NNW Bureau

WASHINGTON, May 8, 2026 – The World Bank Group has approved US$1 billion in financing to support Egypt’s efforts to boost private sector–led job creation, strengthen macroeconomic and fiscal resilience, and …

Washington, DC: At the request of the Government of Nepal, an IMF capacity development team led by Jonathan Pampolina visited Kathmandu and Birgunj from April 20 to May 6, 2026, to …

Washington, DC: On May 4, 2026, the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) concluded the Article IV consultation[1] with Antigua and Barbuda. The authorities have consented to the publication of …

India have retained their No. 1 position in the ICC Men’s T20I Team Rankings following the annual update released by the International Cricket Council (ICC) on Tuesday. With a rating of 275 points, …

The 12-team ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 will run from June 12 to July 5, with England and Wales set to host the global showpiece.  The 2026 Women’s T20 World Cup …

Three-time Olympian Vinesh Phogat has been ruled ineligible for the Asian Games 2026 selection trials following the criteria announced by the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) on Wednesday. As per the federation, eligibility for …

Across low- and middle-income countries, deficits in nutrition, education, and employment are eroding human potential, costing them more than half their future lifetime earnings. Half of women remain outside the workforce. …

THIMPHU, May 5, 2026 — The Royal Government of Bhutan and the World Bank today signed financing agreements totaling $515 million for the 1,125 MW Dorjilung Hydroelectric Power Project, which will account for …

Development Challenge  For decades, Brazilian states and local governments faced challenges investing in jobs, infrastructure, and environmental management. Strict requirements for spending on pensions, public salaries, and debt repayment left …

Washington, D.C.: A team from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), led by Niko Hobdari, mission chief for Guinea-Bissau, held discussions in Bissau from April 21–29, 2026, on macroeconomic policies for the …