grid: Jeffrey Siow https://bit.ly/4iW3Vgm ·       Mary Chia beauty firm appears in court over unpaid CPF contributions https://bit.ly/4imdF3p ·       Singapore's Aster plans to raise naphtha cracker utilisation, executive says https://bit.ly/4yQ4BZF ·       Grab said to be in talks to buy Singapore fintech firm Atome https://bit.ly/4hgJYQ9 ·       Radiant World-funde…

Strategic partners DP World and Asian Terminals Inc. (ATI) have commissioned six state-of-the-art hybrid Rubber-Tyred Gantry (RTG) cranes at Manila South Harbour (MSH), strengthening the terminal’s capacity and supporting safer, more efficient and lower-emission operations. Manufactured by Shanghai Zhenhua Heavy Industries Co. (ZPMC), the new-generation RTGs use hybrid technology to reduce fuel consumption and emissions. They are equipped with advanced safety and operating features, including…

Singapore ·       Redistributing surplus food from hawkers among MP suggestions to reduce waste https://bit.ly/4r04qrX ·       Singapore’s food resilience not about guaranteeing every food product remains available: Grace Fu https://bit.ly/4rbZCzF ·       Grab launches car marketplace with new and pre-owned vehicles for sale https://bit.ly/46b4MCv ·       From Minecraft to $309 million crypto heist: Singaporean forfeits 28 cars to US after guilty plea https://bit.ly…

Singapore ·       Lower en bloc thresholds address costs of maintaining old properties, facilitate renewal: Edwin Tong https://bit.ly/3V22QcV ·       Bruno Mars’ Singapore concert: Be on guard against scams when ticket sales start on Sept 11 https://bit.ly/3UXWw6f ·       Timeline, reclamation profile of western island reclamation not yet determined: Chee Hong Tat https://bit.ly/46Ksju1 ·       HSA warns of banned substance, potent medicinal ingredients in product m…

Singapore ·       Jefferies-linked fund seeks Singapore injunction against Radiant World https://bit.ly/4xcsKby ·       DBS, Citi bypass traditional banking hours with weekend tokenised deposit payment https://bit.ly/4cAsPOO ·       Graduates can stay confident that S’pore is still creating jobs amid tighter job market: Ong Ye Kung https://bit.ly/4r0MVaL ·       More than $1.3 million in auction bids for luxury items seized in $3b money laundering case https://bit.l…

Singapore ·       Pig’s blood is back on the menu. But is Singapore hungry for it? https://bit.ly/4hd9k1h ·       Did Chinese delivery giant Meituan fly a rider to Singapore for curry puffs? https://bit.ly/4gGH1YU ·       New Home Team driving circuit to be built on 16ha site to replace facility in Admiralty https://bit.ly/4gU6Svt ·       Surviving bankruptcy, betrayal and a clot the size of tennis ball: The many lives of Larry Peh https://bit.ly/4ifvO2M ·    �…

Singapore ·       Eight of Singapore’s 20 F-35 jets will be based at Tengah, the rest in the US: Report https://bit.ly/3UTKta2 ·       Vivian Balakrishnan officiates opening of Singapore’s new consulate in JB; meets Malaysia’s King https://bit.ly/4dhPCyZ ·       Robots with ability to stop fights at prisons to be deployed from Oct: Singapore Prison Service https://bit.ly/4ydA5s1 ·       SIT to give undergrads nearly 2 years’ work experience for better job pros…

Singapore ·       Jail for traveller over drunken ruckus at Changi Airport that triggered anti-hijack button https://bit.ly/4x2Fv8o ·       If S’pore decides on nuclear power, major grid changes may not be required https://bit.ly/46BlkUc ·       MPs to push for food resilience in Parliament as prices rise due to climate, geopolitical crises https://bit.ly/45XLQab ·       Cash incentive for lighter electric heavy goods vehicles reduced to $15,000 from Sept 3 https://…

Singapore ·       Singapore renews training programmes for Pacific island officials https://bit.ly/4yj5MAy ·       Frasers Property acquires Cuppage Terrace in Orchard Road area for $175 million https://bit.ly/4wZQlMk ·       Keppel DC REIT spends $1.5 billion on two freehold data centres in Japan https://bit.ly/4xd8BSM ·       ‘Where will all the playgrounds go?’: Parents lament Marina Square closure for revamp in March 2027 https://bit.ly/4h2PKom ·       …