September 27, 2026 The United States and China have reached a series of new understandings covering trade, artificial intelligence, military communication and international issues following Chinese President Xi Jinping’s three-day state visit to Washington, in the latest attempt by the world’s two largest economies to stabilize a relationship that has been marked by years of…
India produced its most successful day of the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, on September 26, collecting seven medals in a single day, including two gold medals from the men’s and women’s kabaddi teams. The haul took India’s overall medal count to 30 — four gold, 12 silver and 14 bronze — at the…
U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping met in Washington as the world’s two largest economies attempt to stabilize relations while remaining deeply divided over trade, artificial intelligence, advanced technology and geopolitical issues including Iran and Taiwan. U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping met in Washington this week for another…
Indian technology startups raised $10.3 billion during the first nine months of 2026, but the number of funding rounds declined significantly, highlighting a market increasingly focused on larger and more established companies. India’s technology startup ecosystem has attracted $10.3 billion in funding during the first nine months of 2026, according to data from Tracxn Technologies….
Starbucks is expanding its technology operations in India with a new Global Capability Centre in Chennai, planning to hire around 800 technology professionals as multinational companies increasingly use India for software development, artificial intelligence and research-driven operations. Starbucks is preparing to establish a new Global Capability Centre (GCC) in Chennai, marking a significant expansion of…
Rockstar Games has unveiled a $399.99 collector’s box for Grand Theft Auto VI, but the premium package does not include the game itself. The decision has triggered widespread criticism from fans, who are questioning the price, the selection of merchandise, and Rockstar’s decision to sell the game separately. Rockstar Games has officially opened pre-orders for…
The world of technology and entertainment witnessed a significant development in September 2026 as Karandeep Anand was appointed the first-ever company-wide Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of The Walt Disney Company. The newly created position marks an important step in Disney’s efforts to strengthen its technology, artificial intelligence and digital capabilities. Anand, an Indian-origin technology executive…
India celebrated another memorable moment in international sport on September 23, 2026, as Mirabai Chanu won the silver medal in the women’s 49kg weightlifting event at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games in Japan. The achievement is particularly significant because an Asian Games medal had been one of the major honours missing from Chanu’s already remarkable career….
India has taken another step towards strengthening the operational capability of the Indian Army’s armoured forces with the Defence Ministry signing a ₹586 crore contract for the procurement of Auxiliary Power Units (APUs) for the Army’s T-72 and T-90 main battle tanks. The contract was signed on September 21, 2026, with Pune-based Accurate Industrial Controls…
Dubai is mourning the death of Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, a senior member of the Al Maktoum ruling family who played prominent roles in the emirate’s military, security, business and sporting life. Sheikh Ahmed passed away on Monday, September 21, 2026, at the age of 76, prompting an official mourning period in Dubai…
