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Why these 7 energy and power stocks to see market attention on Monday (June 30, 2025)
Russian oil giant PJSC Rosneft Oil Company is in early talks with Reliance Industries for the sale of its 49.13 per cent stake in Nayara Energy, which operates a 20-million-tonnes-a-year oil refinery and 6,750 petrol pumps in India, sources said....

Bhutanese boulder exports via Fulbari impacted due to protest
Syndicate members block Bhutanese trucks There should be 200 to 250 boulder carrying Bhutanese trucks plying everyday via Fulbari in West Bengal into Bangladesh, however, the number has been reduced to only around 50 to 60 due to a ‘hunger strike’...

Accelerate development of plug-and-play industrial parks: Cushman & Wakefield
Abhishek Bhutani, managing director, Logistics & Industrial Services India, Head- Gujarat, Cushman & Wakefield, said India's manufacturing sector is at an inflection point.New Delhi: Developing industrial parks with plug-and-play facilities at...

‘Arunachal poised for industrial takeoff under UNNATI 2024’: Nyato Dukam
OUR CORRESPONDENT Itanagar: Arunachal Pradesh Industries Minister Nyato Dukam on Saturday emphasised that the state is ready to become a launch pad for industrial growth and innovation, offering vast potential for sustainable investment and...

Thimphu hosts World Music Day concert with over 90 artists on stage
Bhutan joined the global celebration of World Music Day today, highlighting the healing power of music. Despite the summer rain, many people gathered to enjoy the concert in Thimphu. The concert featured over 90 artists performing different genres...

India’s Manufacturing boom: Govt infrastructure push drives manufacturers’ capital investment
Economy News Infrastructure Investment Fuels 88% of Manufacturers’ Capital Spending in India (Pic: depositphotos) New Delhi: Government push to infrastructure has influenced capital investment decisions of 88 percent of respondent manufacturers,...

How to Mine Free BTC on Your Phone with Cloud Mining: A Step-by-Step Guide 2025
MiningToken, a rising cloud mining platform based in Switzerland, has quickly built a loyal user base. However, many crypto enthusiasts still have questions when using MiningToken for the first time. This guide is specially designed for mobile...
Bhutan Slashes Vehicle Taxes to Boost Affordability and Economic Growth
In a landmark decision, the Royal Government of Bhutan (RGoB) has announced a sweeping reduction in vehicle taxes, following the complete removal of the Green Tax previously imposed on motor vehicles. This bold initiative aims to make personal...

Arunachal poised for industrial growth under UNNATI scheme: Minister Dukam
Arunachal Pradesh Industries Minister Nyato Dukam on Saturday said that the state is ready to become a launch pad for industrial growth and innovation, offering vast potential for sustainable investment and entrepreneurship. Addressing an...

India News | Arunachal Poised for Industrial Growth Under UNNATI Scheme: Minister Dukam
Itanagar, Jun 28 (PTI) Arunachal Pradesh Industries Minister Nyato Dukam on Saturday said that the state is ready to become a launch pad for industrial growth and innovation, offering vast potential for sustainable investment and entrepreneurship....

Need to accelerate development of plug-and-play industrial parks to boost manufacturing: Report
NEW DELHI, June 28: Developing industrial parks with plug-and-play facilities at fast pace, further reduction in logistics cost and skilling are essential for enhancing manufacturing activities in India, according to Cushman & Wakefield. Real...

A quiet shift in South Asia’s energy landscape
Not many people paid attention when, on a humid June morning, 40MW of electricity began making its way from the rivers in central Nepal to the grids of northern Bangladesh. There was no grand summit, but make no mistake: this unassuming...

A taste of Bhutan now in Guwahati!!!
Guwahati, June 27: In a major boost to India–Bhutan trade and cultural exchange, the first-ever Bhutan Product Outlet has opened recently in Guwahati. The outlet situated at NEDFI Haat in Guwahati is a joint initiative between the North Eastern...

Effective date of Excise and GST Bills threaten to sink vehicle dealers in Bhutan
Ordinary people, the government and Parliamentarians may be happy that the Excise Tax Bill 2025 and the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Amendment Bill 2025 will lead to a sharp reduction in vehicles prices from a minimum of around Nu 113,000 to a...

A remote Himalayan kingdom bet big on bitcoin mining. So far, it has paid off.
Bhutan now boasts a stash of bitcoins worth $1.3 billion, or roughly 40% of the country’s gross domestic product, according to cryptocurrency platform Arkham. It is the third-largest such stockpile held by governments, according to Arkham. Unlike...

Plug-and-play industrial parks to help manufacturing capability of India: Survey
Slow land aggregation, delayed approvals, patchy utilities and weak links to highways and railheads are biggest roadblocks for manufacturers. According to a survey of top executives of manufacturers by Cushman & Wakefield, 97% of respondents...

Swiss-Regulated Bitcoin Cloud Mining App Supports Seamless Multi-Crypto Mining
Switzerland is known as one of the world’s most crypto-friendly countries, promoting a policy of technological neutrality and regulatory inclusiveness. The Swiss Financial Market Supervisory Authority (FINMA) classifies crypto assets like Bitcoin...

Lead exposure may be contributing to high anaemia levels among children in Bhutan
Exposure to lead, which is a toxic metal can cause anaemia. This is according to the World Health Organization, which says severe anaemia or lower number of red blood cells, impairs cognitive and motor development in children. A paediatrician at...

What’s driving drug trafficking in Bhutan? Inmates share reasons
As the world marks the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking today, Bhutan continues to fight a growing battle against drugs. Authorities continue to seize record amounts of illegal substances, especially Spasmo-Proxyvon...

Bhutan Unveils Its Most Advanced Integrated Check Post at Gelephu
Bhutan’s largest and most advanced Integrated Check Post in Gelephu nears completion, promising smarter border control, faster trade facilitation, and a modern gateway to Bhutan’s economic future. The modest border posts of the past are fast...