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India On Track To Become $5 Trillion Economy By 2027: Piyush Goyal
India is on the track to become a $5 trillion economy in the next three years, says Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal. Speaking at (MCCI) event, he added on India's economic strength and inclusive and sustainable growth.
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Uber's Middle East Unit Careem To Suspend Decade-Old Service In Pakistan
Careem, Uber's ride-hailing arm in the Middle East, will suspend its Pakistan service on July 18, citing economic challenges, rising competition, and capital constraints, ending its core business in a country where it helped pioneer app-based transpo
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India A "Bright Spot" Amid Global Uncertainty: Chief Economic Advisor
India remains a rare "bright spot" in a world facing growing uncertainty, said Chief Economic Advisor (CEA) V Anantha Nageswaran, pointing to the country's steady economic performance despite ongoing global challenges.
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Indian Economy Remains Resilient Amid Trade Tensions, Policy Uncertainty: RBI Report
Global growth continues to face several challenges due to ongoing trade tensions, policy uncertainty, and weak consumer sentiment, says a recent report by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).
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Mark Carney: Banker-Turned-Politician Who Led Embattled Liberals To Victory
The Liberal Party, led by Prime Minister Mark Carney, secured control of Canada's parliament by winning the federal election 2025 on Tuesday.
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"Economically Reckless": 12 US States Sue Trump Over Tariffs
A coalition of 12 American states filed a lawsuit Wednesday to challenge the Trump administration's tariffs, saying the president cannot institute the levies without the approval of Congress.
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PS5 Price Increased in the UK, Europe and Other Markets, Sony Cites 'Challenging Economic Environment'
Sony is increasing the price of the PlayStation 5 in select markets in Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA), Australia, and New Zealand, the company announced Sunday. The PlayStation parent cited “challenging economic environment” as the reason for the price hike of its console.
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Lung Cancer Care In India: The Economic Burden Of Lung Cancer Treatment
The financial burden of lung cancer care is a significant challenge for many families and can drive a large proportion of affected households into poverty.
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Increasing Space Debris Risks Aircraft Collisions, Experts Warn
Uncontrolled space debris entering Earth's atmosphere is becoming a growing concern, with rising risks to aircraft safety. A study from the University of British Columbia reveals a 26% chance of debris collisions in high-traffic regions like the Northeastern US and Northern Europe. Recent incidents, such as falling debris from SpaceX’s Starship 7...
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UK to Dispose of 140 Tonnes of Radioactive Plutonium at Sellafield for Long-Term Safety
The UK government has announced its decision to dispose of 140 tonnes of plutonium stored at the Sellafield site in Cumbria. The material, accumulated over decades as a by-product of nuclear fuel reprocessing, will now be immobilised into a stable, ceramic-like form and prepared for long-term geological disposal. The move is aimed at addressing saf...
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Explained: Impact Of Budget 2025 On India's Inflation Rate
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharamans February 1 Budget is expected to address key economic challenges, particularly inflation, a persistent concern for policymakers.
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Budget 2025: Longest And Shortest Union Budget Speeches In History
The Union Budget is a reflection of the country's economic goals and priorities for the forthcoming fiscal year. Over time, Budget speeches have evolved to address the changing needs and challenges of the nation. All
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Rising Droughts Threaten Agriculture, Energy, and Ecosystems Worldwide
Extreme droughts have become more frequent and severe in recent decades, severely impacting agriculture, energy production, and ecosystems worldwide. Prolonged dry spells have expanded by 50,000 square kilometres each year since 1979, as temperatures rise and precipitation patterns shift. This has led to significant economic losses, particularly in...
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How China Is Trying To Jump-Start A Wavering Economy, Encourage Spending
As China's economy struggles, officials in Beijing have the arduous task of formulating a policy response that can ensure sustainable growth in what promises to be a challenging year ahead.
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New Research Challenges Old Assumptions About Gender And Earnings In Marriage
By examining long-term earnings trajectories, the study reveals that gender-egalitarian earnings patterns are more common than previously thought, though they vary according to couples' socio-economic status.
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India On Track To Become $5 Trillion Economy By 2027: Piyush Goyal
India is on the track to become a $5 trillion economy in the next three years, says Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal. Speaking at (MCCI) event, he added on India's economic strength and inclusive and sustainable growth.
-
Uber's Middle East Unit Careem To Suspend Decade-Old Service In Pakistan
Careem, Uber's ride-hailing arm in the Middle East, will suspend its Pakistan service on July 18, citing economic challenges, rising competition, and capital constraints, ending its core business in a country where it helped pioneer app-based transpo
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India A "Bright Spot" Amid Global Uncertainty: Chief Economic Advisor
India remains a rare "bright spot" in a world facing growing uncertainty, said Chief Economic Advisor (CEA) V Anantha Nageswaran, pointing to the country's steady economic performance despite ongoing global challenges.
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Indian Economy Remains Resilient Amid Trade Tensions, Policy Uncertainty: RBI Report
Global growth continues to face several challenges due to ongoing trade tensions, policy uncertainty, and weak consumer sentiment, says a recent report by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).
-
Mark Carney: Banker-Turned-Politician Who Led Embattled Liberals To Victory
The Liberal Party, led by Prime Minister Mark Carney, secured control of Canada's parliament by winning the federal election 2025 on Tuesday.
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"Economically Reckless": 12 US States Sue Trump Over Tariffs
A coalition of 12 American states filed a lawsuit Wednesday to challenge the Trump administration's tariffs, saying the president cannot institute the levies without the approval of Congress.
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PS5 Price Increased in the UK, Europe and Other Markets, Sony Cites 'Challenging Economic Environment'
Sony is increasing the price of the PlayStation 5 in select markets in Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA), Australia, and New Zealand, the company announced Sunday. The PlayStation parent cited “challenging economic environment” as the reason for the price hike of its console.
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Lung Cancer Care In India: The Economic Burden Of Lung Cancer Treatment
The financial burden of lung cancer care is a significant challenge for many families and can drive a large proportion of affected households into poverty.
-
Increasing Space Debris Risks Aircraft Collisions, Experts Warn
Uncontrolled space debris entering Earth's atmosphere is becoming a growing concern, with rising risks to aircraft safety. A study from the University of British Columbia reveals a 26% chance of debris collisions in high-traffic regions like the Northeastern US and Northern Europe. Recent incidents, such as falling debris from SpaceX’s Starship 7...
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UK to Dispose of 140 Tonnes of Radioactive Plutonium at Sellafield for Long-Term Safety
The UK government has announced its decision to dispose of 140 tonnes of plutonium stored at the Sellafield site in Cumbria. The material, accumulated over decades as a by-product of nuclear fuel reprocessing, will now be immobilised into a stable, ceramic-like form and prepared for long-term geological disposal. The move is aimed at addressing saf...
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Explained: Impact Of Budget 2025 On India's Inflation Rate
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharamans February 1 Budget is expected to address key economic challenges, particularly inflation, a persistent concern for policymakers.
-
Budget 2025: Longest And Shortest Union Budget Speeches In History
The Union Budget is a reflection of the country's economic goals and priorities for the forthcoming fiscal year. Over time, Budget speeches have evolved to address the changing needs and challenges of the nation. All
-
Rising Droughts Threaten Agriculture, Energy, and Ecosystems Worldwide
Extreme droughts have become more frequent and severe in recent decades, severely impacting agriculture, energy production, and ecosystems worldwide. Prolonged dry spells have expanded by 50,000 square kilometres each year since 1979, as temperatures rise and precipitation patterns shift. This has led to significant economic losses, particularly in...
-
How China Is Trying To Jump-Start A Wavering Economy, Encourage Spending
As China's economy struggles, officials in Beijing have the arduous task of formulating a policy response that can ensure sustainable growth in what promises to be a challenging year ahead.
-
New Research Challenges Old Assumptions About Gender And Earnings In Marriage
By examining long-term earnings trajectories, the study reveals that gender-egalitarian earnings patterns are more common than previously thought, though they vary according to couples' socio-economic status.
