In the interest of national security, social media X was banned in Pakistan during the national elections last February. Both the government and the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority denied allegations of banning X during the election. In a written statement filed in court on Wednesday, the Home Ministry acknowledged the ban on X. “We are forced […]
Read MoreIndia’s market share grew from 4% to 5.3%, while Pakistan’s increased from 1.9% to 2.6%. In the competition to capture a larger share of the US apparel market, which China is gradually losing, Vietnam and India are surpassing Bangladesh, particularly in high-value garment exports, according to a report by the United States International Trade Commission. […]
Read MoreThe announcement comes amid a wave of investments by global tech firms in Malaysia over the past year, as they seek to build critical infrastructure to cater to growing demand for their cloud and AI services. Malaysia plans to create a national cloud policy and introduce regulations to encourage the ethical use of artificial intelligence […]
Read MoreTo achieve a USD five billion economy and a gross domestic product per capita (GDP) exceeding USD 6,174 by 2029, the government has projected a Nu 225.59 billion GDP contribution from the identified seven sectors. This is according to the draft 13th Plan. Under the Plan, the agriculture sector’s contribution is expected to increase from […]
Read MoreSri Lanka’s new government, led by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, plans to engage in detailed discussions on potential changes to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) programme later this month following a review. Cabinet Spokesman Vijitha Herath announced at the government’s first Cabinet media briefing that a local delegation would travel to the IMF headquarters in […]
Read MoreDemand for power will steadily grow by 7.5% annually until 2030, the Energy Minister Jurabek Mirzamakhmudov said at the Russian Energy Week on September 26. “We project that demand will grow by about 7.5% per year until 2030. Now we have 7-8% annually,” he said. According to him, in such conditions, the introduction of new […]
Read MoreThe overall rate of inflation, as measured by the Colombo Consumer Price Index (CCPI) on Year-on-Year basis, has decreased to -0.5% in September 2024, compared to 0.5% in August 2024, according to the latest data released by the Department of Census and Statistics. Meanwhile, food inflation has decreased to -0.3% in September 2024 compared to […]
Read MoreFirst National Security Semiconductor Fabrication Factory (FAB) is being built in India. The factory, to be built under a contract with the US, will supply chips for the US, its allies and the Indian military. It is known that this factory named ‘Shakti’ will be built in 2025. Recently, the President of the country Joe […]
Read MoreThe World Bank said that it has provided $1.7 billion in aid to Afghanistan since August 2021. In its latest report, the World Bank added that key projects in Afghanistan include community stability and livelihood, emergency health response, emergency food security, support for civil society organizations’ capacities, and empowerment of small loans. The World Bank […]
Read MoreIn celebration of World Tourism Day, the Department of Tourism (DoT) launched the ‘Tourism Bhutan’ mobile application, designed to enrich visitor experience by providing a comprehensive platform for tourists and service providers alike. This app serves as a one-stop solution, enabling visitors to plan their trips, connect with local service providers, and share feedback, ensuring […]
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