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ECONOMY

Oil prices surge as Middle East tensions fuel fears of supply disruptions

The surge in energy prices weighed heavily on global financial markets.

Technology

MediaTek and Samsung achieve industry-first 3Tx 5-layer uplink test, reaching 670 Mbps 5G speed

Breakthrough sets new benchmark for 5G uplink performance and enhances cloud-based applications and fixed wireless access services.

Asia

Xi Jinping and Kim Jong Un pledge stronger cooperation as North Korea visit concludes

During meetings in Pyongyang, both sides highlighted the long-standing friendship between China and North Korea and pledged to expand exchanges across multiple sectors.

World

Iran and Israel pause strikes, warn of retaliation if ceasefire is breached again

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel would hold fire for now but warned that any future attacks would be met with a strong response.

AUTOMOBILE

Tata Motors launches Intra V40, expands alternate fuel portfolio in small commercial vehicle segment

New CNG-petrol bi-fuel pickup offers higher payload capacity, improved efficiency, and enhanced support ecosystem for last-mile transport.

TELECOM

PepsiCo India launches energy drink brand Adrenaline Rush, targets mass-premium segment

The new brand is aimed at young, urban consumers seeking functional beverages that offer energy and refreshment, as demand for ready-to-drink (RTD) energy beverages continues to rise in India.

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ASIA

Xi Jinping and Kim Jong Un pledge stronger cooperation as North Korea visit concludes

During meetings in Pyongyang, both sides highlighted the long-standing friendship between China and North Korea and pledged to expand exchanges across multiple sectors.

Qatar, Iran discuss mediation efforts amid rising regional tensions

Regional and international actors have intensified diplomatic efforts to contain tensions and encourage negotiations to avoid a broader conflict.

Indonesia passes major economic reform bill, expands central bank role in growth strategy

New legislation broadens central bank powers to support economic growth and financial stability.

China skips high-level representation at Shangri-La Dialogue amid Indo-Pacific tensions

The annual summit, held in Singapore and attended by defense ministers, military leaders, and security experts from around the world, has traditionally served as a key platform for dialogue between major powers.

Pakistan and China reach new broad consensus on boosting ties

The two nations also discussed regional and global developments, including the ongoing Middle East crisis and efforts to maintain peace in the Strait of Hormuz.