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New levy on non-EU parcels kicks in November 1
The European Union will from November 1 slap a two-euro ($2.25) handling fee on packages from outside the 27-nation bloc in a bid to curb the influx from China.
Trump says Canada trade deal coming 'soon'
A trade agreement between the United States and Canada would be reached "pretty soon," President Donald Trump told a campaign rally on Sunday, nine days ahead of crucial US midterm elections.
France's debt woes in focus as ECB meets
France's deteriorating public finances will take centre stage when the European Central Bank meets this week, but policymakers are not expected to throw a lifeline to the eurozone's second-biggest economy just yet.
NPS Vatsalya offers three choices when a child turns 18
NPS Vatsalya subscribers gain control of their accounts at 18 and may continue, transfer the corpus to regular NPS or exit under specified withdrawal rules.
Maine logging, cross-border ties whipsawed by US-Canada tariff war
In the heat of US midterm elections, President Donald Trump's tariffs on Canada -- and Ottawa's retaliation -- have taken center stage in timber-producing Maine, walloped by the economic fallout perhaps more than any other state.
From Carnegie to Claude: AI wealth could reshape philanthropy
A wave of American wealth created by artificial intelligence companies could produce some of the largest charitable sums since the era of Andrew Carnegie and John D. Rockefeller, raising questions about where the money goes.
India and Russia plan 2027 pilot voyages on Northern Sea Route
India and Russia intend to run pilot voyages on the Northern Sea Route in 2027 as they assess a shorter Arctic shipping link and expand maritime cooperation.
First international flight takes off from new Sydney airport
The first international flight took off Monday from a new, multi-billion-dollar airport in the fast-growing western suburbs of Sydney.
Jio’s next phase turns attention from subscriber growth to returns
Reliance Jio’s next stage will test whether its scale in telecom and digital services can translate into stronger monetisation, disciplined investment and durable shareholder returns.
Nifty heads toward weakest Samvat of Modi era after 13% fall
The Nifty is down about 13% in Samvat 2082, putting Indian equities on course for their weakest Samvat year since Narendra Modi took office in 2014.
India trims weekly wheat auction volume despite strong miller demand
India reduced the wheat offered in its October 28 weekly auction to 101,000 tonnes even as millers reported tight open-market supplies and bids above ₹3,100 a quintal.
Bleems adds UFFF toys and collectibles through Kuwait partnership
Kuwaiti gifting platform Bleems has partnered with toy and collectibles retailer UFFF, making selected products available for same-day delivery through the Bleems app.
Kuwait minister urges focus on investment quality and development impact
Kuwait’s Abdulaziz Al-Marzouq told an investment forum in Doha that sustainable growth depends on investment quality, technology transfer, productivity and stronger private-sector participation.
Kuwait regulators broaden beneficial-owner data cooperation
Kuwait’s Capital Markets Authority and Ministry of Commerce and Industry amended their cooperation agreement to improve the accuracy and exchange of beneficial-owner information.
Succession pressures put Gulf family companies at a crossroads
Gulf family-owned companies face growing succession and governance risks as large fortunes pass to second and third generations without clear ownership plans.
IMF sees regional economy shrinking 1.3% in 2026 amid Iran war
The IMF expects output across the Middle East, North Africa and Pakistan to contract 1.3% in 2026 as the Iran war disrupts energy, shipping, tourism and confidence.
QNB expands cross-border funding for AI and digital infrastructure
QNB Group used its international network during the third quarter to finance AI computing, data centres, fibre networks, sovereign borrowing and business expansion across several markets.
France's Le Pen launches presidential bid vowing to restore 'rule of law'
Marine Le Pen, France's far-right candidate to succeed President Emmanuel Macron, kicked off her campaign Sunday vowing to "restore the rule of law" if elected next year.
J&K Bank raises accident cover for government employees to ₹1 crore
A five-year agreement expands insurance, disability and family benefits for permanent Jammu and Kashmir government staff while adding loan and banking concessions.
Technical outlook diverges for Bharti Airtel, PFC, REC and Alkyl Amines
Technical analysis sees recovery potential in Bharti Airtel but continuing downside risks for PFC, REC and Alkyl Amines Chemicals.
IRDAI gives stakeholders until October 31 to comment on distribution reforms
India’s insurance regulator extended its consultation after receiving more than 650 comments on proposals affecting commissions and management expenses.
Kuwait legal department reviews new commercial concealment law
The Fatwa and Legislation Department opened its second annual legal cultural season with a discussion of Kuwait’s new anti-concealment rules.
KIB Group nine-month profit rises 30% to KD 26.6 million
Kuwait International Bank reported higher profit, operating income and financing assets for the first nine months of 2026, alongside a $500 million sukuk issue.
Doha opens ninth World Investment Forum focused on future investment
The ninth World Investment Forum opened in Doha under the theme “Investing in the Future,” bringing together government, business and investment leaders for three days of talks.
Demonstrators wounded as Portugal police clear housing protest camps
Portuguese police again cleared tents set up by protesters against skyrocketing housing prices overnight Sunday, with organisers criticising the brutality of the officers involved.
Far-right leader Le Pen kicks off presidency tilt in wake of France protests
Marine Le Pen, France's far-right candidate to succeed President Emmanuel Macron in elections in six months, was to give her first campaign speech on Sunday, a day after protests sweeping the country again flared into violence.
Musk accuses Ukraine of violating Starlink's terms of service
Tech tycoon Elon Musk accused Ukraine on Saturday of violating Starlink's terms of service by using it for "drone strikes to kill people", after tension between Washington and Kyiv over disruptions to the SpaceX-made network crucial to the Ukrainian army's operations.
25,000 rally in Madrid demanding state pension guarantees
Authorities said 25,000 people marched through central Madrid on Saturday demanding protection for the Spanish state pension scheme, one of the hot topics in a parliamentary election next month.
Police fire tear gas as new French demonstrations kick off
French police started firing tear gas at protesters Saturday as they stepped up security in major cities aiming to prevent a repeat of rioting a week ago, on a day of fresh nationwide demonstrations over the high cost of living.
France to deploy 70,000 police for fresh weekend protests
France will deploy about 70,000 police nationwide as it braces for new protests on Saturday after some of the worst urban violence in years erupted on the sidelines of demonstrations a week ago.
As Israeli election nears, campaign turns ugly
Days ahead of close-fought Israeli elections, campaigns have gone into overdrive with poor-taste jibes and inflammatory attacks against candidates, sometimes crossing red lines.
France to deploy 70,000 police as students urge further protests
France will deploy some 70,000 police nationwide as it braces for new protests this weekend after some of the worst urban violence in years erupted on the sidelines of demonstrations a week ago, the government said Friday.