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Asia news — September 28, 2026
Publications tagged with Asia published on September 28, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.
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PepsiCo Invests $1 Billion in Colombia Over Five Years
PepsiCo has announced a significant investment of $1 billion in Colombia over the next five years. The funds will be used to expand the company's production capacity, modernize its operations, and strengthen its distribution network in the country. This investment is seen as a vote of confidence from the private sector in Colombia's economic prospects.9 sourcesSee all sourcesNurse Sentenced for Fatal Medication Error at Riga Hospital
The Riga City Court sentenced a nurse from the Children's Clinical University Hospital to two and a half years in prison for accidentally giving an 8-year-old patient potassium chloride instead of sodium bicarbonate, leading to the child's death last November. The nurse was also prohibited from practicing medicine for four years.3 sourcesSee all sourcesSerial Rapist-Murderer Alexei Gaskov Sentenced to Life Imprisonment
Alexei Gaskov, dubbed the 'actor-maniac', has been sentenced to life imprisonment by the Moscow Regional Court for a series of murders and rapes committed between 2002 and 2024. Gaskov, who was studying in the Moscow region in 2002, targeted young women and girls, attacking them at night, raping them, and then killing them. In total, he killed ten people, including seven women, two 17-year-old girls, and one man. He also sexually assaulted his stepdaughter. Modern technology helped solve the old crimes after Gaskov's initial detention in 2002. He will serve his sentence in a strict-regime colony.8 sourcesSee all sources
Protests in Ujjain Over Demolition of Shahi Masjid for Road Widening
Tension escalated in Ujjain as protesters opposed the partial removal of Shahi Masjid for road widening preparations ahead of Simhastha 2028. Police presence was heavy, and there were incidents of stone-pelting. A portion of the mosque was demolished despite a pending court case. Congress MP Imran Pratapgarhi objected to the demolition, calling it insensitive. Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav defended the action, stating it was necessary for the larger cause. Ujjain Municipal Corporation Chairperson Kalawati Yadav explained the extensive preparations underway for the upcoming Simhastha Mela, including road widening.4 sourcesSee all sources
Hong Kong's Economy Boosted by AI Exports
Hong Kong's economy is projected to grow close to 4% this year, driven primarily by strong global demand for artificial intelligence-related technology and electronics. The value of Hong Kong's goods exports reached HK$5.2 billion (US$667.9 billion) in August, up 53% from the previous year. The Trade Department has raised its export growth forecast to 42% to 47%, citing robust demand for AI-related products and infrastructure.4 sourcesSee all sourcesSwitzerland's Wage Protection Sparks EU Dispute
At the border with Germany, the issue of Switzerland's wage protection becomes apparent. This policy aims to safeguard both workers and businesses from cheap EU competition. However, it has drawn criticism from Brussels, creating a seemingly insurmountable dilemma.2 sourcesSee all sources
Thai Sprinter Puripol Boonson Sets New Asian Games Records in 100m and 200m
Thai sprinter Puripol Boonson dominated the Asian Games in Nagoya, setting new records in both the men's 100m and 200m events. The 20-year-old first broke the 100m Asian Games record in the semifinals with a time of 9.91 seconds, then improved it to 9.90 seconds to win the gold medal. In the 200m event, he broke the championship record in the semifinals with a time of 20.10 seconds, and then clocked 19.88 seconds to win gold and equal the Asian record.18 sourcesSee all sources
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay Launches One-Gram Gold Ring Scheme for Newborns
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay launched the Thaaimaman Thanga Mothiram Thittam scheme on Monday, providing one-gram gold rings to babies born in state-run hospitals. The scheme, with an annual outlay of ₹755.83 crore, aims to boost public trust in government healthcare services and encourage safe institutional deliveries. Around 7.80 lakh children are born in Tamil Nadu annually, with approximately 4.20 lakh deliveries in government hospitals.12 sourcesSee all sources
Qatar Businessmen Association Meets Hong Kong Financial Secretary to Explore New Investment Partnerships
The Qatar Businessmen Association (QBA) met with Hong Kong's Financial Secretary, Paul Chan, to discuss ways to enhance economic and investment ties between Qatar's private sector and Hong Kong. The meeting focused on building new partnerships in priority sectors such as financial services, healthcare, logistics, technology and innovation, and trade and investment. Both sides discussed cooperation in financial services, with plans to strengthen links between financial institutions, develop partnerships in asset management and financing, and utilize Hong Kong's expertise and financial networks to help Qatari companies expand into Asian markets. The QBA also plans to visit Hong Kong to explore new investment and financing tools and opportunities that Qatar offers to Asian companies.4 sourcesSee all sources
Indian Archery Teams Advance to Semifinals at Asian Games
In the Asian Games held in Aichi-Nagoya, Indian men's and women's compound archery teams have secured their places in the semifinals. The men's team comprising Kushal Dalal, Sahil Jadhav, and Ganesh Mani Ratnam, and the women's team consisting of Jyothi Surekha Vennam, Chikitha Taniparthi, and Prithika Pradeep, both defeated their respective opponents in the quarterfinals. They will face South Korea in the semifinals on September 30.6 sourcesSee all sources
Two Giant Pandas Arrive in Atlanta from China for 10-Year Stay
A pair of giant pandas, Ping Ping and Fu Shuang, have arrived in Atlanta, USA, from China. The pandas, aged two, will spend the next decade at Zoo Atlanta as part of a diplomatic exchange program known as 'panda diplomacy'. They were accompanied by Chinese veterinarians and keepers who will assist in their care and adaptation during the initial quarantine period.139 sourcesSee all sources
Indian Athlete Baranica Elangovan Wins Historic Asian Games Bronze in Women's Pole Vault
Baranica Elangovan made history at the Asian Games 2026 by winning India's first-ever medal in the women's pole vault. The 29-year-old cleared 4.15m to secure the bronze medal, sharing it with Kazakhstan's Polina Ivanova. This remarkable achievement comes after years of dedication and overcoming injuries and doubts about her chosen sport.53 sourcesSee all sources
