India and Russia to jointly produce SJ-100 civil aircraft

New Delhi: India and Russia have firmed up a joint collaboration to produce a twin-engine narrow-body passenger aircraft for short-haul flights in line with growing strategic ties between the two countries. State-run aerospace major Hindustan...

Dubai Municipality unveils Circle Dubai project championing Sustainability and Waste Reduction at Asia-Pacific Cities Summit

DUBAI, UAE, Oct. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Embodying Dubai's commitment to supporting global efforts towards sustainable cities, Dubai Municipality launched its pioneering project, Circle Dubai, in sustainable waste management. The launch took...

South Asia’s youth demand jobs. Here’s how the region is responding

Youth in South Asia are impatient for jobs. They recognize that a job is a pathway out of poverty, to a life of purpose, dignity, and self-worth. They also see that their economies are failing to create enough jobs for them. Recently, they showed...

Hawks edge Tigers on road to grab lead in Japan Series

Nishinomiya, Hyogo Prefecture – Jason Coskrey STAFF WRITER The Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks were not perfect in Game 3 of the Japan Series, but they were just good enough to overcome both the Hanshin Tigers and a few self-inflicted wounds. Livan Moinelo...

The Artistic Brilliance of Central Asia Takes Center Stage at Sotheby’s

On October 29, Sotheby’s will host its Arts of the Islamic World and India sale, featuring a dazzling selection of manuscripts, ceramics, metalwork, and jewelry that together trace the creative reach of Central Asia across six centuries. The...

'India Has Best...': Mumbai Man's Take On Paid Leaves Triggers Internet

Mumbai man’s X post goes viral. Image Source: AI Generated When it comes to a good work-life balance, India is not exactly the best country to work in- or so is what most netizens believe, based on countless social media posts over workplace...

Woman Who ‘Failed to Board’ Cruise Ship Found Dead on Remote Pacific Island By Gabrielle Rockson

NEED TO KNOW A missing woman was found dead on Lizard Island in the Great Barrier Reef, Australia, on Sunday, Oct. 26 The discovery came a day after the 80-year-old was separated from a hiking group, then "failed to board" their cruise ship as...

Sydney Airport Sees Surge in British, Chinese, and Indonesian Travellers

Planes can be seen on the tarmac and parked at the Sydney International Airport terminal in Sydney, Australia on Aug. 21, 2025. David Gray/AFP via Getty Images Sydney Airport has seen an increase in British, Indonesia, and Chinese arrivals from...

India Maritime Week 2025: Deputy CM Pravati Parida Invites Delegates To Bali Yatra Festival

Bhubaneswar: Deputy Chief Minister of Odisha Pravati Parida recently visited the Odisha Pavilion at India Maritime Week 2025, where she witnessed a vibrant showcase of the state’s rich maritime history and cultural heritage. The Deputy CM had the...

To attract younger visitors to India, we need to design an eco-system for them: Suyash Gupta

Trump says seven ‘brand new, beautiful planes’ shot down during Pakistan-India war

United States President Donald Trump has once again referred to the brief military conflict between Pakistan and India earlier this year, claiming that seven “brand new, beautiful planes” were shot down during the escalation. Addressing a dinner...

‘Political enemy Pakistan’ won’t be stopped from travelling to Ahmedabad for 2030 Commonwealth Games, says government

The Indian government confirmed on Tuesday that ‘political enemy Pakistan’ won’t be stopped from travelling to Ahmedabad for the Commonwealth Games in 2030, and other multi-lateral tournaments, saying that not inviting them ‘will only weaken our...

Asia Pacific Hospitality Newsletter - Week Ending 24 October 2025

Daiwa House REIT to Acquire Daiwa Roynet Hotel Nishi-Shinjuku for JPY10.174 Billion, Japan Japan-based Daiwa House REIT Investment Corporation (“Daiwa House REIT”), a real estate investment trust sponsored by Daiwa House Industry, is set to...

Mumbai Traffic Alert: Restrictions On Western Express Highway Ahead Of PM Modi’s Visit For India Maritime Week 2025; Check Details

The Western Express Highway. | BL Soni Mumbai, October 28: The Mumbai Traffic Police have issued a traffic advisory ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the city on October 29, for the India Maritime Week 2025 event at the NESCO...

Asean seeks to ‘future-proof’ economies, fate closely entwined with China

Southeast Asia’s economic future remains entwined with China despite the attention lavished on the region this week by United States President Donald Trump, experts say, as Asean upgraded trade ties with Asia’s superpower and its largest...

20 Years of Hypebeast Style, From the Rise of Japanese Streetwear to Gorpcore

Presented by Courvoisier Originally founded in 2005 by Kevin Ma as a dedicated sneaker blog, Hypebeast has since become a trusted source across fashion, sneakers, entertainment, and music, with a dedicated following on its website and print...

PHL yields P600M in tourism leads

TWENTY-THREE accredited Philippine sellers secured 842 business appointments, generating P600 million in sales leads during a three-day trade event in Singapore, the Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) said. The Internationale Tourismus Börse (ITB)...

India Needs Major Hydrocarbon Discoveries To Meet…

New Delhi, Oct 28 (KNN) India urgently needs substantial hydrocarbon discoveries to meet its growing energy requirements, Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Secretary Pankaj Jain said on Sunday. Speaking at the 15th Biennial International Conference...

Tourism in Turbulence: Building Resilience Amid Nepal’s Shocks

Introduction Nepal’s economy leans heavily on tourism, which contributes roughly 6.7% to 8% of GDP and draws over a million visitors in a good year. This dependence means that any crisis – natural or man-made – can deal a severe blow to...

Bhutan travel guide for solo women: Safe, inspiring and deeply rewarding

The best wellness experiences in Bhutan From hot-stone baths to meditation in ancient monasteries, wellness is woven into the fabric of this incredible country. Bhutan has long been a destination for travellers looking for more than just stunning...