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Welspun Corp's US subsidiary secured a $730 million order to supply coated line pipes for a natural gas pipeline in the Permian region, boosting its global order book to a record $5.25 billion. The pipeline will serve data centers driven by AI expansion. Welspun Corp said on Friday that its US subsidiary has won an order worth about Rs 5,500 crore to supply coated line pipes for a natural gas pipeline project in the Permian region. The order lifts the company’s global order book to a record…
Jio Platforms IPO received a record 1.08 crore applications and was subscribed 7.65 times by 1:15 pm on October 23. Check category-wise demand, bid value, latest GMP and key IPO details. Jio Platforms IPO: The initial public offering (IPO) of Jio Platforms scripted history on the third day of subscription as India's largest ever IPO become world's first ever issue attracted more than 1 crore applications (10 million). The issue will close for subscription Friday, that is, October 23, 2026.......…
The offshore discovery comes as India seeks to expand domestic natural gas supplies and increase gas’s share in its energy mix State-owned Oil India Ltd. (OIL) on Friday said it has made a natural gas discovery in a shallow-water Krishna Godavari basin block that the firm had won in recent Discovered Small Field (DSF) bid rounds.....
· Modi, Tusk push for doubling of Indo-Polish trade, early India-EU trade pact https://bit.ly/48abSIc · India Post revenue crosses ₹4,000 cr for second straight quarter: Scindia https://bit.ly/4z0hVLj · Indian firms must build EU buyer links to gain from FTA, says Ficci https://bit.ly/4eNk2tH · CII urges exporters, MSMEs to tap opportunities under India-New Zealand FTA https://bit.ly/4zRhR0w · Centre notifies new telecom sandbox …
Electric vehicle sales rose 26% during Navratri as higher petrol prices boosted demand, but supply shortages, component constraints and rising bookings left dealers struggling to meet festive demand. Electric vehicles (EVs) are selling at a faster rate than the industry can build, stock and deliver them, and the gap is showing up at dealerships just as the festival season peaks, according to industry sources..... More https://bit.ly/4yWegOy Via business-standard.com
The logistics platform is combining customer data, targeted marketing and doorstep delivery to help restaurant brands strengthen their online ordering channels With food-aggregator commissions, taxes, discounts and promotional expenses potentially consuming up to 40 per cent of an order’s value, Shiprocket is testing a direct-ordering model with two Delhi-NCR restaurant chains, Punjabi Angithi and Bikkgane Biryani. Its fastrr platform will help restaurants use customer data to generate repe…
· Jio Platforms IPO fully subscribed, attracts 3.16x demand on day one https://bit.ly/4BkPWrg · Trump says India deal 'pretty close’ and 'much different' https://bit.ly/4i7wFkb · Rubio tours Reliance’s Jamnagar refinery, pushes energy ties https://bit.ly/4dUEecN · Gujarat woos Japanese investors in Tokyo ahead of Vibrant Gujarat summit-2027 https://bit.ly/4jA8Ns6 · India's data centre boom lifts IT investments, but challenges p…
Delivering India's statement at the UNGA, MP Sudha Murty said outer space must remain a realm for cooperation, not conflict, and called for a universally acceptable, verifiable international agreement India has said outer space should remain a realm for cooperation, not conflict, calling for a legally binding international instrument to prevent an arms race in space. "India is a major space-faring nation. Our space programme has both developmental and security dimensions," Member of Parliament S…
Eligible Reliance Industries shareholders can improve their chances of securing Jio Platforms IPO shares by applying under both the shareholder reservation and the regular retail category, subject to the applicable rules. Reliance Industries shareholders have an additional opportunity to participate in Jio Platforms' ₹30,213 crore initial public offering (IPO), with shares worth ₹2,500 crore reserved for eligible shareholders. Investors who held Reliance Industries (RIL) shares before the…
Bids exceed the 197.5 million shares on offer within the first two hours The initial public offering of Jio Platforms Ltd. was fully subscribed on the first day of bidding, keeping billionaire Mukesh Ambani’s digital venture on track to complete India’s largest-ever listing.....
Middle East
- Isabelle Strauss-Kahn, former senior official at the World Bank and Banque de France, to headline 14th Dubai Precious Metals Conference - Conference returns on 16-17 November under the theme “Reshaping Global Precious Metals Markets” - UAE Ministry of Foreign Trade confirmed as Strategic Partner with His Excellency Minister Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi to deliver keynote DMCC, the leading international business district driving global trade through Dubai, has confirmed Isabelle Strauss-K…
Company is working to develop two drinking water supply projects Salem AlShamsi: “We are committed to opening new horizons for Dubai’s business community to benefit from promising opportunities in global markets and build high-quality partnerships that support its growth and sustainable expansion.” Walid Madwar: ‘’For capital-intensive water infrastructure, the public-private partnership model remains the most effective approach, allowing governments to retain ownership and oversight w…
UAE · IMF forecasts UAE economic growth of 7.7% in 2027 https://bit.ly/3U7RnZu · HSBC research ranks UAE among top three markets for quality of life satisfaction https://bit.ly/4kcRMEp · On sidelines of Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi’s visit, UAE announces intention to invest additional €15 billion in Greece to strengthen economic and strategic partnership https://bit.ly/4i2huKx · UAE-Greece Strategic Forum opens new horizons for priv…
“The arrival of one of the world's most recognised retail investment platforms further strengthens DIFC's ecosystem and reflects the calibre of international firms choosing Dubai as a base for regional expansion. With its proven ability to broaden participation in financial markets, Robinhood is well positioned to contribute to the continued development of the region's investment landscape and to connect a new generation of investors with opportunities across global markets.”– His Excellen…
UAE · Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum inaugurates 12th World Green Economy Summit in Dubai https://bit.ly/4iglAxu · UAE President, Singapore Prime Minister discuss expanding bilateral cooperation in key sectors, launch CEPA negotiations https://bit.ly/4dRR8Z6 · Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah inaugurates first Ras Al Khaimah’s business consultancy in China, strengthening ties with Guangdong https://bit.ly/4yTXv61 · Singapore Prime Minister attends…
Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, has unveiled its new Travel Store in Manama, reinforcing its commitment to delivering enhanced customer experiences in the Kingdom of Bahrain, a key regional destination the airline has been serving for 26 years. The brand-new Emirates Travel Store, located in Seef Boulevard, officially opened its doors on 19 October led by Khalid Bel Jaflah, Emirates’ Divisional Vice President for Commercial Operations, Middle East and North Africa, His E…
- Seasonal outdoor activation at Gate Avenue and Gate District takes place from November 2026 through April 2027.- Enriched line-up features specialty coffee, local fashion labels, experiential pop-ups and regional F&B favourites. “Our vision for ROOFLINE by DIFC extends beyond a seasonal destination. It is about making space for entrepreneurial talent, giving promising businesses greater visibility and creating an environment where new concepts can build meaningful connections with their audi…
UAE · Sheikh Hamdan presents Dubai-it Award to GDRFA’s Red-Carpet Travel Corridor project https://bit.ly/4i9bUEG · Maktoum bin Mohammed meets with Group CEO of HSBC https://bit.ly/4zKfrjZ · Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, French President attend UAE-France Business Dialogue https://bit.ly/4yEuXx3 · UAE and India discuss expanding trade and investment ties in Mumbai https://bit.ly/4zKfRa3 · FTA launches world’s first-of-its…
In the presence of Mohammed bin Rashid bin Mohammed bin Rashid Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has signed two Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) aimed at accelerating the adoption of Agentic AI solutions across Dubai’s private sector, enabling companies to enhance productivity and improve operational efficiency. The agreements were signed with Nebius Academy, the education and training arm of AI cloud company Nebius, …
UAE · UAE President receives French President upon his arrival on official visit to the UAE https://bit.ly/4ia3g9c · Ministry of Economy, Sharjah Publishing City team up to help businesses protect their brands https://bit.ly/47ztAoi · RAK Ruler tells business leaders in Shenzhen: ‘Stability and trust are the true pillars of progress’ https://bit.ly/4itCdHc · Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy signs two MoUs to accelerate adoption of A…
South East Asia
Singapore · GovTech retrenches 38 employees in second wave of layoffs https://bit.ly/4jFG5pL · Firms here should ‘act now’ to fix critical PHP vulnerabilities: Singapore’s cybersecurity chief https://bit.ly/4BDl8lV · tabla! launches Leadership Exchange Series with dialogue focusing on S’pore-India bilateral relations https://bit.ly/3U9YfWe · New structural gaps are appearing in the workforce even as economy continues to grow: Ng Chee Me…
Singapore · S'pore rises to 14th spot in global rule of law ranking; 2nd for absence of corruption https://bit.ly/4z3QbFG · Why is it difficult to identify companies linked to fires? How can S’pore’s haze law be strengthened? https://bit.ly/4dLfcgk · App to help diners with visual impairment at hawker centres among ideas at inaugural challenge https://bit.ly/3UF31ev · World needs ‘bridge builders’ to make the transition to new multipola…
Singapore · N95 masks available at all FairPrice outlets, pharmacies; other retailers to restock by end of week https://bit.ly/4k7bm4Q · Singapore, Sweden to boost cooperation in clean energy transition, public policy https://bit.ly/4hXotEx · Tackling workplace ageism is critical in super-aged Singapore, says expert https://bit.ly/4jxaaaY · Sparks fly as special region-specific Pikachu goes live at Changi Airport https://bit.ly/3UcmvH0 · …
Singapore · Singapore and Sweden to expand cooperation in emerging tech, sustainable energy https://bit.ly/4icrq2T · Singapore, Qatar to explore further cooperation in energy security, supply chain resilience https://bit.ly/3U5DIlp · 500 new allotment gardening plots in Singapore open for application from Oct 20 https://bit.ly/4zHF3y5 · NLB teams up with Rakuten Kobo for new hybrid reading space at City Square Mall https://bit.ly/4yYIocg · …
Singapore · Personal mobility aid catches fire at Yishun HDB block, no injuries reported https://bit.ly/480bDzg · Malaysia’s Firefly cancels Seletar-Subang flights for 10th day due to haze https://bit.ly/3TNX7HH · Beware of scammers impersonating investment personalities, financial gurus: Police https://bit.ly/3WcOaIA · Hom Yoga to close permanently following Valley Point redevelopment, Orchard Central exit https://bit.ly/4zzIUNx · …
SGX Group (Singapore Exchange) has been named “World’s Best Derivatives Exchange” at the Euromoney Markets Awards, a recognition of its leadership in establishing a derivatives marketplace of global relevance. As market structures become more fragmented and regulation increasingly shapes how and where capital can move, SGX Group has strengthened its role as an open, internationally accessible venue for price discovery and risk management spanning equities, foreign exchange and commodities.…
Singapore · What to know about paying for elderly parents’ expenses https://bit.ly/3TKrXB0 · SIA passenger traffic up 2.8% in September; cargo demand jumps on AI, chip shipments https://bit.ly/4e0bzDp · Two S’pore-listed palm oil firms named in Greenpeace report on Indonesian plantation fires https://bit.ly/4yIBmrf · EL Development puts in sole bid for Marina Gardens Lane site at $450 million or $1,243 psf ppr https://bit.ly/4jXMxbw · …
Singapore · Is Singapore’s wealth gap the new social divide? https://bit.ly/4dGhnl7 · Teen conspired with ‘John Wick’ to launder money for Malaysian syndicate https://bit.ly/4dCephw · Anthropic to work with Singapore to evaluate AI models for safety and security https://bit.ly/3VARLjB · New cyberincident helpline promises triage callback within two hours https://bit.ly/4jmkaUo · Crypto hardware wallet maker Ledger suspends sa…
Singapore · Singaporeans advised to defer travel to Saudi Arabia due to heightened security risks: MFA https://bit.ly/4ewYMbx · Aesthetic doctor injected woman with excessive dermal fillers, causing long-term side effects https://bit.ly/4yHXa6Z · Singapore firm NEU Battery Materials secures US$7.6m to scale up lithium recycling, expand overseas https://bit.ly/4AVG9aS · Blackstone-backed AirTrunk delays Singapore REIT IPO amid AI stock sell-off,…
Singapore · Tech leaders, govt officials urged to be candid about cybersecurity issues, identify common ground https://bit.ly/47gZFBb · Govts must incentivise private sector to hire fresh grads amid declining entry-level roles: Tharman https://bit.ly/4yMQfJV · Man uses shell companies to rent landed homes, later defaulting on rent and refusing to move out https://bit.ly/4igMS7Z · Plan to test driverless buses on 2 SBST routes called off as LTA …