Japan Economy Boosted as BOJ’s Survey Signals Rate Hike
Big Japanese manufacturers’ business sentiment reached a four-year high in the three months ending December, according to a closely monitored survey. This boost in confidence reinforces market expectations that the Bank of Japan (BOJ) will raise interest rates this week. Despite current optimism, firms are concerned that conditions will worsen
Berger Paints to Invest ₹340 Crore in UAE for New Plant
Berger Paints Emirates Ltd Co, a step-down subsidiary of Asian Paints Pvt Limited, Singapore, has announced that it will set up its second paint manufacturing plant in the UAE. The company has pledged an investment of AED 140 million, which is approximately ₹340 crore or $38.12 million. According to Berger
Yen Hits Nine-Month Low as U.S. Shutdown Nears End
On Tuesday, the yen dropped to its lowest level since February, while riskier currencies strengthened against the dollar, as traders anticipated the U.S. government shutdown would soon come to an end. The euro remained steady at $1.1555, and sterling gradually rose to $1.3165. Late Monday, the U.S. Senate approved a
Former South Korean President Yoon Charged in Treason Case
South Korea’s special prosecutor recently indicted former President Yoon Suk Yeol on additional charges, including abuse of power and aiding an enemy state, related to his brief attempt to impose martial law last year. An official disclosed that Yoon tried to provoke a military conflict between South and North Korea
Dutch giant ASML Slams EU after PM Modi’s Interaction
A senior executive from Dutch semiconductor company ASML criticised European Union leaders for being difficult to access for companies like his. Frank Heemskerk, ASML’s EVP of global public affairs, made these remarks after a meeting between ASML’s CEO Christophe Fouquet and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Heemskerk recounted that Modi
Tata Communications Wins Big at 2025 Asian Tech Awards
Tata Communications Limited was honored with the India Technology Excellence Award for Cloud – Financial Services at the Asian Technology Excellence Awards 2025. The award highlighted its pivotal role in helping Bajaj Auto Credit Limited (BACL) implement a secure, cloud-native lending platform powered by Vayu Financial Cloud. BACL, a fully
NAB to Cut 410 Jobs, Expand Hiring in India and Vietnam
The National Australia Bank (NAB) is reducing 410 positions in its technology and enterprise operations across Australia. Simultaneously, it is creating 127 new roles in India and Vietnam, as confirmed by an official spokesperson and initially reported by the nation’s financial services union. These developments follow shortly after rival
Hyundai Boosts US Investment to $26 Billion After Lee Visit
Hyundai Motor Group announced on August 26, 2025, an increase in its US investment to $26 billion through 2028, up $5 billion from the $21 billion pledged in March. The investment, aimed at expanding auto, steel, and robotics production, underscores deepening economic ties between South Korea and the US. It
China’s Mega Dam Raises Concerns about Water Conflict with India
India fears the Chinese mega-dam in Tibet could reduce water flows on a major river by up to 85% during the dry season, according to sources and a government analysis seen by Reuters. This has prompted India to fast-track its own dam projects to mitigate potential effects. Since the early
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