India’s Chess Prodigies
101 East enters the high-stakes world of Indian chess and meets players reshaping the game on the global stage.
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Only 17% of targets to improve life around the world are likely to be reached by 2030, UN reports
UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The United Nations warned Friday that only 17% of its 169 targets to improve life for the world’s more than 7 billion people are on track to be reached by the 2030 deadline.
Myanmar poverty deepens, economic growth stagnant, World Bank says
YANGON — Poverty in Myanmar is more widespread than at any time in the last six years and growth in the conflict-torn nation is likely to remain at a measly one per cent in the current fiscal year with little respite in sight, the World Bank said on June 12.
A Champion Sherpa Died Guiding Foreigners. Is It Too Dangerous?
In July 2023, the mountaineer Tenjen Lama Sherpa guided a Norwegian climber to summit the world’s 14 highest peaks in record time. In a sport that demands an alchemy of sinewy resolve and high-altitude faith, Mr. Lama did everything his client did and more. But she received most of the money, fame and attention.
Myanmar junta arrests dozens in bid to stabilise currency
Myanmar's junta is cracking down on gold and foreign exchange traders and agents selling foreign real estate, with 35 arrests announced in the last two days as part of efforts to stabilise its rapidly depreciating currency.
India election 2024: Modi touts roaring economy as he seeks re-election, but many people ‘really struggling’
Narendra Modi swept to power a decade ago on promises to transform India’s economy, and it would be hard to argue he hasn’t made strides. As he seeks a third term as prime minister, the country’s economic growth is the envy of the world, its stock markets are booming, and new buildings and highways are popping up everywhere.
Modi touts India’s roaring economy as he seeks reelection, but many feel left behind
SAMASTIPUR, India (AP) — Narendra Modi swept to power a decade ago on promises to transform India’s economy, and it would be hard to argue he hasn’t made strides. As he seeks a third term as prime minister, the country’s economic growth is the envy of the world, its stock markets are booming, and new buildings and highways are popping up everywhere.