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Asian stocks end mixed, Nikkei hits new peak

Mumbai, Oct. 7 -- Asian stocks ended mixed on Tuesday as the U.S. government shutdown dragged on and the French political turmoil deepened. Trading volumes were thin as many regional markets, includi... Read More


Bangladesh, UN stress sustained collaboration, innovation

, Oct. 7 -- Bangladesh and the United Nations (UN) on Tuesday emphasised the importance of sustained collaboration, innovation, and inclusive growth as Bangladesh prepares for its upcoming national el... Read More


Pakistan, China, Russia, Iran unite for peace in AfghanistanPublished on: October 7, 2025 3:25 PM

Pakistan, Oct. 7 -- Pakistan joined China, Russia, and Iran on Tuesday to renew its commitment to a stable and peaceful Afghanistan. The meeting took place in Moscow as part of the 7th Moscow Format C... Read More


UN chief regrets lack of progress in women, peace and security agenda

United Nations, Oct. 7 -- UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Monday regretted the lack of progress in the women, peace and security agenda. "Too often, we gather in rooms like this one -- full ... Read More


'Women are indispensable agents of peace': Ambassador Harish highlights legacy of Indian peacekeepers

New York, Oct. 7 -- India's envoy to the United Nations has highlighted the stellar role of the country's women peacekeepers who continue to lead by example and noted the diverse roles played by perso... Read More


'When women lead, peace follows': UN Women chief urges world to deliver on 25-year-old resolution

India, Oct. 7 -- Summary UN Women's Executive Director Sima Bahous addressed the UN Security Council ahead of the 25th anniversary of Resolution 1325. She warned of "rising military spending" and a g... Read More


Five fastest growing water infra stocks to watch out for in 2026

New Delhi, Oct. 7 -- A few years ago, the government body Niti Aayog identified 21 major Indian cities as being in immediate danger of running out of groundwater. About 55% of India's rural populatio... Read More


Taylor Swift's 'The Official Release Party of a Show Girl' debuts at No. 1 with $33 million

New Delhi, Oct. 7 -- This weekend's box office belonged to two undeniable draws: Taylor Swift and Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson. It might have looked like a heavyweight matchup, but Swift's devoted fanba... Read More


Final list of candidates for CCCI election announced

Dhaka, Oct. 7 -- The final list of the candidates for the election of the Chittagong Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCCI) board of directors has been announced by the Election Board formed by the M... Read More


Phu Quoc anticipates surge in international visitors in year-end months

An Giang, Oct. 7 -- Phu Quoc special zone of An Giang province is gearing up to welcome a significant influx of international tourists in the final months of 2025, as the island continues to consolida... Read More