In 1998, South Korea urged people to save the country from bankruptcy. Millions lined up with gold wedding rings and baby bracelets, raising $2.1 billion in just four monthsIn January 1998, millions of ordinary South Koreans voluntarily donated gold, including wedding rings and baby bracelets, to help their nat...
03 Jul, 2026, 10.42 AM IST
Free trade agreements to give major boost to toy exports: IndustryIndia's toy exports are poised for a surge following the finalisation of free trade agreements with the UK and the European Union, offering...
02 Jul, 2026, 05.22 PM IST
Air India Express restores all West Asia flights, resumes Salalah and Kuwait servicesAir India Express has fully restored its West Asia flight network, reinstating services to Salalah and Kuwait. Flights to Salalah resumed o...
02 Jul, 2026, 04.26 PM IST
INS Udaygiri, Shakti and Kavaratti arrive at Changi Naval Base in Singapore as part of operational deploymentIndian Naval Ships Udaygiri, Shakti, and Kavaratti concluded a successful operational deployment in Southeast Asia, reinforcing India's mar...
02 Jul, 2026, 01.05 PM IST
China’s factories cap best quarter since 2020, survey showsThis "two-speed" activity sees booming tech sectors contrasting with traditional exporters struggling due to weakening global demand. The p...
02 Jul, 2026, 10.39 AM IST
Revive bilateral dialogue, restore normal ties: Politicians, former diplomats from India, Pak urge both govtsOver 100 prominent figures from India and Pakistan, including former CMs Farooq Abdullah and Mehbooba Mufti, have penned an open letter urg...
01 Jul, 2026, 04.45 PM IST
Oman Air targets tourists on new Singapore route, eyes North Asia expansionOman Air is launching a new route to Singapore, aiming to tap into the city-state's appeal as a growing tourist destination. This expansion...
01 Jul, 2026, 10.02 AM IST
Global AI wave revs up Asian factories, offsetting war-induced painAsia's manufacturing sector experienced a significant boost in June, driven by robust demand for AI-related technology goods. This surge pr...
01 Jul, 2026, 09.37 AM IST
Asian airlines' Europe windfall fades as Gulf rivals reboundAsian airlines that benefited from higher fares and passenger numbers on European routes due to the Iran conflict are now facing declining ...
01 Jul, 2026, 08.45 AM IST
BRICS CCI appoints Sharmishtha Ghosh as Executive Director for international partnershipsThe BRICS Chamber of Commerce and Industry has successfully appointed Sharmishtha Ghosh as the new Executive Director for International Par...
30 Jun, 2026, 02.31 PM IST
Kalpataru Projects International bags orders worth Rs 2,957 croreKalpataru Projects International has secured new orders totaling Rs 2,957 crore across its Transmission & Distribution, buildings, and wate...
30 Jun, 2026, 10.55 AM IST
Global Market: Financial firms shift Asia expansion focus to South Korea, take cautious stance on China and IndiaGlobal financial firms are increasingly prioritising South Korea for Asia-Pacific expansion while adopting a cautious approach towards Chin...
30 Jun, 2026, 10.05 AM IST
India tops Taiwan to reclaim fifth spot in global market capitalisationIndia has surged back to the fifth spot globally in market capitalization, surpassing Taiwan. This marks India's second ascent in recent we...
30 Jun, 2026, 05.44 AM IST
FIFA World Cup, higher airfares shape global summer travel trends in 2026: ReportDespite economic headwinds and global tensions, summer travel demand remains robust, with travelers shifting destinations rather than cance...
29 Jun, 2026, 11.23 AM IST
Asia's vendors grapple with rising costs of ever-present plasticsRising plastic costs: Asian food vendors are struggling with soaring plastic costs, a direct consequence of the Middle East energy crisis. ...
28 Jun, 2026, 10.38 AM IST
Transrail Lighting Ltd secures overseas orders worth Rs 459 crTransrail Lighting Ltd has secured significant international orders totaling approximately Rs 459 crore, primarily for transmission line co...
26 Jun, 2026, 04.16 PM IST
Cathay Pacific to reduce flight fuel surcharges from July 1Cathay Pacific Airways is set to reduce its fuel surcharges for most passenger flights starting July 1, following a dip in jet fuel costs. ...
23 Jun, 2026, 03.39 PM IST