IMF Boosts Egypt's Economy with $820 Million Aid

IMF Boosts Egypt's Economy with $820 Million Aid Amid Regional Tensions

The IMF has approved a disbursement of $820 million to strengthen Egypt's economy. This aid is part of an $8 billion loan program agreed upon in March to help Egypt deal with regional tensions. Despite Egypt's economic progress, the IMF warns of the challenging regional environment it continues to face. Aug 27, 2024
How sugar-sweetened beverages may harm your health

Sugar-Sweetened Beverages: Beware of This Silent Health Threat

The consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) such as sodas, fruit punch, and lemonade, whether at home or outside, has become a common practice. However, experts warn that these beverages may lead to significant harm to health, ranging from infections in teeth and kidneys to heart disease. Aug 26, 2024
US jobless claims data allays fears over economic slowdown

US Jobless Claims Rise Marginally, Fed Rate Cut Expected

US jobless claims marginally increased, easing fears of a sharp economic slowdown. The US Federal Reserve is expected to cut interest rates to stimulate economic growth. Fed Chair Jerome Powell's upcoming speech is anticipated to provide insights into future policy. The potential rate cut could boost global markets, including India's, by attracting foreign investors. Aug 24, 2024
Mpox

India Braces for Mpox: A New Global Health Threat

The deadly new strain of Mpox, often referred to as monkeypox, has been spreading rapidly across the African continent and beyond, posing a significant threat to global public health. The virus, which was previously confined to isolated regions, is now inching closer to India, with neighboring Pakistan already reporting initial cases. Aug 23, 2024
Delhi-NCR

Delhi-NCR Tops APAC Logistics Rental Growth

Delhi-NCR has emerged as a leading player in the Asia-Pacific logistics market, according to a recent report by Knight Frank. The region has been ranked among the top 10 markets for annual rental growth in the first half of 2024. Aug 22, 2024
Bangladesh Islamist leader's plan of implementing Sharia spells trouble for region

Bangladesh Islamist leader's plan of implementing Sharia spells trouble for region

Fearing Bangladesh could well be the next Pakistan in the making in India's troubled neighbourhood, several scholars and experts on Wednesday severely condemned the recent statements given by Shafiqur Rahman, the radical leader who currently heads Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami (BJI), in which he has openly backed implementation of Sharia law in the country. Aug 22, 2024