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Fonepay partners with Alipay+ to enable cross-border QR payments in Nepal

Kathmandu, Aug. 30 -- Fonepay, Nepal's leading Payment System Operator (PSO), has forged a landmark partnership with Alipay+. This partnership enables its interoperable QR network to accept cross-bord... Read More


Ludhiana: Anganwadi ration at risk as Shimlapuri centre lacks storage

Ludhiana, Aug. 30 -- With no proper storage facility at the social security, women and child development centre in Shimlapuri, the foodgrains meant for children under the anganwadi scheme are left pil... Read More


Lebanon frees ex-central bank governor Riad Salameh on record bail

Bangladesh, Aug. 30 -- Former Banque du Liban (BDL) governor Riad Salameh, once hailed as the architect of Lebanons financial system, has been released on bail of over $20 million after nearly a year ... Read More


Budget crunch hits JE awareness campaigns in hard-hit areas

Kathmandu, Aug. 30 -- The Rapti Municipality of the Chitwan district reported Japanese encephalitis (JE) cases in the first week of July. However, the local unit has not taken any measures against the... Read More


Lithuania fines Bankera-affiliated firm over compliance failures

Bangladesh, Aug. 30 -- The Lithuanian financial watchdog has once again placed the spotlight on one of the countrys most controversial cryptocurrency ventures. On August 29, the Bank of Lithuania anno... Read More


PM Modi reaches China for first visit in 7 years, to meet Xi and Putin, attend SCO Summit

India, Aug. 30 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in China on Saturday for his first visit in seven years, during which he will hold meetings with Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian Preside... Read More


School enrolments in Punjab's govt schools drop by 1.5 lakh: Edu min report

Ludhiana, Aug. 30 -- Government schools in Punjab have recorded a worrying decline in enrolment, with more than 1.5 lakh fewer students on the rolls this year compared to the last session, according t... Read More


Disposal of error-ridden 'Mahan Kosh: Punjabi varsity VC, registrar among 4 booked for sacrilege

Patiala, Aug. 30 -- Patiala police on Friday booked Punjabi University vice-chancellor Dr Jagdeep Singh and other staff members for sacrilege over 'disrespectful' disposal of copies of 'error-ridden' ... Read More


Escaping the middle-income trap - Ahmad Ibrahim

Kuala Lampur, Aug. 30 -- The spectre of the "middle-income trap" haunts many nations. Having clawed their way out of poverty through grit and low-cost manufacturing, they find progress stalling. Wag... Read More


Tarot Horoscope Today: Zodiac Sign Predictions for August 30, 2025: Be proud of your achievements

India, Aug. 30 -- Tarot invites you to pause and listen. Today's reading reveals insights that can help you stay balanced and purposeful, whether in relationships, career, or self-care. Let the cards'... Read More