Pakistan is set to receive a $7 billion IMF bailout package after fulfilling required conditions with help from friendly nations. The loan aims to alleviate economic distress through stringent reforms and increased revenue. With external debt exceeding $130 billion, financial experts express concerns about the inflationary impact of Pakistan’s debt-driven fiscal deficit management.
Read MoreStudents in Rajasthan have a long weekend starting September 13, 2024, due to Ramdev Jayanti, Khejarli Martyrdom, and Teja Dashami, with a potential holiday on September 16 for Milad-un-Nabi. Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh’s Hathras, and Manipur are also experiencing school closures due to weather and law and order issues. Check details here.
Read MoreMicrosoft announced it will lay off about 650 employees in its gaming division, primarily affecting corporate and support functions. This decision follows the $68.7 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard. Xbox chief Phil Spencer stated that no games or studios are being impacted by these layoffs, which aim to streamline operations for sustainable future growth.
Read MoreBefore the Harris debate, Trump claimed: “Donald Trump is probably the greatest political debater we’ve ever had in American history.” Reality begged to differ.
Read MorePrime Minister Narendra Modi’s Ganesh Puja visit to Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud’s residence has ignited a political debate. Opposition leaders questioned the judiciary’s independence, while BJP defended it as a celebration of secularism. PM Modi on Wednesday visited the residence of CJI on the occasion of Ganesh festival and offered prayers. A...
Read MoreRussian President Vladimir Putin has proposed a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the upcoming BRICS Summit in Russia. During a discussion with National Security Adviser Ajit Doval, Putin extended warm regards to Modi. Doval also briefed Putin on Modi’s recent visit to Ukraine and participated in the BRICS NSAs meeting in...
Read MoreMaoists in Bijapur district executed two villagers by hanging them from a tree after accusing them of being police informers during a ‘jan adalat’ trial. The incident has created fear among locals. Police are attempting to reach the remote village, which is located deep within the forest.
Read MoreBT Group reports detecting 2,000 potential cyber-attack signals every second across its network. Hackers are increasingly targeting sectors such as retail and finance. This data was presented at BT’s Secure Tomorrow cybersecurity event. Recently, Bharti Group acquired a 24.5% stake in BT Group for around $4 billion.
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