# civil servants (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover civil servants. Page: Feed: --- ## [Leaders Mark Taiwan Strait Crisis in Kinmen - August 23, 2026](https://www.taiwanplus.com/news/newscasts/whats-up-taiwan/260823012/leaders-mark-taiwan-strait-crisis-in-kinmen-august-23-2026) _2026-08-23 · TaiwanPlus_ In today's show: -Remembering the Second Taiwan Strait Crisis 68 Years On -Taiwan's Space Agency Successfully Launches its First Domestic Rocket -Nvidia Warns Customers of Upcoming Price Hikes -Taiwan Is Set to Import New Drugs from India Amid Domestic Shortages -Heavy Rain Triggers Flooding Across Southern Taiwan -Amendment Gives Schools Greater Control Over Students' Smartphone Use -Taiwan Opens… ## [Taiwan Successfully Tests Domestically Developed Research Rocket](https://www.taiwanplus.com/news/taiwan-news/technology-and-science/260823011/taiwan-successfully-tests-domestically-developed-research-rocket) _2026-08-23 · TaiwanPlus_ Taiwan’s space agency has successfully conducted the first test flight of its domestically developed Maraho research rocket. The rocket flew for around seven minutes and reached an altitude of 8 kilometers before parachuting into the sea. TASA says the mission successfully verified key systems and collected data for future development. | ## [Bloomberg: Nvidia Warns Customers of AI Product Price Hikes](https://www.taiwanplus.com/news/taiwan-news/technology-and-science/260823009/bloomberg-nvidia-warns-customers-of-ai-product-price-hikes) _2026-08-23 · TaiwanPlus_ Nvidia has notified customers that prices for some AI semiconductor products could rise by more than 15% early next year, according to a report by Bloomberg. The increases are expected to affect systems shipped early next year, with the exact price jump depending on each system’s configuration.| ## [Taiwan to Import Three India-Made Drugs](https://www.taiwanplus.com/news/taiwan-news/health/260823008/taiwan-to-import-three-india-made-drugs) _2026-08-23 · TaiwanPlus_ Taiwan is set to import three India-made medications, two of which treat cancer. That's amid a domestic shortage.| ## [Remembering the Second Taiwan Strait Crisis 68 Years On](https://www.taiwanplus.com/news/taiwan-news/military/260823007/remembering-the-second-taiwan-strait-crisis-68-years-on) _2026-08-23 · TaiwanPlus_ Taiwan commemorates the Second Taiwan Strait Crisis every year on August 23. It was the last major conflict between Taiwan and China. This year, President Lai Ching-te presided over this year's memorial, stressing the importance of defense.| ## [Heavy Rain Triggers Flooding Across Southern Taiwan](https://www.taiwanplus.com/news/taiwan-news/climate-and-natural-disasters/260823004/heavy-rain-triggers-flooding-across-southern-taiwan) _2026-08-23 · TaiwanPlus_ Heavy rainfall has caused flooding across southern Taiwan, with parts of Tainan, Kaohsiung and Pingtung County seeing knee-high water on Saturday. While floodwaters receded in many areas, transportation was disrupted and some local governments suspended work and classes.| ## [68th Anniversary of Cross-Strait Conflict - August 23, 2026](https://www.taiwanplus.com/news/newscasts/whats-up-taiwan/260823003/68th-anniversary-of-cross-strait-conflict-august-23-2026) _2026-08-23 · TaiwanPlus_ In Today's Show: -Remembering the Second Taiwan Strait Crisis 68 Years On -Questions Linger Over New UK PM's Taiwan Policy -Test of Domestically Developed Research Rocket a Success -Heavy Rain Triggers Flooding Across Southern Taiwan -Amendment Gives Schools Greater Control Over Students' Smartphone Use -Why a Growing Number of Taiwanese Adults are Opting for the Single Life -Two Bronze Medals for… ## [Taiwan Wins Two Bronze Medals at World Badminton Championships](https://www.taiwanplus.com/news/taiwan-news/sports/260823002/taiwan-wins-two-bronze-medals-at-world-badminton-championships) _2026-08-23 · TaiwanPlus_ Taiwanese badminton athletes have won two bronze medals at the BWF World Championships underway in India.| ## [New Amendment Gives School Greater Control over Students' Phone Use](https://www.taiwanplus.com/news/taiwan-news/education/260823001/new-amendment-gives-school-greater-control-over-students-phone-use) _2026-08-23 · TaiwanPlus_ Lawmakers have given schools greater leeway to restrict students' phone use in the classroom with an update to the law. But some parents and teachers feel more finessing would make the new amendment more reasonable and effective.| ## [Taiwan Proposes Record Defense Budget for 2027 - Aug. 23, 2026](https://www.taiwanplus.com/news/newscasts/heres-what-happened/260822007/taiwan-proposes-record-defense-budget-for-2027-aug-23-2026) _2026-08-23 · TaiwanPlus_ In today's show: -Taiwan Proposes Record US$35B Defense Budget for 2027 -Local Governments Launch Alliance To Bridge Political Divide -Taiwan Seeks Deeper International Ties at Semicon 2026 -Bonuses for Visitors As Taiwan Rolls Out New Tourism Scheme -Single in Taiwan: Why Are So Many People Ditching Getting Hitched? -Meet the Jiu-Jitsu Fighter Representing Taiwan at the Asian Games| ## [Find it on Amazon (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/UHiRZoL4ImNA) _2026-08-23 · **Sponsored**_ Open the Amazon product listing to see details and availability ## [SPARSH Hospitals appoints Kalappa K.B. as Group CHRO](https://themainstream.co.in/sparsh-hospitals-kalappa-k-b-as-group-chro/) _2026-08-22 · Dhvani Rajyagor · The Mainstream_ SPARSH Hospitals has appointed Kalappa K.B. as Group Chief Human Resources Officer, strengthening its leadership team as the healthcare group enters its next phase of growth and organisational transformation. In his new role, Mr Kalappa will oversee the group’s people and culture agenda, with a focus on talent management, leadership development, employee experience and organisational \[…\] ## [Taiwan Boosts Tax Relief for Parents As Birth Rate Falls](https://www.taiwanplus.com/news/taiwan-news/public-policy/260822009/taiwan-boosts-tax-relief-for-parents-as-birth-rate-falls) _2026-08-22 · TaiwanPlus_ Taiwan is giving parents with minor children a bigger tax break, with the tax-exempt allowance increasing by 50% starting with the 2027 tax year. Parents could save between US$79 and more than US$600 per child, depending on their income tax rate. Families with children under six can also combine the higher allowance with an additional preschool deduction. The government estimates that more than… ## [Etihad Airways Apologizes for ‘Taiwan, China’ Announcement – Aug. 22, 2026](https://www.taiwanplus.com/news/newscasts/whats-up-taiwan/260822008/etihad-airways-apologizes-for-taiwan-china-announcement-aug-22-2026) _2026-08-22 · TaiwanPlus_ In today’s show: -Etihad Airways Apologizes for “Taiwan, China” In-Flight Announcement -US Navy Aircraft Flies Through Taiwan Strait -Washington Supports Taiwan’s Record US$35B Defense Budget -Research Shows More Taiwan Adults Choosing To Stay Single -New Child Tax Break Aims To Boost Birth Rate -Amendment Passed To Provide Free Menstrual Products in Schools -Former Air Force Headquarters in… ## [GoTrust appoints Umesh Mehta to Advisory Board](https://themainstream.co.in/gotrust-appoints-umesh-mehta/) _2026-08-22 · Heena Kanwar · The Mainstream_ GoTrust has appointed Umesh Mehta to its Advisory Board, strengthening the company’s leadership as it expands its focus on enterprise AI, data privacy, cybersecurity and governance. Mehta brings more than 35 years of experience in enterprise IT, digital transformation and technology governance. He has held technology leadership roles across organisations including Maruti Suzuki, Fiat Group, \[…\] ## [Front Light Building Company appoints Urmila Menon as Chief Technology Officer](https://themainstream.co.in/front-light-appoints-urmila-menon/) _2026-08-22 · Heena Kanwar · The Mainstream_ Front Light Building Company has appointed Urmila Menon as Chief Technology Officer, strengthening its technology leadership as the company continues to build a connected and innovative organisation across its projects. Menon brings more than 30 years of technology leadership experience, with a track record of using technology to support business growth, scale and operational excellence. \[…\] ## [5 arrested in Adilabad over alleged ₹3.5 crore fertiliser franchise scam](https://themainstream.co.in/5-arrested-in-adilabad-over-alleged-%e2%82%b93-5/) _2026-08-22 · Dhvani Rajyagor · The Mainstream_ A cyber fraud investigation in Telangana has led police to an alleged interstate gang accused of using a fake fertiliser franchise website to target victims across India. Jainath police in Adilabad district arrested 5 members of the Bihar based gang on Friday. Adilabad Superintendent of Police Akhil Mahajan said the arrests followed a detailed investigation \[…\] ## [Poco X8 and X8 Power may launch in India with powerful battery](https://themainstream.co.in/poco-x8-and-x8-power-may-launch-in-india/) _2026-08-22 · Dhvani Rajyagor · The Mainstream_ Poco could be preparing to expand its 2026 smartphone lineup in India with the Poco X8 and Poco X8 Power. Tipsters suggest both models may launch by early September and sit below the Poco X8 Pro. Poco has not officially confirmed their launch dates or specifications. The company recently launched the M8x in India at \[…\] ## [Samsung Galaxy S26 FE renders hint at design and feature upgrades](https://themainstream.co.in/samsung-galaxy-s26-fe-renders-hint/) _2026-08-22 · Dhvani Rajyagor · The Mainstream_ Fresh leaked renders are offering a closer look at Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy S26 FE, showing the smartphone from multiple angles and revealing 3 possible colour options. Samsung has not officially confirmed the model’s name, but the handset is expected to be unveiled at the company’s August 27 Galaxy event. The latest renders show a flat \[…\] ## [Samsung targets 110 trillion won in shareholder returns amid AI boom](https://themainstream.co.in/samsung-targets-110-trillion-won/) _2026-08-22 · Dhvani Rajyagor · The Mainstream_ Samsung Electronics expects its shareholder returns for 2026 to reach as much as 110 trillion won ($79.54 billion), including 30 trillion won in cash dividends in the 3rd quarter. The projected 110 trillion won would be more than 5 times Samsung’s previous record of 20.3 trillion won in shareholder returns, set in 2020. Like rival \[…\] ## [Nvidia invests in Cloverleaf to strengthen AI data center infrastructure](https://themainstream.co.in/nvidia-invests-in-cloverleaf/) _2026-08-22 · Dhvani Rajyagor · The Mainstream_ A new infrastructure push is taking shape around the growing demand for AI computing in the US. Nvidia has made a minority investment in privately held Cloverleaf Infrastructure to help develop infrastructure for AI data center projects across the country. The investment will support Cloverleaf in developing data center sites, while Nvidia will contribute to \[…\] ## [Licensed Dispensaries, Pay with Crypto (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/z0tLW3ebLpvx) _2026-08-22 · **Sponsored**_ Search verified licensed dispensaries and pay with Bitcoin, Lightning, or stablecoins. ## [India plans $1.2 billion incentive scheme to boost domestic construction equipment](https://themainstream.co.in/india-plans-1-2-billion-incentive-scheme/) _2026-08-22 · Dhvani Rajyagor · The Mainstream_ India is preparing a major push to strengthen local manufacturing of high-value construction and infrastructure equipment, with the government set to approve a $1.2-billion incentive programme aimed at reducing dependence on imported machinery, particularly from China. The scheme, expected to be finalised soon, could attract $1.8 billion in fresh investment over 7 years. It will \[…\] ## [India’s private credit market shifts toward domestic capital and mid-sized deals](https://themainstream.co.in/indias-private-credit-market-shifts/) _2026-08-22 · Dhvani Rajyagor · The Mainstream_ India’s private credit market is entering a new phase, with domestic funds gaining a stronger position as borrowers increasingly seek alternative financing for refinancing, acquisitions, growth capital and special situations. Around US$3.5 billion was deployed across more than 100 transactions above US$10 million in H1 2026, according to an EY report. Deal value remained broadly \[…\] ## [US Navy Aircraft Flies Through Taiwan Strait Ahead of Trump-Xi Summit](https://www.taiwanplus.com/news/taiwan-news/military/260822006/us-navy-aircraft-flies-through-taiwan-strait-ahead-of-trump-xi-summit) _2026-08-22 · TaiwanPlus_ A US Navy aircraft has flown through the Taiwan Strait. The US 7th fleet confirmed to Reuters that it sent a P-8 surveillance aircraft through the Strait on Friday. It said the move demonstrates the US commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific. It comes as Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected to visit the US next month to meet President Donald Trump.| ## [US Voices Support for Taiwan’s Record US$35B Defense Budget Proposal for 2027](https://www.taiwanplus.com/news/taiwan-news/taiwan-us-relations/260822005/us-voices-support-for-taiwans-record-us35b-defense-budget-proposal-for-2027) _2026-08-22 · TaiwanPlus_ The US State Department has expressed support for Taiwan’s proposed 2027 defense budget, which would allocate a record US$35 billion for defense, or nearly 4% of GDP.| ## [US Supports Taiwan's Record Defense Budget – Aug. 22, 2026](https://www.taiwanplus.com/news/newscasts/whats-up-taiwan/260822004/us-supports-taiwans-record-defense-budget-aug-22-2026) _2026-08-22 · TaiwanPlus_ In today's show: -US Navy Aircraft Flies Through Taiwan Strait -Washington Supports Taiwan’s Record US$35B Defense Budget -Etihad Airways Apologizes for “Taiwan, China” In-Flight Announcement -Late-Night Explosion in Tainan Injures Over a Dozen -Legislature Passes Free Menstrual Product Amendment -World-Class Ukrainian Ballet Makes Taiwan Debut -Female Jiu-Jitsu Fighter Prepares for Asian Games… ## [Taiwan Codifies Free Menstrual Products in Schools](https://www.taiwanplus.com/news/taiwan-news/health/260822003/taiwan-codifies-free-menstrual-products-in-schools) _2026-08-22 · TaiwanPlus_ Taiwan’s legislature has passed an amendment requiring education authorities to help schools provide free menstrual products to students who need them. It’s part of several changes to the School Health Act addressing menstrual education and smoking on campus. While the education ministry already introduced a similar program in 2023, lawmakers said it had not been effective because it was not… ## [Tainan Explosion and Blaze Leave at Least 13 Injured, 11 Houses Damaged](https://www.taiwanplus.com/news/taiwan-news/other/260822002/tainan-explosion-and-blaze-leave-at-least-13-injured-11-houses-damaged) _2026-08-22 · TaiwanPlus_ A midnight explosion followed by a roaring blaze in southern Taiwan has injured at least 13 people and damaged 11 nearby houses. The fire broke out on an empty plot in Tainan, where discarded industrial materials, including machine oil, had been stored. Three firefighters and several local residents were injured in the explosion and taken to hospital. At least 57 households have reported being… ## [Etihad Airways Apologizes Over ‘Taiwan, China’ In-Flight Announcement](https://www.taiwanplus.com/news/taiwan-news/transportation/260822001/etihad-airways-apologizes-over-taiwan-china-in-flight-announcement) _2026-08-22 · TaiwanPlus_ An announcement referring to Taiwan as part of China on an Etihad flight to Taipei has sparked outrage online and drawn a protest from Taiwan’s foreign ministry. Taiwan's civil aviation authorities said Etihad Airways later apologized for the announcement and revised the wording.| ## [Cabinet Proposes 2027 Budget Plans - Aug. 22, 2026](https://www.taiwanplus.com/news/newscasts/heres-what-happened/260821021/cabinet-proposes-2027-budget-plans-aug-22-2026) _2026-08-22 · TaiwanPlus_ In today’s show: -Cabinet Proposes 2027 Budget With Record Defense Spending -Analysis: What Taiwan Defense Budget Signifies -Retired Military Officer Indicted for Sharing Intel With China -Taiwan Says No Plans To Cooperate With Xiamen’s Push for More Links, Cross-Border Bridge -Premier Blocks Legislation Amid Deepening Political Divides -The Computer Science Students Riding Out The AI Wave| ## [Record Defense Budget May Face Hurdles – Aug. 21, 2026](https://www.taiwanplus.com/news/newscasts/whats-up-taiwan/260821022/record-defense-budget-may-face-hurdles-aug-21-2026) _2026-08-21 · TaiwanPlus_ In today's show: - Record Defense Budget Could Face Legislative Hurdles - Chinese Vessel Sails Near Taiwan's Outlying Islands - Japan Executes its First Prisoner Under Sanae - UK PM Andy Burnham's China-Taiwan Record Under Scrutiny - Acclaimed Ukrainian Ballet Troupe Debuts in Taiwan - Taiwan Seeks Deeper International Ties at SEMICON - Taiwan and Lithuania Sign Third Ukraine Aid Package - Major… ## [Ship software peacefully (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/VFaK9LyYxGGa) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Connect your repo and deploy instantly — Railway handles config, scaling, and monitoring. ## [AI Marketing Minds brings together marketers and innovators redefining the future of marketing](https://themainstream.co.in/ai-marketing-minds-brings-together-marketers/) _2026-08-21 · Dhvani Rajyagor · The Mainstream_ With AI now driving campaigns, creativity, and decision-making, marketing has become automated. Today, the world’s most aggressive brands are replacing slow, traditional campaign planning with real-time, data-driven automation to capture market share faster than ever before. With data being the most important component of modern marketing, strategies aren’t based on guesswork anymore. This shift… ## [Taiwan Encourages International Chip Firms To Localize Operations](https://www.taiwanplus.com/news/taiwan-news/technology-and-science/260821020/taiwan-encourages-international-chip-firms-to-localize-operations) _2026-08-21 · TaiwanPlus_ Taiwan is seeking deeper ties with international semiconductor companies as it prepares to host SEMICON Taiwan, its largest semiconductor industry event. SEMI says Taiwan wants major international chip companies to manufacture and conduct research locally, helping strengthen domestic suppliers and connect them with global partners.| ## [Rallis India names Sridhar Radhakrishnan as new CFO](https://themainstream.co.in/rallis-india-sridhar-radhakrishnan-new-cfo/) _2026-08-21 · Dhvani Rajyagor · The Mainstream_ Rallis India has appointed Sridhar Radhakrishnan as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO), with the appointment taking effect from November 4, 2026. The company’s board approved the move at its August 20 meeting following recommendations from the nomination and remuneration committee and the audit committee. Radhakrishnan brings more than 21 years of finance experience across \[…\] ## [Taiwan Warns Away Chinese Research Vessel Near Restricted Waters](https://www.taiwanplus.com/news/taiwan-news/military/260821019/taiwan-warns-away-chinese-research-vessel-near-restricted-waters) _2026-08-21 · TaiwanPlus_ Taiwan's coast guard says it shadowed a Chinese research vessel and warned it away from the country’s restricted waters Thursday night. The Tong Ji was spotted northwest of Huayu in the outlying Penghu Islands, with media reports suggesting it may have been conducting maritime surveillance.| ## [Only 9% of India’s finance aspirants feel ready to compete in AI-driven job market: Study](https://themainstream.co.in/only-9-of-indias-finance-aspirants/) _2026-08-21 · Dhvani Rajyagor · The Mainstream_ Only 9 per cent of India’s finance certification aspirants believe their current skills are enough to compete in an AI-driven job market, compared with 67 per cent of graduates globally, according to the Finance Talent Pulse 2026 study. The study found that the gap in AI readiness was the widest difference between the two groups. \[…\] ## [Record Defense Budget Could Face Legislative Hurdles - Aug. 21, 2026](https://www.taiwanplus.com/news/newscasts/taiwanplus-news/260821018/record-defense-budget-could-face-legislative-hurdles-aug-21-2026) _2026-08-21 · TaiwanPlus_ Taiwan proposes a record US$35 billion defense budget for 2027, but it may face opposition from the legislature. The UK's new Prime Minister Andy Burnham's stance on Taiwan remains unclear after his first month in office, while some of his advisors have faced scrutiny over their ties to China. And representatives from some of Taiwan's major cities form a cross-party association to boost municipal… ## [Trump Cuts South Korea Drills | Japan Deepens India, Australia Defense Ties](https://www.taiwanplus.com/news/taiwan-talks/international-analysis/260821015/trump-cuts-south-korea-drills-japan-deepens-india-australia-defense-ties) _2026-08-21 · TaiwanPlus_ The US military has scaled back its annual Ulchi Freedom Shield (UFS) exercises with South Korea, following US President Donald Trump's praise on social media of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's supposed "restraint.” Meanwhile, Japanese Defense Minister Koizumi Shinjiro recently visited fellow Quad members India and Australia in an attempt to expand Japan's security network in the region. The… ## [Japan Carries Out First Execution Under Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae](https://www.taiwanplus.com/news/world-news/asia-pacific/260821017/japan-carries-out-first-execution-under-prime-minister-takaichi-sanae) _2026-08-21 · TaiwanPlus_ Japan has executed a man convicted of killing five people in a 2009 arson attack at a pachinko parlor in Osaka. The justice ministry said Takami Sunao was hanged Friday, marking the first execution since Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae took office.| ## [Broadcom weighs $60 billion-plus debt raise to fund AI chip expansion](https://themainstream.co.in/broadcom-weighs-60-billion-plus-debt/) _2026-08-21 · Dhvani Rajyagor · The Mainstream_ Broadcom is reportedly in talks with a group of lenders to raise more than $60 billion in debt for an AI chip financing deal that could support Anthropic and other companies. The proposed financing could include about $30 billion in junior debt. Broadcom would also guarantee part of a senior-secured tranche estimated at $60 billion \[…\] ## [Taiwan Rewards Repeat Tourists With up to US$255](https://www.taiwanplus.com/news//260821016/taiwan-rewards-repeat-tourists-with-up-to-us255) _2026-08-21 · TaiwanPlus_ Taiwan is rolling out incentives for foreign visitors who have visited the country at least once since 2023 to come back again. Returning travelers can register to win US$160 in travel credits or additional US$95 if they bring other people along. Winners will be selected through weekly lotteries until the end of next March. Groups of four or more in which at least 10% are repeat visitors can get… ## [Nvidia rejects claims of China-specific AI chip launch by year-end](https://themainstream.co.in/nvidia-rejects-claim-of-china-specific-ai-chip/) _2026-08-21 · Dhvani Rajyagor · The Mainstream_ Nvidia has pushed back against reports that it is preparing a new AI processor specifically for the Chinese market, saying no such product is currently part of its roadmap. “The reporting in The Information on Nvidia’s LPU is incorrect. We have no LPU sales in the China market today, and no China-specific LPU product in \[…\] ## [Cybersecurity Trends in India 2026: Key Risks Businesses Need to Know](https://themainstream.co.in/cybersecurity-trends-in-india-2026-business-risks/) _2026-08-21 · Minaj Shaikh · The Mainstream_ Cybersecurity trends in India are becoming more complex as businesses adopt AI, cloud platforms, digital applications and connected systems. In 2026, major risks include AI-powered attacks, identity threats, ransomware, vulnerability exploitation, supply-chain attacks, cloud risks and data breaches. Key facts AI is increasing both offensive and defensive cybersecurity capabilities. Identity and… ## [First Citizens India appoints Swanand Deshpande as Managing Director and Head of Risk Management](https://themainstream.co.in/first-citizens-appoints-swanand-deshpande/) _2026-08-21 · Heena Kanwar · The Mainstream_ First Citizens India has appointed Swanand Deshpande, CIA, CRMA, CCSA, as Managing Director and Head of Risk Management, strengthening its leadership in risk management, operational resilience, risk governance and business risk and control management. Deshpande joins First Citizens India with extensive experience across financial services and risk management. Before this appointment, he spent… ## [From Digital Transformation to AI Transformation: The Next Phase of Enterprise Technology](https://themainstream.co.in/digital-transformation-to-ai-transformation-enterprise/) _2026-08-21 · Minaj Shaikh · The Mainstream_ Digital transformation is focused on moving businesses toward cloud computing, connected systems, automation and digital customer experiences. AI transformation is the next phase, where artificial intelligence becomes embedded into business processes, decision-making, software and everyday operations. Key facts Digital transformation created the technology foundation for large-scale AI adoption.… ## [Google rolls out AI learning tools, free AI Plus access for eligible Indian college students; JEE, NEET aspirants to benefit](https://themainstream.co.in/google-rolls-out-ai-learning-tools-free-ai/) _2026-08-21 · Heena Kanwar · The Mainstream_ New Delhi \[India\], August 21 (ANI): Google has announced a series of new AI-powered education tools and student offers for the 2026 academic year, including a 12-month free Google AI Plus plan for eligible college students outside the US, a move that could benefit students in India, including those preparing for competitive examinations such as \[…\] ## [Cloud Computing Trends Driving Enterprise Digital Transformation](https://themainstream.co.in/cloud-computing-trends-driving-enterprise-digital-transformation/) _2026-08-21 · Minaj Shaikh · The Mainstream_ Cloud computing is becoming more strategic as enterprises modernise applications, adopt AI, manage data and build flexible digital infrastructure. In 2026, major trends include hybrid and multi-cloud, AI-ready cloud infrastructure, cloud-native applications, edge computing, cloud security, FinOps and automation. Key Facts AI is increasing demand for scalable cloud infrastructure. Hybrid and… ## [Taiwan Proposes Record Annual Defense Budget With Legislative Challenges Ahead](https://www.taiwanplus.com/news/taiwan-news/military/260821014/taiwan-proposes-record-annual-defense-budget-with-legislative-challenges-ahead) _2026-08-21 · TaiwanPlus_ ​Taiwan has proposed a record US$35 billion defense budget for 2027, accounting for over 3% of GDP. But it might face challenges in the opposition-controlled legislature. | ## [Taiwan's Major Cities Propose Local Gov't Association](https://www.taiwanplus.com/news/taiwan-news/politics/260821013/taiwans-major-cities-propose-local-govt-association) _2026-08-21 · TaiwanPlus_ The governments of Taipei, New Taipei, Taichung and Taoyuan gathered with the leaders of the Taiwan Foundation for Democracy to announce a new initiative for a local government association. They hope it can support cities to help each other, and also connect Taiwan's local governments with cities in other countries, as a form of diplomacy. Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an said that the alliance could… ## [Grand Kyiv Ballet Makes Taiwan Debut in Shadow of War at Home](https://www.taiwanplus.com/news/taiwan-news/arts-and-entertainment/260821012/grand-kyiv-ballet-makes-taiwan-debut-in-shadow-of-war-at-home) _2026-08-21 · TaiwanPlus_ The internationally acclaimed Grand Kyiv Ballet from Ukraine is making its debut in Taiwan, staging "Swan Lake" at the Taipei Performing Arts Center over the weekend. As war continues back home, the touring company opens up about rehearsing abroad, coping with constant news of airstrikes and using the power of ballet to convey Ukraine’s strength and resilience to audiences around the world. | ## [Taiwan Proposes Record Defense Budget – Aug. 21, 2026](https://www.taiwanplus.com/news/newscasts/whats-up-taiwan/260821011/taiwan-proposes-record-defense-budget-aug-21-2026) _2026-08-21 · TaiwanPlus_ In today's show: - Taiwan Proposes a Record $35 Billion US Dollar Defense Budget - Taiwan and Lithuania Sign Third Ukraine Aid Package - UK PM Andy Burnham's China-Taiwan Record Under Scrutiny - Hong Kong Activists Convicted Under National Security Law - Nvidia Denies China Chip Plans - Why So Many Taiwanese Are Staying Single - Acclaimed Ukrainian Ballet Troupe Debuts in Taiwan|