Indonesia at the Polls: A General’s Controversial Bid
Around 205 million Indonesians are gearing up to elect their next president, with Defense Minister Prabowo Subianto, a retired general
February 12, 2024Section
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Close Contest Unfolds in Pakistan’s Elections
In Pakistan's latest elections, a surprisingly tight race has unfolded, casting shadows of doubt due to the slow tallying of...
February 9, 2024
Japan’s Stock Market Reaches 34-Year High
On Friday, Japan's Nikkei 225 index crossed 37,000 points for the first time in 34 years.This event has sparked
February 9, 2024
Bangalore’s Luxury Market Boom
Bangalore, India's tech capital, is witnessing a luxury goods surge, showcasing its dramatic evolution into a tech giant over three...
February 8, 2024
China’s Deflationary Spiral Intensifies
China saw significant deflation in January 2023 as consumer prices dropped by 0.8% YoY, the largest in over a decade.
February 8, 2024
Mexico Outpaces China in U.S. Imports After 20 Years
In a significant turn of events, the U.S. imported more goods from Mexico than from China in 2023, a first...
February 8, 2024
India’s Economy Set for Strong Growth
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) projects a 7% GDP growth for India in 2024-25, continuing a trend of robust...
February 8, 2024
Chinese Bitcoin Miners Turn to Ethiopia After Beijing Ban
Following Beijing's crackdown two years ago, Chinese Bitcoin miners have sought new grounds with affordable energy and favorable regulation
February 8, 2024
Military Meddling Shadows Pakistan Elections
Pakistan's election landscape is dramatically shifting, with 167 parties competing. However, the focus shifts away from
February 7, 2024