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US slaps new tariffs on solar imports from 4 Southeast Asian nations

The DOC identified final dumping margins of 125.37% for Cambodia, 271.28% for Vietnam, 111.45% for Thailand and 8.59% for Malaysia, on a country-wide basis.

The new solar levies will be in addition to new widespread tariffs imposed by Trump that have upended global supply chains and markets. (File) (Pic used for representation)(REUTERS)

world news

Published on Apr 22, 2025 12:10 PM IST

Bloomberg |

Axiom's Ax-4 astronaut-designate Shubhanshu Shukla’s mantra is ‘to dream big’

Indian Air Force test pilot Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, chosen for Axiom mission, is set to become the first Indian to visit International Space Station.

Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla(Photo: X)

htcity

Updated on Apr 22, 2025 09:41 AM IST

ByDeep Saxena

Your daily rice bowl could be a cancer risk: Here’s what new research says

Cancer in a grain: Here's how climate change is contaminating Asia’s staple food.

Study links climate change with rising arsenic levels in rice, increasing cancer risks for Asians.(Image by Unsplash)

lifestyle

Updated on Apr 18, 2025 05:09 PM IST

PTI | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi

Asian stocks rise after Trump pauses most tariffs; Shanghai gains despite hike

Donald Trump paused most tariffs for 90 days on several trade partners but raised duties on Chinese goods to 125%.

A television screen displays a news report featuring US dollar banknotes inside a trading room at Hana Bank in Seoul, South Korea, on Wednesday, April 9, 2025. (Bloomberg)

world news

Updated on Apr 10, 2025 12:02 PM IST

ByHT News Desk

Move over Netherlands, Asia's largest tulip garden in Srinagar opens for public

Step into floral wonderland: Asia’s largest tulip garden is now open in Kashmir with 17 lakh blooms, you won’t believe the colours. See them before they’re gone

A woman with an umbrella stands among blooming tulips at Asia’s largest tulip garden after its opening, at the foothills of Zabarwan, in Srinagar on Wednesday. (ANI Photo/Basit Zargar)

lifestyle

Published on Mar 26, 2025 07:06 PM IST

PTI | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Srinagar

Nearly 9,000 migrants died while trying to cross borders last year: UN

Asia was the region with the most reported fatalities with 2,788 migrant deaths, followed by the Mediterranean Sea with 2,452 and Africa with 2,242.

The real death toll is likely much higher given that many deaths go unreported or undocumented IOM said in a statement. (Image source: Reuters)

world news

Published on Mar 21, 2025 07:20 PM IST

AP |

After Trump's tariffs, Mexico seeks Asian and European crude oil buyers

MEXICO-PEMEX/ (EXCLUSIVE, PIX):EXCLUSIVE-After Trump's tariffs, Mexico seeks Asian and European crude oil buyers

world news

Published on Mar 06, 2025 06:47 AM IST

Reuters |

Asia’s richest families: Indians dominate with 6 in top 20

Four Indian families have become a part of the list of Asia's top 20 richest families, compiled by Bloomberg

4 Indian families have made it to the list of top 10 richest families in Asia. Tap to find out who they are
(ANI)

business

Published on Feb 13, 2025 11:40 AM IST

ByAshley Paul

Google's search engine market share below 90% for first time since 2015: Report

In October 2024, Google's market share was 89.34%. In November, it was 89.99%, and in December, it was 89.73%.

business

Published on Jan 15, 2025 03:17 PM IST

ByHT News Desk | Edited by Abhyjith K. Ashokan

20 years of tsunami: Asia commemorates 220,000 lives lost in disaster

On the 20th anniversary of the 2004 tsunami, Asia held memorials for the 220,000 victims.

On Thursday, heartfelt events were held around Asia in remembrance of the 220,000 people who perished 20 years ago when a tsunami destroyed coastal regions near the Indian Ocean.(REUTERS)

world news

Published on Dec 26, 2024 08:18 AM IST

AFP |

Marvel, Mickey and more at sea: Disney's largest cruise ship launches in Asia

Dream vacations start here: Disney's first Asian cruise brings theme park magic to the open seas, bookings start for 2025 sailings

Disney Cruise Line's newest ship, The Treasure, arrives at dawn Port Canaveral, Florida.(Photo by Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel via AP)

lifestyle

Published on Dec 07, 2024 03:45 PM IST

Bloomberg | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz

Warner Bros's Max streaming to launch in Asia this week with a unique strategy

Warner Bros. Discovery is launching its Max streaming service in Asia, focusing on big Hollywood content instead of local productions

This week, Warner Bros. Discovery Inc. is introducing its Max streaming service in Asia using a novel approach(REUTERS)

business

Published on Nov 18, 2024 11:28 AM IST

Bloomberg | ByHT News Desk | Edited by Chandreyi Chatterjee

Harsh Goenka shares top three lessons for success he learnt from Mukesh Ambani

Harsh Goenka took to X to share the top three lessons for success he learnt from his interactions with Mukesh Ambani, India's wealthiest person

Harsh Goenka shares three things he learnt from Mukesh Ambani(@pradeepcsrivast)

business

Updated on Oct 05, 2024 09:01 PM IST

ByAbhyjith K. Ashokan

Vietnamese man digs up uncle's grave. Here's why

A 37-year-old man in Vietnam was arrested for stealing his uncle's bones to extort £167,000 from his family, citing gambling debts as his motive.

A man in Vietnam stole his uncle's bones to extort £167,000 for gambling debts.(Pixabay)

trending

Updated on Sep 27, 2024 06:17 PM IST

ByMahipal Singh Chouhan

Vincent Van Gogh's masterpiece aims to anchor a $50 million record in Asia

The painting is one of about 40 works Van Gogh developed around the scenic French town of Asnieres, a boating hub on the outskirts of Paris.

Visitors looks at works on display by Vincent van Gogh at the official unveiling of Christie�s new Asia Pacific headquarters at the Henderson Centre in Hong Kong on September 20, 2024. (Photo by Peter PARKS / AFP) / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE - MANDATORY MENTION OF THE ARTIST UPON PUBLICATION - TO ILLUSTRATE THE EVENT AS SPECIFIED IN THE CAPTION(AFP)

trending

Published on Sep 26, 2024 03:10 PM IST

AFP | | Posted by Vrinda Jain

Chinese man dies after working 104 straight days with just one day off

A Chinese painter, A'bao, died after working 104 days straight with only one rest day. His employer was found 20% liable for his death due to overwork.

A Chinese painter, A'bao, died from organ failure after a 104-day work stint with just one day off. The court found his employer 20% liable, awarding 400,000 yuan.
(Pixabay)

trending

Published on Sep 09, 2024 06:03 PM IST

ByMahipal Singh Chouhan

Cars protect bikers from super typhoon Yagi's fury in Vietnam. Viral video

A viral video shows cars shielding a biker from Typhoon Yagi's fierce winds in Vietnam, highlighting unity amid the storm's devastation.

Typhoon Yagi devastates Vietnam, but a viral video shows cars forming a shield around a struggling biker, highlighting the nation's unity and resilience.(Instagram/@yourtubudd)

trending

Updated on Sep 09, 2024 04:19 PM IST

ByMahipal Singh Chouhan

Saudi Arabia may cut crude oil prices for Asia in October

Expected price cuts for Saudi crude grades sold to Asia in October, ranging from 50 to 70 cents per barrel, are influenced by declining Dubai benchmark.

Saudi Arabia may cut October crude prices to Asia by 50-70 cents per barrel due to weak refining margins in China and increased OPEC+ supply.

business

Published on Sep 03, 2024 10:49 AM IST

Reuters |

This Indian city overtakes Beijing to become Asia's billionaire capital

With 92 billionaires, Mumbai is now the third richest city globally, behind New York and London, according to the Hurun rich list.

Mumbai ranks third globally with 92 billionaires, behind New York (119) and London (97). The city added $445 billion in wealth, overtaking Beijing.

business

Updated on Aug 30, 2024 09:01 AM IST

ByHT News Desk

The global tourism boom is shifting to Asia

Travel in the region is roaring after a difficult few years

Westerners are turning up in droves. The number of trips Americans took to Asia doubled last year.(Photo by Milada Vigerova on Unsplash)

lifestyle

Published on Aug 30, 2024 08:00 AM IST

The Economist

Japan's Nikkei 225 soars 11% after massive sell-offs that shook Wall Street

The Nikkei gained nearly 11% but then fell back, trading 8.7% higher at 34,211.83 as investors bought into bargains after the 12.4% rout of the day before.

An electronic stock board displays the Nikkei 225 Stock Average outside a securities firm in Tokyo, Japan.(Bloomberg)

business

Published on Aug 06, 2024 09:37 AM IST

AP |

Korea goes crazy for Kanye: Tickets selling like hotcakes amid controver

Kanye West's return to Asia sparks ticket frenzy after 14 years. Excitement builds as ye confirms 'Vultures' listening party on August 23rd.

Kanye West accused of threatening to shave students' heads and build jails in school(Photo by Amy Harris/Invision/AP, File)(Amy Harris/Invision/AP)

entertainment

Published on Aug 01, 2024 02:01 PM IST

ByAditi Srivastava

IMT Ghaziabad secures top rank in career outcomes among Indian B-schools

IMT Ghaziabad has secured the fourth position among the top business schools in India, securing a rank of 171-180 in QS EMBA Rankings 2024.

IMT Ghaziabad secures first rank in career outcomes category among top Indian business schools in QS Executive MBA Rankings 2024. (Photo courtesy: IMT Ghaziabad)

education

Published on Jul 19, 2024 08:38 PM IST

ByHT Education Desk, New Delhi

Barclays to triple staff in India, Singapore to grow wealth management teams

Barclays aims to quadruple its private banking assets in the region as the company plans to expand its wealth team threefold in India and Singapore.

business

Updated on Jul 10, 2024 12:37 PM IST

ByHT News Desk

Purr-fect Sunday for cat lovers as over 500 felines strut their stuff in Vashi

Asia's largest cat show in Mumbai organized by Feline Club of India featured over 500 cats from 13 different breeds, promoting cat fancy subculture.

The feline show was organised at the CIDCO exhibition centre in Vashi, Navi Mumbai, which had a display of over 13 different breeds in Vashi on Sunday. (Bachchan Kumar/ HT PHOTO)

cities

Updated on Jun 24, 2024 06:50 AM IST

ByAarushi Agarwal

Over 1,000 Hajj pilgrims dead amid record-breaking heat in Saudi Arabia

The death toll from this year's hajj crossed the 1,000 mark as Saudi Arabia continues to reel under sweltering heat.

A man effected by the scorching heat is helped by a member of the Saudi security forces as Muslim pilgrims arrive to perform the symbolic 'stoning of the devil' ritual as part of the hajj pilgrimage in Mina, near Saudi Arabia's holy city of Mecca, (Photo by Fadel Senna / AFP)(AFP)

world news

Published on Jun 20, 2024 04:36 PM IST

ByHT News Desk

Gautam Adani replaces Mukesh Ambani as richest Asian

Gautam Adani is now ranked as the 11th richest in the world with a net worth of $111 billion.

Reliance Industries head Mukesh Ambani and Gautam Adani(File)

business

Published on Jun 02, 2024 12:07 PM IST

ByHT News Desk

Heat waves can be deadly for older adults: An aging global population and rising temperatures mean millions are at risk

world news

Published on May 28, 2024 12:56 PM IST

PTI |

Indian Bonds Best Asia Bet for JPMorgan Asset Before Inclusion

JPMorgan Asset Management increased its holdings of Indian local-currency sovereign bonds, viewing them as the best bet among peers in Asia.

business

Published on May 27, 2024 11:17 AM IST

Bloomberg |

India’s transformation critical to strengthening multipolarity in Asia: Jaishankar

Jaishankar said India’s approach to the uncertain world was shaped by its broadening horizons, widening interests and reformist agenda

External affairs minister S Jaishankar speaks during the 2024 Nikkei Future of Asia Forum on May 24 (PTI)

india news

Updated on May 24, 2024 09:09 PM IST

ByRezaul H Laskar

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The DOC identified final dumping margins of 125.37% for Cambodia, 271.28% for Vietnam, 111.45% for Thailand and 8.59% for Malaysia, on a country-wide basis.

Indian Air Force test pilot Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, chosen for Axiom mission, is set to become the first Indian to visit International Space Station.

Cancer in a grain: Here's how climate change is contaminating Asia’s staple food.

Donald Trump paused most tariffs for 90 days on several trade partners but raised duties on Chinese goods to 125%.

Step into floral wonderland: Asia’s largest tulip garden is now open in Kashmir with 17 lakh blooms, you won’t believe the colours. See them before they’re gone

Asia was the region with the most reported fatalities with 2,788 migrant deaths, followed by the Mediterranean Sea with 2,452 and Africa with 2,242.

MEXICO-PEMEX/ (EXCLUSIVE, PIX):EXCLUSIVE-After Trump's tariffs, Mexico seeks Asian and European crude oil buyers

Four Indian families have become a part of the list of Asia's top 20 richest families, compiled by Bloomberg

In October 2024, Google's market share was 89.34%. In November, it was 89.99%, and in December, it was 89.73%.

On the 20th anniversary of the 2004 tsunami, Asia held memorials for the 220,000 victims.

Dream vacations start here: Disney's first Asian cruise brings theme park magic to the open seas, bookings start for 2025 sailings

Warner Bros. Discovery is launching its Max streaming service in Asia, focusing on big Hollywood content instead of local productions

Harsh Goenka took to X to share the top three lessons for success he learnt from his interactions with Mukesh Ambani, India's wealthiest person

A 37-year-old man in Vietnam was arrested for stealing his uncle's bones to extort £167,000 from his family, citing gambling debts as his motive.

The painting is one of about 40 works Van Gogh developed around the scenic French town of Asnieres, a boating hub on the outskirts of Paris.

A Chinese painter, A'bao, died after working 104 days straight with only one rest day. His employer was found 20% liable for his death due to overwork.

A viral video shows cars shielding a biker from Typhoon Yagi's fierce winds in Vietnam, highlighting unity amid the storm's devastation.

Expected price cuts for Saudi crude grades sold to Asia in October, ranging from 50 to 70 cents per barrel, are influenced by declining Dubai benchmark.

With 92 billionaires, Mumbai is now the third richest city globally, behind New York and London, according to the Hurun rich list.

Travel in the region is roaring after a difficult few years

The Nikkei gained nearly 11% but then fell back, trading 8.7% higher at 34,211.83 as investors bought into bargains after the 12.4% rout of the day before.

Kanye West's return to Asia sparks ticket frenzy after 14 years. Excitement builds as ye confirms 'Vultures' listening party on August 23rd.

IMT Ghaziabad has secured the fourth position among the top business schools in India, securing a rank of 171-180 in QS EMBA Rankings 2024.

Barclays aims to quadruple its private banking assets in the region as the company plans to expand its wealth team threefold in India and Singapore.

Asia's largest cat show in Mumbai organized by Feline Club of India featured over 500 cats from 13 different breeds, promoting cat fancy subculture.

The death toll from this year's hajj crossed the 1,000 mark as Saudi Arabia continues to reel under sweltering heat.

Gautam Adani is now ranked as the 11th richest in the world with a net worth of $111 billion.

Heat waves can be deadly for older adults: An aging global population and rising temperatures mean millions are at risk

JPMorgan Asset Management increased its holdings of Indian local-currency sovereign bonds, viewing them as the best bet among peers in Asia.

Jaishankar said India’s approach to the uncertain world was shaped by its broadening horizons, widening interests and reformist agenda

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