Starlink’s Entry into India: A Game-Changer ?
NEW DELHI – After months of struggling to secure a foothold in India’s highly competitive internet market, Elon Musk’s Starlink is now on the verge of entering the country—thanks to an unexpected partnership with India’s two largest telecom giants. Reliance … Continue reading Starlink’s Entry into India: A Game-Changer ?
Bangladesh: Ousted PM Sheikh Hasina Faces Extradition
DHAKA/NEW DELHI – Bangladesh is in the midst of a growing political and economic crisis as the government ramps up efforts to prosecute former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and her family. Hasina, who fled to India in August following the … Continue reading Bangladesh: Ousted PM Sheikh Hasina Faces Extradition
Delhi Airport: Pilots Forget Brakes, Plane Rolls Backwards
DELHI – A potentially serious incident involving a Singapore Airlines Airbus A380 was narrowly averted at Delhi Airport on Monday evening, November 25. After landing safely at around 8 p.m., the aircraft, registered as 9V-SKR, began rolling backward unexpectedly while … Continue reading Delhi Airport: Pilots Forget Brakes, Plane Rolls Backwards
BRICS: Path to a new global monetary order?
KAZAN – Recent discussions at the BRICS summit in Kazan, Tatarstan, could set the stage for a new era in the global financial landscape. The debate around a common currency, supplemented by digital payment systems like BRICS Pay and cryptocurrencies, … Continue reading BRICS: Path to a new global monetary order?
German-Indian Rapprochement: New Perspectives in New Delhi
NEW DELHI – Berlin and New Delhi are aiming to deepen their trade relations – a venture that was reaffirmed at the recent meeting between Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Prime Minister Narendra Modi in India’s capital, New Delhi. Despite the … Continue reading German-Indian Rapprochement: New Perspectives in New Delhi
Indian Stock Market Turbulence: Global Uncertainty
NEW DELHI – As the world’s eyes turn to the escalating tensions in the Middle East, the ripple effects are felt across the globe, with financial markets bearing the brunt of the uncertainty. The Indian equity indices, BSE Sensex and … Continue reading Indian Stock Market Turbulence: Global Uncertainty
PM Modi in Brunei: A Milestone in Bilateral Relations
BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN – In a landmark moment for India-Brunei relations, Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on a historic visit to Brunei on September 3, marking the first-ever bilateral visit by an Indian prime minister to the Southeast Asian nation. … Continue reading PM Modi in Brunei: A Milestone in Bilateral Relations
Turkey applies for BRICS membership
ANKARA – In a move that has sent ripples through international alliances, Turkey has officially applied for membership in the BRICS group, signaling a potential shift in global economic partnerships. This application by a key NATO member underscores a growing … Continue reading Turkey applies for BRICS membership
The Dawn of a New Era: Asia Embraces Passport-Free Travel
ABU DHABI – In an age where technology and convenience converge, the concept of passport-free travel is no longer a distant dream but a burgeoning reality. Spearheading this revolutionary movement, Zayed International Airport in Abu Dhabi is set to implement … Continue reading The Dawn of a New Era: Asia Embraces Passport-Free Travel
ASEAN Embraces AI: Survey Reveals Optimism
JAKARTA – In a groundbreaking survey, the ASEAN region has demonstrated a robust commitment to integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) within its various sectors, signaling a transformative shift in the technological landscape. The ASEAN Ministerial Meeting on Science, Technology and Innovation … Continue reading ASEAN Embraces AI: Survey Reveals Optimism