India

2026-04-30

·       India plans to add 92 vessels with ₹51,383 crore investment in FY27 https://bit.ly/4cWBudw ·       India remains a bright spot but must use West Asia crisis as an opportunity to take policy measures, says MER https://bit.ly/4mXtOfI ·       External commercial borrowings fall 25% in FY26 amid currency risks, shift to domestic funding https://bit.ly/4mZnep3 ·       Export outlook for April positive; FTAs to drive growth: Goyal https://bit.ly/3OyGDAD ·    …


Bajel Projects wins Rs 400 crore MENA orders for a 500 kV transmission line, boosting its global EPC presence and supporting regional grid infrastructure expansion.   Bajel Projects, Bajaj Group’s EPC player in power transmission infrastructure, has secured two orders valued at over Rs 400 crore. In an exchange disclosure, the company said that it has received orders from a Middle East and North Africa (MENA) based international client for a 500 kV overhead transmission line.....  


2026-04-29

The high-speed corridor is expected to significantly boost connectivity across Uttar Pradesh, while giving impetus to industrial investment, logistics, agricultural marketing and regional balance Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday inaugurated the 594-km-long Ganga Expressway, a mega infrastructure project connecting Meerut to Prayagraj. The PM reached Hardoi district around noon and inaugurated the expressway with the touch of a button in presence of Governor Anandiben Patel, Chief Minist…


  The deal is expected to strengthen Cognizant’s AI infrastructure capabilities Cognizant Technology has agreed to buy Astreya, ​an IT services and technology provider focused on AI ‌infrastructure and data centre services, in ​a deal valued at around $600 million, the ⁠company told Reuters.....


2026-04-29

·       No proposal to raise diesel, petrol prices: Govt https://bit.ly/3QAlab3 ·       India’s fertilizer production drops as Iran war disrupts supplies bl-premium-article-image https://bit.ly/4tHaQwA ·       FinMin suggests no immediate recalibration of spending: FY27 cash management guidelines remain unchanged https://bit.ly/48ZIlli ·       $15-billion Google Cloud India AI Hub in Vizag set to deploy full stack of artificial intelligence https://bit.ly/4w5enXd ·…


India’s IT sector may be past peak layoffs, but hiring recovery will be gradual and skill-focused. Analysts say FY27 will see selective hiring as AI reshapes workforce demand.   The tech sector jobs have been a point of discussion lately amidst concerns about AI-led disruption. As the key IT companies declared their Q4 results, one key factor that the street was watching out for was the commentary on new recruitment along with their growth forecast. Most analysts believe that while the wors…


2026-04-28

Sun Pharma's $11.75 billion Organon deal could boost its global scale and biosimilars reach, but investors are closely watching debt levels, execution risks and long-term returns Sun Pharmaceutical Industries on Monday announced it will acquire New Jersey-based Organon & Co. for an enterprise value of $11.75 billion, making it one of the largest overseas acquisitions by an Indian firm....   More https://bit.ly/4eeO9Lf Via business-standard.com


  With ground-breaking today, construction work commences With a $15 billion investment, the upcoming Google Cloud India AI Hub will deliver full Artificial Intelligence (AI) stack to empower individuals and businesses with immense computing power, according to Bikash Koley, Vice President, Google Cloud....


2026-04-28

·       DPI 2.0 to help build distributed resilience against external shocks: CEA https://bit.ly/4eeASSX ·       Where India gains big from the $20 billion India-New Zealand FTA https://bit.ly/4tBMCUi ·       NSE's 13-crore milestone: SIP boom, digital access fuel investor participation hunger https://bit.ly/3P1OdDX ·       Indian Oil, Oil India undertake fresh oil and gas exploration in Libya https://bit.ly/3OQCWX1 ·       Kingdom’s (Cambodia) trade with Ind…


  JSW Motors plans to establish four experience centers in major Indian cities like Mumbai, New Delhi, and Ahmedabad before launching its first product in the second half of the year JSW Group’s automotive business is preparing to open a clutch of company-owned showrooms in India ahead of its first vehicle launch later this year, a bid by the conglomerate to firmly establish the new brand, according to people familiar with the matter.....


Middle East

2026-04-29

  DP World strengthens its global motorsport portfolio through new multi-year collaboration in Formula E DP World announces it has been named the Official Logistics Partner of the Porsche Formula E Team in the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship, following its debut of the multi-year partnership earlier this season. First activated at the Madrid E-Prix in March, the collaboration brings together two global brands united by precision, innovation and a shared commitment to a more sustainable…


2026-04-29

DEWA sets a new world record for service continuity HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), announced that DEWA has set a new world record for the lowest electricity customer minutes lost (CML), at just 0.82 minutes (about 49 seconds) per year. With this significant achievement, DEWA has surpassed its own previous world record of 0.94 minutes in 2024, representing an improvement of around 13%. “We work in line with the vision and directives of His …


Bajel Projects wins Rs 400 crore MENA orders for a 500 kV transmission line, boosting its global EPC presence and supporting regional grid infrastructure expansion.   Bajel Projects, Bajaj Group’s EPC player in power transmission infrastructure, has secured two orders valued at over Rs 400 crore. In an exchange disclosure, the company said that it has received orders from a Middle East and North Africa (MENA) based international client for a 500 kV overhead transmission line.....  


2026-04-29

UAE ·        Ministry of Economy & Tourism blocks 13,667 violating websites during first quarter https://bit.ly/4tPrOsD ·        UAE to exit OPEC and OPEC+ effective May 1, 2026 https://bit.ly/4ua4zJw ·        ADNOC’s brand value hits $21.1 billion, marking eighth year as UAE’s leading brand https://bit.ly/4eMNHnF ·        UAE creator economy thrives with $1.36m fund as AI adoption reaches 86% https://bit.ly/4uh13gG ·        UAE unveils $272m fund, 5,0…


2026-04-29

- UAE energy minister says exit is a strategic move - Suggests departure can help to meet global energy demands - Gulf leaders meet to discuss Iran war impact The United Arab Emirates on Tuesday said it was quitting OPEC, dealing a blow to the oil producers' group ​as an unprecedented energy crisis caused by the Iran war exposes discord among Gulf nations. The exit of the UAE - one of the group's biggest producers - weakens ‌OPEC's control over global oil supplies and widens a rift between t…


2026-04-28

The Sustainability and Innovation Centre of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) will organise the fourth cycle of the CleanTech Hackathon from 18 to 20 May, bringing together innovators from around the world to develop solutions to pressing sustainability challenges. The hackathon invites the participation of companies, entrepreneurs, university students and sustainability experts, offering a collaborative platform to address climate change, water scarcity and broader environmental issu…


2026-04-28

DIFC plays a central role in programme design, ecosystem enablement and industry placement across private banking, wealth management and FinTech “DIFC is committed to empowering UAE National talent to become future leaders in the financial services industry, including in high-growth sectors such as wealth management, private banking and FinTech. Through initiatives such as the Emirati Talent Empowerment Programme, and in collaboration with key partners, we are creating clear pathways that …


2026-04-28

UAE ·        UAE named world’s best place to start a business for 5th year https://bit.ly/4tCnXyT ·        UAE ADNOC tanker crosses Hormuz, first loaded LNG shipment since Iran war: report https://bit.ly/4vWN1SK ·        Its Time! Emirates’ iconic A380 returns to Dubai with world-first Starlink Wi-Fi onboard https://bit.ly/4cybXbO ·        Eurogulf Transformer pushes investment in Sharjah’s Hamriyah Free Zone to AED100 million https://bit.ly/4twZ0oA ·   …


2026-04-27

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and Dubai Police have jointly announced the launch of the Personal Mobility Monitoring Unit to monitor users of personal mobility means and enforce compliance with traffic rules. The unit will begin operations on 1st May 2026 across all cycling tracks, main roads and soft mobility zones in Dubai. The initiative reflects the commitment of both entities to ensuring compliance with traffic rules and promoting safe riding practices among soft mobility us…


2026-04-27

- Mehreen Inderyas, Chairwoman of the Dubai Delivery Business Group: “The emirate’s agile regulatory framework and strong public-private collaboration have enabled rapid response to external disruptions.” - Shahid Nadeem, Managing Director of Zone Delivery Services: “Dubai’s logistics sector doesn’t just grow; it operates with continuity under stress, which is the real differentiator.” - Manoj Tiwari, Founder and CEO of Express Vulcan Delivery Services: “Dubai’s last-mile ecosy…


South East Asia

2026-04-30

Singapore ·       Coffee, milk powder among 5% of common household items hit by ‘shrinkflation’ in Singapore: Singstat https://bit.ly/42DlCbb ·       Not so ‘incredible’? SGX RegCo tells Incredible Holdings to update shareholders after failing to hold AGMs https://bit.ly/4ta8TYz ·       No more nicknames: PayNow to end alias option for users from June https://bit.ly/4mZlbl1 ·       Demand for gold bars, coins in Singapore hits record high in Q1 2026 https://bi…


2026-04-29

Singapore • Merger with Mapletree may not be a good fit, some shareholders tell CapitaLand Investment https://bit.ly/4cNp9s8 • MoneyMax deal signals how big-money funds are taking bigger role in Singapore stock market https://bit.ly/4ulWAcB • Sam Goi-backed hospitality and property group renews leadership as losses continue https://bit.ly/4231u1W • Singapore’s Best Employers 2026 https://bit.ly/4uljIYO • Bugis Street Level 2 goes quiet with 80% of shops shuttered. What’s next for t…


2026-04-28

Singapore ·       Travelling Down Under? Spending could be hit as Aussie dollar nears one-year high against Singdollar https://bit.ly/4cNjOAX ·       Singapore factory output rebounds in March, driven by electronics https://bit.ly/4sWFJfa ·       Singapore remains a private equity hub, but data centre growth is shifting elsewhere: Bain https://bit.ly/4cMRJd9 ·       SGX may see China listings surge fivefold in next few years, says investment banking chief https://bit.…


2026-04-27

Singapore ·       Mall mania: Paragon, i12 Katong change hands; White Sands up for grabs https://bit.ly/4ugjnqh ·       Seatrium escapes prosecution in Brazilian corruption case after High Court approves US$110m penalty https://bit.ly/4sWa6m0 ·       CICT offer for Paragon ‘unsolicited’, says Cuscaden Peak as it explains mall sale https://bit.ly/4uelueb ·       Sheng Siong working to keep prices affordable despite Iran war impact on costs https://bit.ly/4vNKKJT ·…


2026-04-24

Singapore ·       Hao Mart shuts stores, sinks deeper into losses with four High Court lawsuits looming https://bit.ly/4sUwY5p ·       Singapore inflation accelerates as Iran war drives up petrol prices; higher costs expected to spread https://bit.ly/4eAn712 ·       American whiskey distilleries reroute shipments to Singapore as trade tensions bite https://bit.ly/4d2q09B ·       Marina Bay Sands posts strong Q1 earnings, but a bit of bad luck holds back profits https:…


2026-04-23

Singapore ·       Most S’pore firms do not disclose how CEO pay is set; regulators want to change that https://bit.ly/3QtM6Jq ·       Directors quit hotel unit at center of Singapore billionaire Kwek feud https://bit.ly/4tYnUgD ·       Shareholder questions S’pore construction firm OKP’s large cash pile, board defends strategy https://bit.ly/3QsYut8 ·       Thai hospitality giant eyes SGX for 14-hotel, US$1b Reit listing https://bit.ly/4d0eOuc ·       2 i…


2026-04-22

Singapore ·       Try products virtually, order and receive on the same day: Shopee COO on future of e-commerce https://bit.ly/3ODhRiv ·       Singapore cleaning services firm foresees impact on earnings after low-wage subsidies end https://bit.ly/3ODhZyv ·       Quiet firing and how to spot it https://bit.ly/4dXfPnR ·       Johor delays JS-SEZ blueprint roll-out for further refinements, targets launch in H1 https://bit.ly/4u1RnGC ·       Keeping Singapore open…


2026-04-21

Singapore ·       Some S’pore firms freeze hiring, trim benefits as rising energy costs start to bite: Poll https://bit.ly/4sQWgRZ ·       Singapore buys more LNG from outside of Middle East as war disrupts shipments https://bit.ly/3OcU09u ·       Oxley boss behind billion-dollar lawsuit in Australia: Who is ‘shoebox king’ Ching Chiat Kwong? https://bit.ly/3OcU49e ·       CapitaLand Trust buys Paragon mall for $3.9 billion, sells Asia Square Tower 2 for $2.5 bil…


2026-04-20

Singapore ·       Faster loan approvals, automated client checks: How AI agents are used by banks, including in S’pore https://bit.ly/4tVzysL ·       SMRT ramps up AI use to predict, reduce delays and improve rail reliability https://bit.ly/4tZbpBD ·       OCBC shareholders criticise dividend payouts; chairman defends policy at AGM https://bit.ly/4vK0oG8 ·       Singapore property rental market may face headwind and disruptions in 2026 https://bit.ly/4etCSGX ·  …


2026-04-17

·       ‘Foreign investments in India should be 100 times more https://bit.ly/42etcc2 ·       ’CAFE-3: Industry, government agree to final draft https://bit.ly/4et1YFX ·       Paras Defence inks deal with US-based firm for aerial refuelling technology https://bit.ly/3QIH1Nk ·       Alembic Pharmaceuticals gets USFDA nod for generic cancer, arthritis treatment injection https://bit.ly/4cNnh3Q ·       Renault aims to take India to its top three markets by 203…