India's foreign exchange reserves surged by $2.362 billion to $703.308 billion in the week ending April 17, following a previous gain of $3.825 billion. This increase, driven by rising foreign currency assets and gold reserves, marks a rebound after a decline caused by Middle East geopolitical tensions.
Yang Youlin, a former Nanjing economic development official, has been sentenced to death by a Chinese court for accepting over 2.21 billion yuan ($325 million) in bribes and other corruption charges. The sentence includes asset confiscation and recovery of illicit funds.
Luxury brand Caviar has released its "Flagship" collection, featuring custom versions of a rumored foldable iPhone Ultra. Available in 24K gold and other premium materials, these devices are priced from $13,840, anticipating Apple's official foldable iPhone launch.
A bomb explosion injured at least three people at a rally organized by Bangladesh's National Citizen Party (NCP) in Savar on Monday night. The blast occurred during the party's nationwide July March campaign, which demands political and economic reforms.
Cristiano Ronaldo stated Portugal's Euro 2016 win holds the same emotional value as a World Cup, following his final World Cup exit. He expressed no regrets despite the disappointment of not winning the ultimate prize.
Oil prices edged up Tuesday as traders focused on supply, demand, and recovering shipments via the Strait of Hormuz after a tanker was hit by a projectile. Iran is suspected of recent attacks, raising security concerns.
A tanker traveling near Oman caught fire early Tuesday after a projectile strike in the Strait of Hormuz. The UK Maritime Trade Operations Centre confirmed the vessel was hit, with no immediate environmental impact reported. Authorities are investigating, and Iran is suspected.
