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Saturday, September 27, 2025
TopicWorld Bank

Topic: World Bank

The world’s most polluted air is in India and it’s killing people

India's healthcare costs & productivity losses from pollution are as much as 8.5% of GDP, according to the World Bank.

Don’t let border tensions hamper trade: UN & World Bank economists to India, Pakistan

India's decision to withdraw the MFN status from Pakistan would boost informal trade, that is, smuggling & corruption, UN & World Bank experts said.

India was the largest borrower from World Bank for 3 of last 4 years

World Bank assistance to India peaked in fiscal year 2010 at $9.3 billion, and help has been provided across sectors like road and power infrastructure, agriculture, health etc.

Trump attacks the World Bank by nominating an unconventional chief

Donald Trump's nominee for the post of World Bank president has been a critic of multilateral institutions.

What’s different about this year’s Davos?

From a focus on mental health to the participation of more women, Davos is set for a makeover this year. Here’s what else is happening around the world.

White House considering Indra Nooyi for post of World Bank president: Report

The New York Times said that Nooyi has been courted as an administration ally by Ivanka Trump, who is playing a role in the selection of a nominee.

New study raises questions about China’s borrowing at World Bank

World Bank still loans an average of $2 billion a year to China.

There’s good reason to give up on the World Bank

The World Bank has simply not been effective enough at what is supposed to be its core task

11 accused put to trial in Saudi Arabia in Jamal Khashoggi murder case

Robots haven’t yet taken all our jobs, says new World Bank report, and Brazil President Bolsonaro moves to keep his poll promises.

J&K govt calls for speedy implementation of Rs 1,500 crore World Bank-funded projects

The World Bank sanctioned a loan of Rs 1,500 crore in 2016 for infrastructure upgradation in J&K.

On Camera

The Bads of Bollywood finally gives us the sidekick that everyone needs

Sidekicks are quintessential in Bollywood, and every few years, when a star or lead shines, a filmmaker reminds us that the person next to the hero is a key ingredient in the recipe.

Market regulator SEBI clears Adani Group of impropriety alleged by Hindenburg Research

SEBI probe concluded that purported loans and fund transfers were paid back in full and did not amount to deceptive market practices or unreported related party transactions.

With MiG-21’s exit, India’s squadron strength hits 6-decade low. What are IAF’s plans for the Tejas

While the IAF remains committed to the Tejas programme and has placed orders for 180 Tejas Mk1A, the force is eagerly waiting for the Tejas Mk 2 version.

India doesn’t give walkovers to Pakistan in war. Here’s why it shouldn’t do it in cricket either

Many really smart people now share the position that playing cricket with Pakistan is politically, strategically and morally wrong. It is just a poor appreciation of competitive sport.