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India's exports rise across geographies; Africa, ASEAN lead growth in Apr-Aug- During World War I, zinc mining helped Rush, Arkansas, grow to 2,000 to 3,000 residents; by 1920, its population had fallen to 344, and mining ruins remain along the Buffalo River
- Vedanta doubles South Africa zinc capacity to 500,000 tonnes with $600 million investment
- In the 1890s, a new gold process helped turn Mercur, Utah, into a boomtown of over 2,500; by 1913, the mine had closed, and the original townsite was abandoned, though mining later resumedIn the late 19th century, Mercur, Utah, became an influential mining hub fueled by new gold extraction methods, notably cyanide processing ...18 Oct, 2026, 01.10 PM IST
- In the 1930s, mining kept Gold Point, Nevada, at about 200 residents; by 1950, only 23 remained; and by 2011, just 7 people still lived there full time, year-roundGold Point, once a thriving mining community in Nevada, experienced significant population decline after mining operations ceased. The town...18 Oct, 2026, 01.00 PM IST
- In 1897, gold discoveries helped establish Ballarat near Death Valley, and its population reached 400 by 1898; today, adobe ruins remain after the mining boom fadedBallarat, founded in 1897 in the notorious Death Valley of California, flourished as a mining hub following the gold rush in the nearby Pan...17 Oct, 2026, 02.20 PM IST
- Why India's steel demand is defying global weaknessIndia’s steel prices are rising despite weak global markets, supported by infrastructure spending, manufacturing growth and higher input co...17 Oct, 2026, 11.08 AM IST
- India needs 2.6 billion sq ft of healthcare space by 2035, says CBREIndia requires an expansion of its healthcare infrastructure with an additional 2.6 billion sq ft by 2035. This need arises due to an expec...16 Oct, 2026, 05.23 PM IST
- World Bank has a $19 billion gameplan to expand its critical minerals business in five yearsWorld Bank President Ajay Banga has set a target to quintuple the lender’s critical minerals business over five years, with financing proje...16 Oct, 2026, 01.24 PM IST
- Bessent urges World Bank to end restrictions on upstream oil, gas financingUS Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent urged the World Bank to ease restrictions on oil and gas financing, support deep-sea mining, and reform...15 Oct, 2026, 01.04 PM IST
- Shreyas Iyer moves up three places to career-high 4th in ICC T20 International rankingsShreyas Iyer achieved a career-high fourth position in the ICC T20I rankings after scoring his maiden century. India now boasts four player...14 Oct, 2026, 03.16 PM IST
- From sewer to space: Genrobotics bags ISRO robotics development contractThe company has secured the project from the U R Rao Satellite Centre (URSC), a key centre of the ISRO, marking a significant step in its j...14 Oct, 2026, 02.49 PM IST
- NTPC in talks with Japan, South Korea, Germany for green fuel exportsNTPC is currently engaged in discussions with potential buyers from Japan, South Korea, and Germany. The company aims to establish a green ...13 Oct, 2026, 12.44 PM IST
- In a world no one forecast, own a business that outlives presidential social posts: 6 large-cap stocks with upside potential of up to 29%For quite some time now, it has become increasingly hard to make sense of what is happening in the world. The old understanding of what is ...11 Oct, 2026, 05.58 AM IST
- In 2019, a South African town opened Africa's first plastic road, the 300-metre stretch contains 700 kg of recycled plasticThe road was constructed using a special process in which waste plastic was converted into pellets before being added to the asphalt mixtur...09 Oct, 2026, 10.47 PM IST
- Nobel Peace Prize 2026: Who is Indian origin South African jurist Navanethem "Navi" Pillay?Navanethem Navi Pillay has been awarded the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize for her human rights advocacy. Her career includes landmark cases and ro...09 Oct, 2026, 05.46 PM IST
- Nobel Peace Prize 2026: Who is Navanethem Navi Pillay? Know all about Indian-origin South African jurist who wins coveted award on FridayNobel Peace Prize 2026 winner Navanethem Navi Pillay has served as a judge on South Africa’s High Court, the International Criminal Tribuna...09 Oct, 2026, 03.51 PM IST
- India, Cote d'Ivoire discuss defence, anti-terrorism, trade and development cooperationIndia and Côte d’Ivoire discussed strengthening cooperation in defence and anti-terrorism, including training, capacity building and instit...08 Oct, 2026, 02.21 PM IST
- HCLTech expands South Africa operations with new regional headquarters in JohannesburgHCLTech is expanding its footprint in South Africa with a state-of-the-art regional headquarters in Johannesburg. This new facility boasts ...07 Oct, 2026, 05.43 PM IST
- Solar Industries’ Omnia acquisition to reshape growth, debt outlookSolar Industries is performing well in the market despite broader weaknesses, primarily due to strong earnings. The planned acquisition of ...01 Oct, 2026, 07.48 AM IST
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