Thursday, July 16, 2026Aggregated News & Summaries

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World & Politics

The Economic Times
PM Modi pushes to cut imports to shield India from shocks

India is likely preparing a major import substitution drive as geopolitical tensions and supply chain risks push the government to reduce dependence on foreign goods. The Centre is identifying over 100 products for domestic manufacturing, while boosting incentives for semiconductors, smartphones, fertilisers and critical industries to strengthen India's economic resilience and manufacturing base.

BreakingNews.ie
What the papers say: Thursday's front pages

Thursday's front pages focus on a range of stories, from the Government not being able to rule out the possibility that Irish-produced alumina is part of the Russian military to a soldier being ordered into a river with dead sheep.

Economy & General

The Manila Times
SingWealth Holdings Expands Regional Presence with PFP Capital Limited Launch in Hong Kong

**media[1139332]**HONG KONG, July 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- SingWealth Holdings today announced the official launch of its Hong Kong-based asset management arm, PFP Capital Limited ('PFP Capital'), marking a significant milestone in the Group's regional footprint and advancing its long-term multi-market business strategy.**media[1139333]**

Tech, Health & Opinion

Borneo Post
AirBorneo’s Boeing 737-800 arrives at KIA ahead of inaugural Kuching-KL flight

KUCHING (July 16): AirBorneo Airways’ (AirBorneo) latest Boeing 737-800 aircraft arrived at Kuching International Airport (KIA) on Wednesday, ahead of the airline’s inaugural Kuching–Kuala Lumpur–Kuching flight scheduled for July 20. Photos of the aircraft with the airline’s livery have gone viral on social media and was also shared by Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr SimRead More

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