According to the Abu Dhabi Chamber, the Artificial Intelligence sector grew by 61% between June 2023 and June 2024.

Abu Dhabi Emerges as Global AI Hub with 61% Sector Expansion

According to the Abu Dhabi Chamber, the Artificial Intelligence sector grew by 61% between June 2023 and June 2024. The emirate presently has 673 AI companies, ranking among the greatest concentrations in the global landscape of 90,904 AI firms. This expansion solidifies Abu Dhabi’s status as the fastest-growing AI hub in the Middle East and […]

Preparations for the World Para Athletics Championships in New Delhi are on track, with Mondo track installation at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, according to Paralympic Committee of India (PCI) President Devendra Jhajharia.

Record 107 Nations Confirm for Para Athletics Worlds in India

Preparations for the World Para Athletics Championships in New Delhi are on track, with Mondo track installation at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, according to Paralympic Committee of India (PCI) President Devendra Jhajharia. The event, to be held from September 27 to October 5, marks India’s debut as host of the prestigious competition. Jhajharia confirmed that 95% […]

The Federal Government of Nigeria has launched the National Public Sector Solarisation Initiative (NPSSI), which will provide distributed solar power systems to public institutions nationwide.

Nigeria Targets Clean Energy for Public Infrastructure with N100 Billion Plan

The Federal Government of Nigeria has launched the National Public Sector Solarisation Initiative (NPSSI), which will provide distributed solar power systems to public institutions nationwide. The plan, which has received an initial budget of N100 billion from the Federal Government, will power schools, hospitals, security facilities, government offices, and other critical infrastructure. The Rural Electrification […]

India has announced a plan to expand its export outreach to 50 countries, focusing on West Asia, Africa and other emerging markets, in response to steep US tariff hikes.

India Ramps Up Diversification Drive to Counter 50% US Tariff Hike

India has announced a plan to expand its export outreach to 50 countries, focusing on West Asia, Africa and other emerging markets, in response to steep US tariff hikes. The move follows Washington’s decision to charge a 25% tariff on Indian imports, with an additional 25% imposed on August 27, 2025, the highest rate since […]

NASA and Google have collaborated to develop an AI-powered medical assistant to assist astronauts with health concerns on long-duration missions to the Moon and Mars.

NASA-Google Partnership Targets Medical Autonomy for Space Crews

NASA and Google have collaborated to develop an AI-powered medical assistant to assist astronauts with health concerns on long-duration missions to the Moon and Mars. As human space exploration progresses beyond low Earth orbit, real-time contact with Earth becomes impossible, with delays of up to 20 minutes each way. Emergency evacuations could take months or […]

India has delivered the first batch of 10 electric buses to Mauritius, strengthening the nations' bilateral cooperation on sustainable mobility.

Mauritius Receives First Batch of Indian E-Buses Under Strategic Mobility Pact

India has delivered the first batch of 10 electric buses to Mauritius, strengthening the nations’ bilateral cooperation on sustainable mobility. The handover event was held at the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Institute of Public Service and Innovation in Reduit and was attended by Mauritius PM Navinchandra Ramgoolam, Indian High Commissioner Anurag Srivastava, and senior government dignitaries. […]

Nepal has announced the opening of 97 peaks in its remote western area for free climbing to stimulate mountain tourism.

Royalty Waived for Nearly 100 Peaks in Nepal’s Western Region

Nepal has announced the opening of 97 peaks in its remote western area for free climbing to stimulate mountain tourism. The decision, approved by the Department of Tourism, eliminates the royalty fees for these mountains for the next two years. The peaks in Karnali and Sudurpashchim provinces range in height from 5,870 to 7,132 meters […]

Indonesia has made a significant step towards establishing its first nuclear power station, as the Indonesian Nuclear Energy Regulatory Agency (Bapeten) has approved the site evaluation for the ThorCon 500 plant on Kelasa Island, Bangka Belitung Islands.

Kelasa Island Chosen for Indonesia’s First Nuclear Plant Evaluation

Indonesia has made a significant step towards establishing its first nuclear power station, as the Indonesian Nuclear Energy Regulatory Agency (Bapeten) has approved the site evaluation for the ThorCon 500 plant on Kelasa Island, Bangka Belitung Islands. PT Thorcon Power Indonesia submitted the evaluation request on January 21, 2025, and it was completed in 126 […]

Fujairah has emerged as Asia's centre of yoga excellence, hosting the 6th Asian Yogasana Championship (UAE 2025) at the Zayed Sports Complex.

UAE Hosts Prestigious 6th Asian Yogasana Championship in Fujairah

Fujairah has emerged as Asia’s centre of yoga excellence, hosting the 6th Asian Yogasana Championship (UAE 2025) at the Zayed Sports Complex. The two-day event is hosted by H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah. It brings together 160 athletes from 16 countries to compete at the highest level of yogasana […]

Vietnam surpassed Thailand to become the world's second-largest rice exporter in the first half of 2025. India remained the leading exporter, with 11.68 million metric tonnes, up 36.5% year on year.

Vietnam Edges Ahead of Thailand in Global Rice Export Rankings

Vietnam surpassed Thailand to become the world’s second-largest rice exporter in the first half of 2025. India remained the leading exporter, with 11.68 million metric tonnes, up 36.5% year on year. Vietnam delivered 4.72 million metric tonnes, up 3.5%, while Thailand dropped to third with 3.73 million metric tonnes, a 27.3% decrease. Pakistan exported 2.76 […]