Iran war puts Bangladesh’s nascent industrial dreams at riskBangladesh's economic growth is threatened by an energy shortage, leaving new industrial facilities idle. The country faces painful impacts...
12 Jun, 2026, 11.40 AM IST
Indian households continue to pay among the lowest cooking gas prices in the world: Petroleum MinistryThe Indian household continues to buy cooking gas much cheaper than the household in any neighbouring country, and far below the price paid...
07 Jun, 2026, 10.36 AM IST
Cockroach Janta Party: How an insect jibe united India’s disgruntled jobless youthA mock political party, the Cockroach Janta Party, is gaining massive followers on social media. It represents young Indians' frustration w...
26 May, 2026, 07.57 PM IST
Four myths about the falling rupee and what India must actually doIndia's rupee is facing pressure from global events. The nation needs a plan to tackle weaknesses that amplify these impacts. Energy indepe...
25 May, 2026, 11.05 PM IST
AIIB announces USD 10 bn fund facility to support countries hit by West Asia conflictSupplementing AIIB's regular financing instruments, the facility offers a time-bound financing envelope of up to USD 10 billion over two ye...
23 May, 2026, 01.03 AM IST
Iran war crisis: With long-term vision, India could turn turmoil into triumphIndia confronts an economic crisis driven by global events. Import duties on gold and silver are an initial step. Policymakers warn of crun...
14 May, 2026, 11.31 PM IST
India’s fuel resilience amid global oil turmoilThe article describes India’s economy as “resilient” amid the West Asia crisis, highlighting the country’s ability to maintain stable fuel ...
09 May, 2026, 01.25 PM IST
Global Markets | Resilience Tested: Asian economies balance buffers against rising oil shockAsian economies are scrambling to manage an energy shock caused by the Iran war, with soaring oil prices and supply disruptions hitting the...
05 May, 2026, 10.01 AM IST
India needs to reduce the strategic importance of fertilisers through a bold agricultural policyGlobal events like the West Asia conflict and El Nino threaten governments. Rising fertilizer prices create a fiscal and political crisis f...
27 Apr, 2026, 11.46 PM IST
Bangladesh seeks $2 billion from development partners to meet energy demandBangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman sought a USD 2 billion fund from development partners to meet the country's immediate energy needs...
16 Apr, 2026, 12.12 PM IST
Bangladesh, course-correcting its economyBangladesh anticipates a February 12 election, boosting investor sentiment. Despite strong headline growth, structural issues persist. Fore...
18 Dec, 2025, 02.32 PM IST
Bangladesh may need Indian help to manage economyBangladesh's reliance on India extends beyond electricity to encompass various infrastructure projects financed by Indian credit lines wort...
12 Nov, 2024, 06.57 AM IST
The rise and fall of Bangladesh’s economy, and the lessons in itOnce viewed as a basket case, Bangladesh has created a world-class ready-made garments (RMG) industry that now exports more than India. But...
13 Aug, 2024, 06.09 PM IST
Garment sector facing uncertainty due to Bangladesh crisis, normalcy may return soon: FMUncertainty looms over the Indian garment sector due to a political crisis in Bangladesh. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman voiced hopes ...
10 Aug, 2024, 03.31 PM IST
Former Indian envoy to Bangladesh Harsh Shringla says there is a possibility of foreign hand behind stirHarsh Shringla, former Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh, noted potential foreign interference in the protests against Sheikh Hasina. ...
05 Aug, 2024, 05.51 PM IST
Radicals, ISI, NGOs politicise Bangladesh student protestsChattra Shibir, supported by Pakistan's ISI, incites violence in Bangladesh student protests to destabilize Sheikh Hasina's government and ...
21 Jul, 2024, 07.50 AM IST
Russia pursues active eco outreach with South Asia to meet key local demandsFacing unprecedented sanctions, Russia is also actively looking towards East (not just China) to mitigate the effects of sanctions by diver...
17 Sep, 2022, 04.27 PM IST