India to probe fire at Tata plant making components for Apple iPhones

The factory, for which Sunday was a weekly holiday, is unlikely to receive state permission to resume production by Monday, said two people with direct knowledge of the matter. Indian authorities are set to begin a forensic investigation into the cause of a fire that broke out on Saturday at a Tata Electronics factory that […]

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Colombo’s inflation drops to -0.5% in Sept. 2024

The 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 […]

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MoU signed with Saudi for joint cooperation on trade

Maldives and Saudi Arabia have executed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for joint cooperation and exchange of trade opportunities between the two nations. The MoU was signed by Economic Minister Mohamed Saeed on behalf of the Maldivian government and Minister of Commerce Majid bin Abdullah bin Osman Al Qasabi on behalf of the Saudi government. […]

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TVET fair kicks off to promote skill-based education in Bhutan

To assist unemployed youth and individuals interested in pursuing vocational education, the first nationwide Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) fair kicked off in Thimphu on Saturday. The event is part of a larger initiative designed to raise awareness about ongoing reforms in the TVET sector and highlight the opportunities available in vocational institutes […]

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Semiconductor factory for national security is being built in India

First 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 […]

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World Bank Provides $1.7 Billion in Aid to Afghanistan

The 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 […]

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‘Tourism Bhutan’ app launched to enhance visitor experience

In 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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Bangladeshi Hasan won an award at the oil and gas industry fair in Malaysia

Expatriate Bangladeshi researcher Hasan Tarif received the inventor’s award at the oil and gas industry fair in Malaysia. He received this award for the invention of optical fiber radiation survey meter. In the recently held three-day long oil and gas industry fair, Malaysia Petroleum (Petronas) Elip Sdn Bhd’s product development advisor, researcher. Zubair presented the […]

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