UAE’s EV Charging Network Grows Rapidly, Supporting 30% Annual Growth in EV Demand

UAE’s EV Charging Network Grows Rapidly, Supporting 30% Annual Growth in EV Demand

The UAE is speeding its transition to sustainable transport, with plans to deploy over 500 electric vehicle (EV) charging stations by the end of 2025. This extension intends to accommodate increased EV use while dramatically reducing carbon emissions. The project is consistent with the country’s long-term environmental plans. Sharif Al Olama, Under-Secretary for Energy and […]

Thailand’s Tourism Booms: 3.7 Million Visitors in January, China Leads Arrivals

Thailand’s Tourism Booms: 3.7 Million Visitors in January, China Leads Arrivals

Thailand had an impressive start to 2025, with 3.709 million foreign tourists in January. This represents a huge 22.2% increase over the same period last year, according to the Tourism and Sports Ministry. The spike demonstrates Thailand’s growing popularity as a global tourism destination. China was the biggest source country, with 662,779 visitors, followed by […]

India's Para Athletes Shine in Thailand, Move Closer to Global Glory

India’s Para Athletes Shine in Thailand, Move Closer to Global Glory

India’s para cyclists put up an amazing display on Day 2 of the Asian Road & Paracycling Championship in Phichit, Thailand. Their endurance and determination culminated in four more medals for the country, bolstering India’s burgeoning prominence in the para-cycling world. Jyoti Gaderiya of Maharashtra won gold in the Women’s C2 Road Race, and Prashant […]

10-Year-Old Viraj Sarawgi Stuns Chess World with Bangkok Triumph

10-Year-Old Viraj Sarawgi Stuns Chess World with Bangkok Triumph

Viraj Sarawgi, a Grade 5 student at Royal Global School in Guwahati, Assam, has made an impressive debut in the chess world by earning a silver medal at the prestigious Bangkok Rapid Chess Championship. The competition, held at Kings College in Bang Phong Phang, Bangkok, attracted over 250 players from seven different countries, making it […]

NBA Expands Asia-Pacific Presence with Singapore Partnership and Youth Tournament

NBA Expands Asia-Pacific Presence with Singapore Partnership and Youth Tournament

On Thursday, the National Basketball Association (NBA) announced a partnership with Singapore to launch a series of basketball activities. This collaboration will begin with a multi-year arrangement with an immersive basketball and entertainment festival in June. The festival will feature open courts, exclusive player appearances, meet-and-greet sessions, clinics, and an opportunity for fans to snap […]

Singapore, Indonesia Extend Collaboration to Enhance Maritime Safety and Training

Singapore, Indonesia Extend Collaboration to Enhance Maritime Safety and Training

Singapore and Indonesia have renewed their commitment to maritime excellence by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for another two years. This agreement aims to train government marine authorities, improve sea safety, and increase environmental protection activities. The extension, signed on February 7, 2025, marks the 20th anniversary of the fruitful collaboration between Singapore’s Maritime […]

ISRO signs Technical Implementation Plan with European Space Agency for network operation support for Gaganyaan missions

ISRO signs Technical Implementation Plan with European Space Agency for network operation support for Gaganyaan missions

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and the European Space Agency (ESA) have taken their collaboration a step further. On December 4, both agencies signed a Technical Implementing Plan (TIP) at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC). Key officials from both sides were present for the formal signing. This plan allows ESA to provide crucial ground tracking […]

Sheikh Mohammed launches ‘Dubai Walk’ project to transform city mobility

Sheikh Mohammed launches ‘Dubai Walk’ project to transform city mobility

Dubai is set to become a more pedestrian-friendly city with the launch of the Dubai Walk Master Plan, approved by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Ruler of Dubai. The plan aims to create a 6,500 km network of walkways covering 160 areas across the city. By 2040, Dubai will build 3,300 km of new walkways and upgrade 2,300 km of […]

PM Modi to inaugurate ‘Rising Rajasthan Global Investment Summit

PM Modi to inaugurate ‘Rising Rajasthan Global Investment Summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Rising Rajasthan Global Investment Summit 2024 on Monday at the Jaipur Exhibition and Convention Centre (JECC). He will arrive at Jaipur airport in the morning before heading to JECC, where he will inaugurate the summit and take a brief tour of the exposition in Hall B. In Hall A, Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma will present a souvenir […]

PM Modi inaugurates Ashtalakshmi Mahotsav with a focus on northeastern States

PM Modi inaugurates Ashtalakshmi Mahotsav with a focus on northeastern States

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the first-ever ‘Ashtalakshmi Mahotsav’ at Bharat Mandapam, Delhi, on Friday. The three-day event, running from December 6 to 8, highlights the rich culture, craftsmanship, and economic potential of Northeast India. In his address, PM Modi praised the Northeast’s vibrant culture and dynamic people, calling the region a key driver of India’s growth. He stressed the need to preserve cultural […]