Indian boxing coach Santiago Nieva expresses satisfaction with the team's performance at the Commonwealth Games and Asian Championships, viewing medals as a byproduct of hard work. He highlights strong competition and outlines the team's focus on upcoming events like the Asian Games, World Championships, and Olympic qualifiers.
Indian decathlete Tejaswin Shankar revealed his emotional turmoil after a recurring knee injury forced him to withdraw from high jump at the Commonwealth Games. He overcame despair to win India's first-ever decathlon bronze medal, crediting support for his historic comeback.
After securing her third consecutive Commonwealth Games gold, India's most successful weightlifter, Mirabai Chanu, immediately shifted focus to the Asian Games. She aims to win her first Asiad medal, training in India under coach Vijay Sharma, acknowledging tougher competition and her body's limits.
Indian decathlete Tejaswin Shankar overcame a recurring knee injury and emotional turmoil at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, securing India's first-ever decathlon bronze after an initial high jump withdrawal.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan announced increased cooperation and trade with ASEAN members, with trade volume rising from US$6.5 billion to US$16 billion since 2010. He expressed belief in further deepening political and economic ties with the region.
India's crude oil imports from Russia reached a record 2.8 million barrels per day in July, constituting over half of its purchases. Concurrently, Indian refiners increased sourcing from West Asian suppliers as oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz normalized.
I prezzi del petrolio WTI e Brent registrano un brusco calo in Asia, rispettivamente del 4,10% e 3,93%, dopo l'annuncio del presidente USA Donald Trump sulla ripresa dei negoziati tra Stati Uniti e Iran.
Indian companies face significant cost volatility due to the prolonged West Asia conflict and emerging El Nino conditions, leading to commodity inflation, rising freight charges, and exchange rate instability. This forces price hikes, squeezing margins, and raising concerns about a potential hit to discretionary consumer demand.
O3 Space, a startup founded by Luca Yang, has opened a 24/7 study cafe in Sydney, transforming a former radical bookshop site. Popular with students, the cafe offers a unique "third place" environment, charging hourly after three free weekly hours, and plans to expand its around-the-clock access.
The Jardine Foundation, established by Hong Kong-based Jardine Matheson, will cease its 44-year-old undergraduate scholarship program for Oxford and Cambridge universities after the 2026 awardees. Following a strategic review, funds will be redirected to support students at leading universities in Asia.
India announced a largely unchanged squad for the Asia Cup 2026, retaining 18-year-old G Kamalini and omitting Yastika Bhatia despite her Lord's Test century. Prema Rawat replaces Shreyanka Patil, who is recovering from an ankle injury. The Asia Cup is expected from late August to mid-September.
Indian stock market anticipates a pivotal week driven by the Reserve Bank of India's interest rate decision, ongoing US-Iran conflict impacting crude oil, and Q1 FY27 corporate earnings. Domestic macros and foreign investor activity also remain key factors.
Aris Marsudiyanto, head of the Agency for Development Control and Special Investigation, stated on July 23 that the nation is technologically behind despite rich natural resources. This comes amidst questions regarding a state-backed institution, URI, and potential resource diversion from existing campuses for its development.
The Philippine Sea, traditionally seen as a gateway for US and allied forces defending Taiwan, is now viewed as a critical battleground. Experts suggest its strategic location could maximize carrier operations and establish a regional buffer against foreign maritime forces, potentially allowing China to intercept or deter enemy ships.
Indian heavyweight boxer Narender Berwal secured a silver medal at the Commonwealth Games but has already set his sights on the upcoming Asian Games, vowing to improve after a narrow defeat to England's Damar Thomas in the final.
Indian boxer Jaismine Lamboria, 24, made a remarkable comeback from an unknown illness and concussion to win the women's 57kg gold medal at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, defeating Northern Ireland's Michaela Walsh. This victory followed months of pain and disrupted preparations.
FIFA has abandoned its controversial plan to sell minority stakes in World Cup commercial rights to private investors, following strong opposition from major confederations like AFC, UEFA, and Concacaf. President Gianni Infantino stated the project created divisions and would not proceed, aiming instead to unite stakeholders.
A raid in Malaysia revealed how cryptocurrency mining is increasingly linked to electricity theft and organized crime across Southeast Asia, causing billions in losses for utilities and prompting governments to enhance enforcement and legislation.
CME Group launches 55 standard and 22 Micro single-stock futures for heavily traded US companies, aiming to capitalize on modern market dynamics shaped by crypto, commission-free trading, and extended-hours activity.
Jake Werner, an expert from the Quincy Institute, suggests China could halt rare earth exports and impose retaliatory tariffs/sanctions on the US if Washington enacts new large-scale restrictions against Russia and its key trading partners, potentially triggering a crisis in US-China relations.
Busan welcomed over 2.42 million foreign visitors from January to June, a 43.9% increase year-on-year, putting it on track for its 4 million annual target. Travellers from Taiwan and mainland China led the influx, significantly boosting the local economy.
South Korean table tennis mixed doubles pair Shin Yu-bin and Lim Jong-hoon, world No. 1, are aiming for a gold medal at the upcoming Asian Games in Japan, confident after recent victories against their top Chinese rivals, Sun Yingsha and Wang Chuqin.
Bitcoin (BTC) dropped to a two-week low of $62,369 on Friday, facing pressure as US stocks closed the month. This decline occurred despite a rebound in Asian markets, with analysts warning of a potential August rollover mirroring 2022 bear market trends.
Gianni Infantino, président de la FIFA, a abandonné le projet d'ouverture de l'association aux investisseurs privés, face à une forte opposition, notamment de l'UEFA, et des craintes de marchandisation du football et de conflits d'intérêts.
