World Bank: One in Four Developing Countries Poorer Than 2019 Amid Slowing Global Growth

January 13, 2026

World Bank: One in Four Developing Countries Poorer Than 2019 Amid Slowing Global Growth

A quarter of developing countries are poorer than before the pandemic, warns World Bank. Global growth slows, threatening jobs and poverty reduction.

NSW Govt Warns 50% CGT Discount Drives Up Property Prices, Hurts First-Time Buyers

January 13, 2026

NSW Govt Warns 50% CGT Discount Drives Up Property Prices, Hurts First-Time Buyers

NSW government says the 50% capital gains tax discount helps wealthy investors push property prices up. It worsens housing affordability and costs billions in lost tax revenue. The CGT discount is under federal scrutiny, with calls to end the tax break to aid first-time buyers.

Telangana Showcases Growth, Investment Vision at WEF 2026 Davos Summit

January 13, 2026

Telangana Showcases Growth, Investment Vision at WEF 2026 Davos Summit

Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy leads a high-level team to WEF 2026 in Davos, hosting global CEOs and unveiling new policies. The state champions its 'Telangana Rising 20247' vision to lure investments in IT, life sciences, AI, and manufacturing.

Tamil Nadu’s Educational Loan Accounts Drop Sharply, Still Lead India

January 13, 2026

Tamil Nadu’s Educational Loan Accounts Drop Sharply, Still Lead India

Tamil Nadu sees a big fall in active educational loan accounts from 9.1 lakh to 3.1 lakh, driving India’s overall decline. Loan amount per borrower doubles despite fewer loans.

Kempegowda Airport Handles 43.82M Passengers in 2025, Sets New Daily Records

January 12, 2026

Kempegowda Airport Handles 43.82M Passengers in 2025, Sets New Daily Records

Kempegowda International Airport served 43.82 million passengers in 2025, growing 8%. It hit record daily passenger and cargo numbers and climbed to second in domestic flights.