India

India is a diverse country known for its rich culture and vibrant landmarks such as the Taj Mahal, and it will host the Miss World pageant in Telangana from May 31 to June 28, 2025. The nation also continues to face significant health challenges, including having the highest number of people with diabetes globally, with over 212 million cases. Filipino actress Jodi Sta. Maria recently added India to her travel bucket list, sharing her experiences on Instagram and highlighting its cultural richness and spiritual significance.

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Last updated at April 25, 2025.

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Philippines gets $6.02B from ADB in 2024

In 2024, the Philippines received $6.02 billion in financial assistance from the Asian Development Bank (ADB), making it the second-largest recipient after India.
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Vertiv opens Vertiv Academy in Mandaluyong for data center training

Ohio-based digital infrastructure solutions provider Vertiv opened a training facility called the Vertiv Academy in Mandaluyong City on Wednesday to cater to growing demand for data centers in the Asia-Pacific.
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Air India to launch non-stop flights to Manila this year

The Department of Tourism (DOT) announced that Air India plans to launch non-stop flights to Manila later this year, expected to attract more Indian tourists to the Philippines.
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ACEN plans ₱30B stock rights offering for renewables

ACEN Corp., Ayala Corp.'s renewable energy unit, plans to raise up to ₱30 billion through a stock rights offering (SRO) to fund its renewable projects and pay off debt.
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Philippines receives second batch of BrahMos missiles

Department of National Defense (DND) Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. confirmed on Wednesday that another batch of Indian-made BrahMos cruise missile systems is en route to the Philippines.
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Miss Universe revokes Opal Chuangsri's title for violating contract

The Miss Universe Organization has withdrawn Suchata 'Opal' Chuangsri's third runner-up title from the 2024 Miss Universe pageant due to a breach of contract.
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19 nations observe Balikatan drills with PH, US troops

Nineteen countries have sent observers for this year's Balikatan exercises, which began on April 21 with over 14,000 Filipino and U.S. soldiers participating.
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Olympic veterans lead Philippine Athletics Championships

Paris Olympics veterans Lauren Hoffman and John Cabang Tolentino, along with other elite athletes such as Robyn Brown, Kristina Knott, and Angel Frank, will participate in the ICTSI Philippine Athletics Championships at New Clark City from May 1 to 4.
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NEDA: US tariff measures have minimal impact on Philippine economy

The National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) expects recent US tariff measures will have only a minimal positive impact on the Philippine economy.
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MLMC receives 'Integrated Healthcare Provider of the Year'

Makati Life Medical Center (MLMC) received the 'Integrated Healthcare Provider of the Year' award at the Healthcare Asia Awards 2025 held on Thursday, April 10.
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