World Bank forecasts 3.2% GCC growth in 2025, says smart spending is key to sustained growth | World News

[ad_1] GCC governments poised for growth rebound as the World Bank projects 3.2% regional GDP growth in 2025/Representative Image TL;DR: GCC real GDP growth projected at 3.2% in 2025, rising to 4.5% in 2026, up from 1.7% in 2024. Growth fueled by easing OPEC+ supply cuts and robust expansion in non-oil sectors particularly private consumption, […]

From minimum wage to tax-free income: How Qatar is helping Indian expats grow in 2025 | World News

[ad_1] Indian expat families in Qatar are building stable lives through work, education, and community/ Representative Image TL;DR Qatar is attracting Indian professionals with career growth, safety, and family-friendly living. Indian-run businesses are growing, with fewer barriers to ownership than before. Legal reforms have improved job flexibility and worker protections for Indian expats. For many […]

Amit Burman-backed Poker Sports League finds a growth path outside the real-money gaming trap

[ad_1] Structured like a traditional sports league, with no betting, wagering, or entry fees, the Amit Burman-backed franchise tournament has turned profitable in its sixth season and is now aiming to reach ₹50 crore in revenue by FY29, according to Mind Sports League (MSL). In FY23, the company’s revenue was ₹1.67 crore, which rose to […]

World’s major courts take growing role in climate fight

[ad_1] PARIS: The world’s top court is poised to tell governments what their legal obligations are to tackle global warming, and possibly outline consequences for polluters that cause climate harm to vulnerable countries.Wednesday’s highly anticipated advisory opinion by the International Court of Justice comes in the wake of landmark international decisions that experts say together […]

Abu Dhabi tops global safety list: What the World can learn from UAE | World News

[ad_1] Abu Dhabi’s integrated security and community-focused policing keep it at the top of Numbeo’s global safety rankings for the ninth consecutive year/Image: Wikipedia TL;DR: Abu Dhabi tops Numbeo’s 2025 Crime Index as the world’s safest city. The UAE capital maintains this position for the ninth consecutive year since 2017. Dubai, Sharjah, Ras Al Khaimah, […]

Chess World Cup 2025 to be held in India from October to November

[ad_1] India will host the 2025 FIDE World Cup, one of the most prestigious tournaments in world chess, from 30 October to 27 November, the International Chess Federation (FIDE) announced on Monday. The host city is yet to be confirmed and will be named “in due course”. The tournament will feature 206 players competing in […]

What’s cooking in the Gulf? Health, heritage and premium imports reshape GCC dining | World News

[ad_1] Healthier meals, fusion menus, and premium food imports are defining how Gulf residents eat in 2025/Representative Image TL;DR: GCC consumers are shifting toward healthier, experience-led dining, favouring plant-based, functional, and fusion cuisine. Technology is reshaping dining from digital menus and loyalty apps to cloud kitchens and delivery-first models. The region’s appeal for culinary tourism […]

’10 years of abuse’: UK ex-MP accuses husband of sexual assault; he had championed women’s rights

[ad_1] (AI generated image for representation) As domestic abuse cases in the UK continue to rise, former Conservative MP Kate Kniveton has spoken out about the years of abuse she suffered from her ex-husband, former Tory MP Andrew Griffiths.In a new ITV documentary, Breaking The Silence: Kate’s Story, Kniveton shared how the abuse lasted for […]

India suffer double blow: Nitish ruled out of ENG series, Arshdeep out of Manchester Test

[ad_1] The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has officially confirmed that all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy has been ruled out of the India vs England series. The board also announced that pacer Arshdeep Singh is out of contention for the fourth Test at Old Trafford in Manchester. What happened to Nitish Kumar Reddy? […]

Can you drive in UAE with GCC licence? Eligibility and exchange rules explained | World News

[ad_1] GCC nationals can drive in the UAE with their home licences as visitors but must exchange them upon gaining residency/ Representative Image TL;DR GCC nationals can drive in the UAE using their home country licence while visiting. Once a GCC national becomes a UAE resident, they must exchange their licence. License exchange is done […]