IIT Hyderabad launches AI hub with JICA to boost Indo–Japan AI collaborationThe AI Innovation Hub at IIT Hyderabad, with JICA and Japanese partners, strengthens Indo–Japan AI collaboration by focusing on practical s...
09 Jun, 2026, 04.37 PM IST
India's biggest trade bet comes with six red flagsIndia may be adding more trade partners, but its latest FTA report card comes with several red marks. A new study by the Global Trade Resea...
09 Jun, 2026, 11.58 AM IST
JGB yields rise as investors focus on 30-year auction, BOJ meetingJapanese government bond yields are climbing. Investors are selling bonds as the Bank of Japan prepares for a potential interest rate incre...
09 Jun, 2026, 07.40 AM IST
Global markets: Japan's Nikkei slumps, yen trades above 160 level on tech, Gulf concernsJapan's Nikkei share average experienced its biggest drop in three months. The yen also weakened significantly against the dollar. Concerns...
08 Jun, 2026, 01.31 PM IST
PM Modi holds huddle with Economic Advisory Council on growth strategy; deliberates measures to improve ease of doing business and livingPrime Minister Narendra Modi convened with his Economic Advisory Council to chart a course for India's economic advancement. Discussions fo...
07 Jun, 2026, 05.00 AM IST
Dollar firms after strong US jobs data, pushes yen through 160 levelThe dollar strengthened significantly, poised for over a 1% weekly gain following robust U.S. employment figures. Nonfarm payrolls exceeded...
06 Jun, 2026, 11.04 AM IST
Japanese PM Takaichi's proposed India trip in July to focus on energy supplies; critical mineralsJapanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi may visit India in July for the annual Summit. This visit aims to strengthen cooperation with India,...
06 Jun, 2026, 11.03 AM IST
Yen hits key 160 level for third session, dollar buoyed by Gulf woesThe Japanese yen is nearing a critical 160 per dollar level, prompting warnings of decisive action from Tokyo. Meanwhile, the U.S. dollar i...
05 Jun, 2026, 07.30 AM IST
Consumption demand faces risk from global headwinds, parliamentary panel informedIndian officials have warned that consumption demand might face challenges due to global economic pressures. However, strong service export...
05 Jun, 2026, 12.15 AM IST
Tourists in Tokyo could now be fined for throwing trash on streetsTokyo's Shibuya Ward is now fining litterbugs ¥2,000 on the spot. Businesses must provide trash bins or face penalties. These measures aim ...
04 Jun, 2026, 03.22 PM IST
Dollar at two-month high as Gulf hostilities flare, yen near intervention zoneAlthough Israel and Lebanon agreed to a ceasefire, a broader peace deal remained elusive, keeping oil prices elevated and supporting dema...
04 Jun, 2026, 02.53 PM IST
Dollar steady as traders await progress on Middle East peace talksThe US dollar held steady as global markets adopted a cautious stance. Investors are closely watching Middle East peace talks and upcoming ...
02 Jun, 2026, 07.21 AM IST
Pakistan: Market timings revised in Islamabad amid austerity driveIslamabad businesses are required to close by 8 pm from Monday. This is part of the government's austerity measures to conserve energy. Res...
01 Jun, 2026, 01.51 PM IST
Brush up on austerityThe passage humorously mocks extreme cost-cutting measures. In one example, a family shares a single toothbrush and cuts back on toothpaste...
29 May, 2026, 11.24 PM IST
Global Market: Japan inflation remains below BOJ target as energy costs riseTokyo's inflation eased for a sixth month in May, staying under the Bank of Japan's target. Government subsidies helped cushion rising glob...
29 May, 2026, 10.29 AM IST
Maruti Suzuki rolls out WFH, bans non-critical foreign travel in line with PM Modi's austerity callMaruti Suzuki India Ltd is adopting austerity and efficiency measures. These steps aim to conserve fuel and reduce foreign exchange expendi...
26 May, 2026, 05.34 PM IST
Tripura adopts two-day weekend for offices to curb fuel useTripura government has launched an austerity drive. All government offices will now be closed on Saturdays and Sundays. Working hours on we...
25 May, 2026, 11.52 PM IST