Economics

Shipping industry proposes levy to speed up zero carbon future

With about 90% of world trade transported by sea, global shipping accounts for nearly 3% of the world's CO2 emissions and the sector is under growing…

COVID-19: Delta surge puts US economic recovery on ice as jobs growth slows

President Joe Biden oversaw a rapid start to America's vaccination programme, but progress has slowed hugely. The US has vaccinated just over 53% of…

Investor confidence most important thing for crypto industry: Nischal Shetty - WazirX

It seems the government may classify crypto currencies depending on the technology they use, as well as their end uses. Are they an asset, are they…

Jobless claims total 340000 lowest level since early days of pandemic

Initial filings for unemployment insurance fell last week to their lowest levels since March 2020, another sign that the labor market…

Centre Extends Deadline For GST Amnesty Scheme Till November 30 2021

Government has extended the last date for availing the GST amnesty scheme till November 30.

The Finance Ministry has extended the last date for availing…

Rupee Hits Two And A Half Months High As Risk Assets Rally

The rupee rose to its strongest in two-and-a-half months, after the US Federal Reserve chairman's comments sparked bets of reduction in stimulus.

The…

Afghanistans economy in crisis after Taliban take-over

The Taliban are in control of Afghanistan for the first time in 20 years. But while they no longer have any military opposition, they now face an economy…

Didi: China ride-hailing giant halts plan to launch in UK

Chinese ride-hailing giant Didi has halted plans to launch in the UK and continental Europe, a source close to the company has told.

The Uber…