The UAE continues to make significant progress in building the digital future, driven by strategic investments in artificial intelligence and cutting-edge infrastructure.

UAE Pioneers Future with Smart Investments in AI and Digital Networks

The UAE continues to make significant progress in building the digital future, driven by strategic investments in artificial intelligence and cutting-edge infrastructure. Since launching the UAE Strategy for Artificial Intelligence in 2017, the country has prioritised sectors such as healthcare, education, renewable energy, transportation, and the environment, with the goal of being the world’s leading […]

The 2025 TCS London Marathon has officially smashed the global record for most marathon finishers. Guinness World Records, which celebrates its 70th year in 2025, acknowledged the accomplishment, with 56,640 runners successfully finishing the race.

2025 TCS London Marathon Shatters Global Finisher Record

The 2025 TCS London Marathon has officially smashed the global record for most marathon finishers. Guinness World Records, which celebrates its 70th year in 2025, acknowledged the accomplishment, with 56,640 runners successfully finishing the race. This milestone breaks the previous record of 55,646 finishers set by the TCS New York City Marathon in November 2024. […]

Mao Saigo of Japan won her maiden Major championship by winning a thrilling and unprecedented five-woman playoff at the Chevron Championship on April 27 in The Woodlands, Texas. Saigo hammered in a pivotal five-foot birdie putt at The Club at Carlton Woods, fulfilling a long-held desire. Starting the day tied for the lead with South Korea's Ryu Hae-ran, Saigo shot a two-over-par 74 and needed a birdie at the par-five 18th to make the playoff. Yin Ruoning of China, Kim Hyo-joo of South Korea, Ariya Jutanugarn of Thailand, and American Lindy Duncan all finished at seven-under-par 281. It featured the biggest playoff field in LPGA Major history. Ariya appeared to be on track for victory, but she failed at the final hole after a mistake in which she barely struck her ball, resulting in a costly bogey. Except for Saigo, no other player was able to capitalise throughout the playoffs. Yin sank her birdie attempt, but Kim, Ariya, and Duncan all missed theirs. Saigo's patient approach to her pitch shot led to the winning birdie. With six wins on the LPGA of Japan Tour, this was her first victory on American soil. Saigo is now aiming for the world No. 1 ranking.

Saigo Secures Dream Victory at Chevron Championship in Dramatic Finish

Mao Saigo of Japan won her maiden Major championship by winning a thrilling and unprecedented five-woman playoff at the Chevron Championship on April 27 in The Woodlands, Texas. Saigo hammered in a pivotal five-foot birdie putt at The Club at Carlton Woods, fulfilling a long-held desire. Starting the day tied for the lead with South […]

Nandini Agarwal made history as the world's youngest female Chartered Accountant at the age of 19, earning a prestigious Guinness World Record.

Madhya Pradesh’s Nandini Agarwal Breaks Records as Youngest Female Chartered Accountant

Nandini Agarwal made history as the world’s youngest female Chartered Accountant at the age of 19, earning a prestigious Guinness World Record. Across India, lakhs of students want to pass the Chartered Accountancy (CA) test, widely regarded as one of the most difficult professional exams in the country. However, only a few achieve the peak […]

According to a new analysis by think tank Climate Risks Horizon, India could save roughly $66 billion in foreign cash by eliminating thermal coal imports by 2029.

Thermal Coal Phase-Out by 2029 Could Strengthen India’s Energy Security

According to a new analysis by think tank Climate Risks Horizon, India could save roughly $66 billion in foreign cash by eliminating thermal coal imports by 2029. According to the analysis, if India can add 50 gigawatts of renewable energy capacity each year, it will be able to drastically reduce its dependence on coal and […]

India has inked a defence deal with France to purchase 26 Rafale fighter jets for the Indian Navy, with an estimated cost of ₹63,000 crore.

India Strengthens Naval Power with Purchase of 26 Rafale M Jets from Dassault Aviation

India has inked a defence deal with France to purchase 26 Rafale fighter jets for the Indian Navy, with an estimated cost of ₹63,000 crore. The two nations reached an agreement on Monday, marking another step forward in their strengthening strategic ties. Dassault Aviation, a leading French aerospace company, will supply the aircraft. The Rafale […]

New Delhi is considering major reforms to address its pollution crisis, including limiting the number of petrol and diesel cars a family can own and prohibiting the sale of fuel-guzzling two-wheelers.

Delhi Plans Major Shift to EVs, Limits Petrol Car Ownership Per Family

New Delhi is considering major reforms to address its pollution crisis, including limiting the number of petrol and diesel cars a family can own and prohibiting the sale of fuel-guzzling two-wheelers. A new draft policy proposes steps to boost the city’s adoption of electric vehicles and reduce increasing emissions.  The Delhi government intends to waive […]

Thailand plans to replace the existing TM6 paper forms with the new Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) beginning May 1, to improve security and convenience for international travellers.

Thailand’s Immigration Overhaul Targets Criminal Networks with Digital Cards

Thailand plans to replace the existing TM6 paper forms with the new Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) beginning May 1, to improve security and convenience for international travellers. According to immigration officials, the TDAC system will dramatically improve screening for transnational criminals entering the country. Pol Maj Gen Choengron Rimpadee, chief of Immigration Division 2 […]

Tigst Assefa of Ethiopia made history by breaking the women's marathon world record at the London Marathon in 2:15:50.

Ethiopia’s Tigst Assefa Makes History With 2:15:50 Run in London

Tigst Assefa of Ethiopia made history by breaking the women’s marathon world record at the London Marathon in 2:15:50. The 28-year-old athlete dominated the race in the absence of 2024 winner Peres Jepchirchir, who set the previous record of 2:16:16. Assefa remained strong in a leading pack of four early on, but he surged ahead […]

London is preparing to bid for the 2029 World Athletics Championships, with UK Sport, the Mayor of London, and Athletic Ventures confirming the decision on Sunday.

UK Sport and London Officials Confirm 2029 World Athletics Bid

London is preparing to bid for the 2029 World Athletics Championships, with UK Sport, the Mayor of London, and Athletic Ventures confirming the decision on Sunday. The announcement came ahead of the 45th London Marathon, adding interest to an already historic event. A formal expression of interest will be sent to World Athletics in September. […]