What’s in a name? Trump’s 'Lake America' move gets a tit-for-tat response from Canada

Outrage erupts after 3-year-old is married to 60-year-old man in Pakistan, link to her sister's murder being probed

Trump gifts Xi a bald eagle sculpture at White House dinner: Here’s what it symbolises

‘Not just a local tragedy’: Nepal PM Shah warns UN of growing climate threat, says Nepal floods were 'a warning to the world'

Farhan, who went viral for AK47 celebration vs India in Asia Cup, hopes to lead Pakistan beyond Asian Games

CNN, Politico and MS NOW back in White House after judge blocks Trump’s media ban

Don't Be Shy movie review: A frothy coming-of-age tale that is too shy to experiment

Tesla is preparing something big for Optimus: new Gen 3 models surface in app

Bias or safety concerns? Bengaluru CEO says firm will not hire men from UP, Bihar, Rajasthan, MP. Here's why

Trump's welcome to Xi demonstrates 'attraction' to dictators: Chuck Schumer

Nations League: Germany draw on Klopp debut; Portugal, Norway win

WION Iconic Tourism Summit 2026: Union Minister Shekhawat on 'experiential travel', peace diplomacy

Scientists detect first radio signals directly from faraway planet

A seven-day roadmap? Iran proposes plan to end war, reopen Strait of Hormuz and resume nuclear talks

The Vvaan Review: This Ekta Kapoor's Tulsi Virani-coded world can't be saved by Sidharth Malhotra and Tamannaah Bhatia

China to test supersonic jet that moves at Mach 2, double the speed of sound

Xi Jinping's 'special plane' vs Trump's Air Force One: What's the difference?

UNGA 2026: Israeli PM attacks Britain, France for past colonialism

Ruckus in J&K Assembly over statehood resolution; BJP leaders enter well of house

West Indies coach Sammy looking at India series as opportunity to finetune ahead of ODI World Cup 2027 qualifiers

‘We’ve never gotten along better’: Trump praises Xi, jokes about White House ballroom at high-stakes state dinner

Air India pilot suspended after failing pre-flight alcohol test on Zurich-Delhi route

Yemen called Trump for US military support in fight against Houthis: Official

Meet Adrian Abraham: 9-year-old Indian-origin guitar prodigy aiming for a Guinness World Record

US faces fresh cost crunch as mortgage rates hit 7%, oil tops $107 and gas prices surge

'Blockbuster' nor'easter develops an eye similar to hurricanes as warnings are issued

WATCH: Pak PM Shehbaz Sharif refuses to answer on Hafeez Sayeed, walks away

OpenAI is building AI to fight cyber threats: What GPT-6 Cyber means for security

'Making history': Xi Jinping praises Trump as US-China leaders dine at White House

'What kind of confession is this?': Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif’s 'terrorists would be roaming New York' remark goes viral, raises alarm online. Watch

Netanyahu at UN: Mass walkout, attack on Mamdani and Iran threats | In Pics

'We do not wish to continue. It's America that must choose': Iran president Pezeshkian calls on US to end war

Bollywood mourns Mushtaq Khan: Sunny Deol, Rajpal Yadav and others pay tribute

Myanmar training camp case: US national, 6 Ukrainians allowed to meet their families abroad

'FIRST LOOK from inside Noah’s Ark': Researchers share video from inside mysterious mound in Turkey

Israeli envoy to US Yechiel Leiter’s son critically injured in West Bank ramming attack

'Fund people, not bombs': Hundreds take to New York streets as Netanyahu delivers speech at UN; dozens arrested

Susan Sarandon and Hannah Einbinder detained by NYPD outside UN Headquarters

We look at how markets opened this morning. Asian stocks edged higher, tracking a reversal in wall street benchmarks. Investors also brace for pivotal events at the federal reserve and the bank of japan, which will shape the future of global interest rates.

Global markets roundup: Asian stocks climb ahead of Jackson Hole

Now, we look at the drama on Wednesday with key US Data delayed by the Bureau of Labour Statistics (BLS). The agency rekindled concerns about the processes for publishing sensitive economic data. The BLS provided three Wall Street businesses with US Jobs data that had been eagerly anticipated but had been delayed on the agency's website. Watch in for more details!

Fair access to US Data in focus

Now, we turn our focus to the minutes of the latest Federal Reserve meeting. During their meeting on July 30-31, several Fed members recognised a valid argument for lowering interest rates. However, the policy committee of the central bank ultimately decided to keep rates unchanged. Watch in for more details!

Minutes of Fed meeting in focus

China's investment in manufacturing, infrastructure and real estate have paid off in the past and accelerated growth to unprecedented levels. But as economic growth stalls and the realty sector's returns diminish china is forced to explore new ways to stimulate the economy. Take a look at this next report to find out more

China eyes consumption to revive economy

Byju’s, once the poster child of India's booming Edtech industry, is now facing significant financial challenges. According to a recent update from the founders, the company has failed to disburse July salaries due to its bank account not being restored to the founders following a supreme court order. This adds to the growing woes of Byju’s, which says its founders infused close to one billion U.S. Dollars crore over the past 2.5 years just to keep the company operational. Byju Raveendran, the face of the troubled Ed tech platform claims he has personally contributed 1,600 crore rupees out of the 3,976 crores paid as employee salaries in the last two years. This financial burden comes after Raveendran sold stakes worth3,600 crore rupees between 2015 and 2022.

The lesson in Byju's rise & fall

In the ongoing saga between Hindenburg and the SEBI Chief, calls for an independent probe have gained traction. Media stories suggested a probe is underway. However, separate media reports quoting finance ministry sources show the government has no plans to initiate an investigation at this point. This rise in speculation has highlighted the silence of the government and the SEBI on Hindenburg's allegations.

Hindenburg vs SEBI Chief Saga

Package holidays are making a comeback in Europe. As the cost-of-living rises and travel expenses soar, more people are opting for the all-inclusive convenience of pre-booked trips. Take a look at this report for more…

All-inclusive: The new normal for budget-conscious travelers

Adani group is considering new funding for its flagship firm; the conglomerate has taken action to allay fears about its liquidity risk. The group said it has sufficient cash on hand to satisfy debt payments for over 30 months. This comes as the Hindenburg controversy is turning messy by the day, with the SEBI chief now in the crosshairs.

Adani Group cites cash pile to ease Hindenburg-led concerns

Thailand's economy has shown unexpected resilience, growing by 2.3% in the second quarter, surpassing analysts’ forecasts of 2.1%. This economic strength, combined with the recent election of Paetongtarn Shinawatra as the country's youngest prime minister, has brought a sense of stability to markets that were previously shaken by political turmoil.

Thailand's economy surges amid political stability

India's electric vehicle sector is charging ahead. Companies like mg motor have set ambitious targets. MG aims for 50% of its sales to come from EVs by FY25, driven by models like the upcoming MG Windsor EV. This move reflects a broader trend in India's automotive landscape, as the country races towards a greener future.

Is India ready for a leap in EV revolution? | World Business Watch

Libya's central bank has suspended all operations after its head of information technology was kidnapped in Tripoli. Musab Msallem was abducted from his home by an unidentified group. The bank has linked the incident to a previous siege on its headquarters and threats made to other executives.

Libya’s central bank shuts down operations

Charges of a conflict of interest have been levelled against SEBI Chief Madhabi Puri Buch. The question now doing the rounds is: Did Buch potentially violate SEBI's 2008 policy on officials holding other professional jobs?

SEBI chief's earnings under scrutiny

Southern Africa is grappling with a severe drought exacerbated by the El Nino phenomenon, impacting nearly 68 million people, according to the Southern African development community. The drought has led to widespread food shortages, severely affecting countries such as Zimbabwe, Malawi, and Zambia. The crisis stems from the region experiencing its driest February in a century, with rainfall plummeting to just 20% of usual levels.

El Nino drives Africa's food crisis

Streaming services are increasingly costing consumers more, but it's not just a flash in the pan. Legacy media giants like Disney, Warner Bros. Discovery, Paramount Global, and Comcast are transforming their digital strategies from a subscriber gold rush to a revenue-focused approach. Watch in for more details!

Streamers raise prices: What it means for you?

Former U.S. President Donald Trump’s newly released financial disclosures offer a peek into his impressive portfolio, revealing how he’s amassed a fortune beyond the reach of most. While some assets might seem within grasp for the average investor, Trump’s holdings include a few that only the ultra-wealthy can truly enjoy.

All about Trump’s wealth: From gold bars to crypto

North Korea is set to reopen its doors to international tourists, beginning with the city of Samjiyon by December, according to tour operators Koryo tours and KTG. This move ends a four-year hiatus due to the pandemic and could be a crucial step for North Korea’s struggling economy.

North Korea welcomes tourists back

In the Hindenburg vs Adani saga, markets have looked past the face-off. However, 42,000 crore rupees of mutual funds money is riding on the Adani group firms' stocks. The market impact has waned this time around. However, Hindenburg's allegations could weigh heavily on small investors.

Hindenburg vs SEBI Chief: What are experts' opinions hinting at?

US stocks surged on Friday, concluding their strongest week of 2024. For the week, the S&P 500 advanced nearly 3.9%, its best performance since November 2023. The NASDAQ soared 5.2%, and the Dow climbed 2.9%.

Global markets this week: Cues to watch

Have you ever wondered what it would feel like to have your favorite singer read you the morning news or the weather updates? Well, a new Silicon Valley startup is doing just that. This next report puts the spotlight on how Hollywood's past meets the AI future. Take a look.

AI to revive Hollywood legends' voices

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell will be speaking at the Kansas City Fed’s Jackson hole economic policy symposium next Friday. Powell is expected to deliver a keynote address on the economic outlook on august 23 at the three-day symposium.

Powell's keynote eyes Fed rate cut

In a world where stocks and cryptos often steal the spotlight, gold has once again proven it’s more than just a shining metal. Recently, gold prices have glittered to new heights, reaching an all-time high of $2,500 per ounce. So, is it time to consider gold in a portfolio dominated by stocks or will the metal lose its fleeting sparkle? Take a look at this report to find out.

Gold outshines to hit record highs

The Pakistan Business Council has issued a stark warning that numerous multinational companies are contemplating moving their back offices out of Pakistan, with some already executing their exit plans. This move comes in response to severe internet disruptions caused by recent firewall implementations.

Internet issues push firms out of Pakistan

Despite broader economic challenges in the US’ gig economy platforms are thriving. New-age internet first companies have reported impressive growth in revenue this earnings season. So, what does this mean for consumer trends in the world's largest economy? That's what this next report decodes.

Gig economy thrives despite recessionary fears in the US

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell will speak at the Kansas City Fed’s Jackson hole economic policy symposium next Friday. Powell is expected to deliver a keynote address on the financial outlook on August 23 at the three-day seminar.

Powell's Jackson hole speech looms large

We turn our focus to China's property crisis. Bloomberg intelligence reports that China's property crisis is not likely to be fixed anytime soon. Reason: at least 48 million homes have been sold before the construction is finished. Now, developers are finding it difficult to find the funding to finish these unbuilt homes.

Will China's property crisis prolong?

Indian air travelers are finding themselves caught in a web of deceptive practices. A survey by local-circles shows, over 60 percent confirm the use of dark patterns like drip pricing, false urgency, and forced actions on airline apps and websites.

Indian flyers tricked by airline tactics