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India's shining GDP data masks a key weakness in what fuels growth: household savings

New Delhi, Oct. 6 -- India continues to clock the fastest GDP growth among major economies, drawing headlines that suggest resilience and dynamism. Yet, the financial foundations of Indian households,... Read More


Athletes drive sports tourism boom

Dhaka, Oct. 6 -- Countries worldwide are increasingly using top athletes as ambassadors to promote sports tourism, a sector that accounts for about 10pc of global tourism spending, roughly €600 ... Read More


Tanzania, Sweden boost economic ties

ZIMBABWE, Oct. 6 -- TANZANIA and Sweden have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening diplomatic cooperation, focusing on priority areas including politics, economy, clean energy and the wellbeing... Read More


Hamas calls for swift hostage-prisoner swap as talks set to begin

Dhaka, Oct. 6 -- Hamas on Sunday called for a swift start to a hostage-prisoner exchange with Israel, as negotiators from both sides prepared to meet in Egypt for crucial talks aimed at ending the nea... Read More


Spotted deer crucial to tiger survival in Sundarbans: Study

Dhaka, Oct. 6 -- A recent study has highlighted that spotted deer play a crucial role in sustaining tiger populations in the Sundarbans, underscoring the intricate link between prey availability and p... Read More


COPRA seeks stable Indian market for Tanzania's pigeon peas

DODOMA, Oct. 6 -- WITH Tanzania expected to produce over 400,000 tonnes of pigeon peas this season, the government has intensified efforts to secure a stable export market in India, aiming to protect ... Read More


Tourists Enjoy Fresh Snowfall at Gulmarg's Affarwat and Kongdoori

Gulmarg, Oct. 6 -- The world-famous ski resort of Gulmarg on Monday witnessed a spell of fresh snowfall at its higher reaches, including Affarwat and Kongdoori, turning the picturesque destination int... Read More


Kashmir Risks Becoming a Concrete Jungle, Warns Khursheed Ganai

Srinagar, Oct. 6 -- Former IAS officer and former Advisor to the Governor, Khursheed Ahmad Ganai, has expressed deep concern over the rapid conversion of agricultural land in Jammu and Kashmir, warnin... Read More


Snowfall charms tourists, who say Kashmir is totally safe and reject media myths

Gulmarg, Oct. 6 -- As an early spell of snowfall blanketed Kashmir's famous valleys in early October, tourists from across India expressed surprise and delight at witnessing the rare weather phenomeno... Read More


A winning Garden Route formula

South Africa, Oct. 6 -- This was followed by the opening of a modern studio and offices in downtown George in December 2023. "The close relationship Algoa FM shares with businesses and listeners in t... Read More