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India Becomes 4th 'Most Equal' Country In World, Leaves Behind US, China: World Bank Report

India Becomes 4th 'Most Equal' Country In World, Leaves Behind US, China: World Bank Report

Last Updated:July 06, 2025, 09:35 IST There are three countries ahead of India on the Gini Index, which include Slovak Republic, Slovenia and Belarus. India fourth most equal country in the world (Image: shutterstock)India became the fourth-most...

India fourth ‘most equal’ country, ahead of US & China: World Bank

India fourth ‘most equal’ country, ahead of US & China: World Bank

Inequality in India has come down significantly between 2011-12 and 2022-23, making it the fourth-most equal country globally, according to a World Bank report. Slovak, Slovenia, Belarus top list India’s Gini Index stands at 25.5. In this index, a...

Negotiating from strength: Goyal on trade deal with US

Negotiating from strength: Goyal on trade deal with US

With the Congress criticising the BJP-led NDA government over the proposed trade deal with the US, Union Minister Piyush Goyal on Saturday said India “negotiates from a position of strength and doesn’t operate under external deadlines”. He also...

Iceland is getting a brand-new ‘cascading waterfall’ lagoon

Iceland is getting a brand-new ‘cascading waterfall’ lagoon

Ever visited Iceland’s Blue Lagoon and thought, ‘this is nice and all, but it’s missing a 6.618 metre water feature?’ If the answer’s yes, we’ve got some exciting news. There’s a new lagoon in town: Laugarás Lagoon, which is nestled on the banks...

Justin Bieber releases new album ‘Swag’, will fans still support it amid Druski-Diddy controversy?

Justin Bieber releases new album ‘Swag’, will fans still support it amid Druski-Diddy controversy?

In a surprise move that electrified the music world, pop superstar Justin Bieber dropped his seventh studio album, Swag, on July 11, 2025, marking his first full-length release since 2021’s Justice. The album, released via Def Jam Recordings,...

Justin Bieber surprises fans with new album ‘Swag’ after teasing on social media

Justin Bieber surprises fans with new album ‘Swag’ after teasing on social media

NEW YORK (AP) — Never say never! Justin Bieber surprised fans Friday by releasing “Swag,” his seventh studio album, hours after he teased it on billboards and social media posts. It is his first album since 2021’s “Justice” and his first since...

India-EFTA Trade Deal Expected To Take Effect Within Months: Piyush Goyal

India-EFTA Trade Deal Expected To Take Effect Within Months: Piyush Goyal

(MENAFN- KNN India) New Delhi, July 5 (KNN) The free trade agreement (FTA) between India and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) is expected to come into effect in the coming months, Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal...

Iceland helps 2.2 million families with new scheme – free £5

Iceland and The Food Warehouse is launching a new scheme designed to help the most vulnerable families this summer. The supermarket is not only accepting free school meal vouchers throughout the summer, but is also giving customers a £5 top up,...

Iceland concludes Samherji fishrot investigation

Iceland’s District Prosecutor has concluded a five-year investigation into the fishing giant Samherji regarding its alleged involvement in the 'Fishrot corruption scandal.' According to Iceland’s national broadcaster RÚV, the investigation...

Iceland's First Cascading Waterfall Lagoon Has a Hot Spring, Swim-up Bar, and Mountain Views

Iceland's First Cascading Waterfall Lagoon Has a Hot Spring, Swim-up Bar, and Mountain Views

Laugarás Lagoon A rendering of the lower lagoon at Laugarás Lagoon in Iceland. Key Points A new outdoor wellness center, Laugarás Lagoon, will open in Iceland this summer. From hot springs to waterfalls, the lagoon offers tranquility and...

India-EFTA Trade Deal Expected To Take Effect…

India-EFTA Trade Deal Expected To Take Effect…

New Delhi, July 5 (KNN) The free trade agreement (FTA) between India and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) is expected to come into effect in the coming months, Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal announced on Friday. The...

Switzerland Women vs Iceland Women Prediction and Betting Tips | July 6th 2025

Switzerland Women vs Iceland Women Prediction and Betting Tips | July 6th 2025

Switzerland Women and Iceland Women will trade tackles on matchday two of the 2025 UEFA Women's European Championship on Sunday (July 6th). The game will be played at Stadion Wankdorf. The hosts began their tournament on a bright note against...

We negotiate from position of strength, not under deadlines: Goyal on US trade deal

We negotiate from position of strength, not under deadlines: Goyal on US trade deal

Bengaluru, Jul 5 (PTI) With the Congress mocking the BJP-led NDA government over the proposed trade deal with the US, Union Minister Piyush Goyal on Saturday said India negotiates from a position of strength and not under deadlines. He also...

‘We Negotiate From Position of Strength, Not Under Deadlines’: Union Minister Piyush Goyal on India-US Trade Deal After Congress Jab

‘We Negotiate From Position of Strength, Not Under Deadlines’: Union Minister Piyush Goyal on India-US Trade Deal After Congress Jab

Bengaluru, July 5: With the Congress mocking the BJP-led NDA government over the proposed trade deal with the US, Union Minister Piyush Goyal on Saturday said India negotiates from a position of strength and not under deadlines. He also accused...

India negotiates from position of strength, not under deadlines: Piyush Goyal on US trade deal after Congress jab

India negotiates from position of strength, not under deadlines: Piyush Goyal on US trade deal after Congress jab

Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal on Saturday said India negotiates from a position of strength and not under deadlines. He accused the Congress of "negotiating and signing agreements that were not in the national interest" during the UPA...

WIPO Announces 2025 Global Awards Winners: Recognizing IP-Driven Innovation and Impact

WIPO Announces 2025 Global Awards Winners: Recognizing IP-Driven Innovation and Impact

Geneva, July 11, 2025 PR/2025/938 Ten SMEs and startups are the winners of this year’s WIPO Global Awards, with products including antibody therapeutics, sign-to-speech gloves, next-generation memory chips and sustainable protein...

India does not negotiate under deadlines: Piyush Goyal on US trade talks

India does not negotiate under deadlines: Piyush Goyal on US trade talks

Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal on Saturday said India negotiates from a position of strength and not under deadlines. He accused the Congress of "negotiating and signing agreements that were not in the national interest" during the UPA...

We negotiate from position of strength, not under deadlines: Piyush Goyal on U.S. trade deal after Congress jab

We negotiate from position of strength, not under deadlines: Piyush Goyal on U.S. trade deal after Congress jab

Union Minister Piyush Goyal. File photo: @PiyushGoyal via X With the Congress mocking the BJP-led NDA government over the proposed trade deal with the U.S., Union Minister Piyush Goyal on Saturday (July 5, 2025) said India negotiates from a...

Prasidh Krishna brutally trolled after poor show with ball against England; ‘People say its expensive in Iceland, but…’

Prasidh Krishna brutally trolled after poor show with ball against England; ‘People say its expensive in Iceland, but…’

At a time when Mohammed Siraj and Akash Deep received plaudits for their exploits in the ongoing second Test against England in Birmingham, India pacer Prasidh Krishna became the topic of sharp criticism from fans and experts for his wicketless...

Business : Diversification Ensures Malaysia's Economy Remains Resilient

Business : Diversification Ensures Malaysia's Economy Remains Resilient

By Samantha Tan Chiew Tieng PUTRAJAYA, July 2 (Bernama) – Malaysia remains on solid footing due to its inclusive and long-term economic strategy despite geopolitical tensions in the Middle East raising concerns over the potential closure of the...

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