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IMF’s orthodoxy set to consign Pakistan to a low-growth trap: Report

IANS | January 4, 2026 7:48 PM

New Delhi, Jan 4 (IANS) The IMF’s orthodoxy is set to consign Pakistan to a low-growth trap for years and without a fundamental rethink of the current strategy, and a change in the sham nature of the fiscal austerity being imposed, the economy will continue to be impaired for the long term, while ordinary Pakistanis will continue to suffer needlessly, a new report has warned.

How PM Modi’s PRAGATI drive is speeding up work on big infra projects

IANS | January 4, 2026 7:37 PM

New Delhi, Jan 4 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s personal intervention to resolve issues stalling the progress of big ticket infrastructure projects in the country has played a key role in speeding up economic development in the country.

Ayush exports jump 6.11 pc to $689 million in 2024-25: Govt

IANS | January 4, 2026 7:37 PM

New Delhi, Jan 4 (IANS) Exports of Ayush and herbal products have registered a growth of 6.11 per cent, increasing from $649.2 million in 2023–24 to $688.89 million in 2024–25, the government said on Sunday.

Govt announces relaxation for deeptech startups to avail DSIR recognition

IANS | January 4, 2026 7:29 PM

New Delhi, Jan 4 (IANS) The government on Sunday announced a major relaxation of the mandatory three-year existence condition for deep-tech startups to avail recognition under the DSIR’s Industrial Research and Development Promotion Programme.

Capex recovery likely to drive earnings growth in defence, capital goods: Report

IANS | January 4, 2026 7:10 PM

New Delhi, Jan 4 (IANS) India’s capital expenditure cycle is showing early but clear signs of a comeback, and market experts believe several sectors linked to investment spending could see strong growth over the next two to three years.

China aims to extend geopolitical clout to Thailand via BRI route

IANS | January 4, 2026 6:33 PM

New Delhi, Jan 4 (IANS) China is now reported to be eyeing northern Thailand, especially along the Thai–Myanmar border, with its Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) playbook to build strategic influence in the region.

Centre seeks proposals under Rs 500 crore scheme to cut medical device imports

IANS | January 4, 2026 6:09 PM

New Delhi, Jan 4 (IANS) The Centre has invited proposals under two marginal investment sub-schemes to reduce India’s heavy dependence on imported medical devices and support clinical studies in the medtech sector, more than a year after the schemes were first announced.

Bangladesh’s jute industry losing global edge due to high costs, outdated technology: BJSA chairman

IANS | January 4, 2026 5:16 PM

New Delhi, Jan 4 (IANS) Bangladesh’s jute industry is steadily losing its edge in the global market as high production costs, outdated machinery and low productivity continue to drag the sector down, according to Bangladesh Jute Spinners Association (BJSA) Chairman Tapash Pramanik.

Pakistan's crisis-ridden textile sector seeks Govt bailout

IANS | January 4, 2026 5:08 PM

New Delhi, Jan 4 (IANS) Pakistan’s textile sector, which forms the backbone of the country’s exports and industrial employment, is on the brink of collapse with workers being laid off and factories being shut.

Bangladesh’s mounting economic woes to spill into 2026

IANS | January 4, 2026 4:53 PM

New Delhi, Jan 4 (IANS) Several challenges faced by the Bangladesh economy from 2025, such as the rising non-performing loans in the financial sector, are likely to spill into the new year, according to local media reports.

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IMF’s orthodoxy set to consign Pakistan to a low-growth trap: Report

How PM Modi’s PRAGATI drive is speeding up work on big infra projects

Ayush exports jump 6.11 pc to $689 million in 2024-25: Govt

Govt announces relaxation for deeptech startups to avail DSIR recognition

Capex recovery likely to drive earnings growth in defence, capital goods: Report

China aims to extend geopolitical clout to Thailand via BRI route

Centre seeks proposals under Rs 500 crore scheme to cut medical device imports

Bangladesh’s jute industry losing global edge due to high costs, outdated technology: BJSA chairman

Pakistan's crisis-ridden textile sector seeks Govt bailout

Bangladesh’s mounting economic woes to spill into 2026

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