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China to bolster state banks and insurers with $54 billion push

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 03:56:33 GMT

BEIJING, China: China is moving ahead with a combined US$54 billion capital boost for major state-owned banks and insurers, with the finance ministry leading the effort to strengthen capital across the country's financial system.

China Life Insurance (Group) Co, the country's largest life insurer, will receive 35 billion yuan ($5.2 billion), while China Taiping Insurance Group will get seven billion yuan, the tw

Update: Former HKSAR Chief Executive Tung Chee-hwa dies at 89

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 03:45:32 GMT

BEIJING, Sept. 9 (Xinhua) -- Tung Chee-hwa, former vice chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) and former chief executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), died of illness at the age of 89 in Hong Kong at 9:57 p.m. Tuesday.

Tung is regarded as an outstanding contributor to "one country, two systems," a renowned patriot, an outstan

CHINA-HONG KONG-TUNG CHEE-HWA-PASSING AWAY (CN)

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 03:45:12 GMT

(260909) -- BEIJING, Sept. 9, 2026 (Xinhua) -- A file photo of Tung Chee-hwa. Former vice chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference and former chief executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Tung Chee-hwa, died of illness at the age of 89 in Hong Kong at 9:57 p.m. Tuesday. (Xinhua)

LIV Golf files for bankruptcy with stars owed millions

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 22:55:07 GMT

(Photo credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images)

Less than five years after it held its first event and created a schism in professional golf, LIV Golf filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in New Jersey on Tuesday.The filing -- a rare window into the league's financial state -- estimates assets between $100 million and $500 million, with liabilities between $500 million and $1 billion.Most notably, the filing liste

Sensex closes 555 points down, Nifty loses 0.61% as Brent nears USD 100/ barrel

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 17:03:38 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 8 (ANI): Indian benchmark indices closed lower on Tuesday, weighed down by rising crude oil prices as Brent crude neared the USD 100 per barrel mark amid escalating tensions in West Asia and also weekly expiry of Nifty 50 index.

The BSE Sensex closed at 75,577.58, down 555.23 points, or 0.73 per cent, while the Nifty 50 index settled at 23,635.10, declining 144.05 points, o

Delhi Half Marathon: Two-time champion Legese eyes third DHM crown as line-up announced

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 16:59:04 GMT

New Delhi [India], September 8 (ANI): Procam International, the promoters of the Delhi Half Marathon, on Tuesday, announced a star-studded international elite field for the 21st edition of the World Athletics Gold Label Road Race, scheduled to be held in New Delhi on Sunday, October 18, 2026.

In the men's field, Ethiopia's Birhanu Legese will headline the elite line-up with a personal best of 58:59, making him th

Tata AIA Top 200 Fund Delivers Consistent Outperformance Across Multiple Time Horizons, Reinforcing the Power of Long-Term Investing

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 16:30:49 GMT

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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 8: For investors, the real test of any equity fund isn't its strategy on paper - it's what it has actually done for their money over time. On that measure, the Tata AIA Top 200 Fund has a track record worth noting: as of 31 July 2026, it has consistently outperformed its benchmark, not in a single good year, but across every major time horizon three years, five y

India's Spice Industry Is Turning Quality & Traceability Into A Growth Opportunity

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 07:29:09 GMT

PNN

New Delhi [India], September 8: In April 2024, the Spices Board made ethylene oxide (ETO) testing compulsory for every spice consignment exported from India to Singapore and Hong Kong. This happened after Indian branded spice products were recalled in both markets.

Initially, this was seen mainly as an export compliance requirement. However, two years later, the issue has become much bigger. The focus i

Japan announce squad for historic T20I against India in Sano

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 05:58:18 GMT

Sano [Japan], September 8 (ANI): Japan have announced their squad for their historic men's T20I against reigning T20 World Cup champions and world No.1 India, with Kendel Kadowaki-Fleming set to lead the side in the landmark clash at the Sano International Cricket Ground on September 22.

The squad features the same group selected for Japan's home Asian Games campaign, which begins in Nagoya two days after the Ind

Maharashtra: DRI busts gold-smuggling syndicate operated by Chinese nationals, seizes gold worth Rs 1.10 crore

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 00:30:41 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 8 (ANI): The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI), Mumbai Zonal Unit, busted an international gold-smuggling syndicate allegedly operated by Chinese nationals and seized 691.870 grams of 24-carat gold worth approximately Rs 1.10 crore, the agency said.

According to the DRI, the gold was concealed inside a treadmill motor and recovered from a consignment imported from H

Experience Mid-Autumn Festival Like a Local in Hong Kong This September

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 16:58:41 GMT

NewsVoir

Hong Kong, September 7: This September, Hong Kong invites visitors to step into the heart of Mid-Autumn Festival through a citywide celebration of light, heritage and togetherness. From spectacular lantern artistry and living cultural traditions to citywide festive offerings and seasonal flavours across the city, Hong Kong transforms into a vibrant showcase of one of its most cherished annual celebration

Asia Fintech Forum 2026 to Convene Regulators, Bankers and Fintech Leaders in Kuala Lumpur on 2 October

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 06:03:27 GMT

PRNewswire

Kuala Lumpur [Malaysia], September 7: The Responsible Fintech Institute (RFI) today opened registration for the inaugural Asia Fintech Forum 2026, a one-day summit on Friday, 2 October at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur. Inaugural forum from Singapore's Responsible Fintech Institute, title-sponsored by

Sun, 06 Sep 2026 17:58:42 GMT

Siliguri (West Bengal) [India], September 6 (ANI): The excitement of an India-Pakistan cricket clash was heightened for Richa Ghosh's family as the Indian women's team registered a thumping seven-wicket victory over Pakistan in the Women's T20 Asia Cup.

Wicketkeeper-batter's father Manabendra Ghosh expressed pride in his daughter's contribution to the win.

'Whenever there is a match against Pakistan, we get

Sree Charani hails 'natural talent' Prema Rawat after India's 7-wicket rout of Pakistan

Sun, 06 Sep 2026 08:32:41 GMT

Dubai [UAE], September 6 (ANI): Indian spinner Sree Charani praised teammate Prema Rawat, calling her a "natural talent" after India women's team asserted their dominance over Pakistan, thrashing them by seven wickets in their Women's Asia Cup 2026 clash on Saturday at the Dubai International Stadium.

After bundling Pakistan out for just 55, India chased down the target in only 8.4 overs, with skipper Harmanpreet

BHU Faculty of Commerce celebrates Teacher's Day with grandeur

Sat, 05 Sep 2026 23:30:09 GMT

Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) [India], September 6 (ANI): The Faculty of Commerce, Banaras Hindu University (BHU) on Saturday organised a grand ceremony to commemorate Teachers' Day. The program was successfully coordinated by Vandana Srivastava, and the entire event was conducted under the guidance of the Dean and Head of Department, Professor HK Singh.

On the occasion, former Deans and Heads of the Faculty of Commer

"Important to keep standards high": Indian skipper Harmanpreet after landmark win over Pakistan in 150th T20I as captain

Sat, 05 Sep 2026 19:57:38 GMT

Dubai [UAE], September 6 (ANI): Following her side's win over Pakistan in the women's Asia Cup, Indian skipper Harmanpreet Kaur expressed happiness at her side's win and gratitude for becoming the first cricketer to have led a country in 150 T20Is, saying that she did not expect to come that far.

Harmanpreet celebrated her landmark 150th T20I match as a captain by hitting the winning runs and absolutely dem

Indian skipper Harmanpreet becomes first cricketer to captain in 150 T20Is

Sat, 05 Sep 2026 18:58:16 GMT

Dubai [UAE], September 5 (ANI): Indian skipper Harmanpreet Kaur on Saturday became the first cricketer to lead a national side in 150 T20Is.

Harmanpreet, who made her T20I debut in 2009, accomplished this feat against arch-rivals Pakistan in the women's Asia Cup league stage clash. No player, man or woman, other than Harmanpreet Kaur, has led a national side in 150 T20Is.

Among women's cricketers, the

Women's Asia Cup: No handshake again as Pak win toss, opt to bat against India

Sat, 05 Sep 2026 18:34:30 GMT

Dubai [UAE], September 5 (ANI): Pakistan skipper Fatima Sana won the toss and opted to bat first against India in their Women's Asia Cup 2026 clash in Dubai on Saturday.

The no-handshake saga continued as India captain Harmanpreet Kaur and Pakistan skipper Fatima Sana once again refrained from shaking hands during the toss.

The Women in Blue have won nine of their last 10 T20Is against Pakistan, with their

Taiwan warns of rising China risks targeting Taiwanese youth

Sat, 05 Sep 2026 18:32:56 GMT

Taipei [Taiwan], September 5 (ANI): Taiwan has raised concerns over what it describes as growing risks faced by young Taiwanese travelling to China, warning that seemingly attractive employment opportunities and cultural exchanges could expose them to scams, political influence campaigns and detention, as reported by The Taipei Times.

According to The Taipei Times, Straits Exchange Foundation (SEF) Secretary-Gene

Smriti Mandhana 78 runs away from becoming top T20I run-getter

Sat, 05 Sep 2026 17:59:53 GMT

Dubai [UAE], September 5 (ANI): Indian vice-captain and superstar batter Smriti Mandhana could add another feather to her cap against arch-rivals Pakistan, as she stands just 78 runs away from overtaking New Zealand legend Suzie Bates as the highest run-getter in women's T20Is.

Smriti, who smacked a brutal 64-ball 124 against Hong Kong to become the top run-getter and century-scorer in women's cricket, will

The 4.5 Kg Question: Why Are India's Children Bending Under the Weight of Their School Bags? Asks Social Activist Sundeep Bhutoria

Sat, 05 Sep 2026 15:57:59 GMT

PNN

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], September 4: Imagine six-year-old children, barely out of kindergarten, bent forward under a bag weighing nearly a quarter of their own body weight. This isn't a hypothetical scenario. It is a crisis in plain sight, a reality for millions of Indian schoolchildren - and a health concern that Kolkata-based social and cultural activist Sundeep Bhutoria has now thrust into the natio

#(SP)CHINA-SHENZHEN-BADMINTON-CHINA MASTERS-MEN'S SINGLES-SEMIFINAL (CN)

Sat, 05 Sep 2026 14:46:56 GMT

(260905) -- SHENZHEN, Sept. 5, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Anders Antonsen hits a return during the men's singles semifinal match between Jason Gunawan of China's Hong Kong and Anders Antonsen of Denmark at China Masters 2026 badminton tournament in Shenzhen, south China's Guangdong Province, Sept. 5, 2026. (Photo by Chu Yan/Xinhua)

Karnataka flags off cloud seeding programme to aid farmers amid drought

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 17:31:23 GMT

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], September 4 (ANI): Karnataka Water Resources Minister N Chaluvarayaswamy, along with state Minister HK Patil, on Friday flagged off a cloud seeding programme organised by the Water Resources Department at HAL Airport in Bengaluru, with the state hoping for rainfall to provide relief to farmers and address concerns over drinking water and agriculture.

Speaking to reporters on the occ

Nifty, Sensex end higher as Fed rate hike concerns ease, gains capped by profit booking

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 17:29:48 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 4 (ANI): Indian equity markets ended higher on Friday, with the Nifty 50 gaining 24.25 points, or 0.10 per cent, to close at 23,897.70, while the BSE Sensex rose 362.57 points, or 0.48 per cent, to close at 76,515.43.

Market gains came as concerns over an imminent US Federal Reserve rate hike eased. However, profit booking at higher levels and continued geopolitical tension

"Keep every stone they throw at you": Shikhar, Arundhati, Radha hail Mandhana for record-breaking knock against Hong Kong

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 16:59:29 GMT

Dubai [UAE], September 4 (ANI): Indian cricketers Arundhati Reddy, Radha Yadav and former Indian opener Shikhar Dhawan hailed Indian batter Smriti Mandhana as she surpassed legends Mithali Raj and Meg Lanning to become the leading run-getter and century-getter in women's international cricket.

An explosive 124 off 64 balls, including 14 fours and seven sixes, at a strike rate of 193.75, took Smriti to the s

Hong Kong eyes deeper Belt and Road cooperation

Sun, 06 Sep 2026 22:09:39 GMT

A view of south China's Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, August 7, 2026. /VCG

Hong Kong aims to help enterprises from Belt and Road partner countries expand their markets and lower transaction costs to unlock regional growth potential, Paul Chan, financial secretary of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) government, wrote in his blog on Sunday.

With the 11th Belt and R

Hong Kong Misuses Colonial-era Law to Violate Rights

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 12:56:54 GMT

Organizing a group to help people in distress used to be something Hong Kong people could do without fear. Not anymore.

On September 3, the Hong Kong Court of Appeal affirmed the conviction of five 612 Humanitarian Fund trustees for failing to register the fund under the Societies Ordinance. It's just the latest example of the government weaponizing colonial-era laws to dismantle

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 13:45:31 GMT

HONG KONG, Sept. 9 (Xinhua) -- The "Tiangong Class" Hong Kong and Macao Designated Session was held simultaneously in Hong Kong and Macao on Wednesday morning, as the three Chinese astronauts of the Shenzhou-23 crew currently carrying out a manned space mission at the Tiangong space station delivered a live space lecture for students.

Shenzhou-23 mission commander Zhu Yangzhu, astronaut Zhang Zhiyuan and Hong Ko

Class 12 Students Have More Higher Education Choices Than Ever Before. Here's How to Navigate Them

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 09:30:23 GMT

PNN

New Delhi [India], September 9: For years, the higher education journey for Indian Class 12 students followed a fairly predictable pattern. Students either prepared for highly competitive entrance examinations in India or set their sights on familiar international destinations such as the United States and the United Kingdom.

But things have changed - for the better!

Today, a single Class 12 stude

Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index flat by midday

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 05:15:12 GMT

HONG KONG, Sept. 9 (Xinhua) -- Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index ended roughly flat at 25,316.87 points in the morning session on Wednesday.

Xinhua News | Former HKSAR Chief Executive Tung Chee-hwa dies at 89

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 04:15:16 GMT

Tung Chee-hwa, former vice chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference and former chief executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), died of illness at the age of 89 in Hong Kong at 9:57 p.m. Tuesday. #XinhuaNews

1st LD-Writethru: Former HKSAR Chief Executive Tung Chee-hwa dies at 89

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 03:45:22 GMT

Tung is regarded as an outstanding contributor to "one country, two systems," a renowned patriot, an outsta

Former HKSAR Chief Executive Tung Chee-hwa dies at 89

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 03:17:07 GMT

BEIJING, Sept. 9 (Xinhua) -- Tung Chee-hwa, former vice chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference and former chief executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), died of illness at the age of 89 in Hong Kong at 9:57 p.m. Tuesday.

Hong Kong philanthropy forum connects Chinese mainland, int'l community: LegCo president

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 16:17:11 GMT

HONG KONG, Sept. 8 (Xinhua) -- The Philanthropy for Better Cities (PBC) Forum has not only witnessed the development of philanthropy over the past decade, but also fostered exchange and collaboration among Chinese mainland, Hong Kong and international community, Starry Lee Wai-king, president of the Legislative Council (LegCo) of China's Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), said on Tuesday.

Speaking

Hong Kong scores new record in investment products sales in 2025: survey

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 11:45:14 GMT

HONG KONG, Sept. 8 (Xinhua) -- Sales of non-exchange-traded investment products in Hong Kong hit an all-time high of 9.9 trillion Hong Kong dollars (1.26 trillion U.S. dollars) in 2025, driven by record market participation and strong demand for fixed-income, currency and commodity (FICC)-related products, local data showed on Tuesday.

Total sales in 2025 marked a year-on-year hike of 63 percent, said a joint an

Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index down 0.27 pct by midday

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 05:15:13 GMT

HONG KONG, Sept. 8 (Xinhua) -- Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index fell 67.55 points, or 0.27 percent, to 25,345.57 points in the morning session on Tuesday.

Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index opens 0.63 pct lower

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 01:45:13 GMT

HONG KONG, Sept. 8 (Xinhua) -- The Hang Seng Index lost 161.05 points, or 0.63 percent, to open at 25,252.07 points on Tuesday.

Int'l philanthropy forum in Hong Kong highlights sports spirit, charity

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 14:15:39 GMT

HONG KONG, Sept. 7 (Xinhua) -- The Philanthropy for Better Cities (PBC) Forum 2026 opened on Monday in Hong Kong, bringing together around 2,000 delegates from diverse sectors to explore the transformation, challenges, and opportunities shaping the philanthropic landscape.

Marking its 10th anniversary, the forum, convened by the Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust in association with the Institute of Philanthr

Feature: Kung fu stuntmen put Hong Kong cinema on the map

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 13:15:18 GMT

HONG KONG, Sept. 7 (Xinhua) -- Suspended from an exhibition ceiling at Tai Kwun in Hong Kong, a prop helicopter brings visitors face to face with the behind-the-scenes secret of Hong Kong action cinema -- the kung fu stuntmen who built an era by putting their lives on the line.

The exhibition, titled Better Together -- Partnering Up for Hong Kong Movies, displays replicas of classic action props to explore the c

Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index down 0.97 pct by midday

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 04:45:12 GMT

HONG KONG, Sept. 7 (Xinhua) -- Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index fell 248.14 points, or 0.97 percent, to close Monday's morning session at 25,402.73.

Hong Kong eyes deeper Belt and Road cooperation ahead of annual summit: financial secretary

Sun, 06 Sep 2026 14:45:16 GMT

HONG KONG, Sept. 6 (Xinhua) -- Hong Kong aims to help enterprises from Belt and Road partner countries expand their markets and lower transaction costs to unlock regional growth potential, Paul Chan, financial secretary of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) government, wrote in his blog on Sunday.

With the 11th Belt and Road Summit approaching, Chan said that this year's forum will feature a new

Urumqi summer travel season sees 22% jump in border crossings by air

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:28:32 GMT

Xinjiang Urumqi airport recorded 288,000 summer border crossings (up 22%), with foreign travelers surging 64% to 86,000 - driven in part by new direct flights to Bishkek and Hong Kong - while Central Asian traffic rose over 27% to 146,000. As Urumqi prepares to host the SCO Digital Economy Forum this September, the summer travel surge shows that commitments made at the Bishkek summit are steadily translating into tangi