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Walton profit soars 48pc in Q1 on higher sales, lower finance costs

Dhaka, Nov. 13 -- Walton Hi-Tech Industries secured a remarkable 48 per cent year-on-year growth in profit to Tk 2.21 billion in the first quarter of FY26, driven by higher sales and lower finance cos... Read More


Shipping Corp's profit up 23pc on vessel sale, higher freight rates

Dhaka, Nov. 13 -- Bangladesh Shipping Corporation's annual profit jumped 22.8 per cent year-on-year in FY25 to Tk 3.07 billion, driven by a one-off income from selling two vessels and higher freight r... Read More


74% of patients satisfied with healthcare services - Health Minister

Nigeria, Nov. 13 -- The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Muhammad Pate, has said that 74 per cent of patients in Nigeria are satisfied with healthcare facilities and primary healthc... Read More


Nigeria must prioritise debt for infrastructure, not consumption - Alaje

Nigeria, Nov. 13 -- Nigeria must ensure that borrowed funds are used for infrastructure rather than consumption to achieve sustainable economic growth, Paul Alaje, an economic expert, said on Wednesda... Read More


Top Gainers & Losers on Nov 13: Ashok Leyland, Asian Paints, Hindustan Zinc, Hindalco Industries among top gainers

New Delhi, Nov. 13 -- After a three-day strong rally, the Indian stock market cooled off slightly in Thursday's session, with key indices remaining largely unchanged as traders awaited election result... Read More


GBP/USD recovers lost momentum after a sharp dip on poor UK data

Mumbai, Nov. 13 -- The British pound is recovering losses after sharp dip following weak UK data. UK Office for National Statistics (ONS) reported that the economy expanded 0.1% in the third quarter o... Read More


Festive season data lifts India's economic outlook despite tariff pressures: Report

New Delhi, Nov. 13 -- A challenging external environment coupled with the continuing impact of tariffs is expected to keep future growth estimates subdued, according to a report by SBI Mutual Fund. H... Read More


Are You Sure?! Season 2 on OTT: BTS' Jimin and Jungkook show's episode numbers and release time revealed

India, Nov. 13 -- Are You Sure?! is a travel reality show starring BTS members Jimin and Jungkook. Season 1 received a lot of love for the duo's unfiltered chaos and friendship as they navigate new ex... Read More


Sensex, Nifty 50 end flat ahead of Bihar election outcome- 10 key highlights from the Indian stock market today

New Delhi, Nov. 13 -- The Indian stock market benchmarks- the Sensex and the Nifty 50- ended flat on Thursday, November 13, on profit booking after the recent gains, with focus on the Bihar election 2... Read More


Moody's Ratings sees India economy powering ahead at 6.5% through 2027

New Delhi, Nov. 13 -- Robust internal demand, export diversification amid punitive US tariffs, and sustained infrastructure investment will help India retain its fastest-growing major economy tag for ... Read More