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Monday, November 4, 2024
Topic2019 World Economic Forum

Topic: 2019 World Economic Forum

India & China affecting world economy much more today, says Angela Merkel

The impact of India and China on world economy needs to be taken into account for a relook at global trade and financial systems, she said.

More Indians than Chinese believe their lives will be better in 5 years: Report

According to a survey, the optimism is even higher among India’s ‘informed’ public, 88% of whom believe they’ll be better off in 5 years’ time.

What is happening in Zimbabwe & China’s anger over gene-edited babies

Chinese probe says gene-editing scientist conducted experiments for 'personal fame', and Greenland’s ice is melting faster than experts predicted.

Indian business leaders more alert to tech misuse than global peers: Study

According to a Deloitte Global survey released at WEF Davos, Indian business leaders also adopt a more inclusive decision-making process.

On Camera

Rank turners take away the fairness of Test cricket, make ordinary spinners extraordinary

The reliance on rank turners almost led to a defeat against Australia in 2023 and a 3-0 Test series loss against New Zealand this year.

Watch CutTheClutter: Flattening INR-USD rate, and debate on pros and cons of a ‘strong’ rupee

In Episode 1544 of CutTheClutter, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta looks at some top economists pointing to the pitfalls of ‘currency nationalism’ with data from 1991 to 2004.

Indian firms sanctioned by US didn’t violate laws, says MEA. Hyderabad firm that supplied to Army on list

Among 19 Indian firms sanctioned by US Treasury Dept was Lokesh Machines Ltd accused of coordinating with 'Russian defence procurement agent to import Italy-origin CNC machines'.

Xi wanted to teach India about imbalance of power. We should take a budgetary lesson from it

While we talk much about our military, we don’t put our national wallet where our mouth is. Nobody is saying we should double our defence spending, but current declining trend must be reversed.