Threats of a tariff war are disrupting global production chains and driving up costs, raising concerns that inflation abroad may be on the rise once again. Central Bank Governor Ásgeir Jónsson warned that similar inflationary pressures emerged after the pandemic when supply chains were thrown into disarray. If inflation continues to climb internationally, Iceland could feel the effects through rising prices on imported goods.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented a Banarasi saree in royal blue to Mauritius President Dharam Gokhool's wife, Brinda, during his visit for the National Day celebrations. The saree, crafted from fine silk with silver zari motifs, was presented in a handcrafted Sadeli box from Gujarat, highlighting India's traditional heritage.
The Odisha assembly descended into chaos as BJP and Congress leaders engaged in a scuffle, with accusations of physical altercation. The unrest began during question hour when senior BJP lawmaker Jaynarayan Mishra allegedly pushed Congress MLA Taraprasad Bahinipati. Speaker Surama Padhy allowed proceedings to continue despite the turmoil.
TEHRAN - The Fourth Industrial Revolution is here, and at its core lies the transformative power of artificial intelligence (AI) and data science. Unlike previous industrial revolutions driven by steam, electricity, and computing, this era is defined by intelligent systems that learn, adapt, and make decisions. From manufacturing to finance and retail, AI is reshaping industries, creating efficiencies, and unlocking new possibilities.
TEHRAN – Over the autumn season, some 118,450 marriages and 49,738 divorces were registered across the country, according to the Civil Registration Organization.
TEHRAN – An exhibition of Iranian women’s achievements, titled ‘Iranian women, unwritten stories’, commenced at Iran house of innovation and technology (iHiT) in Tehran on Monday.
TEHRAN –The Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) plans to send a consignment of relief items to war-impacted people in Lebanon.
Russia’s Foreign Ministry has accused Kiev of deliberately launching a raid to coincide with the OSCE’s visit to Moscow Read Full Article at RT.com
TEHRAN –Imposing unfair sanctions against Iran not only increases the costs of implementing treatment and harm reduction programs but also challenges developing effective strategies for combating drug trafficking, the Secretary General of Iranian Drug Control Headquarters (DCHQ) has said.
The cosmetics giant L'Oréal stuck a 'do not use' alert on its dermatologist-backed moisturiser. It is feared the product is contaminated with benzene, which is known to cause cancers.
As a crashed oil tanker leaks 142,000 barrels of jet fuel off the coast of Yorkshire, scientists reveal how rescue teams could contain the spill.
Armed militants took more than 450 train passengers hostage and wounded the train driver in an attack on Tuesday in Pakistan's volatile southwestern Balochistan province, officials said.
The story of a TV chef adopted aged two has become the subject of a new Netflix documentary after a woman claiming to be his long-lost mother came back into his life, with huge consequences.
Kyle Clifford, who raped and murdered his ex-girlfriend Louise Hunt, 25, and killed her mother, Carol, 61, and sister Hannah, 28, also failed to appear throughout his trial.
The attack unfolded ahead of US-Ukrainian talks in Saudi Arabia, as Washington pressures Kiev to make peace with Russia Read Full Article at RT.com
Sophie Gregoire Trudeau reflected on her time during Trudeau's tenure and shared three photos from his farewell speech on Instagram on Monday.
Boyfriend and girlfriend Ryan Duffy, 24, and Ellie Marsden, 20, were killed when their white Citroen Berlingo van left a single-track county lane and collided 'at speed' with a large tree.
The State Department says American personnel in South Sudan are subject to a “strict curfew” due violent crime across the country Read Full Article at RT.com
Russia’s agricultural exports to Africa surpassed $7 billion in 2024, marking a 19% increase from the previous year Read Full Article at RT.com
Tamil Nadu's DMK delegation met Odisha's Leader of Opposition Naveen Patnaik to seek support against the Centre's proposal for delimitation based on population. The DMK also invited Patnaik to join a Joint Action Committee meeting in Chennai on March 22. The DMK is reaching out to various leaders to collectively oppose the delimitation exercise.
Jammu and Kashmir's chief minister responded to RSS general secretary Dattatreya Hosabale's suggestion to replace 'India' with 'Bharat' as the country's name. Abdullah highlighted that the country has historically been referred to as Bharat, India, and Hindustan, allowing individuals to choose their preferred name.
A pedestrian was taken to hospital after sustaining serious injuries in a car crash in Geylang on Monday (March 10). The accident took place along 340 Geylang Road towards Kallang Road. According to Shin Min Daily News, the car crashed into the man, the impact throwing him about two metres away. The man was later seen lying on the ground, with his face covered in blood, Shin Min reported. He also suffered a wound on his thigh. A video of the incident posted on Facebook shows a white Mazda with a crushed bonnet. Paramedics can be seen attending to the injured pedestrian as a crowd gathered around the scene. The male driver, whose car mounted the curb before crashing into the victim, appears to be in a daze following the accident. In response to AsiaOne's queries, the police and the Singapore Civil Defence Force said that they were alerted to the accident at about 10.10 am on Monday. A 48-year-old male driver and a 44-year-old male pedestrian were both conscious when conveyed to hospital. One was taken to Tan Tock Seng Hospital and the other was taken to Raffles Hospital.
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Lalit Modi has dismissed reports of an extradition notice against him as fake news, mentioning his extensive international travels without issue. He also shared an Interpol report denying a Red Corner Notice against him, while Vanuatu's PM stated a zero-tolerance stance towards criminals.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Mauritius highlights the strong historical and cultural ties between the two nations, reinforced by a large Indian-origin population. His engagements included a warm reception by the local diaspora, homage to Mahatma Gandhi, and revisiting significant spiritual sites.
Indian IT firms generated significant free cash flows, mostly returned to shareholders. Experts suggest reinvesting in innovation and global capabilities as AI disrupts traditional models. Strategic investments in computing infrastructure and next-gen companies are recommended to stay competitive amidst evolving technology and trade landscapes.
