Malaysia raises palm oil content in biodiesel to curb fuel price surge
Malaysia has increased the proportion of palm oil in its biodiesel blend in an effort to stabilize domestic fuel prices amid global commodity volatility. The policy shift aims to reduce reliance on imported diesel and bo...
Japanese yen climbs to high‑155 per dollar amid thin holiday trading
The yen surged to the high 155‑range against the US dollar in thin trading conditions over the holiday weekend, according to Nikkei Asia. Analysts attribute the rise to risk‑off sentiment and limited market liquidity, wa...
Investors turn to Asian currency‑linked debt as dollar exposure shrinks
Asian sovereign and corporate bonds denominated in local currencies are gaining favor as global investors reduce holdings of US‑dollar assets, reports Nikkei Asia. The shift is driven by expectations of a weaker dollar a...
North Korean defectors stand as Conservative candidates in UK local elections
A group of North Korean defectors is running for council seats in the United Kingdom under the Conservative Party banner, according to Nikkei Asia. Their candidacies aim to raise awareness of human‑rights issues in North...
Australia and Japan deepen partnership with new economic‑security cooperation
Australia and Japan have announced an expanded bilateral framework that places greater emphasis on economic security, including supply‑chain resilience and critical‑minerals cooperation, per Nikkei Asia. The agreement bu...
Uzbek PM Abdulla Aripov joins 200‑member delegation in Hong Kong
Prime Minister Abdulla Aripov arrived in Hong Kong as part of a 200‑person delegation from Uzbekistan to discuss collaboration under the Belt and Road Initiative. Hong Kong officials indicated a reciprocal high‑level vis...
Modi's BJP takes lead in West Bengal state election
Partial results released by the Election Commission show the BJP winning at least 124 of the 294 seats in West Bengal, positioning the party to wrest control of the state from the opposition. Final tallies were expected ...
US‑Israel war with Iran could boost China's leverage at Trump‑Xi summit, experts say
American analysts argue that a conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran would enhance Beijing's bargaining power with President Donald Trump, especially on high‑tech supply chains and Taiwan issues. Treasury...
Explosion and fire hit South Korean vessel in Strait of Hormuz
South Korea's foreign ministry reported that a South Korean‑operated ship suffered an explosion and fire while anchored in the Strait of Hormuz, a waterway still disrupted after recent US‑Israeli strikes on Iran. The inc...
Seven top US‑China stories recap recent weeks' developments
The South China Morning Post compiled a weekly roundup of seven significant US‑China news items, covering UN reform criticism, defence initiatives, and new space competition among other topics. The piece serves as a cura...
Kerala ends five‑decade rule of left‑wing government
Voters in Kerala eliminated the Left Democratic Front, ending more than 50 years of communist‑led administration. The shift opens the door for the BJP and its allies to gain influence in the state, although precise seat ...
BJP projected to secure big wins in two of four key Indian states
Ahead of voting in four pivotal states, the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is expected to lead comfortably in two, a development that could substantially weaken the opposition coalition. Analysts cite strong campaig...
Annamayya District Collector Honors Top SSC Performers
The Collector of Annamayya district organized a felicitation ceremony to recognize the top scorers of the Secondary School Certificate examinations. The event highlighted the district administration’s emphasis on academi...
BJP Declares West Bengal Victory as Paradigm Shift in National Strategy
Commentators describe the BJP's uninterrupted rule from the Himalayas to the Bay of Bengal as a paradigm shift, emphasizing the party’s ideological hold on West Bengal. The analysis highlights how the state’s political l...
Summer Heat Sends Bengaluru Vegetable Prices Up Over 40%
Intense heat waves have stressed vegetable crops during the flowering stage, reducing yields and market arrivals in Bengaluru. Traders report that the shortage has pushed retail prices of vegetables by more than 40% comp...
Congress Wins Bagalkot Seat After Siddaramaiah’s Campaign and AHINDA Appeal
The Congress party secured a victory in Bagalkot, Karnataka, aided by senior leader Siddaramaiah’s six‑day campaign and a focus on the AHINDA (others) voter base. Analysts attribute the win to the personal involvement of...
Puducherry 2026 Assembly Election Results: Full List of Winners Announced
The ruling All India N.R. Congress (AINRC), led by Chief Minister N. Rangasamy, retained power in the Union Territory for a second consecutive term as part of the National Democratic Alliance. The Hindu published a compl...
BJP Wins Chathannur Seat in Kerala Assembly Election; CPI(M) Plans Review
The Bharatiya Janata Party candidate B.B. Gopakumar secured a victory in the Chathannur constituency, marking a breach of the traditional Left stronghold in Kerala. CPI(M) leader M.V. Govindan said the party would review...
13‑Year‑Old School Girl Dies of Heart Attack in Uttara Kannada
A tragic incident in Uttara Kannada district saw a 13‑year‑old schoolgirl suffer a sudden heart attack, leading to her death. Local authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident. The report pro...
Telangana EAPCET 2026 Day One Sees Over 92% Student Attendance
The first day of the Engineering, Agriculture and Pharmaceutical Common Entrance Test (EAPCET) in Telangana recorded an attendance rate exceeding 92%, indicating strong participation among aspirants. Officials cited effe...