Turkmenistan’s long-anticipated crypto mining law has officially taken effect, marking a major shift in the tightly controlled nation’s economic policy after gaining parliamentary approval in November ...
Thailand’s Finance Ministry and Central Bank set inflation target at 1–3 percent
PATTAYA, Thailand – Thailand’s Finance Ministry and the Bank of Thailand have reaffirmed their commitment to a medium-term monetary policy framework targeting headline inflation within a range of 1–3 ...
2025 Was a Big Year for Pakistan’s Banking and Financial Sectors
The banking and financial sector witnessed a remarkable sequence of developments during the outgoing calendar year, ranging from local mergers and ...
Iran Protests Turn Deadly as Violence and Anger Spread
Financial pressures have fueled a fifth day of demonstrations around Iran, with at least one person killed in the protests so far, according to the authorities.
Vietnam introduces tougher penalties on ecigarette and heated tobacco use
HANOI: Vietnam’s government has tightened restrictions on electronic cigarettes (ecigarettes) and heated tobacco products, introducing fines of up to 10 million dong (S$488) for individuals that allow ...
Modi taps India’s consumer power in trade fight with Trump
The efforts of India’s prime minister to juice consumer spending and bolster the economy are showing signs of success.
Handshake in Dhaka: Can India and Pakistan revive ties in 2026?
An unexpected handshake in Dhaka has prompted debate on whether India and Pakistan might restart talks in 2026.
India central bank likely active near 90 to dollar via state-run banks, traders say
The India rupee found support near the 90-per-dollar mark on Friday, with traders citing dollar sales by state-run banks, likely on behalf of the central bank.
India grants Vodafone Idea moratorium on telecom dues
India has granted a five-year moratorium on adjusted gross revenue (AGR) dues owed by Vodafone Idea, a govt source told Reuters on Wednesday. The relief comes months after India's top court said the ...
India Sees Strong Growth, Vows Buffers Against Global Volatility
India is set to sustain high economic growth and authorities will take measures to shield it from potential shocks due to volatility in the global economy, the central bank said.