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Vietnam gears up for full-force growth push in 2026

Hanoi, Jan. 15 -- Achieving double-digit economic growth in 2026 is widely seen as an "uphill battle", prompting Vietnam to pool resources early and push hard from the outset of the year. Which growt... Read More


"Mega city" ready for new development opportunities: HCM City leader

Ho Chi Minh City, Jan. 15 -- With the impressive results achieved in 2025, Ho Chi Minh City has not only reaffirmed its role as Vietnam's economic locomotive but is also poised for "new development op... Read More


Trump says Iran paused execution plans as protests rage

Dhaka, Jan. 15 -- U.S. President Donald Trump said Wednesday he had been told "on good authority" that Iran has stopped plans to carry out executions, even as Tehran signals fast-track trials and hars... Read More


BJP and NCP workers clash over alleged cash distribution in Pune

Pune, Jan. 15 -- A clash broke out between workers of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) in the Dhayari area following allegations of cash distribution to voters... Read More


Delhi Police chief chairs inter- state coordination meet ahead of R- Day celebrations

New Delhi, Jan. 15 -- Ahead of the Republic Day 2026, in a bid to ensure incident free celebrations, the Delhi Police Commissioner Satish Golcha on Thursday chaired a meeting attended by senior police... Read More


Comeback: "Dhurandhar 2" to showcase past of Akshaye Khanna's character

Mumbai, Jan. 15 -- Akshaye Khanna is set to return to the "Dhurandhar" franchise in a limited capacity in "Dhurandhar 2", notwithstanding the definitive conclusion of his character's arc in the first ... Read More


Iran shuts down airspace for flights to or from Iran

Cairo, Jan. 15 -- Iran issued a Notice to Airmen alert late on Wednesday night, closing its airspace to all flights except international flights with prior permission from the country, media reported.... Read More


Chinese expert hails Vietnam's 2025 GDP growth as standout achievement

Beijing, Jan. 15 -- Vietnam's GDP growth of 8.02% in 2025 stands out as a notable achievement, reflecting the country's strong resilience and dynamism amid a complex and volatile global economic envir... Read More


Bihar assembly budget session to begin on 2 February

Patna, Jan. 15 -- The Budget Session of the Bihar Legislative Assembly and the Legislative Council will commence on 2 February with the Governor's address. The session will continue till 27 February. ... Read More


Manipur election team to take part in international conference on democracy

Imphal, Jan. 15 -- : A team of officials and experts from Manipur led by Chief Electoral Officer (CEO), Manipur will take part in the India International Conference on Democracy and Election Managemen... Read More