UK's plan to limit work permits to impact Indian professionals

Last Updated: Thursday, June 11, 2015, 21:01

The industry body also said that the proposals, including introduction of new business levies for businesses employing migrant workers, are likely to put many businesses off employing professionals from countries like India.

Exports may remain flat at $310 bn in FY16: Assocham

Last Updated: Sunday, June 7, 2015, 12:57

The country's exports stood at USD 310.5 billion against a target of USD 340 billion for 2014-15 fiscal.

OECD to strengthen ties with India, other key partners

Last Updated: Friday, June 5, 2015, 15:28

OECD Secretary General Angel Gurria is steering the strategy to "transform the organisation into a more inclusive, global policy network and a prime forum for evidence-based policy exchange and global standard setting".

Oil drops towards $59 on dollar, stock builds

Last Updated: Monday, March 9, 2015, 17:19

Brent crude oil fell towards USD 59 a barrel on Monday as the dollar strengthened and a supply glut pushed global oil inventories to record highs.

UN asks India to set target to cut down carbon emissions

Last Updated: Sunday, January 11, 2015, 22:59

United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki-moon Sunday asked India to set an ambitious target to cut down carbon emissions, saying it is in a unique position to lead sustainability, energy efficiency and fight against climate change.

Ban Ki-moon urges Iraq to address `root causes` of unrest

Last Updated: Tuesday, January 14, 2014, 00:25

UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon urged Iraqi leaders to address the "root causes" of a surge in bloodshed.

Cyclone Phailin damage control recognised by UN

Last Updated: Friday, December 20, 2013, 19:47

The Odisha government`s success in minimising the devastation caused by Cyclone Phailin which struck Odisha in early October came in for UN recognition.

Science, technology key to forging sustainable future: UN

Last Updated: Tuesday, November 12, 2013, 12:49

UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon Monday highlighted the vital role of science and technology in promoting peace and development.

UN hails Sri Lanka elections

Last Updated: Friday, September 20, 2013, 12:42

UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon has hailed Saturday`s provincial elections in Sri Lanka as an important opportunity for reconciliation in the country.

Shopian killings: Geelani to submit memorandum to UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon

Last Updated: Monday, September 16, 2013, 21:44

Hardline Hurriyat Conference Chairman Syed Ali Shah Geelani on Monday said he would submit a memorandum on the killings of unarmed youths in Kashmir to UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon.

No unanimity among economists on the IMF option

Last Updated: Monday, September 2, 2013, 19:42

India should knock the doors of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in order to arrest rupee’s plunge.

S Bal Shekar to act as Lok Sabha Secretary General: Speaker

Last Updated: Monday, September 2, 2013, 18:17

S Bal Shekar, Secretary in the Lok Sabha secretariat, has been asked to perform the duties of the Lok Sabha Secretary General after TK Vishwanathan relinquished his office on August 31.