Read the latest news from regional and global sources, presenting different voices and perspectives.

Business News | HSG Laser Deepens Localization Strategy in India, Reinforces Long-Term Commitment to Local Manufacturing Ecosystem
PRNewswire Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], July 10: HSG Laser, a global leader in intelligent laser cutting and automation solutions, is strengthening its localization strategy in India, reaffirming its long-term commitment to support Indian...

Business News | The Brand Story Recognises Excellence in the World of Business
VMPL New Delhi [India], July 10: The Brand Story, one of India's most trusted media companies that elevate brands with innovative branding and marketing solutions which promises recognition that continues to solidify brands reputation as a...
Business : Manulife IM Expects Ringgit To Strengthen On Asian Market Gains
KUALA LUMPUR, July 10 (Bernama) -- Global asset manager Manulife Investment Management (Manulife IM) expects the ringgit to strengthen against the US dollar in the second half of 2025 (2H2025), supported by gains in Asian markets. Its Asia Head of...

Big tech’s new AI ad tools could disrupt the agency model
For the last few months, Swiggy, India’s hyperlocal food delivery platform, had been involved in the beta testing of Google’s advertising-focused AI solutions to boost its reach to audiences. One of these solutions was an improved version of...

Technology firms drive nearly half of flex space demand in first half of 2025
New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): Technology companies remained the biggest occupiers in India's flexible workspace segment during the first half of 2025, contributing to nearly 50 per cent of total demand, as firms continued to prioritise agility...

Pakistan to decide on sending hockey team to India for Asia Cup, Junior World Cup post after reviewing security situation
Pakistan will review the security situation before taking a call on sending its national hockey team to India for the upcoming Asia Cup and the Junior World Cup later this year, PTI reported. The report said that a top government official has said...
Pakistan to review security threats before sending hockey team to India for Asia Cup and World Cup
File picture of Pakistan hockey team players at a practice session in Chennai | Photo Credit: M. Vedhan Pakistan is set to review the security situation in India before deciding whether to send its national hockey team for the upcoming Asia Cup...

asia Malaysia says China will sign Southeast Asia nuclear weapons free zone treaty when documents are ready
KUALA LUMPUR — China will sign up to a Southeast Asian treaty banning nuclear weapons in the region as soon as all documentation is ready, Malaysia's foreign minister said on Thursday (July 10). The Southeast Asian Nuclear Weapons Free Zone, or...
Business : Manulife Sees Possible Further OPR Cuts For Malaysia In 2H2025
KUALA LUMPUR, July 8 (Bernama) -- Manulife Investment Management (Manulife IM) expects Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) to reduce its Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) further in the second half of 2025 (2H2025) amid shifting global and domestic dynamics,...

The surging demand for skills training in a rapidly changing global economy
With more than 175 million users, Coursera is the largest online learning platform in the world. It currently offers more than 16,000 courses in collaboration with 370+ partners. Students can also earn a distinct credential from the platform – a...

China's economy likely grew 5.2% in Q2 despite trade war, poll shows
hina's economy is expected to have expanded more than five percent in the second quarter thanks to strong exports, analysts say, but they warned Donald Trump's trade war could cause a sharp slowdown in the final six months. The world's...

EFG Shifts Banker to UK to Cover Global Asia Clients
Zurich-based EFG has made an appointment to a newly formed team in the UK that will focus on serving Asian clients. EFG has named Oliver Balmelli as business head Asia Pacific, UK, according to a LinkedIn post. «After 19 years in Singapore we are...

Huawei seeks AI chip deals in Middle East and Southeast Asia
Huawei Technologies is attempting to export small amounts of AI chips to the Middle East and Southeast Asia, as it looks to establish itself in markets dominated by U.S. chip designer Nvidia, Bloomberg News reported on Thursday.The Chinese telecom...

Business News | Manipal Academy of Higher Education Hosted 2-day International Conference on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Health
NewsVoir Manipal (Karnataka) [India], July 10: The Manipal College of Nursing (MCON), of Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), Institution of Eminence Deemed to be University, in collaboration with the Faculty of Nursing, University of New...

Business News | StoryNest Communications Debuts as India's New-Age Brand Storytelling Agency, Championing Purpose-Driven Narratives
PNN Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], July 10: India's communications industry welcomed a fresh force today with the launch of StoryNest Communications, a full-service communications and brand storytelling agency headquartered in Kolkata. Founded by...

Business News | Suresh Raina Champions Grassroots Talent as Ambassador of the Indian Softball Cricket League (ISCL)
VMPL Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], July 10: Suresh Raina, the former Indian cricket star and revered "Mr. IPL," has been appointed as the official ambassador for the Indian Softball Cricket League (ISCL). With a strong passion for nurturing...

Business News | Centre Grants Tax Exemption Benefits to IREDA Bonds
New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): The central government has granted tax-saving status to PSU renewable projects financing company IREDA Ltd's bonds under Section 54EC of the Income Tax Act. This will facilitate low-cost fundraising for renewable...

Business News | Not Rocket Science Launches Game Changing RTD Shake with 26g Protein for Daily Life
BusinessWire India Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], July 10: Protein in India has evolved. What started as scoops of powder tucked away in gym bags has moved through chewy bars in office drawers. Now, Not Rocket Science, a modern nutrition brand, is...

Business News | NimbleEdge Open-Sources the Future of AI, Launches World's First On-Device Agentic AI Platform - DeliteAI
VMPL Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], July 10: NimbleEdge, the on-device AI platform built for performance, privacy, and portability, today announced the global launch of its on-device agentic AI platform 'DeliteAI'. It is the first open-source...

Business News | Amidst Rising Gold Prices, Explore Gold Loans on Bajaj Markets
HT Syndication Pune (Maharashtra) [India], July 10: With gold prices continuing to rise in 2025, Bajaj Markets empowers individuals to unlock the value of their gold through quick and reliable gold loan solutions. In these times, pledging gold...