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DC lauds Sukki Kinari Hydropower Station’s role in boosting economy
Mansehra - Deputy Commissioner (DC) Mansehra on Friday praised the performance of the Sukki Kinari Hydropower Station and acknowledged its significant role in boosting the local economy and promoting community welfare. He expressed these views...
‘America needs fireworks’: No alternative for some Chinese goods amid trade uncertainty
LIUYANG/YIWU - Fourth of July celebrations in the US may have just passed, but Chinese businessman Marx Wu is already prepared for a dampening effect of tariffs on sales of his fireworks to American customers for the festivities in 2026. This is...

‘Arbitrary, unscientific’: Delhi Government moves Supreme Court to review 2018 age-based vehicle ban
The Delhi Government has moved the Supreme Court seeking a review of its 2018 order that imposed a ban on diesel vehicles older than 10 years and petrol vehicles older than 15 years in the National Capital Region (NCR), citing a lack of scientific...

Health secretary welcomes Charran’s Bookstore to Tobago
Tobago Corey Connelly 36 Minutes Ago Dr Faith Brebnor - THA Secretary of Health, Wellness and Social Protection Dr Faith Brebnor is encouraging the owners of Charran’s Bookstore to partner with community groups to promote reading in Tobago. She...

Indian Leather & Footwear Industry Gets Competitive Edge With India–UK Trade Pact
New Delhi, July 25 (KNN) India’s leather and footwear industry is set for significant expansion in the wake of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) signed between India and the United Kingdom. The agreement offers duty-free market...

Potential Mets target ‘emotionally torn’ ahead of trade deadline
Several MLB players will have a new home by the end of next week, emotions can run high as the July 31 trade deadline looms. One player that could be on the move is Minnesota Twins reliever Griffin Jax — and this week, ESPN’s Jeff Passan named him...

The textile industry of Turkmenistan is a striking example of the rapid development of the country's economy
In the modern era, the textile sector has become a shining example of the rapid development of Turkmenistan’s innovative economy, taking into account national priorities and general integration trends in the global economic space. Today, textile...

U.S. Expresses Interest in Shipbuilding as Seoul Convenes Emergency Trade Meeting
Photo : YONHAP News South Korea’s top trade and industry officials have reported to the presidential office that Washington expressed strong interest in shipbuilding cooperation during their latest round of talks, as Seoul pushes to finalize a...

India’s FTAs With UAE, Switzerland & UK Signal Trade Policy Shift: GTRI
New Delhi, July 25 (KNN) India’s recently concluded free trade agreement (FTA) with the United Kingdom, following similar deals with the UAE and Switzerland, marks a strategic turning point in the country’s trade policy, according to an analysis...

India–UK Trade Deal Unlocks $122 Billion In UK Government Contracts For Indian Companies
The public procurement provisions under the India-UK free trade agreement will provide domestic companies non-discriminatory access to the British market worth USD 122 billion, Commerce Secretary Sunil Barthwal said on Friday. "For the first time,...

Thailand and Cambodia trade fresh attacks and accusations as allies call for a ceasefire
SURIN, Thailand (AP) — Thailand and Cambodia traded accusations of fresh attacks Saturday as deadly border clashes entered a third day and international pressure mounted for a ceasefire. The fighting has killed at least 33 people and displaced...

South Korea to prepare mutually agreeable trade package as US tariff deadline looms
SEOUL (Reuters) -South Korea will prepare a trade package that is mutually agreeable with the United States ahead of minister-level meetings planned next week and a U.S. tariff-pause deadline of August 1, the presidential office said on Saturday....

Japan's Rice Price Controls Expose US Trade Deal Hypocrisy
Latest stories Turkey's hypersonic ups Middle East arms race ante Weak hands at the helm, from Tokyo to Kiev China-EU play nice despite widening cracks The most troubling aspect of the policy is the precedent it sets for future real crisis...

Business News | Innovation, R&D Focus, and Policy Reforms Could Steer India to a $970 Million Vegetable Seed Hub by 2030
NewsVoir New Delhi [India], July 26: Valued at $8.45 billion in 2024, the global vegetable seed market is expanding rapidly and experts believe India is well-positioned to become its next major hub, provided the right policies are introduced and...

Dutch government preparing for food crisis scenarios including looting and starvation
The Dutch government is allegedly working with supermarket chains, food producers, and logistics firms on a national crisis plan to ensure food security in the event of major disruptions, such as prolonged power outages or war. Internal documents...
India Plays It Cool As US Trade Deal Hangs In Balance: What’s The Strategy Behind Silence?
Saturday, July 26, 2025 2:35 AM EDT Image Source: Pixabay With less than a week remaining before the United States decides whether to impose fresh tariffs, India has kept noticeably quiet. Despite months of talks, no trade deal has been announced,...

Great Deal Of Enthusiasm In India To Get Trade Pact Done With US: Arvind Panagariya
(MENAFN- IANS) New Delhi, July 26 (IANS) There is a great deal of anticipation and enthusiasm in India to get the trade agreement done with the US which will help Indian businesses get access to a larger exports market, Arvind Panagariya, Chairman...

In Las Vegas, Republicans take victory lap on ‘no tax on tips’ policy; Democrats decry its details
Saturday, July 26, 2025 | 2 a.m. “No Tax on Tips” took center stage Friday during a visit from the House of Representatives’ Ways and Means Committee to Las Vegas to promote President Donald Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill. While Republican...

At least 4 killed in Russia and Ukraine as countries trade aerial attacks
Russia and Ukraine traded aerial attacks overnight, resulting in two deaths in each country, according to officials. Ukraine’s southern Dnipro and northeastern Sumy regions came under combined rocket and drone attack, local officials reported....

Four people killed in Russia and Ukraine as countries trade aerial attacks
Russia and Ukraine traded aerial attacks overnight resulting in two deaths in each country, according to officials. Ukraine’s southern Dnipro and north-eastern Sumy regions came under combined rocket and drone attack, local officials reported....