New Delhi, March 21 (IANS) The Asian Development Bank’s (ADB) announcement of a $10 billion credit for Pakistan over five years highlights the country’s continued reliance on external funding even as its peer nations grow out of such dependencies, a new report has said.
New Delhi, March 21 (IANS) Approximately 36 lakh borrowers are estimated to benefit from the Credit Guarantee Scheme for Microfinance Institutions-2.0 (CGSMFI-2.0), the government said on Saturday.
New Delhi, March 21 (IANS) Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Saturday highlighted key achievements of the ministry over the past week, including progress on trade agreements, innovation recognition and export promotion initiatives.
New Delhi, March 21 (IANS) As geopolitical tensions in West Asia entered 22nd day -- with major oil fields reportedly damaged on both sides -- Pakistan, an energy-import dependent economy, is facing heightened risks of economic and financial instability, a new report has said.
Mumbai, March 21 (IANS) Actor Abhay Verma has commenced the shooting for his next, "Dilkashi" with filmmaker Hansal Mehta, Oscar-winning composer A.R. Rahman, and Lijo Jose Pellissery.
Taipei, March 21 (IANS) The establishment of another Taipei Economic and Cultural Centre in Mumbai and the participation of Taiwanese think tanks at the recent Raisina Dialogue in New Delhi underscore India's intent to deepen engagement with Taiwan. India should also explore collaborating with Southeast Asian countries in elevating Taiwan’s role in addressing regional economic, governance and security matters, a report has suggested.
Bengaluru, March 21 (IANS) As Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) get ready to defend their Indian Premier League (IPL) title, their former captain and star batter Virat Kohli has warned the side of the challenging times ahead for them in the 19th edition of the competition, which will start on March 28.
Mumbai, March 21 (IANS) Bollywood superstar Deepika Padukone has sparked a massive social media debate after she was seen absent from the recent special screening of her husband Ranveer Singh’s film Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge.
Washington, March 21 (IANS) Pakistan appears to be adopting a strategy of controlled distance from the conflict in the Middle East, signalling concern over regional instability while carefully avoiding commitments that could result in direct confrontation with Iran.
New Delhi, March 21 (IANS) Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) captain Rishabh Pant, principal owner and chairman of the franchise Sanjiv Goenka, and several other members of the squad offered prayers at the Ram Janmabhoomi temple in Ayodhya ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026. The 19th edition of the tournament is set to begin on March 28.
