China steps up patrols near TaiwanChina has launched a special maritime operation east of Taiwan. This action escalates Beijing's response to recent talks between Japan and ...
07 Jun, 2026, 12.18 AM IST
China conducts patrols near Scarborough Shoal, Philippines dismisses drill assertions as "unfounded"China claims its military conducted combat readiness patrols near the disputed Scarborough Shoal. Philippine authorities have dismissed the...
31 May, 2026, 07.14 PM IST
Vietnam BrahMos deal already signed, Indonesia pact in final stages: Defence Secretary RK SinghIndia's Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh revealed BrahMos missile deals with Vietnam and Indonesia are progressing. Vietnam's deal is r...
30 May, 2026, 07.38 PM IST
Rupee slips with Asian peers as hopes of imminent U.S.-Iran peace deal falterThe Indian rupee weakened against the dollar as crude oil prices surged amid fading hopes for a U.S.-Iran peace deal. State-run banks inter...
26 May, 2026, 03.52 PM IST
Fishermen are being pushed to the brink by fuel costs in Southeast AsiaRising energy, freight, and supply chain expenses are escalating seafood prices globally. Governments offer aid, but it's stretched thin, i...
22 May, 2026, 11.11 AM IST
Two Indians part of crew of luxury cruise ship that reported hantavirus outbreakA hantavirus outbreak has been reported on the Dutch vessel MV Hondius, with five confirmed cases and three deaths, including two Indian na...
08 May, 2026, 11.18 AM IST
Rupee jumps to 94.61 vs USD, joins relief rally on hopes of US-Iran peaceThe Indian rupee posted its best single day gain in a month on Wednesday, joining a global relief rally on rising hopes of a cessation of h...
06 May, 2026, 04.14 PM IST
India is blocking a cheap way to beat the heat wave, one tweak in AC can lower costsIndia faces a cooling crisis as soaring temperatures drive unprecedented electricity demand. While AC sales surge, a safer, cheaper, and mo...
04 May, 2026, 09.33 AM IST
Oil shock will hit Asia harder than the 1970sAsia is experiencing energy shocks similar to the 1970s oil crises, with rising fossil fuel costs impacting consumers and industries. This ...
30 Apr, 2026, 08.28 AM IST
How Asia-Pacific is fighting a fuel shock that could get worseAsian nations are grappling with prolonged energy supply strains due to the Middle East conflict, prompting governments to implement costly...
28 Apr, 2026, 07.52 AM IST
Acko's $250 million IPO; Infosys' market cap plungeNew-age insurer Acko will soon confidentially file draft papers for its stock market debut. This and more in today's ETtech Top 5.
27 Apr, 2026, 07.59 PM IST
Rupee extends losing streak as Iran war jitters lift oil to $100The Indian rupee fell for the third consecutive session on Wednesday, as optimism about an end to the Iran war remained muted despite the U...
22 Apr, 2026, 04.57 PM IST
Canada eases visa waits for Indians; work permits edge up slightlyCanada's immigration department has reported faster processing times for temporary residence applications as of April 15. Indian applicants...
21 Apr, 2026, 10.21 AM IST
US begins 'biggest ever' Philippines war games in thick of Mideast conflictAmerican, Philippine, and Japanese forces have commenced joint military exercises in the Philippines. The drills involve thousands of perso...
20 Apr, 2026, 02.07 PM IST
5 world market themes for the week aheadMarkets are optimistic as U.S. President Trump signals an end to the Iran war. Talks may resume soon. However, upcoming economic data could...
18 Apr, 2026, 09.37 AM IST
Iran war pushes Asia to think twice before doubling down on LNGA Middle East conflict has disrupted global liquefied natural gas supply. This has caused prices to surge, impacting Asian nations heavily ...
17 Apr, 2026, 07.18 AM IST
Bangladesh seeks $2 billion from development partners to meet energy demandBangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman sought a USD 2 billion fund from development partners to meet the country's immediate energy needs...
16 Apr, 2026, 12.12 PM IST