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Central bank sees signs recovery, but private sector still wary

Kathmandu, Jan. 1 -- A day after the private sector said business confidence has sunk to a historic low, Nepal Rastra Bank struck a more optimistic note, saying the economy has begun to show gradual s... Read More


Egyptian footballer lands in prison for forging academic docs

Hyderabad, Jan. 1 -- A 28-year-old Egyptian footballer, who has previously featured in the English Premier League, was on December 30, 2025, sentenced to one year in prison for allegedly forging his a... Read More


India's hospital sector to sustain 11-12% growth, driven by insurance penetration and medical tourism: CareEdge

New Delhi, Jan. 1 -- India's hospital sector is set for sustained growth with an expected compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11-12 per cent, supported by strong structural demand drivers such as ri... Read More


China Foundation for Rural Development launches agriculture skill training in Khokana

Kathmandu, Jan. 1 -- The (CFRD) has launched a skill development training in agriculture in Khokana, Lalitpur, aiming to strengthen local economic development by improving vegetable production through... Read More


From fireworks to prayers: Malaysia rings in 2026 nationwide

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan. 1 -- Malaysia ushered in 2026 with spectacular fireworks illuminating the skies and a host of spiritual activities across the country. A Bernama check found that Pavilion Kuala Lum... Read More


SAARC spirit alive, it needs to be revived: Prof Yunus

, Jan. 1 -- Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus on Wednesday said SAARC must be revived at any cost, as the presence of high-level dignitaries from member states at the funeral of former Prime Minister ... Read More


Stock market today: Trade guide for Nifty 50, gold price to silver rates - Eight stocks to buy or sell on 1 January 2025

Stock market today, Jan. 1 -- The Indian stock market indices closed higher due to healthy cross-segment buying on the final trading day of 2025, on 31 December 2025. The Nifty 50 index closed 0.74% h... Read More


Anwar joins packed Bukit Bintang crowd to ring in New Year, kick off Visit Malaysia 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan. 1 -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim together with a packed Bukit Bintang crowd welcomed the New Year last night. The New Year was welcomed with a slew of performances by t... Read More


From Lal Chowk to Vaishno Devi: Jammu and Kashmir welcomes 2026 with zeal

Jammu, Jan. 1 -- As India ushered in 2026, Jammu and Kashmir became a central hub of activity, blending festive celebration with spiritual devotion and seasonal beauty. In Srinagar, the heart of the c... Read More


CM Dhami extends New Year 2026 greetings to Uttarakhand residents

Dehradun, Jan. 1 -- Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Thursday extended heartfelt greetings to all residents of the state on the occasion of the Anglo New Year 2026. In his message sh... Read More