Globally, advanced economies are facing a significant slowdown attributed to notably higher interest rates, taking a toll on economic activities worldwide, as noted by the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD). The OECD projects a global GDP growth of 2.7% in 2024, down from 2...
In recent months, the US and France have significantly increased their global arms sales, while Russia, once a close competitor to the US, has seen a decline. The comprehensive anti-Russian sanctions led by the US and its allies have severely impacted Moscow’s ability to conduct business as usual,...
Bangladesh’s economic stability faces a formidable challenge as it navigates the impacts of the Ukraine conflict and the enduring effects of the Covid-19 pandemic. The nation’s pillars of progress, including substantial forex reserves, growing remittances, robust exports, and a stable currency (...
Generally, the event of the year 1857 AD is taken as the first attempt to liberate India from British slavery. This incident has been analyzed by historians, subject-specialists and scholars from their own respective perspectives or viewpoints. Was the event of the year 1857 AD, in fact, a struggle ...
On October 7, Hamas attacked Israel by launching around 5000 deadliest rockets from the Gaza strip. Though Israel was caught unaware, yet it retaliated fast and its Prime Minister Netanyahu declared it to be a war, instead of an operation. Incidentally, in 1973 too, it was on October 6 when a coalit...
Hardly covering himself with glory during his presidential tenure, Donald Trump seemed to be destined to political wilderness when he stepped down to make way for his Democrat rival Joe Biden. His nomination after Joe Biden’s term was not quite in the reckoning of not having even a slim chance whe...
For all its past achievements of its national cricket squad with the bat and ball, Pakistan is now on a sticky wicket of a different nature altogether. Multifarious problems are shooting and scooting at its establishment necessitating a course correction learning lessons to figure out the way out of...
In a positive development for South Asia, Sri Lanka has quietly and effectively embarked on a remarkable economic reco-very in recent months. This resurgence can be attributed to successful anti-inflation measures and disciplined import reductions. Policymakers are now experiencing a sense of relief...
The ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia has set in motion a significant shift in the global trade landscape, with Russia and China forging a stronger economic alliance. This burgeoning trade relationship between Russia and China has not only altered global political dynamics but also impacte...
“The callous execution of Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev and Rajguru…has filled the country with deep resentment… I bow my head before the patriotism, sacrifice and courage of Bhagat Singh and his companions.” –Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel The continuous struggle of the countrymen for...