OCA Approves Cricket for 2026 Asian Games Amid Major Coordination Meetings in Nagoya

OCA Approves Cricket for 2026 Asian Games Amid Major Coordination Meetings in Nagoya

Cricket’s official retention for the 2026 Asian Games by the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) confirms the sport’s rising prominence in the region. On April 28, the 41st AINAGOC Board of Directors met at Nagoya City Hall to make the announcement. The Asian Games 2026 will be held in Japan’s Aichi and Nagoya prefectures from […]

Thailand has reached an incredible milestone, having over 11.27 million international tourists by April 20, 2025. This increase in visitors has a substantial impact on the country's economy.

Thailand Welcomes Record Number of Tourists, Generating 540.6 Billion THB in Revenue

Thailand has reached an incredible milestone, having over 11.27 million international tourists by April 20, 2025. This increase in visitors has a substantial impact on the country’s economy, contributing around 540.6 billion THB in tourism revenue. The tourist industry remains a key driver of economic growth in Thailand. The administration is optimistic that this increasing […]

Thailand recently held the "World Mental Health Conference and Retreat 2025" at the American School of Bangkok Green Valley in Samut Prakan Province.

Keynote Speakers from Around the Globe Share Insights at Thailand’s Mental Health Retreat

Thailand recently held the “World Mental Health Conference and Retreat 2025” at the American School of Bangkok Green Valley in Samut Prakan Province. The Mindfulness Academy of Asia and the Community Learning Centre co-organized the event, which brought together mental health professionals from Europe, the United States, and Asia. It attempted to emphasise the value […]

Belgian Foreign Minister Supports Greater Investment in Congo’s Mineral Resources

Belgian Foreign Minister Supports Greater Investment in Congo’s Mineral Resources

Belgium expressed a willingness to increase its involvement in the Democratic Republic of Congo’s mining sector, according to Foreign Minister Maxime Prevot, who is now visiting the resource-rich African country. The Democratic Republic of the Congo is actively attempting to expand its network of investment partners in order to fully realise the promise of its […]

Despite battling with a stomach flu outbreak, the Singapore women's hockey team made history by winning their first Asian Hockey Federation (AHF) Cup title on April 27 in Jakarta. 

Historic Win for Singapore as Women’s Hockey Team Qualifies for 2025 Asia Cup

Despite battling with a stomach flu outbreak, the Singapore women’s hockey team made history by winning their first Asian Hockey Federation (AHF) Cup title on April 27 in Jakarta.  In a dramatic final at the Bung Karno Sports Complex, they defeated Chinese Taipei 3-2 on penalties following a 1-1 draw in regulation, winning a spot […]

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 […]