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US tariffs pose major headwinds, need to diversify supply chains: BOK chief
Seoul, April 24: South Korea's top central banker has said global trade tensions sparked by the United States' sweeping tariff policy are a major headwind for the country's export-driven economy, and the issue will likely accelerate its efforts to diversify supply chains.
Major Success: Jharkhand DGP hails killing of eight Maoists including top commander with Rs 1 crore bounty
Ranchi/Bokaro, April 21: In a major breakthrough in the ongoing anti-Maoist operations in Jharkhand, eight insurgents were killed in an encounter with security forces at Lugu Hill in the Lalpania area of Bokaro district early on Monday, officials said.
Top financial watchdog vows to push ahead with capital market initiatives
Seoul, April 15: The head of South Korea's financial watchdog has vowed to push ahead with a series of steps to boost fairness and transparency in the capital markets, as well as shareholder value, the Financial Supervisory Service (FSS) said on Tuesday.
Assam: Majuli celebrates 372 years of 'Boka Bihu' with mud and joy
Majuli, April 15: In the heart of Assam's river island Majuli, the air was filled with laughter, tradition, and the scent of fresh earth as locals and devotees gathered at Sri Sri Auniati Satra to celebrate the 372-year-old Boka Bihu--a unique and sacred tradition that has stood the test of time.
Violence erupts in Bokaro after protester's death; vehicles torched, Bokaro Steel Plant CGM arrested
Bokaro, April 4: Violence erupted in Bokaro after a youth died in a lathi charge by the CISF on members of the Visthapit Apprentice Sangh (VAS) who were protesting outside the Bokaro Steel Plant (BSL) for jobs.
Consumer sentiment worsens in March amid growth woes: BOK
Seoul, March 25: South Korea's consumer sentiment worsened in March amid deepening concerns about growth momentum due to weak domestic demand and slowing exports, the central bank said on Tuesday.
Africa's progress against malaria in 'jeopardy' amid need for renewed commitments
Addis Ababa, Feb 17: Officials and experts on Sunday called for renewed commitments in Africa's fight against malaria, as they warned that the continent's progress against malaria is 'in jeopardy' due to a combination of natural and man-made challenges.
South Korea's imports of fruits hit new record amid climate change
Seoul, Feb 16: South Korea's imports of fresh fruits hit a record high last year, data showed on Sunday, amid poor harvests caused by climate change and rising demand.
South Korea's rice cake exports hit fresh high in 2024
Seoul, Jan 29: South Korea's exports of traditional rice cakes reached a fresh high in 2024, data showed on Wednesday, driven by the growing popularity of Korean food around the globe.
Nigeria holds mass burial for over 40 farmers killed by insurgents
Abuja, Jan 14: Nigerian authorities on Tuesday organised a mass burial for at least 40 farmers suspected to have been killed by insurgents during an attack earlier this week in the northeastern state of Borno, which borders Chad.
Chad's ruling party secures majority in disputed parliamentary election
N'Djamena, January 13: Chad's ruling Patriotic Salvation Movement, led by President Mahamat Idriss Deby, has secured a majority of seats in the parliamentary election that was held in December, Al Jazeera reported on Sunday.
Lung Cancer rates in Israel: Smoking remains top risk despite decline in mortality
Tel Aviv, January 8: A long-term study of lung cancer in Israel released on Wednesday by the Health Ministry found that smoking -- both active and passive -- remains the primary risk factor.