The International Monetary Fund (IMF) forecast India's economy to expand by 6.6% in 2025-26, a 20-basis-point rise from its previous forecast.

India to Remain Fastest-Growing Major Economy, Says IMF

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) forecast India’s economy to expand by 6.6% in 2025-26, a 20-basis-point rise from its previous forecast. The upward revision reflects robust first-quarter performance in FY26, which helped to offset the impact of increased US tariffs on Indian exports. With this projection, India is expected to outperform China’s growth of 4.8%, […]

Sheikh Hamdan Witnesses Global Partnerships for Human-Centred City Development

Sheikh Hamdan Witnesses Global Partnerships for Human-Centred City Development

Dubai reinforced its global commitment to sustainable and human-centred urban growth by forming new international collaborations with Tokyo and Brisbane. During the Asia-Pacific Cities Summit and Mayors’ Forum 2025 at Expo City Dubai, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, […]

India is set to expand its world-class higher education network with the establishment of the first Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) campus in West Africa, which will open in Nigeria by 2026.

Nigeria to Host India’s First IIT Campus Under Global Education Expansion

India is set to expand its world-class higher education network with the establishment of the first Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) campus in West Africa, which will open in Nigeria by 2026. The program is a big step forward in India’s global education outreach under the National Education Policy 2020, which pushes Indian universities to […]

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami reviewed the upcoming Land Port project in Banbasa, Champawat district.

Uttarakhand Fast-Tracks Work on Integrated Land Port at Banbasa

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami reviewed the upcoming Land Port project in Banbasa, Champawat district. The Land Ports Authority of India (LPAI) designed a project of around ₹500 crore to improve trade and transportation between India and Nepal. During the site inspection, Dhami encouraged officials to complete construction on time and with departmental collaboration. […]

Saudi Arabia's non-oil exports increased by 5.5% in August, confirming the country's Vision 2030 economic diversification plans.

Surge in Non-Oil Exports Pushes Saudi Trade Surplus to Highest Level Since May 2024

Saudi Arabia’s non-oil exports increased by 5.5% in August, confirming the country’s Vision 2030 economic diversification plans. The General Authority for Statistics announced that the Kingdom’s trade surplus increased 53.4% in July to 26 billion riyals ($7 billion), the highest level since May 2024. Non-oil exports, including re-exports, increased by 30.4% year-on-year, supported by exceptional […]

India is preparing to promote its rice varieties in 26 new international markets, including Indonesia, Saudi Arabia, Japan, and Mexico, to increase its ₹1.8 trillion rice export revenue.

India Expands Rice Export Footprint to 26 Nations, Including Japan and Mexico

India is preparing to promote its rice varieties in 26 new international markets, including Indonesia, Saudi Arabia, Japan, and Mexico, to increase its ₹1.8 trillion rice export revenue. This program is a crucial step towards diversifying India’s export base and enhancing its position in global food markets. Dev Garg, Vice-President of the Indian Rice Exporters […]

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has officially declared 2026 as the “ASEAN-India Year of Maritime Cooperation” during the ASEAN-India Summit, emphasising India’s growing engagement with Southeast Asian nations.

PM Modi Elevates India-ASEAN Maritime Agenda by Naming 2026 the Year of Cooperation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has officially declared 2026 as the “ASEAN-India Year of Maritime Cooperation” during the ASEAN-India Summit, emphasising India’s growing engagement with Southeast Asian nations. The declaration emphasises India’s strategic focus of improving maritime security, fostering the blue economy, and strengthening participation in humanitarian and disaster relief operations. PM Modi reaffirmed ASEAN’s relevance […]

India continued its dominant performance on Day 2 of the 4th South Asian Senior Athletics Championships 2025 at Ranchi's Birsa Munda Athletics Stadium.

Seven Golds Propel India to the Top at South Asian Athletics Meet

India continued its dominant performance on Day 2 of the 4th South Asian Senior Athletics Championships 2025 at Ranchi’s Birsa Munda Athletics Stadium. The Indian contingent won 18 medals, including seven gold, eight silver, and three bronze, bringing their total to 32. Sri Lanka continued to challenge India’s supremacy, winning eight gold medals and finishing […]

Rohit Sharma made history at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) with a magnificent century in India's third One-Day International against Australia.

Rohit Sharma Becomes Oldest Indian to Score an ODI Century Against Australia

Rohit Sharma made history at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) with a magnificent century in India’s third One-Day International against Australia. The 38-year-old veteran put an end to all speculation about his retirement with a controlled 121 off 125 balls, leading India to a commanding nine-wicket victory and ensuring the visitors avoided a series whitewash. […]

The UAE has begun constructing the world's first gigascale renewable energy project capable of providing continuous clean power.

Abu Dhabi Launches Record-Breaking Solar and Battery Power Facility

The UAE has begun constructing the world’s first gigascale renewable energy project capable of providing continuous clean power. His Highness Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan attended the groundbreaking ceremony for the revolutionary project, which will generate one gigawatt of continuous renewable energy. Masdar and Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC) developed the […]