In today’s digital world, millions of people spend most of their day sitting—whether working at a desk, attending online classes, driving, or scrolling through social media. While this lifestyle may seem harmless, health experts increasingly warn that prolonged sitting has become one of the biggest modern health risks. Often referred to as the “new smoking,”…
Singapore is once again emerging as the focal point of the global business community as policymakers, CEOs, investors, economists, and technology leaders prepare to gather for the Reuters NEXT Asia Summit. The high-profile event comes at a crucial time when the world is navigating economic uncertainty, rapid technological change, and shifting geopolitical dynamics. With Asia…
Global financial markets entered the new trading week on a mixed note as investors balanced optimism surrounding the artificial intelligence (AI) revolution with growing concerns over geopolitical tensions, corporate earnings, and the outlook for global interest rates. While AI continues to fuel long-term confidence in technology companies, recent market movements suggest investors are becoming increasingly…
India is witnessing an active phase of the southwest monsoon, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issuing warnings of heavy to extremely heavy rainfall across several states over the coming days. States including Gujarat, Odisha, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Rajasthan, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh and parts of North India are expected to receive widespread rainfall accompanied…
Indian equity markets ended the week on a positive note as improving global sentiment, easing concerns over U.S. interest rates, and declining crude oil prices boosted investor confidence. The Sensex and Nifty extended their gains, while Asian markets also traded higher after fresh economic data from the United States suggested that inflationary pressure may finally…
June 29, 2026 Global security took center stage this week as NATO member nations moved closer to a historic expansion of defence spending ahead of next month’s alliance summit. The decision comes amid growing geopolitical uncertainty caused by the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, rising tensions in the Middle East, and increasing concerns over cyber warfare and…
June 29, 2026 Global financial markets began the week with a cautious yet surprisingly resilient tone as investors closely monitored renewed tensions between the United States and Iran. While geopolitical conflicts typically trigger sharp sell-offs across equity markets and significant spikes in oil prices, Monday’s trading session painted a different picture. Investors largely avoided panic…
New Delhi, June 24, 2026: India celebrated excellence in sports, cinema, music, and public service as President Droupadi Murmu conferred Padma Awards on distinguished personalities during the second Civil Investiture Ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi. Among the most prominent recipients were former Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma, who received the Padma Shri,…
New Delhi, June 2026: The Government of India has initiated extensive contingency planning across hundreds of districts as the country faces the possibility of a significantly weaker-than-normal monsoon season. With rainfall levels reported substantially below average in several regions, policymakers, agricultural experts, and state administrations are working together to minimize the impact on farming, food…
India is set to achieve another significant milestone in its defence modernization journey as the Indian Navy commissions three indigenously built vessels—INS Dunagiri, INS Sanshodhak, and INS Agray—at a ceremony in Kolkata on June 21, 2026. The commissioning marks a major step forward in the country’s efforts to strengthen maritime security while promoting self-reliance in…
