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Trump slams NATO after European leaders push back on Greenland, reaffirms
Updated : 2 months, 1 week ago IST
"Remember, for all of those big NATO fans, they were at 2% GDP, and most weren't paying their bills, UNTIL I CAME ALONG. The USA was, foolishly, paying for them! I, respectfully, got them to 5% GDP, AND THEY PAY, immediately. Everyone said that couldn't be done, but it could, because, bey
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Consumption likely to lead India's growth in 2026 as capex remains subdued
Updated : 2 months, 1 week ago IST
Consumption in India's domestic economy is expected to continue outpacing capital expenditure (capex) in 2026, supported by a fiscal policy pivot towards consumption and a revival in credit, even as corporate investment sentiment remains cautious, according to a report by Nuvama.
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Eddie Murphy explains early exit from Oscars after 'Dreamgirls' loss
Updated : 2 months, 1 week ago IST
Actor and comedian Eddie Murphy has clarified the reasons behind his early departure from the 79th Academy Awards ceremony in 2007 after losing the Best Supporting Actor Oscar for his performance in the musical drama 'Dreamgirls', saying he wanted to avoid spending the rest of the evening re
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Pakistan's cost-of-living crisis forces families to spend two-thirds on su
Updated : 2 months, 1 week ago IST
Pakistan's latest household survey shows families now spend nearly two-thirds of their income on food and utilities due to high inflation. Spending on education and health has sharply declined, while reliance on remittances has increased, highlighting rising inequality and shrinking purchasi
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Indian auto industry closes 2025 on firm footing, broad-based sales growth
Updated : 2 months, 1 week ago IST
India's automobile industry wrapped up calendar year 2025 on a strong footing, with most major manufacturers reporting robust year-on-year growth in December, driven by healthy consumer demand, improved rural sentiment, infrastructure spending, and on the back of a favourable macroeconomi
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India emerging as most optimistic consumer market for 2026; 60% households
Updated : 2 months, 1 week ago IST
India is emerging as the most optimistic consumer market heading into 2026, with a strong rise in household spending intent and confidence levels significantly higher than global peers, according to a report by Nuvama.
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HSBC highlights investment priorities for 2026, beyond AI
Updated : 2 months, 2 weeks ago IST
HSBC Private Bank has outlined four main priorities for investors as they move into 2026, highlighting opportunities created by artificial intelligence, rising investment spending, and the need for greater diversification.
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Zelenskyy 'interested' in getting war reparations from Russia
Updated : 2 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Zelenskyy, who is in Florida, made the comments following a meeting with US President Donald Trump.
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Taiwan must boost defence to deter China, says President Lai
Updated : 2 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Taiwan President William Lai stated the island must strengthen its defence to deter China, stressing that peace depends on strength. He highlighted growing global concern over Taiwan's security and said his government is boosting defence spending and domestic capabilities to safeguard Taiwan
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Pakistan: PTI will not hold talks without street protests, says KP Chief M
Updated : 2 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Afridi made the remarks after spending three days in Lahore mobilising party supporters, at a time when the PTI remains divided internally. While one group of senior leaders has been advocating dialogue, another faction continues to push for street agitation in line with the directions of
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Athiya Shetty shares adorable pic of daughter Evaarah playing with dad KL
Updated : 2 months, 2 weeks ago IST
As the year comes to a close, actor Athiya Shetty has shared a glimpse of her family life, giving fans a look at how they are spending their holidays.
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Japan Cabinet approves record JPY 122.31 trillion budget for FY2026
Updated : 2 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Japan's Cabinet on Friday approved a record initial budget of JPY 122.31 trillion (approximately USD 783 billion) for fiscal 2026, underscoring the newly appointed Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's expansionary fiscal approach aimed at stimulating economic growth and strengthening defence capa
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