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India
· PMO tells Ministries to find ways to save fuel, forex amid West Asia crisis https://bit.ly/4a6cJee · India can count on me, says Trump https://bit.ly/4v6zZ3U · Iran signals Hormuz reopening: 'Shipping traffic will return to pre-war levels within...' https://bit.ly/4wMG8UL · US has emerged as strong energy partner; India will continue to buy from multiple sources: Jaishankar https://bit.ly/4wTx14O · 'Not targeted at India': Marco …
Before founding EUME, Naina built a strong foundation in luxury brand management. For many modern travellers, comfort often comes at the cost of style. Bags that are functional tend to look utilitarian, while stylish ones rarely solve everyday travel challenges. This gap frustrated Naina Parekh early on. “I noticed travellers were compromising between aesthetics and practicality, and there was a real opportunity to rethink what travel essentials could be,” EUME Co-founder Parekh recalled....…
JSW Group Chairman Sajjan Jindal said the impact of the ongoing Middle East conflict on India’s industrial growth would remain temporary and unlikely to last beyond two months. He said India’s long-term growth trajectory remains strong, supported by rising capital expenditure and healthy corporate balance sheets. Sajjan Jindal said Indian industries continue to focus on long-term expansion plans despite geopolitical tensions, with sectors such as electric vehicles, steel and ma…
Ministry and consumer protection agency to investigate whether cancellation charges imposed by online platforms is excessive Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, Pralhad Joshi, on Saturday directed the Consumer Affairs Ministry and the Central Consumer Protection Authority to launch an investigation into cancellation charges practices followed by online ticketing platforms.....
India is steadily gaining ground in Apple's AirPods supply chain as Foxconn ramps up production at its Hyderabad facility India has wrested some share in the global production of Apple’s AirPods from Vietnam and China, the top two manufacturers in the world in that order. AirPods are earbuds and headphones. According to the latest data estimated from Smart Analytics Global (SAG), India, where production started only in April last year, had a mere 1 per cent share in the global ass…
With this acquisition, Dalmia Bharat’s total cement capacity will increase from 49.5 MTPA to 54.7 MTPA Dalmia Bharat Limited will invest ₹2,850 crore to acquire a 5.2 million tonne per annum (MTPA) cement capacity portfolio along with associated assets from Jaiprakash Associates Limited (JAL) as part of the insolvency resolution process being implemented under the Adani Group-led resolution plan....
Addressing the BSF’s Rustamji Memorial lecture, Shah said the initiative aims to curb infiltration and create an impenetrable security grid, while also stressing efforts to prevent demographic changes in border areas Amit Shah on Friday said the government will launch a “smart border” project in the next year to make the 6,000 km fronts with Pakistan and Bangladesh impenetrable and ensure that the “conspiracy” to change the demography of the areas is defeated.....
Reliance 4IR Realty Development, Adani and Hanware Realty placed bids for the SVP Nagar redevelopment project in Andheri West. Real estate companies Adani Properties, Reliance 4IR, Lodha Developers, and JSW Realty & Infrastructure are among the companies that have submitted bids for the redevelopment of three major housing colonies occupying more than 20o acres of prime land in Mumbai’s Worli, Bandra Reclamation, and Andheri West..... More https://bit.ly/4dLTAzE Via businesstoday.in
· PM Modi's five-nation tour will result in $40 bn investments in India: MEA https://bit.ly/4v4zI1z · Nordic outreach: India will benefit from technology and capital flows https://bit.ly/3Rlw8BD · Nifty 50 may hit 28,000–30,000 by end of FY27: smallcase https://bit.ly/4uXPfjC · '100 is just a number. Let it depreciate': Arvind Panagariya to RBI as rupee nears 97/$ https://bit.ly/3RnbjWs · ‘A great ally’: Marco Rubio highlight…
Adani Ports and Adani Power have signed definitive agreements worth Rs 5,693 crore to acquire logistics and power assets of Jaiprakash Associates under the NCLT-approved resolution plan. The deals include Kanpur land assets, a 24% stake in Jaiprakash Power Ventures and a 180 MW thermal power plant....
Middle East
UAE · GLOBSEC Forum 2026: UAE outlines its response to disruption of global trade routes, reaffirming its position as stable, resilient trade hub https://bit.ly/49ld9NP · 'New Horizons' expands to 27 promising global markets boosting trust in Dubai https://bit.ly/4dHeOye · Fitch affirms UAE’s ‘AA-’ rating with stable outlook https://bit.ly/4x3j2JI · AED9.4 billion invested by ADFD in Jordan’s strategic projects since 1974 https…
“We remain committed to strengthening economic ties between Dubai and Ethiopia and creating new channels for cooperation that unlock partnership opportunities for private sector companies in both markets.” H.E. Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah - Dubai’s non-oil trade with Ethiopia increased to AED 22.3 billion in 2025, recording significant year-on-year growth of 236.6%. - 1,676 Ethiopian companies were registered as active members of Dubai Chamber of Commerce by the end of Q1 2026. Dubai Chambe…
Gallega Global Logistics has inaugurated a new 215,000 sq. ft. multi-user 3PL Logistics Hub at Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza), expanding regional logistics capacity and enabling faster, more reliable distribution across the UAE and wider GCC. The new facility will support advanced fulfilment through ultra-large, multi-user warehousing facilities equipped with integrated management systems, flexible storage solutions and technology-enabled logistics services. It is expected to create 200+ jobs and e…
The move aims to enhance productivity and empower the workforce Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has adopted Microsoft 365 Copilot Cowork, becoming the first government entity in the UAE to launch this initiative. This move underscores DEWA’s continued leadership in using advanced artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to improve the way it works and delivers services. It represents a major step in leveraging AI agents to support everyday work across the organisation. Copilot Co…
The move aims to enhance productivity and empower the workforce Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has adopted Microsoft 365 Copilot Cowork, becoming the first government entity in the UAE to launch this initiative. This move underscores DEWA’s continued leadership in using advanced artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to improve the way it works and delivers services. It represents a major step in leveraging AI agents to support everyday work across the organisation. Copilot Co…
Virtual session attracts 121 participants from the business community Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has organised a webinar in collaboration with the Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority to raise awareness among the private sector about the Parent-friendly Label programme. The virtual session attracted 121 representatives from 80 companies and highlighted the programme’s participation pathways and key benefits for companies.…
UAE · Hamdan bin Mohammed approves second, larger AED1.5 billion economic incentives package https://bit.ly/4f1Vi20 · ECI highlights strategic role in supporting UAE exporters amid global trade volatility https://bit.ly/4tTBi5k · ADNOC deploys industry-first heavy-duty robot to strengthen safety, reliability https://bit.ly/4v4u6UZ · Dubai Holding Asset Management breaks ground on AED680 million Lantana Hills project https://bit.ly/4dHET…
“We are pleased to welcome Gordian Capital to DIFC as it expands its global institutional fund platform into the region. Gordian’s strong track record in delivering regulated, cross‑border fund solutions will add meaningful depth to DIFC’s funds and asset management ecosystem, supporting the growing needs of institutional managers, asset owners and investment professionals operating across the Middle East. Gordian's presence reinforces DIFC's position as the leading centre for asset mana…
UAE · UAE, France deepen strategic economic partnership: Business France CEO https://bit.ly/4nFkIor · India-UAE CEPA drives 37% trade growth in four years https://bit.ly/4upBTNm · Why the UAE could become the world’s leading real-world hub for construction innovation https://bit.ly/4dCyTpB · SNF and ADNOC explore UAE EOR chemicals manufacturing https://bit.ly/4tLe8y4 · UAE real estate market navigates Q1 2026 with measu…
UAE · UAE President directs unified national healthcare, insurance system implementation for all citizens https://bit.ly/4wK5kLC · Sheikh Hamdan launches $272m UAE space programme to boost global partnerships and innovation https://bit.ly/3Rgv5D2 · ‘First real sign of a rebound’, says Dubai short-term rental expert as business travellers return https://bit.ly/4dUXJ5e · UAE passport ranked most powerful globally in 2026 https://bi…
South East Asia
Singapore · SGX RegCo sets limit to cure period for suspended companies https://bit.ly/4f04J1U · AI becoming as vital as water, power: Chief of S’pore chip testing firm with 450% share surge in 2026 https://bit.ly/4vs7kXx · Telco tumult: Simba acquisition of M1 collapses; Singtel shares slide as S’pore business weakens https://bit.ly/42PkEsD · ‘I feel poor’: S’pore’s young professionals are earning good money, but feel financially i…
Singapore Exchange Regulation (SGX RegCo) will require suspended issuers to resolve substantive underlying concerns within three years as it works towards keeping trading suspension to the minimum necessary and giving more certainty to the timeline for delisting. This approach reinforces market discipline while giving investors clearer expectations on outcomes, and underscores SGX RegCo’s commitment to a fair, transparent and well-functioning market. The new directive comes as SGX RegCo publis…
Singapore · Singtel’s shares down 6.4% as S’pore business weakens: Key takeaways from telco’s full-year results https://bit.ly/4nGXUod · Singamas shares plunge after US DOJ allegations against CEO Teo Siong Seng https://bit.ly/43qQVGs · Man who lost job after 19 years at Denso loses lawsuit over alleged bad-faith firing https://bit.ly/4v7Soxz · Who is Teo Siong Seng, the shipping scion facing allegations of fixing container prices? https:…
Singapore · Meta cuts 8,000 jobs, including more than 100 in Singapore, according to former employees https://bit.ly/4dvzOYU · Gardenia retrenches 141 employees as it shifts bakery production from Singapore to Malaysia https://bit.ly/4v5Zwul · Singapore ‘a major beneficiary’ as the wealthy move money out of troubled Gulf https://bit.ly/3RAExB8 · Singapore must strengthen its position as a trusted AI financial hub: DPM Gan https://bit.ly/43l…
Singapore · Data centre firm DayOne said to be mulling over potential $6.4b dual listing in Singapore and US https://bit.ly/4dApO0q · Nuclear power: Singapore to undertake IAEA review on decision-making ability https://bit.ly/4dEvMNT · From ‘show me your code’ to ‘show me your agent’: DBS CEO Tan Su Shan on how agentic AI is transforming the bank https://bit.ly/4v25mgf · Inside Singapore’s push to transform manufacturing through AI an…
Singapore · Failed Simba-M1 deal could pose setback to Keppel, lead to more cost pressures for telcos https://bit.ly/4wE4fon · Keppel to allow Simba’s bid for subsidiary M1 to lapse, explore new buyers https://bit.ly/4dwpMGZ · Singapore’s key exports in April hit highest growth rate since 2012 on AI-related demand https://bit.ly/493KuwA · Singapore firm duped in GST refund scheme wins $1.75m High Court suit https://bit.ly/4tHUG5e · …
Singapore · GIC-backed co-working firm sells new shares to the public; Mary Chia goes to court to settle debt https://bit.ly/3PHpvJn · More Singapore businesses start feeling pinch of higher costs as Middle East war drags on https://bit.ly/4uixNGP · SIA airfares up but airline will not pass on full cost of fuel increases to passengers https://bit.ly/4urzRfx · H&M lays off staff in Singapore, moves regional headquarters to Malaysia https://bit.l…
Singapore · GIC-backed co-working firm sells new shares to the public; Mary Chia goes to court to settle debt https://bit.ly/3PHpvJn · More Singapore businesses start feeling pinch of higher costs as Middle East war drags on https://bit.ly/4uixNGP · SIA airfares up but airline will not pass on full cost of fuel increases to passengers https://bit.ly/4urzRfx · H&M lays off staff in Singapore, moves regional headquarters to Malaysia https://bit.l…
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) released its response to the feedback on proposals https://bit.ly/4dr36aT to enhance the requirements for Product Highlights Sheets (PHS) and streamline the distribution safeguards for complex products. Digitalisation has increased retail investors’ access to information and reshaped how they are choosing to access investments. To provide investors the flexibility to opt in or out of financial advice on complex products, MAS will proceed with the propo…
Office inaugurated in the presence of First Lady Louise Araneta-Marcos H.E. Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah: “The opening of our office in Manila reflects our commitment to strengthening economic relations between Dubai and the Philippines and creating new paths for cooperation between the business communities in both markets.” The value of non-oil trade between Dubai and the Philippines reached AED 3.58 billion in 2025, achieving growth of 17% compared to 2024. The number of Filipino companie…