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China’s new ambassador to Australia, Liu Jinsong, has urged Canberra to respect Beijing’s “core interests and major concerns” as he begins his posting. Liu, a veteran diplomat, said the two countries had no fundamental conflicts of interest, despite strained ties over security and regional military activity.
India's Chemicals and Fertilizers Minister J P Nadda chaired a CEO roundtable on Monday, emphasizing the goal of growing the chemicals sector to USD 1 trillion by 2040. Industry leaders called for financing support, trade remedies, R&D backing, and policy reforms, while the government committed to an institutionalized dialogue.
BJP National President Nitin Nabin met Japanese Ambassador to India Ono Keiichi in New Delhi, discussing the India-Japan partnership, cultural connections, and cooperation in sectors like AI and green energy. Nabin also highlighted the BJP's organisational journey and the vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047.
Ireland head coach Scott Bemand has selected a 36-player training squad for the WXV Global series, including seven uncapped players. Notable inclusions and omissions, plus the upcoming fixture list, are detailed.
Rajasthan aims to reach 125 GW of renewable energy by 2030, with 50 GW already installed, as India's non-fossil fuel capacity crossed 300 GW. Officials outlined investment opportunities and state plans at the first B2B roadshow for the BRE Summit and Expo 2026.
Nike and One Piece have teamed up for a collection inspired by Devil Fruits, featuring three redesigned Air Max Plus sneakers and apparel. The collection rolls out internationally from Sept. 4, with a Tokyo pop-up, customization events, and a global SNKRS launch later in the month.
According to the Henley Passport Index, South African passport holders can travel to 101 destinations without a prior visa. The ranking places the country 50th or 96th globally, depending on the report, with regional highlights across Africa, Asia, the Americas, and the Caribbean.
Tata Capital has signed a memorandum of understanding with Japan's Resona Bank to help Japanese companies enter or expand in India, building on Resona's $20 million investment in a Tata Capital growth fund. The non-exclusive collaboration will leverage Tata Capital's network and financial expertise, with executives highlighting India's growing importance for Japanese businesses.
Reports from multiple outlets and Bloomberg's Mark Gurman indicate Apple plans to increase prices on its upcoming iPhone 18 Pro lineup, citing rising memory and storage costs. The iPhone 18 Pro is projected to start at $1,199, a 9% increase over the previous generation, potentially also affecting the iPhone 17 series.
Meiji Seika Pharma has collaborated with Serum Institute of India to manufacture and market the Japanese Encephalitis vaccine in India, deepening India-Japan pharmaceutical ties. The partnership follows a meeting between Minister Piyush Goyal and Meiji's Toshiaki Nagasato, with SII expected to seek regulatory approval next year.
The Indian government has proposed amendments to the Medical Devices Rules, 2017, aimed at easing business operations, cutting compliance costs, and accelerating market access for medical devices. Key changes include removing the loan licence requirement for outsourced sterilisation, standardising testing fees, and adding the European Union to the list of recognised stringent regulatory jurisdictions for clinical investigation waivers.
The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare proposed amendments to the Medical Devices Rules, 2017, covering outsourced sterilisation, uniform testing fees, and recognition of the EU for clinical investigation waivers. The changes aim to simplify compliance and accelerate access to devices approved in the EU.
Taiwanese prosecutors on Monday indicted nine people, including an Nvidia manager and two Super Micro employees, for allegedly exporting high-end AI servers to China in violation of US export controls. The charges include breach of trust and document forgery, with authorities saying 74 servers reached China before 56 were blocked. Both companies said they are cooperating with authorities.
India is negotiating free trade agreements with at least eight to nine more groups of countries, aiming to cover 75% of global trade, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal announced during a business delegation visit to Japan, as he courted Japanese investment across sectors including semiconductors and AI.
TVS Supply Chain Solutions has signed a strategic memorandum of understanding with Japan's Sankyu Inc. to collaborate on supply chain and engineering services, with Sankyu planning to acquire a 0.5% stake in the Indian firm. The partnership, initially focused on India, aims to combine strengths and expand into other markets. Shares of TVS Supply Chain Solutions rose following the announcement.
India accounted for over 70% of office leasing across 11 major Asia-Pacific markets in the first half of 2026, according to a Colliers report. The report also highlighted that India, along with Mainland China and Japan, drove more than 95% of regional uptake, while new supply declined sharply.
New Zealand defeated Pakistan 4-2 in a classification match at Wagener Stadium, setting up a ninth-place play-off against Ireland, while Pakistan will contest the 11th/12th-place match. On August 24, four second-round games—Japan vs Wales, New Zealand vs Pakistan, Argentina vs India, and Netherlands vs England—will determine semi-final qualification.
Suzuki has revealed its first electric kei passenger car, the e Sky, which will be sold in Japan and the UK, with potential expansion to Europe and India. The vehicle targets a 310 km range, features a 26 kWh LFP battery, and is set to go on sale in Japan by March 2027.
India's mutual fund industry has grown at a 17.1% CAGR over five years, more than double the global rate, according to the AMFI-Crisil Factbook 2026. However, AUM remains only 13.7% of GDP versus a global average of 64.7%, indicating headroom. The investor base is broadening with SIPs, passives, and smaller cities gaining ground.
Japan's Miyu Yamashita cruised to a nine-stroke victory at the CPKC Women's Open in Edmonton, matching the LPGA Tour's 72-hole scoring record. The 25-year-old finished at 23-under 257, with Canadian teenager Anna Huang tying for fourth as the top domestic player.