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SBI aims to hike its green advances portfolio up to 10% by 2030

India, Feb. 23 -- State Bank of India (SBI) -- the country's biggest lender -- has set a goal of increasing green advances to 7.5-10 per cent by 2030, with 25 per cent of these advances to be funded t... Read More


Curfew extended in Nepal's Gaur municipality to prevent further clashes

India, Feb. 23 -- A curfew imposed in Gaur municipality in Nepal's Madhesh province following clashes between two communities was extended indefinitely on Sunday. The District Administration Office in... Read More


New Bangladesh Parliament session likely in March March

India, Feb. 23 -- The first session of the newly elected 13th Parliament of Bangladesh is expected to commence in the second week of March, a top official of the ruling BNP said on Saturday. The spoke... Read More


Earthquake of 4.1 magnitude hits Nepal's Koshi province

India, Feb. 23 -- A mild tremor was felt in Nepal's Koshi province on Sunday morning. The earthquake measuring 4.1 magnitude was recorded with its epicentre located at the Ritak area of Sankhuwasabha ... Read More


Pakistan hits Afghan sites; Kabul vows response

India, Feb. 23 -- Pakistan on Sunday said it targeted at least seven terrorist hideouts in Afghanistan in retaliation for the recent rebel attacks in the country, with Kabul warning of a "necessary an... Read More


Doha to host ICC board meetings in March

India, Feb. 23 -- Doha will host the next round of International Cricket Council board and committee meetings from March 25 to 27, reflecting the world body's growing engagement with the sport in the ... Read More


Skipper Brook backs powerhouse Buttler to flourish in business end

India, Feb. 23 -- Jos Buttler may still be searching for form, but it is not a concern for England skipper Harry Brook, who described him as a "powerhouse" and backed the former captain to finish with... Read More


Indian team wants to be consistent: Mandhana

India, Feb. 23 -- Indian women's team wants to consistently stay at the top and dominate world cricket, said vice-captain SmritiMandhana. Riding high on their maiden 50-over World Cup triumph, the Wom... Read More


Messi, MLS champs Inter Miami, get trounced 3-0 by Denis Bouanga, LAFC in season opener

India, Feb. 23 -- Lionel Messi and Inter Miami got off to a rough start in their MLS Cup title defense when David Martinez, Denis Bouanga and Nathan Ordaz scored in Los Angeles FC's 3-0 victory. Son H... Read More


Wints Olympics: Finland wins bronze medal in men's hockey

India, Feb. 23 -- Finland won the bronze medal in men's hockey at the Olympics for a third consecutive time with NHL players participating, beating Slovakia 6-1. Erik Haula scored two goals and Joel A... Read More