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SEBI set to streamline foreign investment in Indian government bonds

With an aim to bolster foreign investment, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) is re-evaluating its registration requirements for overseas investors interested in Indian government bonds.

Study: Mobile phone use does not increase brain cancer risk

A new review commissioned by the World Health Organisation (WHO) has found no evidence linking mobile phone use to an increased risk of brain cancer. Watch in for more details!

Russia-Ukraine War: Dozens killed in Russian airstrike on Ukraine

At least 51 civilians have died, and over 270 have been wounded as Russian forces launched two ballistic missiles in the Ukrainian city of Poltava. The attack is one the deadliest strikes of the two-and-a-half-year war.

'God of chaos' asteroid can hit Earth, but only if THIS happens. 'The odds of...'

Apophis, the "god of chaos" asteroid, has a higher chance of hitting Earth than previously thought, new analyses suggest. The asteroid is moving towards our planet and will make a dangerously close approach in 2029.

India's green energy drive hits desert herders

India is the third-largest greenhouse gas emitter. It is scrambling to boost its non-fossil fuel capacity to stem the rising impacts of climate change. India is developing clean energy but it comes at a cost.

Climate change threatens chocolate supplies

Climate change is stressing rainforests where the highly-sensitive cocoa bean grows and so now companies are researching other ways to grow cocoa or develop cocoa substitutes.

Warmer weather destroying Kimchi cabbage

South Korea's famous Kimchi is falling victim to climate change. Climate change is threatening the plantation of Napa cabbage that is used to make South Korea's signature dish, Kimchi.

India launches flood warning systems at 200 high-risk Himalayan glacial lakes

India is installing advanced warning systems at nearly 200 Himalayan glacial lakes that are at risk of overflowing. A deadly threat exacerbated by climate change with over 7,500 glacial lakes in the region, many of them pose a serious threat of flash floods.

India to deploy flood warning systems at 200 high-risk Himalayan glacial lakes

India is setting up high-tech warning systems at nearly 200 Himalayan glacial lakes at risk of bursting their banks, a deadly threat exacerbated by climate change, disaster officials said on Tuesday.

Nepal to print new banknotes to claim Indian territories as its own

Nepal's central bank, Nepal Rashtra Bank, is gearing up to issue new banknotes featuring the country's revised map, which includes Indian territories. The move is expected to be completed within a year, according to a report by Nepalkhabar.

Matthew Perry death: Trial date set for 'Ketamine Queen' and doctor involved in case

Trouble looms large on “Ketamine Queen” Jasveen Sangha and Dr Salvador Plasencia, who are accused of supplying drugs to Friends actor Matthew Perry which led to his death because of overdose.

Pakistan: Imran khan moves Islamabad High Court against military custody

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder and former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan approached the Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Tuesday against the possible military custody for the military court trial.

Lady Gaga-mania as Joker sequel brings pop star to Venice Film Festival 2024

Lady Gaga is the hotly anticipated attraction on the glitzy Lido Wednesday, as the Venice Film Festival hosts the premiere of her new film, the dark and subversive Joker: Folie a Deux.

Not worried for my job security: Captain Shan Masood after Pakistan's humiliating defeat vs Bangladesh

On Tuesday (Sep 3), Bangladesh defeated Pakistan by six wickets in the second and final Test, in Rawalpindi, to inflict a humiliating series whitewash over the hosts.

World Bank boosts India's FY25 growth forecast to 7%, citing robust economic performance

In a significant boost to India's economic trajectory, the World Bank has upgraded its growth forecast for the financial year 2024-25 to 7 per cent, up from its earlier estimate of 6.