Cryptocurrencies should be prohibited: Indian Finance Minister
The minister also said that the Indian government is looking for an international collaboration if such a ban or regulation was to be put into effect.
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Battle to sell broiled eels hits its stride ahead of Day of the Ox
This year, the Day of the Ox falls on a Saturday, when per-customer spending tends to rise, pushing up expectations among retailers and stores specializing in broiled eels.
Covid-19, rising cost of living stall gender parity efforts: WEF
Singapore's ranking improves; Asia lags behind West.
International conflicts, Covid-19 fuel rise in informal employment: Panel
Although the worst of the threats from Covid-19 have passed, knock-on economic consequences of international rows have driven a “significant and worrisome” number of…
India to surpass China as most populous country in 2023: UN report
The world’s population, estimated to reach 8 billion by Nov 15 this year, could grow to 8.5 billion in 2030, and 10.4 billion in 2100,
Moscow turns the screws on foreign, including Asian, firms
President Vladimir Putin's officials are intent on shutting out foreign firms, their actions in Sakhalin projects show.
John Lee to set up research group to assist decision making
The Chief Executive said the group will focus on macro policies and foster ties with the legislature.
Hami melons sent to overseas markets
Hami customs will guide more local orchards to obtain customs registration qualifications so that more melons with certificates of origin can be shipped overseas.
Yoon shrugs off latest polls, but should he?
Disapproval ratings for Yoon’s handling of state affairs continued to outperform his approval ratings despite his recent trip to the Nato summit.
Philippine workers most stressed in Southeast Asia: Gallup poll
In 2021, 44 per cent of employees worldwide polled experienced “a lot of stress the previous day,” higher than 37 per cent in 2018.