February 14, 2026

Centre Approves 11.56 km Noida Metro Extension to Botanical Garden

The Indian government approved an 11.56 km extension of the Noida Metro from Sector 142 to Botanical Garden. This new corridor adds eight elevated stations and expands the metro network to 61.62 km, improving connectivity in Noida and Greater Noida.

February 14, 2026

UAE's Non-Oil Trade Hits $1.03 Trillion, Surpassing Hong Kong and Challenging Singapore

UAE’s non-oil trade nearly doubled to $1.03 trillion by 2025, surpassing Hong Kong and challenging Singapore for global trade leadership. PM Mohammed bin Rashid al-Maktoum credits strategic investments and strong partnerships.

February 14, 2026

Hong Kong Flower Sales Rise 20% as Valentine’s Day Shoppers Splash Out

Flower sales in Hong Kong’s Mong Kok boost by 20% this Valentine’s Day. Crowds flock to buy roses and gifts, prompting police to control foot traffic.

February 14, 2026

Chinese Tourists Flock to Australia for Lunar New Year; Bookings to Double

Australia is poised to become a hot spot for Chinese travelers this Lunar New Year, with bookings expected to more than double. The Great Barrier Reef, wine tours, and flexible itineraries are big draws, says Trip.com and Tourism Australia.

February 14, 2026

US Investors Jitter as AI Shakes Markets; China Tech Stocks Stay Firm

AI is unsettling US investors, with traditional tech stocks facing pressure amid fears of disruption. Meanwhile, Chinese tech shares hold steady, even gaining on new AI tools like ByteDance's Seedance 2.0.