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China goes shopping in India as exports jump 39% and BRICS trade picks up
India’s exports are gaining ground across key markets, with shipments to four core BRICS economies rising 34% to $19.9 billion in April-August 2026-27. China and South Africa led the growth,…
Oct 29, 2026
Key moments from former Qatar Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani’s life
Sheikh Hamad's 18-year rule catapulted Qatar to prosperity and reshaped its domestic, regional and global footprint.
Oct 29, 2026
Want relief from double taxation on foreign income under DTAA? Know how to apply for residency certificate using Form 42
Indian residents earning income abroad may need a Tax Residency Certificate to claim benefits under tax treaties. The Income Tax Department allows eligible taxpayers to apply online under the Income-tax…
Oct 29, 2026
Eritrean man, 32, is jailed for 18 months for piloting a small boat across the Channel carrying 26 people
Jamel Abdela (pictured) was sentenced at Winchester Crown Court after pleading guilty to the offence of endangering others during an illegal sea crossing to the UK on July 25.
Oct 29, 2026
‘UNSC Reforms Can No Longer Wait’: PM Modi Outlines 10 Proposals to End ‘Pyramid of Privilege’ at BRICS Summit
PM Modi urges urgent UN Security Council reform at BRICS Summit, proposing ten initiatives to reshape global governance for all nations.
Oct 29, 2026
Raxio raises its funding pool to $380m and heads for Tanzania
Raxio Group, the pan-African colocation operator, is entering Tanzania and has lifted its funding pool to $380m. The money comes from its two main shareholders, the French infrastructure investor Meridiam and…
Oct 29, 2026Jaishankar Undertakes Five-Day Visit to Ghana, Cote d'Ivoire and Ethiopia
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has embarked on a five-day official visit to Ghana, Cote d'Ivoire and Ethiopia to strengthen bilateral ties.
Oct 29, 2026
Kenya ranks second-largest EV charging market in Africa - report | The Eastleigh Voice
The country ranks second in Africa with 235 public EV charging stations in 2025, behind Egypt, which has 300 stations, according to a new report by the.
Oct 29, 2026
Coffee prices set to stay firm as El Nino, supply risks mount
Coffee prices are set to remain strong due to El Nino risks and thin inventories, with projections rising to 307 cents per pound.
Oct 29, 2026
Terrified girl, 9, was drowned in filthy marsh by coffee CEO dad after she pleaded with mom to keep her from going on trip with him, murder trial told
Melina Frattolin's body was found in July 2025 near Eagle Lake in Ticonderoga, upstate New York, with her lungs, airway and stomach filled with mud, debris and plants from the…
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Houthis Make Major Advance Toward Critical Global Shipping Chokepoint
Iran-backed Houthi forces seized a critical Yemeni port and are closing in on one of the world’s most important shipping chokepoints.
Oct 29, 2026BRICS Business Leaders Push Factory Investments, Policy Alignment and Tech Ties
Business leaders from Egypt, Ethiopia and Kazakhstan called for more concrete economic cooperation within BRICS, citing plans to set up factories in India, align policies and certifications, and expand technology…
Oct 29, 2026