Samsung, SK Hynix mega South Korea chips gamble tests optimism of AI cycleSouth Korean tech giants Samsung and SK Hynix are investing billions in AI chip production, a move lauded by President Lee Jae Myung. While...
30 Jun, 2026, 02.13 PM IST
Global Markets: S.Korean shares log best quarter in nearly 30 years on chipmaker rallySouth Korean stocks celebrated their best quarter in almost three decades, driven by a phenomenal surge in chipmakers. The KOSPI index soar...
30 Jun, 2026, 12.51 PM IST
Korea taps Samsung, SK Hynix in $576 billion AI-chip drive to cement global leadershipThe plan, anchored by Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix, marks Lee's boldest push yet to align South Korea's AI and chip ambitions with his ...
29 Jun, 2026, 04.22 PM IST
Japan's Nikkei reverses course to end higher as chip-related shares cut lossesJapan's Nikkei index staged a remarkable comeback, closing higher after significant early losses. This reversal was driven by chip-related ...
29 Jun, 2026, 01.16 PM IST
Global Market: South Korean shares end flat as chipmakers cut losses on 'mega project' announcementSouth Korean markets saw a mixed close Monday as chipmakers recovered from initial sharp declines following a massive $576 billion AI and d...
29 Jun, 2026, 12.46 PM IST
South Korean president to unveil massive AI and chip investment driveLee will preside over the event, framed as a national "great leap" due to be unveiled around 0500 GMT, his office said, with ministries c...
29 Jun, 2026, 08.01 AM IST
South Korea, Japan reaffirm denuclearisation goal, closer defence tiesSouth Korea and Japan are strengthening security ties, reaffirming their commitment to denuclearizing the Korean peninsula. Defence ministe...
28 Jun, 2026, 10.55 AM IST
Four new K-dramas to watch this week on OTT starring Seo In Guk, Park Ji Hyun, Choi Min Sik: See You at Work Tomorrow to Notes from the Last RowLooking for something new to watch this weekend? Four fresh K-dramas have arrived on OTT platforms, offering a mix of romance, suspense, ac...
27 Jun, 2026, 08.16 AM IST
Iran insists on right to control shipping in Strait of Hormuz after ship hit near OmanIran asserted its authority over the Strait of Hormuz, warning Gulf states against aligning with the U.S. This comes after an attack on a s...
26 Jun, 2026, 04.30 PM IST
Samsung readies $648 billion bet, report says, as AI boom reshapes South KoreaThe investment, which would include AI data centers, batteries and displays, will be announced at a meeting with President Lee Jae Myung at...
26 Jun, 2026, 08.43 AM IST
EAM Jaishankar calls for closer cooperation with South Korea at Jeju ForumIndia and South Korea must deepen cooperation in shipbuilding, health, infrastructure, and defence, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar ...
25 Jun, 2026, 01.48 PM IST
FIFA 2026: South Africa stun South Korea to make World Cup historySouth Africa achieved a historic World Cup knockout stage berth, stunning South Korea 1-0. Despite an initial setback, the Bafana Bafana se...
25 Jun, 2026, 08.35 AM IST
Jaishankar, South Korean FM discuss deepening strategic partnership in SeoulIndia's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met his South Korean counterpart Cho Hyun in Seoul to bolster bilateral ties, with discussio...
24 Jun, 2026, 02.06 PM IST
Global Markets: MSCI keeps South Korea in emerging-market index, cites market accessibility hurdlesSouth Korea remains in the emerging-market category as MSCI cites persistent foreign exchange market accessibility issues. Despite ongoing ...
24 Jun, 2026, 09.27 AM IST
Six new K-dramas to watch this week on OTT starring Lee Jae Wook, Lim Ji-yeon, Park Ji-hoon: My Royal Nemesis to The Legend of Kitchen Soldier to Doctor on the EdgeThis weekend is packed with exciting K-dramas, from grand finales to fresh episode drops. Viewers can choose from fantasy romances, militar...
21 Jun, 2026, 08.16 AM IST
South Korean leader books golf with Trump after 'pinky promise'South Korean President Lee Jae Myung anticipates a golf game with Donald Trump. The US president made a pledge for a round of golf during G...
18 Jun, 2026, 12.32 PM IST
South Korea president urges Trump to help make peace with NorthSouth Korea's President Lee Jae Myung has asked US President Donald Trump to lead efforts for peace with North Korea. This comes as the US ...
17 Jun, 2026, 10.30 AM IST