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Who is Michael Kremer, the Nobel laureate set to become World Bank’s next chief economist?Nobel laureate Michael Kremer will become the World Bank's next chief economist. He is recognized for his experimental approach to alleviat...
World Bank names Nobel laureate Michael Kremer as next chief economistMichael Kremer, the distinguished Nobel laureate, is set to assume the role of chief economist at the World Bank. With a robust background ...
Global Market: Hong Kong unveils first five-year plan, targets bigger push into technologyHong Kong has unveiled its first Five-Year Plan through 2030, targeting higher innovation spending and greater investment in AI, robotics, ...
ET Under 40 2026: As AI races ahead, leaders urged to put purpose above successSivakumar Sundaram highlighted the importance of collective purpose at The Economic Times awards, urging awardees to utilize recognition as...
Shaping dreams into destiny: Ajay Piramal shares six career lessons for young leadersPiramal Group chairman Ajay Piramal advised young leaders at an awards ceremony. He emphasized embracing adversity and making independent d...
India's middle-income trap has a problem money may fixEconomist Thomas Piketty says India can escape the middle-income trap through massive investment in education, healthcare and infrastructur...
India’s richer households are fuelling a market-investing boomIndia's economy will grow due to domestic consumption and infrastructure spending. Rising incomes will support a higher growth trajectory b...
Bigger than internet, oil, gold, diamonds: Trump says AI, data centres will be ‘greatest economic development engine’Donald Trump believes artificial intelligence and data centers will drive unprecedented economic growth. He opposes regulations which he fe...
China is now ready to address trade concerns with IndiaChina expressed readiness to address India's trade concerns collaboratively. A recent meeting between ministers discussed bilateral economi...
Xi's plan, with more BRICS characteristicsXi Jinping's five-point plan offers greater BRICS cooperation and a potential shift in focus. This initiative places technology and industr...
Reliance Industries arm Model Economic Township Ltd appoints Manish Jaiswal as CEOReliance Industries' Model Economic Township Ltd has appointed Manish Jaiswal as Chief Executive Officer. He will lead the business and gro...
India, China agree to 'properly address' economic and trade concerns in a balanced mannerCommerce Minister Piyush Goyal met Chinese counterpart Wang Wentao to implement key agreements. Leaders agreed to expand economic cooperati...
Iranian President Pezeshkian says unilateral sanctions directly impacting global food security, people's welfareIranian President Masoud Pezeshkian urged BRICS nations to expand trade using national currencies. He advocated for an inclusive global eco...
BRICS adopts New Delhi Declaration: Inside the 140-point document on Global South's ambitionsBRICS leaders adopted the New Delhi Declaration at the 18th summit, reaffirming their commitment to cooperation, multilateralism and a more...
Modi asks BRICS to remove top 10 trade barriers, pitches India as ‘economic bridge’ amid global uncertaintyPrime Minister Narendra Modi urged BRICS members to identify and remove their top 10 trade barriers, saying India was building “economic br...
Oman hails India's BRICS consensus-building, says it is 'nothing new' for New DelhiOman praised India for successfully steering the BRICS grouping towards a joint declaration. New Delhi demonstrated its ability to bring mu...
- NHC Foods plans to set up a manufacturing unit in Liberia
NHC Foods is establishing a new production facility in Liberia, West Africa. This facility will manufacture and process fruit juices and al...
India a vital strategic partner, says Egypt president; calls for stronger trade via Suez CanalEgypt's President congratulates India on its BRICS presidency and highlights mutual cooperation. The nation's strategic location offers sig...
Suvendu Adhikari eyes Ambani meeting, BRICS dinner as West Bengal steps up investment pushWest Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari will attend a BRICS Summit dinner and meet Mukesh Ambani. He will also inaugurate the Adani Gro...
BJP calls Cong leaders 'naraz fufas', attacks party over BRICS criticismThe BJP criticized the Congress for questioning the BRICS Summit's advantages. BJP leaders labeled Congress members as "naraz fufas" and "d...