·       India, Germany sign migration, security pacts; visa-free transit announced after Modi-Merz talks https://bit.ly/3NtjL4p ·       India’s economy may be shifting from speed to strength – and that’s a win ·       Maruti Suzuki clears Rs 4,960 cr for new Gujarat plant; to add 1 mn capacity https://bit.ly/49sPyeB ·       JP Morgan's India arm leases 2.7 lakh sq ft in Powai for ₹612 crore https://bit.ly/4sUVDbp ·       Razorpay Prepares for IPO, Plans…

Commerce Minister Suphajee Suthumpun targets a consumer boom in India, pledging support for Thai giants including CP and SCG amidst a $20bn trade surge.   Thailand’s Minister of Commerce, Suphajee Suthumpun, has concluded a strategic summit with six of the kingdom's largest industrial conglomerates in Mumbai, signalling a major push to integrate Thai firms into India’s rapidly expanding supply chains..... More https://bit.ly/4585Mal Via nationthailand.com

India, Germany to advance deals in semiconductors, green energy, mobility During German Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s two-day visit to India, which begins on Monday, India and Germany are set to sign several agreements spanning sectors such as defence, mobility, education and skilling — including the teaching of German in more Indian schools — investment, critical technology supply chain, green energy, and semiconductor, as Berlin is keen to double its trade with New Delhi from the current…

Addressing the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference in Rajkot on Sunday, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Ukraine Dr Oleksandr Polishchuk highlighted opportunities for Indian firms Inviting Indians to play a role in its reconstruction and recovery efforts, battle-torn Ukraine urged Indian companies to participate in the upcoming Ukraine Recovery Conference in Poland later this year......

·       Trade, talent, tech on table as Friedrich Merz's visit begins on Monday https://bit.ly/3YzURlZ ·       India’s EU trade rebalances with strong gains in Spain and steady demand in Germany https://bit.ly/4bt1Y7o ·       Ukraine invites India to Reconstruction and Recovery conference in Poland https://bit.ly/3Nmkp3C ·       PM Modi says India is seeing ‘period of certainty’ amid ‘great global uncertainty’ https://bit.ly/3Yz7Zbe ·       Emergency …

  MEA says Modi spoke to Trump eight times in 2025; the trade friction dragged Indian equities lower for a fifth straight session Friday, marking a sluggish start to 2026 India has rejected claims made by US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick that the India-US trade deal did not happen because Prime Minister Narendra Modi did not speak to US President Donald Trump.....

India Inc is expected to show a slowdown in earnings growth in October-December (Q3FY26), according to brokerages, though they have estimated acceleration in revenue growth during the quarter.   According to estimates of various brokerages, the combined net profits of the Nifty 50 companies are expected to grow 5.2 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y), slowing from 7.2 per cent in Q3FY25 and 6.6 per cent in Q2FY26.   At this rate, the companies’ growth in combined net profits in Q3FY26 is likel…

Reliance Jio may launch its IPO worth $4.4 bln this year. Reports suggest that the company may list 2.5% of its stake. Mukesh Ambani-led Reliance Jio Platforms is likely to make its market debut this year, offering 2.5% of the company, a report published by Reuters said. According to Reuters, this Jio Platforms stake offload may result in the country’s largest IPO, worth over $4 billion....

- Premium Economy to launch in 10 new cities and expand to additional flights in two existing destinations - Additional daily frequencies with next-gen A350 to Copenhagen, Phuket and Cape Town layer on more capacity and enhanced onboard experience ahead of peak travel demand Emirates will continue rolling out its retrofitted Boeing 777 and new A350 aircraft to key destinations across Europe, North America, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and Australia, bringing Premium Economy and its latest o…

The discussions included Nvidia’s DGX Spark, a compact AI system capable of delivering up to 1 petaFLOP performance without requiring internet connectivity, making it suitable for sectors such as railways, healthcare and education. Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, in a meeting with senior Nvidia officials on Thursday, discussed the development of the sovereign graphics processing unit and the manufacturing of high-end data processing devices in India....

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has been granted a Copyright for an innovative digital application designed to manage and plan distributed solar photovoltaic (PV) systems. The application integrates data related to weather conditions and energy operational performance into a comprehensive digital simulation system and links it directly to the Shams Dubai Master Database. This advanced application supports data-driven decision-making and enhances the efficiency of future planning for…

UAE ·        Ras Al Khaimah property market records strong growth https://bit.ly/4sEguPK ·        Dubai’s real estate market records new historic milestone with transactions exceeding AED917 billion in 2025 https://bit.ly/3LcgGoP ·        Abu Dhabi real estate market closes 2025 with $44.6 billion in sales, record transaction volumes https://bit.ly/3NjGxvw ·        UAE bank assets surge 0.8 percent surpassing $1.43 trillion by November 2025 https://bit.ly/45bIW1…

UAE ·        Sheikh Mohammed attends 1 Billion Followers Summit, highlights content creation’s role in economic development and global awareness https://bit.ly/3YzilHX ·        Abu Dhabi Department of Energy launches ‘Barq’: Ultra-fast EV network delivering 100 kilometres of range in three minutes https://bit.ly/4pAlmTk ·        Masdar signs power purchase agreement for 150MW solar plant in Angola https://bit.ly/4aPYv2z ·        Buying your first home in Dub…

10 years of connecting the Middle East's mega projects 4-5 February 2026 Dubai World Trade Centre For a decade, Breakbulk Middle East has been the meeting point for the companies driving the region’s most ambitious developments — and the show is just around the corner. Government ministries, private-sector oil & gas leaders, and the world’s leading EPCs hold the keys to these lucrative contracts, and this event remains the most effective way to connect with them directly... More https://b…

The Island of Athar, located in Jazan Region, stands as a silent witness to a once-flourishing civilization whose rapid rise and sudden decline left behind enduring ruins and historical intrigue. Adjacent to the island lies the ancient city of Athar, a site of great historical importance.Historical sources describe Athar as a thriving port and one of southern Arabia’s most prominent commercial centers. It served as a vital crossroads between major civilizations, connecting maritime trade route…

Diriyah Company has announced a new joint development agreement with Midad Development and Real Estate Investment Company to build the Four Seasons Hotel and Private Residences Diriyah. The new partnership formalizes the collaboration between the two companies to develop the 159-room luxury Four Seasons Hotel Diriyah and Four Seasons Private Residences within Diriyah’s masterplan, spanning 235,938 square meters. The total value of the project stands at $827 million (SAR 3.1 billion), encompass…

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has reinforced its leadership in artificial intelligence and machine learning through the ‘Intelligence Data Modelling Software Related to the Operational Technology System (IDMS)’. This new innovation analyses data from supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems to support data-driven operational decision-making, enhancing the efficiency and reliability of critical water infrastructure management. The software has been patented in t…

- Premium Economy to launch in 10 new cities and expand to additional flights in two existing destinations - Additional daily frequencies with next-gen A350 to Copenhagen, Phuket and Cape Town layer on more capacity and enhanced onboard experience ahead of peak travel demand Emirates will continue rolling out its retrofitted Boeing 777 and new A350 aircraft to key destinations across Europe, North America, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and Australia, bringing Premium Economy and its latest o…

UAE ·        Top 10 revealed: Abu Dhabi, Dubai emerge as world’s safest havens for solo travelers in 2025 https://bit.ly/3LDxR2y ·        Etihad Rail announces 7 new stations ahead of phased 2026 launch https://bit.ly/3LhBACV ·        Dubai Chambers to hold Dubai Business Forum – China in May to spotlight key D33 investment opportunities https://bit.ly/3Z4ZEfo ·        Abu Dhabi achieves key milestones on path to becoming world’s first AI-native government b…

Markaz released its Market Review report for 2025. The report highlighted that Kuwait equity market was the second best-performer (+21.0%) among GCC markets in 2025, trailing only Oman (+28.2%), supported by strong corporate earnings of companies, especially banks, ongoing reforms momentum, increased foreign investor interest and a bullish economic outlook. Positive macroeconomic conditions such as robust non-oil economic activity, accelerating credit growth, an uptick in project awards, emphas…

  Singapore ·       Temasek, GIC returns are reasonable and within govt expectations: Jeffrey Siow https://bit.ly/4qNQXlv ·       Competition watchdog not yet notified of Clementi Mall sale, potential CapitaLand-Mapletree merger https://bit.ly/4aSibmo ·       Budget 2026: SBF, PwC list out 18 recommendations to strengthen Singapore economy https://bit.ly/4jCQHDD ·       E-commerce platforms such as Shopee expand into insurance, drawing closer regulatory scrutiny http…

Commerce Minister Suphajee Suthumpun targets a consumer boom in India, pledging support for Thai giants including CP and SCG amidst a $20bn trade surge.   Thailand’s Minister of Commerce, Suphajee Suthumpun, has concluded a strategic summit with six of the kingdom's largest industrial conglomerates in Mumbai, signalling a major push to integrate Thai firms into India’s rapidly expanding supply chains..... More https://bit.ly/4585Mal Via nationthailand.com

Singapore ·       DBS and OCBC break new records, SGX rises amid volatility in Venezuela https://bit.ly/4qIEM9x ·       Gold, Bitcoin and REITs: What investors should consider for their portfolios in 2026 https://bit.ly/49pX0qR ·       MAS, SGX RegCo take steps to facilitate dual listings on SGX, Nasdaq https://bit.ly/4jAFByP ·       Singapore’s Nasdaq link draws interest, but threshold and liquidity may limit take-up https://bit.ly/3NhkDZS ·       DBS lays g…

- Premium Economy to launch in 10 new cities and expand to additional flights in two existing destinations - Additional daily frequencies with next-gen A350 to Copenhagen, Phuket and Cape Town layer on more capacity and enhanced onboard experience ahead of peak travel demand Emirates will continue rolling out its retrofitted Boeing 777 and new A350 aircraft to key destinations across Europe, North America, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and Australia, bringing Premium Economy and its latest o…

  Singapore ·       Singapore has to accept risk of rogue actors to prosper as a wealth hub: Chee Hong Tat https://bit.ly/4sxKVas ·       Buyer caught in 99-1 property deal drops lawsuit against agent, ERA and law firm https://bit.ly/44Zc7or ·       Inside Singapore’s AI bootcamp to retrain 35,000 bankers https://bit.ly/44ZbgUS ·       If there’s any place in the world to do business in 2026, it’s ASEAN: UOB research head https://bit.ly/49gpL9m ·       C…

Singapore ·       Singapore banks: DBS crosses $58 for the first time in record-breaking rally https://bit.ly/49oBv8n ·       S’pore interest rates could bottom out in second quarter of 2026: UOB https://bit.ly/498eTKw ·       Farmer, plumber, lift technician: More young people in Singapore drawn to skilled trades https://bit.ly/49s1wUv ·       AI trust mark, ‘master trainers’ to help business leaders top KPMG and SID’s Budget 2026 wish list https://bit.ly/4aN…

Singapore ·       STI hits record high above 4,700 points, may reach 5,000 in 2026 https://bit.ly/3LhdUi4 ·       Singdollar could continue to strengthen against regional currencies in 2026: OCBC chief economist https://bit.ly/49n5KMX ·       DBS leads as Singapore investment banking fees hit 4-year high in 2025 amid M&A rebound https://bit.ly/4qezRNS ·       How are Singapore youth hashing out their career aspirations? https://bit.ly/4qGLwF8 ·       Investors …

Singapore ·       Singapore retail sales up more than 6% in November 2025 https://bit.ly/4ppOvk2 ·       SGX rebrands equities business to SGX Stock Exchange as STI marks 60th anniversary https://bit.ly/4qDLRs7 ·       Singapore may not top its 2025 GDP surge, but can still defy blow from US tariffs in 2026 https://bit.ly/3YoONNi ·       Several Kith Cafe outlets shut in recent months, with 2 stores still operating https://bit.ly/3N5fd4g ·       UOB lifts 2026 …

Singapore ·       How CPF changes from 2026 can give you more to spend in retirement https://bit.ly/49n5Vbh ·       Retirees should consider CPF LIFE first to avoid investing in unsuitable products https://bit.ly/4pmpPc6 ·       The Assembly Place gears up for Catalist IPO; Hong Kong’s CNE eyes secondary listing https://bit.ly/4pjmWsF ·       S’pore banks still face net interest margin pressure in 2026, but DBS is better hedged, analysts say https://bit.ly/4q5ZsbT…

Singapore ·       Keppel prioritises asset monetisation and digitalisation for growth https://bit.ly/4qx0vBl ·       Mandarin Oriental to distribute One Causeway Bay sale proceeds in special dividend on Jan 22 https://bit.ly/4qCwa4s ·       How Miniso taps into the business of joy and emotional connections https://bit.ly/4phPcfi ·       Temasek, GIC investments flat at US$31 billion even as global peers’ activity rises: report https://bit.ly/4pd56aF Vietnam ·   …