January 23, 2026

Dubai’s First-Time Home Buyer Programme Spurs Over 2,000 Home Sales in Six Months

Dubai’s initiative has helped more than 2,000 residents buy their first homes, with property sales topping AED3.25 billion. The programme offers priority access and tailored loans, transforming renters into homeowners and energizing Dubai’s real estate market.

January 23, 2026

India's Space Economy to Hit $40 Billion by 2030: Arkam Ventures Report

India’s space market, worth $13 billion today, is set to soar to $40 billion by 2030. Over 300 startups fuel this rise backed by ISRO’s support. Private investments of $3-$5 billion expected soon.

January 23, 2026

ByteDance Signs US TikTok Deal, Splitting Operations Amid Security Concerns

ByteDance has sealed a deal to separate US TikTok operations under a new US consortium including Oracle. This move addresses security fears and reshapes TikTok’s presence in America.

January 23, 2026

Karnataka High Court Legalizes Bike Taxis, Welcomed by Uber, Rapido, and Riders

The Karnataka High Court has permitted bike taxis to operate legally, directing authorities to register them under transport laws. Uber, Rapido, riders, and commuters have welcomed this decision, hoping it improves Bengaluru's last-mile connectivity and creates job opportunities.

January 23, 2026

AP Shrimp Farmers Demand Continued Ban on Southeast Asian Broodstock Imports Over Disease Fears

Shrimp farmers in Andhra Pradesh want the government to maintain the ban on importing shrimp broodstock from Southeast Asia. They fear that new diseases could harm India’s shrimp industry due to insufficient screening. Officials say India has strong testing facilities to handle disease detection.