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Clean Energy & Climate Transition 17 Oct 2026, 08:00 PM IST

X-rays Reveal How Ancient Scribes Prepared Palm-Leaf Manuscripts

A new archaeological analysis has shown that palm-leaf manuscripts preserve hidden traces of the way scribes prepared them before writing, offering fresh insight into a fragile literary tradition that shaped knowledge across Asia. Using X-ray imaging, researchers identified marks invisible to the naked eye, suggesting that manuscript production was more methodical and technically sophisticated than previously understood.

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National Governance & Policy15 Oct 2026, 06:47 AM IST

Rajnath Singh Urges Deeper India-ASEAN Defence Ties, Joint Military Technology Development

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has called for a more ambitious India-ASEAN security partnership, urging cooperation in the joint development of military technologies and stronger coordination against both conventional and emerging threats. He framed the outreach around mutual trust, respect for sovereignty, adherence to international law and open channels of dialogue.

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World Politics & Diplomacy08 Oct 2026, 02:30 PM IST

Toxic Haze Makes Singapore’s Skyline Fade as Indonesia’s Wildfires Choke Southeast Asia

A severe wildfire season in Indonesia is sending thick smoke across Southeast Asia, reducing visibility in Singapore and obscuring some of the city-state’s best-known landmarks. The haze is reviving a familiar regional crisis, with environmental damage, public health risks and diplomatic pressure spreading well beyond Indonesia’s borders.

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Frontier AI & Machine Learning06 Oct 2026, 11:57 PM IST

WaveSave’s Portable Rubber Dam Gains Traction as Flood Defences Go Mobile

WaveSave is drawing attention for a portable rubber dam that can be rapidly deployed to shield homes, infrastructure and farmland from floodwaters while also creating temporary freshwater storage. With climate-driven flooding intensifying across multiple regions, the company’s system has already been used in parts of Europe, Africa and Southeast Asia, positioning it as a practical response tool rather than a long-horizon infrastructure project.

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Global Markets & Equities05 Oct 2026, 02:22 PM IST

Akzo Nobel Nears $1.35 Billion Sale of Southeast Asia Paints Unit to Nippon Paint

Akzo Nobel is nearing a deal to sell its Southeast Asia decorative paints business to Nippon Paint for about $1.35 billion, according to reports. The transaction would mark another major portfolio reshaping move in the global coatings industry as companies streamline operations and focus on higher-return markets.

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World Politics & Diplomacy04 Oct 2026, 04:23 PM IST

Singapore-to-Bangkok Shuttle Nears Its End as a Regional Era Closes

A long-running diplomatic shuttle linking Singapore and Bangkok is approaching its final phase, underscoring how a once-familiar channel of regional mediation is being overtaken by a more fragmented Asian security landscape. The closing of the route marks more than a logistical shift; it reflects changing priorities, new power alignments, and the diminishing centrality of personal diplomacy in Southeast Asia.

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World Politics & Diplomacy04 Oct 2026, 03:20 PM IST

Singapore-Bangkok Shuttle Nears End as Regional Diplomacy Shifts

A long-running air link between Singapore and Bangkok is approaching a historic closure, marking the end of a route that has long symbolized the dense economic and diplomatic ties of Southeast Asia. The move underscores how airline network decisions can reflect broader shifts in regional demand, competition, and strategic connectivity.

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Banking, Fintech & Insurance03 Oct 2026, 04:41 PM IST

IndusInd Bank CEO Rajiv Anand Says His Name Is ‘Unmapped’ From Voter Roll Amid Electoral Revision Drive

IndusInd Bank Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Rajiv Anand has said he was informed that his name is “unmapped” from the electoral roll, even though he holds valid identification documents including a voter ID and Aadhaar card. The development comes as the Election Commission carries out a Special Intensive Revision of voter lists and has extended claim-filing deadlines in Delhi and Maharashtra.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal PolicyJust now (01:37 PM IST)

ET Alpha Wealth Summit 2.0 to Map the New Playbook for Smart Money in a Fragmented World

The ET Alpha Wealth Summit 2.0 is set to examine how geopolitical conflict, technology rivalry and shifting capital flows are redrawing the global investment map. The event comes as investors increasingly look beyond traditional developed markets toward India, Southeast Asia and the Gulf, while infrastructure and commodities regain strategic importance.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal PolicyJust now (12:55 PM IST)

ET Alpha Wealth Summit 2.0 to Map the New Playbook for Global Capital

The ET Alpha Wealth Summit 2.0 is set to examine how geopolitical fragmentation, technology rivalry and shifting growth patterns are rewriting the rules of capital allocation. With investors increasingly looking beyond traditional markets, the discussion is expected to spotlight India, Southeast Asia and the Gulf as preferred destinations for smart money.

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World Politics & DiplomacyJust now (07:32 PM IST)

Southeast Asia’s Dissidents Face Rising Cross-Border Risk

Pro-democracy activists in Southeast Asia are facing a sharper and more transnational crackdown as authoritarian governments expand surveillance, arrests, and alleged abductions beyond their own borders. Recent cases involving Vietnamese, Lao, Australian, and Norwegian citizens underscore how dissent is increasingly being treated as a regional security threat rather than a domestic political issue.

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Global Markets & EquitiesJust now (08:03 AM IST)

Trump May Target Three Fed Governors, but Removing Them Would Be Legally Difficult

President Donald Trump is weighing pressure on three Federal Reserve governors as part of his broader campaign against the central bank, but any effort to remove them would face significant legal and procedural hurdles. The dispute underscores a deeper battle over the Fed’s independence, with markets watching closely for signs of political interference in monetary policy.

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World Politics & DiplomacyJust now (03:46 PM IST)

China Opens New Military Support Base in Laos, Deepening Regional Reach

China has expanded its military footprint in mainland Southeast Asia with the opening of a new joint support and training facility in Laos, a move that underscores Beijing’s growing security presence beyond its borders. The development adds to concerns among regional observers that China is steadily building logistical depth and influence in a strategically sensitive part of the region.

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World Politics & DiplomacyJust now (03:25 PM IST)

China Opens New Support Base in Laos, Deepening Its Military Reach in Southeast Asia

China has opened a new joint military support and training facility in Laos, marking a notable expansion of its security footprint in mainland Southeast Asia. The move underscores Beijing’s growing ability to project influence beyond its borders while raising fresh questions about regional balance, transparency and the strategic intent behind the installation.

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World Politics & DiplomacyJust now (03:04 PM IST)

China Opens New Military Support Base in Laos, Deepening Regional Reach

China has expanded its military footprint in Southeast Asia with the opening of a new joint support and training facility in Laos, a move that underscores Beijing’s growing security presence beyond its borders. The site, reported at Ban Keun airport, is being framed by Chinese media as a support and aviation training center, but it is likely to draw close scrutiny from regional governments and the United States amid wider concerns over China’s strategic ambitions.

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Global Economy & Central BanksJust now (05:45 AM IST)

Luckin Coffee Weighs Middle East Push as Cash and Sovereign Backing Fuel Expansion

Luckin Coffee is evaluating an entry into Middle East markets while continuing to expand in Southeast Asia, according to people familiar with the company’s strategy. The move underscores how the Chinese coffee chain is using fresh investor support, including backing linked to sovereign wealth funds, to accelerate its overseas growth beyond its home market.

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Washington, D.C.(4)Singapore(4)New Delhi(4)Laos(4)India(3)China(3)