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ADB Raises Growth Forecast for Bangladesh’s Economy to 6% for FY23
The latest forecast by the Manila-based multilateral lender is close to the estimate by the Bangladesh Bureau of…
One Dead as Bangladesh Opposition Rallies to Demand PM’s Removal
At least one opposition activist has died and hundreds of others were injured in clashes across Bangladesh as…
‘Exceptionally High’ Economic Risks in Pakistan, IMF Report Says
Islamabad, Pakistan – The International Monetary Fund (IMF) says Pakistan’s economic challenges are “complex and multifaceted” and the risks…
Pakistan Election Body Says Ready for National Polls in October
Islamabad, Pakistan – Pakistan’s election body says it is ready to hold national elections in October if the legislative…
Barbie Release Delayed in Pakistan’s Punjab Province Over ‘objectionable Content’
The launch of the highly anticipated Hollywood movie Barbie has been delayed in Pakistan’s Punjab province over “objectionable…
Pakistan Economic Crisis: Punjab Govt to Purchase Worth ₹2.3 Billion of New Vehicles for Its Officials
Amid the worsening situation of the economy in Pakistan, the cash-strapped country’s Punjab caretaker government will be purchasing…
ADB Keeps India’s FY24 Growth Forecast at 6.4% Banking on Demand Strength
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) on Wednesday retained forecast for India‘s economic growth at 6.4 per cent for this fiscal year…
Electrocution Kills at Least 16 as Transformer Explodes in India
At least 16 people have been killed and another six injured in a suspected case of electrocution in…
India Will Soon Become Third Largest Economy. Does It Matter?
“When I first visited the US as a Prime Minister, India was the 10th largest economy in the…
India Rejects Byd’s $1 Billion Factory Proposal, Economic Times Reports
NEW DELHI, July 22 (Reuters) – India has rejected Chinese automaker BYD Co’s (002594.SZ) proposal to set up a $1…