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India's coal-fired power output in June rises to highest since November 2023India's electricity demand surged in June, pushing coal-fired power generation to a near three-year high. Record heatwaves and a weak monso...
Magnitude 6.2 earthquake strikes off eastern Indonesia: USGSA powerful 6.2 magnitude earthquake jolted eastern Indonesia on Friday, originating 120 kilometers deep, approximately 58 kilometers west o...
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...
Microsoft partners with Singapore's Lightstorm to build India-Southeast Asia undersea cableThe consortium, whose other members include Tata Communications, Singapore Telecommunications, Singapore's ASEAN Cableship and Japan's NE...
Indian diplomat DB Venkatesh Varma chairs UNSG advisory body on disarmamentA significant moment for Indian diplomacy unfolded as Ambassador DB Venkatesh Varma became the first Indian diplomat to chair the UN Secret...
Ex-Intel exec Raja Koduri's OXMIQ raises $35 million to build licensable AI chip architectureAI chip startup OXMIQ, founded by former Intel executive Raja Koduri, has secured $35 million in Series A funding. The company aims to demo...
Global Market Today: Asian stocks rise after US tech gains, yen steadyAsian markets surged, mirroring a strong US performance driven by chipmaker gains and resilient economic data. Investors are largely overlo...
Autonomous driving firm Autobrains eyes robotaxi growth in Europe, CEO saysAutobrains, which is based in Tel Aviv and has an office in Munich, is developing lower-cost autonomous driving technology built around so...
Indian economy remains exposed to energy price shocks: RBI reportIndia's economy faces potential exchange rate volatility due to rising oil prices and supply chain issues, an RBI report revealed. Despite ...
Credit guarantee of Rs 13 lakh cr to micro, small cos in last few yrs; delayed payments under lensThe government has provided substantial credit guarantees, totaling Rs 13 lakh crore, to micro and small enterprises, significantly boostin...
Tata Comm to invest $152 million to boost India-Singapore digital corridorTata Communications is injecting $152 million into its subsea cable network, boosting India-Singapore connectivity by nearly 98 Tbps. This ...
SMBC Asia Rising Fund makes follow-on investments worth $12-15 million in three fintech startupsSMBC Asia Rising Fund (ARF) has injected $12-15 million in follow-on investments into Easy Home Finance, Vayana, and DPDzero. These strateg...
Tata Communications announces strategic subsea cable investments between India and SingaporeTata Communications is significantly boosting its subsea cable network between India and Singapore, investing in new fiber capacity to enha...
Strawberry Moon 2026: When and where to watch June's full Moon in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Toronto, Vancouver and moreStrawberry Moon 2026: Skywatchers worldwide are in for a treat as the Strawberry Moon graces the night sky on June 29 and 30. While Norther...
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. ...
Bank of America names new Southeast Asia investment banking head, memo showsBank of America has appointed Dominic Tan as its new head of Southeast Asia investment banking, a role he will juggle alongside his existin...
From Brazil to Southeast Asia: 5 exotic plants that make your home look luxuriousElevate your home's aesthetic without breaking the bank! Discover seven stunning plants from around the globe that bring an air of luxury t...
These 7 plants look hand-painted, but their stunning colours are completely natural. Add these to your home garden to spruce up the spaceBrighten your home with houseplants that boast stunning, colourful foliage instead of flowers. From the elegant pink stripes of Calathea or...
I Squared, US DFC to set up $3 billion energy infrastructure platform in AsiaI Squared Capital and the US International Development Finance Corporation are partnering. They will create a three billion dollar investme...
Iran war is a 'wake-up call' for Southeast Asia's energy sector, report saysA war in Iran has highlighted significant energy risks for Southeast Asia. The region faces a potential tripling of its energy import bill ...