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Protesters chant anti-China slogans as they march during an anti-China protest in Vietnam's southern Ho Chi Minh city (Reuters)

Vietnam Stops Anti-China Protests after Deadly Riots, China Evacuates

Vietnam flooded major cities with police to avert anti-China protests on Sunday, while Beijing evacuated thousands of citizens after a flare-up over disputed sovereignty in the South China Sea sparked rare and deadly rioting in Vietnam last week.

May 18, 2014

Japan Q1 Growth Fastest in more than 2 years Before Tax Hike

Japan's economy grew in the January-March quarter at the fastest pace in more than two years as consumers rushed to spend before a sales-tax hike and business investment rose in a sign of confidence in the prospects for future growth.

May 15, 2014

Labourers carry EVMs at an election material distribution centre on the eve of the final phase of general election in Kolkata

New Government Set to Inherit Wobbly Economy

India is on the cusp of political change that is widely expected to infuse a new life into an economy that is struggling to break away from a tale of weak growth and high inflation.

May 12, 2014

Govt takes stringent safety measures as Bangladesh marks first anniversary of 'Rana Plaza collapse'

Dhaka, April 25 (ANI): One year after Bangladesh's garment factory collapse that killed over 1,100, workers, manufacturers and exporters say the scenario has changed with government taking stringent safety and clearance measures. On April 24, 2013, the eight-storey Rana Plaza building in Savar, housing garment factories and shops collapsed. Managing Director of Evince group and former president of Bangladesh garment manufacturer and exporters association, Anwar-Ul-Alam Chowdhury (Parvez), said after deep introspection it was deduced that the disaster occurred due to lapses by several institutions. On Wednesday (April 23), protesters and family members of victims demanded compensation on the eve of the one year anniversary of the collapse of Rana Plaza.

Apr 25, 2014

Raging fire engulfs two factories in Gujarat and Maharashtra

Gujarat/ Maharashtra, April 23 (ANI): Raging fire engulfed the warehouse of a chemical factory and a cloth industrial unit in Vapi city of Gujarat as firefighters struggled to douse the inferno. Goods worth millions were reduced to ashes. Around five fire tenders immediately reached the spot to douse the blaze. Police Sub-Inspector of Vapi, Gujarat Industrial Development Corporation (GIDC), RF Bariya, said that the fire fighters battled to douse the fire. Meanwhile, four factories and a godown were also gutted by fire in Bhiwandi city in Thane, Maharashtra.

Apr 23, 2014

First Artificial Blood Cells soon be Manufactured in Industrial Scale

The production of artificial blood in industrial scale like that in factories could soon be a reality, once artificial blood produced from human stem cells is successfully transfused in patients. It is the latest breakthrough among scientists re-engineering the human body.

Apr 15, 2014

French leader visits French factories in Mexico

French President Francois Hollande in Mexico City for a trip aimed at renewing relations that were rocked by the case of a Frenchwoman accused of kidnapping. Duration: 01:14

Apr 12, 2014

Narendra Modi - Front runner in Indian prime ministerial race

Uttar Pradesh/New Delhi/Assam/Gujarat, April 6 (ANI): BJP's Prime Ministerial candidate Narendra Modi, the hot favourite for the PM position, stands on the cusp of leading the world's most populous democracy, after an election that looks set to make his party the biggest in the country. BJP has benefited from a wave of public anger over corruption scandals and a slowing economy under the ruling Congress, which may be facing one of it's weakest-ever showings at the polls. Narendra Damodardas Modi, now 63, was born and brought up in Vadnagar, a town built on a hill in rural Gujarat. The third child in a family of eight that struggled to make ends meet, he ended his education after school and abruptly left home, only returning years later for his father's funeral. The tea stall his father ran with the help of his sons is just as it was then, on the platform of the ramshackle railway station nearby. But Modi has come a long way from that small dwelling near the station. The BJP under Modi's stewardship has promised to kick-start the economy, bring in factories, and educate the densely populated and still-poor heartland states of India.

Apr 6, 2014

Toyota stops India production on workers pay issue

Bangalore, March 18 (ANI): Toyota Motor Corp's (7203.T) Indian unit has temporarily closed its two plants where some workers had stopped production lines to protest a delay in salary hike after 10 months of negotiations. Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM), the world's biggest car maker's Indian unit, had stated that some workers over the past 25 days had disrupted business as the management, labour union and local government negotiated wages. The subsidiary closed the factories on Sunday (March 16) - a non-production day - and did not state when it will reopen them. The factories near Bangalore are Toyota Motor's only vehicle plants in the world's sixth-biggest auto market, where the Japanese manufacturer generates just a sliver of global sales.

Mar 18, 2014

International inspections reveal safety gaps in Bangladesh garment factories

New Delhi, March 17 (ANI): Almost a year after the fatal garment factory collapse at Rana Plaza in Dhaka, where more than 1,100 died, a new survey after international inspections has discovered that the majority of factories in the country still need to considerably improve conditions for workers. The garment industry has been a huge factor in the economic growth of Bangladesh and for its fast developing economy. However, the Rana Plaza tragedy 2013 and the Tazreen factory fire in 2012 brought the working and safety conditions of the industry into spotlight. As a result, stunned European makers got together and signed an accord. It said that retailers who signed up are committed to the goal of a safe and sustainable Bangladeshi Readymade Garment industry. However, inspections of 10 garment factories revealed little changes. Clogged ceilings, exposed wires, few fire alarms, jammed emergency exits and even an unauthorized helicopter pad were some of the discoveries for the survey team. Managing Director of a leading garments manufacturing company, Mohammadi Group, Rubana Huq, said that safety experts had began initial inspections in the garment factories in Bangladesh and that a helpful action plan needed to be followed genuinely.

Mar 17, 2014

Maruti Suzukis Celerio makes global debut at 2014 Delhi Auto Expo

Greater Noida, Feb 07 (ANI): Maruti Suzuki unveiled much-awaited, ‘Celerio’, hatchback, which comes with the country's most affordable clutch-less option that is priced just Rs 39,000 more than its base version. Coming with an automated gearshift technology that promises to combine the high mileage of manual cars with the convenience of automatic cars, India’s top carmaker hopes that Celerio will create a fresh market segment. Foreign companies showing cars at the Delhi auto show 2014, which started on Wednesday have already poured billions of dollars into factories, product development and marketing.

Feb 7, 2014

things to do in jamaica

Jamaica is one of the most sought after locations for the ultimate destinations for relaxation and parties. On Travel Bug we will see some of the things you can do on your trip to to Jamaica. Adventure - From hiking to the misty Blue Mountain tops, to horseback riding on the beach and warm river swims, explore Jamaica the way you want to and find its spirit. Its an all round fun and incredible experience zipping over the rain Forrest for older children. Beaches - If you're looking for the ultimate beach resort in Jamaica with endless choices for everyone in the family including Pirates Island Waterpark, a Beaches all-inclusive family vacation in Negril is for you. From long sandy stretches to crystal clear water and secret coves, the beaches are where you start your holiday and make memories to last a lifetime. Golf - Jamaica is one of those places where the scenery is beyond compare and the golf courses are, well, they are spectacular too. You may not expect this, but the 12 golf courses in Jamaica are special. Practice your swing, caddy up for a full 18 or sit back and relax on the 19th. There’s a course for every player. Tours - Take the tours of Jamaica, from the coffee factories rich with the scent of Arabica beans to rum distilleries and rainforest drives - see

Feb 1, 2014