Japan has seized a Chinese fishing vessel operating inside its exclusive economic zone off Nagasaki in the south west of the country, in the latest flashpoint in what is becoming an increasingly combustible maritime stand-off with Beijing. »»»

In an attempt to increase India’s role in the global semiconductor value chain, the budget 2026-27 has unveiled the India Semiconductor Mission 2.0 (ISM 2.0). With an initial allocation of INR10bn ($110mn) for FY 2026-27, ISM2.0 looks to strengthen manufacturing, design, research, and skill develop»»»

Japan has seized a Chinese fishing vessel operating inside its exclusive economic zone off Nagasaki in the south west of the country, in the latest flashpoint in what is becoming an increasingly combustible maritime stand-off with Beijing. »»»

Japan has seized a Chinese fishing vessel operating inside its exclusive economic zone off Nagasaki in the south west of the country, in the latest flashpoint in what is becoming an increasingly combustible maritime stand-off with Beijing. »»»

In an attempt to increase India’s role in the global semiconductor value chain, the budget 2026-27 has unveiled the India Semiconductor Mission 2.0 (ISM 2.0). With an initial allocation of INR10bn ($110mn) for FY 2026-27, ISM2.0 looks to strengthen manufacturing, design, research, and skill develop»»»

Japan has seized a Chinese fishing vessel operating inside its exclusive economic zone off Nagasaki in the south west of the country, in the latest flashpoint in what is becoming an increasingly combustible maritime stand-off with Beijing. »»»

Japan has seized a Chinese fishing vessel operating inside its exclusive economic zone off Nagasaki in the south west of the country, in the latest flashpoint in what is becoming an increasingly combustible maritime stand-off with Beijing. »»»

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s decisive election victory on February 8 has increased the likelihood of more expansionary fiscal policy in Japan over the coming years, according to Fitch Ratings. While the agency had already incorporated post-election easing and wider deficits into its overall Janu»»»

In an attempt to increase India’s role in the global semiconductor value chain, the budget 2026-27 has unveiled the India Semiconductor Mission 2.0 (ISM 2.0). With an initial allocation of INR10bn ($110mn) for FY 2026-27, ISM2.0 looks to strengthen manufacturing, design, research, and skill develop»»»

Japan has seized a Chinese fishing vessel operating inside its exclusive economic zone off Nagasaki in the south west of the country, in the latest flashpoint in what is becoming an increasingly combustible maritime stand-off with Beijing. »»»

In an attempt to increase India’s role in the global semiconductor value chain, the budget 2026-27 has unveiled the India Semiconductor Mission 2.0 (ISM 2.0). With an initial allocation of INR10bn ($110mn) for FY 2026-27, ISM2.0 looks to strengthen manufacturing, design, research, and skill develop»»»

In an attempt to increase India’s role in the global semiconductor value chain, the budget 2026-27 has unveiled the India Semiconductor Mission 2.0 (ISM 2.0). With an initial allocation of INR10bn ($110mn) for FY 2026-27, ISM2.0 looks to strengthen manufacturing, design, research, and skill develop»»»

Japan has seized a Chinese fishing vessel operating inside its exclusive economic zone off Nagasaki in the south west of the country, in the latest flashpoint in what is becoming an increasingly combustible maritime stand-off with Beijing. »»»

In an attempt to increase India’s role in the global semiconductor value chain, the budget 2026-27 has unveiled the India Semiconductor Mission 2.0 (ISM 2.0). With an initial allocation of INR10bn ($110mn) for FY 2026-27, ISM2.0 looks to strengthen manufacturing, design, research, and skill develop»»»

In an attempt to increase India’s role in the global semiconductor value chain, the budget 2026-27 has unveiled the India Semiconductor Mission 2.0 (ISM 2.0). With an initial allocation of INR10bn ($110mn) for FY 2026-27, ISM2.0 looks to strengthen manufacturing, design, research, and skill develop»»»

In an attempt to increase India’s role in the global semiconductor value chain, the budget 2026-27 has unveiled the India Semiconductor Mission 2.0 (ISM 2.0). With an initial allocation of INR10bn ($110mn) for FY 2026-27, ISM2.0 looks to strengthen manufacturing, design, research, and skill develop»»»

1/12The Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi officially opened to the public on November 22, 2025, in the Saadiyat Cultural District. Spanning 35,000 square metres, it became the largest museum of its kind in the region, featuring iconic exhibits such as the Tyrannosaurus rex skeleton ‘Stan’ and the Mu»»»

The Trump administration on Thursday revoked a long-standing scientific finding underpinning US efforts to regulate greenhouse gas emissions, marking its most sweeping rollback of climate policy. The Environmental Protection Agency rescinded the 2009 “endangerment finding,” which determined carbon »»»

An Iranian teenager who took part in nationwide protests in January is facing execution after being convicted on charges of killing a policeman during the demonstrations, an NGO said on Thursday. Norway-based Iran Human Rights (IHR) said that Saleh Mohammadi, 18, had already been sentenced to death»»»

«Before making the decision to dismiss the head of the State Committee for National Security, I called my friend, explained the situation, informed him that I was relieving him of his post, and then made my decision,» President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov said in an interview with Kabar news agency»»»

Dhaka: Long overshadowed by his parents and heir to one of Bangladesh's most powerful political dynasties, Tarique Rahman has finally stepped into the spotlight. At 60, the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) leader is preparing to take charge of the South Asian nation of 170 million, driven by what»»»

Ravshanbek Sabirov, Head of the National Investment Agency, discussed investment regulatory reform in Kyrgyzstan with the World Bank Group Country Manager for the Kyrgyz Republic Hugh Riddell. According to the agency’s press service, the parties discussed priority areas of cooperation, the developm»»»

The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan has extended the zero VAT rate on fish feed until December 31, 2027. Cabinet Chairman Adylbek Kasymaliev signed the corresponding amendments to the resolution «On measures to ensure food security and stabilize market prices.» The decision was made to support d»»»

Traffic is building across several key commuter routes in Dubai this Friday morning, with slow-moving sections reported on both major highways and inner-city roads as motorists head into the workday, according to Google Maps traffic data. Also Read: Dubai road congestion: RTA rolls out rapid traffi»»»

In 2025, the subsistence minimum in Bishkek amounted to 8,984 soms. The figure was announced at a board meeting of City Hall by First Vice Mayor Mirlanbek Baigonchokov. He noted that over the past five years the subsistence minimum has increased by 169.4 percent. He also clarified that the per capi»»»

The Service for Combating Extremism and Illegal Migration of the Main Internal Affairs Department of Bishkek continues its operational and preventive campaign called «Illegal Migrant». According to the agency’s press service, police officers inspected garment workshops and other production faciliti»»»

A US judge on Thursday temporarily blocked the Pentagon's efforts to punish Democratic Senator Mark Kelly over a video in which he and other lawmakers urged military and intelligence personnel to refuse illegal orders. The preliminary injunction is the latest blow to President Donald Trump's push t»»»

Bangladesh’s parliamentary election points to a strong showing for the Bangladesh Nationalist Party(BNP) as counting continues after largely peaceful voting on February 12, 2026, in the country of about 170mn people. The 3»»»

Bangladesh’s parliamentary election points to a strong showing for the Bangladesh Nationalist Party(BNP) as counting continues after largely peaceful voting on February 12, 2026, in the country of about 170mn people. The 3»»»

In the small town of Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, residents are reeling after a mass shooting left nine people dead, including six children. "We've been insulated," Tracy Krauss, a local pastor, told the BBC. "A newcomer comes to town and they're locking up, and everyone laughs, because why are»»»

Former Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and former head of the State Committee for National Security Kamchybek Tashiev returned to Kyrgyzstan early this morning. Journalist Aibek Biybosunov reported on social media. The former head of the security services reportedly arrived at Manas Int»»»

The Bangladesh Nationalist Party has claimed victory in the country's first election since the 2024 uprising, positioning itself to form the next government and potentially reshape Bangladesh's political landscape after years of intense rivalry and disputed polls. The party's media unit in a post o»»»

A small commercial aircraft operated by Smart Air was attacked shortly after landing at Korowai Batu Danowage (WAKY) airstrip in Boven Digoel Regency, South Papua province. Local media reported that the incident took place on Wednesday (February 11), in which two pilots were killed while all passen»»»

Friday the 13th is here – the first of three in 2026 – and superstition is trending online. But is the fear real, or fuelled by culture, films and social media? A UAE-based psychologist who previously practised in London said the fear, known as ‘paraskevidekatriaphobia’, is far more common in Weste»»»

Dubai: The UAE is set for largely fair conditions on Friday, with mild winter warmth lingering across much of the country before a noticeable drop in temperatures early next week, according to the National Center of Meteorology. Also Read: UAE winter flu: Taking Dubai Metro or bus? Doctors share ho»»»

Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday shared details from his meeting with President Donald Trump at the White House the day before, saying the US leader believes he is creating the conditions for a “good deal” with Iran. In a video statement, Netanyahu said he had "expressed gener»»»

Bangladesh’s opposition Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), led by Tarique Rahman, was projected to win a landslide in the first election since a deadly 2024 uprising, local television channels said on Friday. Senior BNP leader Ruhul Kabir Rizvi claimed a “sweeping victory” and urged supporters to »»»

A new AI trend is flooding Instagram, LinkedIn, X, and WhatsApp. Users upload selfies and ask ChatGPT to turn them into cartoon-style versions of themselves at work — surrounded by laptops, notebooks, coffee mugs, or office backdrops. The viral prompt is simple: “Create a caricature of me and my jo»»»

Samsung Electronics Chairman Lee Jae-yong (R) and LG Group Chairman Koo Kwang-mo (2-R) take an elevator after a South Korea-US business roundtable on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit at Gyeongju Arts Center in Gyeongju, about 275 kilometers southeast of Seoul, So»»»

In a landmark cultural moment, the UAE’s contemporary art scene is making an unprecedented impact in South Korea. Proximities, presented by the Abu Dhabi Music & Arts Foundation (ADMAF) in collaboration with the Seoul Museum of Art (SeMA), is the largest exhibition of contemporary visual art from t»»»

US President Donald Trump threatened Iran Thursday with "very traumatic" consequences if it fails to make a nuclear deal — though Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he was skeptical about the quality of any such agreement. Speaking a day after he hosted Netanyahu at the White House, Tru»»»

Syrian government forces have assumed control of a strategic military base in the country’s east following the withdrawal of American troops who had been illegally stationed there for nearly a decade, the Defense Ministry in Damascus has announced. The Al-Tanf garrison, established in 2016, sits at»»»

Dubia: Australia has announced that Ramadan 1447H (2026) will begin on Thursday, 19 February, confirmed by the Australian Fatwa Council based on astronomical calculations. For prayer timings, click here. Also Read: How the UAE determines the first day of Ramadan each yearThe Grand Mufti of Australi»»»

WASHINGTON: The US military on Thursday reported two major incidents that occurred in recent days tied to the massive buildup of forces in the Caribbean Sea — a Marine who died after falling overboard and a collision between two Navy ships that left two sailors with minor injuries. A report was mad»»»

Ajman: Ajman Police has launched its first sub campaign of the year titled “Pedestrian Safety”, reinforcing its commitment to reducing road accidents and protecting lives. The initiative, organised by the Traffic and Patrols Department, began on February 9 and will run until the end of March as par»»»

Sharjah: His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has directed immediate intervention to resolve humanitarian cases involving government employees and ordered the creation of a fast and flexible mechanism to address similar situations. The d»»»

A monster sinkhole abruptly swallowed a massive part of a roadway in Shanghai, China as shown in a viral video footage that ignited conspiracy fury as well as skepticism amid the city’s history of similar events. The sinkhole swallowed a large section of roadway. The collapse reportedly struck at t»»»

As President Donald Trump changed tariff agreements with a number of countries, there was one constant: goods became more expensive for US companies and consumers. In research released Thursday by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, a group of analysts and economists found that in 2025, the avera»»»

Buddhist monks walk during their March for Peace on day 109 of their journey near the U.S. Capitol in Washington on Wednesday and made a 1.5-mile walk to Maryland's State House on Thursday after state leaders invited them. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo Feb. 12 (UPI) -- A group of two doz»»»

At Thursday's NATO meeting in Brussels, US Secretary of State Pete Hegseth was absent, highlighting concerns about America stepping back from the alliance. European allies announced Arctic Sentry, a new mission to strengthen Arctic security amid Russian and Chinese activity. While analysts see it l»»»