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Sunday, April 28, 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

‘Until Scheduled Castes get pen and stick in their hands, they will continue to be killed’

On 4 April 1968, Bansgaon MP Molhu Prasad delivered a speech in the Lok Sabha on the atrocities against the Scheduled Castes and their negligible representation despite reservation.

Government allows export of onions to six countries, sets buffer stock target

The government had imposed an export prohibition in order to ensure adequate domestic availability of onions in the country.

Germany removes restrictions, India can now buy small arms from its firms

Germany’s erstwhile Christian Democratic Union govt, led by Angela Merkel, prevented sale of small arms to police forces in states they perceived had ‘bad human rights record’.

Frontrunner is letting the challenger define this poll campaign. Modi still hasn’t found a big theme

A theme has not yet emerged for BJP & people see lack of a contest, which makes it unexciting. For all these reasons, 2024 is turning out to be an unexpectedly theme-less election.