Gold prices on the Comex exchange are projected to climb to USD 3,600 per troy ounce by the end of 2025, according to a report by Ventura. The forecast follows a fresh record high of USD 3,534.10 on August 7, surpassing the earlier peak of USD 3,509.90 in April this year.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma's eviction drive against illegal encroachments escalates with 26 hectares reclaimed in Rengma Reserve Forest. This follows earlier operations freeing land in Biswanath and Uriamghat as part of a sustained state-wide crackdown.
Bolivia heads to a presidential run-off as centrist Rodrigo Paz leads with 32.8% and conservative Jorge "Tuto" Quiroga follows with 26.4%. MAS, in power since 2005, is "out of the picture," Al Jazeera reports. The run-off will be held on October 19 amid a severe economic crisis.
According to the State Information Service, the decision follows approval on August 11 by the ministerial group for industrial development after occupancy at Egypt's nine existing free zones reached 95%. The new zones will be located in 10th of Ramadan, New October, New Borg El-Arab, and New
The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) rejected the US designation of its Majeed Brigade as a terrorist group, calling it "detached from ground realities." The group says it targets only Pakistani forces, follows international humanitarian law, and will continue its fight for Baloch national liber
Pakistani police in Peshawar have detained numerous undocumented Afghan migrants during intensified operations, seizing weapons and narcotics. The crackdown follows suspended visa renewals and targets those without legal status. Rights groups and the UNHCR warn the measures are worsening Afg
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has issued its formal response to the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) on matters relating to the Terms and Conditions of Network Authorisations under the Telecommunications Act, 2023. This follows a back-reference from the DoT dated Jul
Gurugram (Haryana) [India], August 13: slice, which aims to build India's most loved bank, today unveiled its second UPI-powered physical branch in Gurugram, bringing its technology-forward banking philosophy to northern India. The launch follows the groundbreaking debut of India's first UPI
Mexico has extradited 26 alleged high-ranking cartel members to the US at Washington's request, with assurances against the death penalty. The move, reported by Al Jazeera, comes amid US tariff pressure and follows an earlier transfer of 29 suspects, including Rafael Caro Quintero.
A bomb blast in Balochistan's Mastung district derailed six bogies of the Jaffar Express, but no casualties were reported. Security forces responded quickly, and train services remain suspended until August 14. This follows a series of attacks targeting the region's railway infrastructure.
A South African court ruled that Zambia's former president Edgar Lungu must be buried in Zambia despite his family's wishes, Al Jazeera reported. The ruling follows a two-month dispute, with Zambia's government seeking a state funeral. Lungu's family has appealed the decision amid ongoing co
The meeting came a day after NSA Doval's discussions with Russian President Putin and Security Council Secretary Shoigu, and follows a recent phone call between PM Modi and President Putin.