The World Bank Board of Executive Directors on Wednesday approved $450 million in financing to help Bangladesh strengthen the ...
Queen Maxima lauds India’s financial inclusion, digital progress
Queen Maxima of the Netherlands is on a 3-day visit to India in her UN capacity. She praised India's digital public infrastructure and progress in financial inclusion, stating the next challenge is ...
Can Pakistan’s peacekeeping role in Iran war give it an economic dividend? Published on: June 24, 2026 8:54 AM
Pakistan, June 24 -- Pakistan's role in brokering a peace deal in the Iran war has led to widespread diplomatic acclaim that could bring Islamabad some economic benefits, but analysts question whether ...
Indonesia Plans to Boost Nickel Output, Fueling Market Selloff
Indonesia is poised to allow a significant rise in nickel-mine production later this year, providing relief for local smelters while weighing on global prices of the battery metal.
Trump rejected own data on India tariffs, argued with aide, claims book
The argument came before the US first imposed a 25% tariff on India as part of its "Liberation Day" trade in April 2025.
US ally the Philippines claims ‘big win’ over China
U.S. ally the Philippines has claimed a diplomatic victory after China removed a floating structure from a disputed atoll.
Premier says China’s tech advancements an ‘opportunity’ for the world, not a threat
China’s premier defends the country's technological advancements as an opportunity to the world, not a threat.
Taiwan says warning time for any China attack is shortening
By Ben Blanchard TAIPEI, June 24 (Reuters) - Taiwan's military needs to test if it can respond immediately to a war breaking out, as the warning time for any Chinese attack is shortening, Defence ...
China detains two Japanese nationals suspected of smuggling banned goods
China has detained two Japanese nationals suspected of smuggling banned items, Tokyo said on Wednesday after media reported an employee of a major Japanese electronics firm was among those arrested in ...
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi fever grips Ireland ahead of possible India debut; ex-India cricketer Narasimha Rao calls it a ‘historic moment’
Teen batting prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's potential international debut against Ireland is igniting massive fan interest across Europe, with ticket demand soaring. Former cricketer MV Narasimha Rao ...