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
South Asia can generate millions of jobs through agriculture sector: World Bank GroupWith agriculture sector employing around 43 per cent of the South Asian workforce, the region has strong potential to emerge as a global le...
11 Jun, 2026, 11.37 AM IST
Asian stocks fall, oil gains as US strikes IranUS forces launched fresh strikes on Iran, escalating geopolitical risks and sending oil prices up over 2%. This development, coupled with a...
11 Jun, 2026, 06.15 AM IST
Asian stocks decline, oil prices gain as US hits IranAsian markets saw a decline as technology shares faced renewed selling pressure. Tensions in the Middle East intensified following US strik...
10 Jun, 2026, 06.37 AM IST
India set to hike biogas prices, subsidies under new programIndia is launching a new program to significantly increase compressed biogas production. Higher guaranteed purchase prices and subsidies wi...
05 Jun, 2026, 09.56 AM IST
Bangladesh raises fuel prices again as global costs biteBangladesh has increased petrol and kerosene prices for the second time in six weeks. This move is expected to fuel inflation in the nation...
01 Jun, 2026, 09.24 AM IST
'Seriously concerned': Quad joint statement flags water cannons, blocked ships in South and East China SeasIndia, US, Japan, and Australia foreign ministers met in New Delhi. They voiced serious concerns over the South China and East China Seas. ...
26 May, 2026, 07.37 PM IST
The green strategic partnership: India and Norway chart a sustainable futurePrime Minister Narendra Modi’s May 2026 visit to Norway — the first by an Indian Prime Minister in over 40 years — upgraded bilateral ties ...
24 May, 2026, 11.28 AM IST
Fishermen are being pushed to the brink by fuel costs in Southeast AsiaRising energy, freight, and supply chain expenses are escalating seafood prices globally. Governments offer aid, but it's stretched thin, i...
22 May, 2026, 11.11 AM IST
PepsiCo to invest Rs 5,700 crore in India by 2030PepsiCo plans a significant Rs 5,700 crore investment in India by 2030. This expansion will boost manufacturing capacity through new and ex...
20 May, 2026, 12.16 AM IST
West Asia war, Hormuz, Gaza dominate BRICS foreign ministers' meetBRICS foreign ministers met in New Delhi to discuss the West Asia conflict. They emphasized dialogue and diplomacy to end the war. Ensuring...
15 May, 2026, 05.43 PM IST
Asian Boxing U15, U17 Championships 2026: India tops U-15 girls medal standings with 7 Gold, finishes with 9 gold overallThe U-15 girls spearheaded the campaign with a stellar 7 gold, 2 silver and 5 bronze medals, while the U-15 boys contributed 2 gold, 4 silv...
15 May, 2026, 11.37 AM IST
North Korea vs South Korea: Rare women's football match sells out in 12 hoursTickets in South Korea for a football match against a visiting North Korean team sold out within half a day, Seoul'on Friday. Seoul's unifi...
15 May, 2026, 11.20 AM IST
Global Market Today: Asian stocks track Wall Street lower on US CPIAsian stocks declined as US inflation accelerated, influenced by rising oil prices following the conflict in Iran. This prompted an increas...
13 May, 2026, 06.37 AM IST
Time to gig in: This history podcast turns Britain’s favourite dishes into stories of migration and identityHistory's Greatest Dishes podcast offers a delightful look at food's past. An episode delves into the Balti dish. It explains how Birmingha...
12 May, 2026, 11.15 PM IST
Dollar steady as Middle East peace hopes recedeMiddle East conflict fears are keeping the U.S. dollar steady as oil prices climb. Investors worry about renewed hostilities and their impa...
12 May, 2026, 07.22 AM IST
Alarmed ASEAN leaders discuss crisis plan to mitigate backlash from Middle East warASEAN leaders convened in Cebu, Philippines, to tackle the Iran war's economic fallout. They are developing contingency plans for stable fu...
08 May, 2026, 10.38 AM IST