January 5, 2026

Dubai Gold Prices Soar Over Dh200 Per Gram in 2025, Marking Historic Rally

Dubai’s gold market shocked investors with a 63.5% rise in 24K gold price in 2025. The price jumped from Dh318 to Dh520 per gram, making it a golden year for buyers and investors.

January 4, 2026

US Tariff Hike Slams Andhra Pradesh Seafood Exports, Farmers Face Crisis

After the US raised tariffs on Indian seafood to 50%, Andhra Pradesh's seafood sector faces a sharp decline. Farmers stop planting, exports fall 25% in recent months. Exporters eye China, EU, Russia for new markets.

January 4, 2026

Saudi Arabia Approves $57.9 Billion Borrowing Plan for 2026 with Focus on Debt Sustainability

Saudi Arabia’s Finance Minister approves a $57.9 billion borrowing plan for 2026 to cover a budget deficit and repay debt. The plan aims to keep debt sustainable while boosting local markets and global investor interest.

January 4, 2026

Tamil Nadu Launches New Assured Pension Scheme With Better Benefits and PFRDA Fund Management

Tamil Nadu unveils the Assured Pension Scheme (TAPS), closely modeled on the Old Pension Scheme but with key improvements. Around 6.24 lakh employees under the current system will move to TAPS, which promises better family benefits and pension payouts. The government shifts pension fund investments from LIC to PFRDA for better returns.

January 4, 2026

Trade Union Pushes to End Housing Tax Breaks Fueling Property Inequality in Australia

The Australian Manufacturing Workers’ Union wants to end key housing tax breaks like the capital gains discount and negative gearing. It says these benefits make property costly and unfair. The union urges a new way to help renters buy homes and wants the government to act fast.