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Binance CEO Bullish on India, Seeks Regulatory Clarity to Boost Crypto Market Standing
Advertisement     In a recent interview with CNBC at the ongoing Hong Kong Fintech Week (November 3-7), Binance CEO Richard Teng said India is an important market for cryptocurrency due to its large tech-savvy youth population. He also hoped that if the Indian government and regulators bring more clarity on regulations, it can boost India’s standing in the global cryptocurrency market.
India Tops Global Crypto Adoption for 3rd Straight Year
Advertisement     A new report by blockchain analytics firm TRM Labs reveals that India ranks No. 1 in crypto adoption, followed by the United States and Pakistan. India has been at the top for the third consecutive year. The report also discloses that South Asia has emerged as the fastest-growing region in crypto adoption, with an 80% surge during January-July 2025 compared to the same period last year.
Arun Kumar Shrivastav
78 POSTS Having worked on the desk of some of India’s most notable newspapers such as Business Standard, DNA, and Millennium Post, Arun considers himself as a mainstream print journalist. He is fascinated by Cryptocurrencies, especially Bitcoin, and keen on the growth of the space. Reach Out > Arun.Kumar.Shrivastav [at] zycrypto.com
Trump's Win Ignites Bitcoin Boom
By Arun Kumar Shrivastav Bitcoin has been rising over the past few weeks and it is currently trading at above $90,000. With the $92,000 level breached, Bitcoin seems headed for the $100K mark. Bitcoin has surged 36.33% in 1 month, over 20% in 7-day and 3.45% in 24 hours. In a year-long period, BTC has surged a whopping 147%. For the critics of Bitcoin, it’s a challenging moment. However, this is historic for those who see BTC as the currency of the future.
School Education In Bihar Is In Doldrums With Frauds In Recruitment Of Teachers
By After the recruitment of over 2 lakh school teachers in less than three months (November 2023 to January 2024), Bihar school education is plagued by the news of fraudulent documents used by the candidates for their appointments. Processes, such as e-service books and a dedicated portal to deal with transfer requests, are being put in place. These platforms will also be used for checking and verifying the documents submitted by teachers.
Trump’s Win Ignites Bitcoin Boom, India Watches From The Sidelines
By Bitcoin has been rising over the past few weeks and it is currently trading at above $90,000. With the $92,000 level breached, Bitcoin seems headed for the $100K mark. Bitcoin has surged 36.33% in 1 month, over 20% in 7-day and 3.45% in 24 hours. In a year-long period, BTC has surged a whopping 147%. For the critics of Bitcoin, it’s a challenging moment. However, this is historic for those who see BTC as the currency of the future. BTC is within striking distance of the $100K mark.
New Trump Regime Is Expected To Take Unconventional Approach To Foreign Policy
By With Donald Trump winning the US presidency, there is widespread speculation about how global dynamics may shift. His victory is undoubtedly significant, as it signals major changes in the US administration. Not only will Trump occupy the White House, but he will bring in a completely new leadership team. Key positions, from the Secretary of State to the Secretary of Defense, will see new appointments.
Trump Vs. Harris In The Final Hours Of The 2024 Presidential Election
By Arun Kumar Shrivastav The American Presidential Election 2024 has come to its final moments, with polling slated to take place in less than 24 hours. It’s either Kamala Harris of the Democratic Party or Donald Trump of the Republican Party who will be the next US president, arguably the most powerful executive across the global political firmament. What is the essential difference between these two political US president hopefuls?
Limited Storage Capacity Threatens India’s Rice Management Efforts
By By November 1, India’s rice stock is projected to reach a record high of 30 million tons, marking the highest level in two decades. Managing such a substantial stockpile presents significant logistical challenges. To reduce this surplus, the government has implemented various measures in recent months. These include allowing states to directly procure rice from the Food Corporation of India (FCI), permitting the export of non-basmati white rice, and lifting the export duty on parboiled rice.
Indian Railways for Onion Transport
By Arun Kumar Shrivastav Recently, the Indian government’s Department of Consumer Affairs announced that 1600 metric tons of onions procured by the National Cooperative Consumers Federation of India Ltd was shipped by the railway from Nashik to Delhi. The quantity of 42 BCN (Bogie Covered New) was enough to fill 53 trucks. The initiative was taken under the price stabilisation fund, and it’s the first time that onions were transported in bulk by railway under this programme.
Bihar school education gets a Digital makeover with E-service books
The next step is to equip teachers with proper tools for coaching By Arun Kumar Shrivastav Bihar often creates contrasting images about itself. On the one hand, it produces many IAS, IPS, and professionals in other fields. On the other hand, school education with mass copying in the exams and malpractices in evaluating the copies are too familiar to be talked about. Over the years, government jobs were far and few between. The payment of salaries was delayed by several months.
Bihar School Education Gets A Digital Makeover With E-Service Books
By Bihar often creates contrasting images about itself. On the one hand, it produces many IAS, IPS, and professionals in other fields. On the other hand, school education with mass copying in the exams and malpractices in evaluating the copies are too familiar to be talked about. Over the years, government jobs were far and few between. The payment of salaries was delayed by several months. However, all these images should change now. The Bihar Education Department, for example, offers some freshness.
Edtech Coaching Institutes Attracting Huge Funds
By Arun Kumar Shrivastav India’s coaching institutes have become a cornerstone of academic success, particularly in competitive exams like the IIT-JEE, NEET, and other national-level entrance tests. In recent years, these institutes have seen substantial financial growth. Not only are they shaping the future of millions of students, but they are also attracting significant investment from global and domestic investors.
Indian Railways For Onion Transport Amid Focus On Price Stabilisation
By Recently, the Indian government’s Department of Consumer Affairs announced that 1600 metric tons of onions procured by the National Cooperative Consumers Federation of India Ltd was shipped by the railway from Nashik to Delhi. The quantity of 42 BCN (Bogie Covered New) was enough to fill 53 trucks. The initiative was taken under the price stabilisation fund, and it’s the first time that onions were transported in bulk by railway under this programme.
Political instability and floods increase Bangladesh’s economic woes
Readymade garments industry is worst affected leading to fall in exports By Arun Kumar Shrivastav Months of unrest and violence leading to change of the government in Bangladesh is still taking a toll on its economy and its geopolitical neutrality. Recent floods in August and October have further pushed the country to the wall, making food prices rise by 20% in recent months.
Political Instability And Floods Increase Bangladesh’s Economic Woes
By Months of unrest and violence leading to change of the government in Bangladesh is still taking a toll on its economy and its geopolitical neutrality. Recent floods in August and October have further pushed the country to the wall, making food prices rise by 20% in recent months. Bangladesh’s garment industry lost $400 million due to disruptions caused by the recent student-led revolution that ousted Awami League’s Sheikh Hasina as the premier.
GIFT City, India’s Sole International Financial Services Centre Attracts Global Investment
By GIFT City, India’s sole international financial services center, continues to make significant strides in attracting global investment and fostering innovation. Recent developments by Power Finance Corporation (PFC) and Anicut Capital highlight the growing confidence in GIFT City’s potential. Established in 2007, this ambitious project has witnessed significant growth, attracting numerous financial institutions and investors.
Asean Summit Calls for Peace Talks to End Hostilities in Myanmar
By Arun Kumar Shrivastav At the recently concluded annual ASEAN Summit, member nations called for “an immediate cessation” of violence and the creation of “a conducive environment for the delivery of humanitarian assistance and inclusive national dialogue.” The conflict between Myanmar’s military government and armed rebel groups whose size and number have grown significantly since the coup in 2021.
Edtech Coaching Institutes Attracting Huge Funds From Investors
By India’s coaching institutes have become a cornerstone of academic success, particularly in competitive exams like the IIT-JEE, NEET, and other national-level entrance tests. In recent years, these institutes have seen substantial financial growth. Not only are they shaping the future of millions of students, but they are also attracting significant investment from global and domestic investors.
ASEAN Summit Calls For Peace Talks To End Hostilities In Myanmar
By At the recently concluded annual ASEAN Summit, member nations called for “an immediate cessation” of violence and the creation of “a conducive environment for the delivery of humanitarian assistance and inclusive national dialogue.” The conflict between Myanmar’s military government and armed rebel groups whose size and number have grown significantly since the coup in 2021.
Record Indian Gold Imports
By Arun Kumar Shrivastav A surge in Indian demand for gold jewellery and bars, following a recent import duty reduction, is pushing global gold prices to record highs. According to government data, India’s August gold imports reached a record high of $10.06 billion. This translates to roughly 131 tonnes, making it the sixth-highest volume on record (according to Metals Focus).
ASEAN Leaders Talk To Myanmar Junta For Ending Civil War In Country
By Southeast Asian leaders held talks with a representative from Myanmar’s junta during a regional summit on Wednesday, as they sought to revive stalled diplomatic efforts aimed at ending the country’s ongoing civil war. The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) convened its annual summit on Wednesday, with the protracted civil war in Myanmar and territorial disputes in the South China Sea set to dominate discussions.
Record Indian Gold Imports Drive Global Prices To All-Time High
By A surge in Indian demand for gold jewellery and bars, following a recent import duty reduction, is pushing global gold prices to record highs. According to government data, India’s August gold imports reached a record high of $10.06 billion. This translates to roughly 131 tonnes, making it the sixth-highest volume on record (according to Metals Focus).
Regional Rural Banks Are Getting Big Focus In North Eastern States
By Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs, Nirmala Sitharaman, chaired a key meeting on September 30 in Itanagar to review the performance of seven Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) serving the North East region. The meeting covered RRBs from the states of Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, and Tripura. The meeting was attended by M.
In A Sudden Turn, Myanmar Junta Invites Armed Rebels To Political Talks
By In quick-paced developments, Myanmar’s ruling junta has invited the armed rebel groups to stop fighting and participate in political talks. “We invite ethnic armed groups, terrorist insurgent groups, and terrorist PDF groups which are fighting against the state to give up terrorist fighting and communicate with us to solve political problems politically,” the junta said in a statement.
Leftist Anura Kumara Dissanayake Sworn In As Ninth Sri Lankan President
By Anura Kumara Dissanayake was sworn in on Monday as the ninth President of Sri Lanka in the first election since its economic collapse in 2022. marking a historic moment as the country’s first leftist head of state. The 55-year-old Dissanayake is the leader of the Marxist-leaning Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) party. The swearing-in ceremony at the Presidential Secretariat in Colombo was administered by Chief Justice Jayantha Jayasuriya.
Trudeau Faces Opposition Challenge By Cutting Number Of New Immigrants
By Canadian Prime Minister Justine Trudeau is facing one of the toughest challenges in his nine years in power so far. Early this month, Jagmeet Singh’s New Democratic Party (NDP) withdrew support to Trudeau’s minority government. Now, Trudeau is likely going to face a no confidence motion from the opposition soon. And, in order to survive Trudeau will have to seek new alliances. In his nine years as the Prime Minister, the last two years have been particularly problematic for him.
India needs stronger laws to combat misinformation in expanding digital economy
Protecting sensitive data and action against violators of Cyber security are imperative By Arun Kumar Shrivastav On September 16, the Adani Group issued a press release to address a false statement circulating about its recent projects in Kenya. The fake press release claimed that the group had threatened Kenyan protestors who were opposing the deal to hand over Nairobi's Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) to the Adani Group for operation and maintenance.
India Needs Stronger Laws To Combat Misinformation In Expanding Digital Economy
By On September 16, the Adani Group issued a press release to address a false statement circulating about its recent projects in Kenya. The fake press release claimed that the group had threatened Kenyan protestors who were opposing the deal to hand over Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) to the Adani Group for operation and maintenance. Adani Group categorically denied these allegations, stating that the press release was entirely fabricated.
SL Presidential Elections on September 21 has Strategic Importance for India
By Arun Kumar Shrivastav Sri Lanka will hold its presidential election on September 21, 2024, in which 17 million people out of its total population of 22 million will vote. As Sri Lanka goes for the election, foreign news analysts believe the country will choose “new vision, bold reforms and steady leadership.” Altogether, 38 candidates are running for office, including President Ranil Wickremesinghe, who is an independent candidate.
Discovery of Second-Largest Diamond in Botswana is a Major Event
By Arun Kumar Shrivastav Canadian firm Lucara Diamond Corporation on August 22 announced the discovery of the world’s second-largest diamond to date. This 2,492-carat rough diamond was found at Lucara-owned Karowe Diamond Mine in Botswana, about 500 km north of its capital, Gaborone. For Botswana, it is the largest diamond ever found in the country. The biggest-diamond ever discovered in Botswana until this one, Sewelo, was a 1758-carat rock in the same mine in 2019.
Deep financial crisis is behind Maldives president Muizzu’s soft tone to India
We must explore the potential of specific skill sets to excel as the standardised competition environment guarantees a level playing field By Arun Kumar Shrivastav The recent resignation of two controversial ministers in Maldives, who had made derogatory remarks about Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has cleared the path for Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu's visit to India. These ministers, known for their anti-India stance, were seen as a potential obstacle to the visit.
Deep Financial Crisis Is Behind Maldives President Muizzu’s Soft Tone To India
By The recent resignation of two controversial ministers in Maldives, who had made derogatory remarks about Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has cleared the path for Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu’s visit to India. These ministers, known for their anti-India stance, were seen as a potential obstacle to the visit. With their removal from office, the way is now clear for the President to seek India’s support and strengthen bilateral relations.
JNPT Faces Delays, Labour Dispute Amid New Infrastructure Initiatives
By Arun Kumar Shrivastav India’s busiest container port, Jawaharlal Nehru Port Trust (JNPT) is grappling with operational challenges that have resulted in long truck queues and delays for cargo. These disruptions are primarily attributed to a berth upgrade project at APM Terminals Mumbai, which has temporarily reduced capacity. The upgrade project, aimed at enhancing productivity and capacity, has taken one of the berths out of commission for six months.
Sri Lanka Presidential elections on September 21 has strategic importance for India
Big powers including US and China have close interests in outcome of polls By Arun Kumar Shrivastav Sri Lanka will hold its presidential election on September 21, 2024, in which 17 million people out of its total population of 22 million will vote.
Discovery of second-largest Diamond in Botswana is a major event
By Arun Kumar Shrivastav Canadian firm Lucara Diamond Corporation on August 22 announced the discovery of the world's second-largest diamond to date. This 2,492-carat rough diamond was found at Lucara-owned Karowe Diamond Mine in Botswana, about 500 km north of its capital, Gaborone. For Botswana, it is the largest diamond ever found in the country. The biggest-diamond ever discovered in Botswana until this one, Sewelo, was a 1758-carat rock in the same mine in 2019.
Sri Lanka Presidential Elections On September 21 Has Strategic Importance For India
By Sri Lanka will hold its presidential election on September 21, 2024, in which 17 million people out of its total population of 22 million will vote. As Sri Lanka goes for the election, foreign news analysts believe the country will choose “new vision, bold reforms and steady leadership.” Altogether, 38 candidates are running for office, including President Ranil Wickremesinghe, who is an independent candidate.
Discovery Of Second-Largest Diamond In Botswana Is A Major Event
By Canadian firm Lucara Diamond Corporation on August 22 announced the discovery of the world’s second-largest diamond to date. This 2,492-carat rough diamond was found at Lucara-owned Karowe Diamond Mine in Botswana, about 500 km north of its capital, Gaborone. For Botswana, it is the largest diamond ever found in the country. The biggest-diamond ever discovered in Botswana until this one, Sewelo, was a 1758-carat rock in the same mine in 2019.
Trump’s Scandalous Jabs Drag Trudeau’s Mom Into Canada’s Election
By The US Presidential election is scheduled for 5 November 2024 while the Canadian elections to elect a new Prime Minister is expected to take place in October 2025. After Kamala Harris became Democratic Party nominee for the President in the upcoming election, Republican Party’s Donald Trump, who was seen as a clear favourite for the top post until that moment Joe Biden backed out and favoured his vice-president for the race, is slowing losing the edge.
Trump’s Scandalous Jabs Drag Trudeau’s Mom Into Canada’s Election
By The US Presidential election is scheduled for 5 November 2024 while the Canadian elections to elect a new Prime Minister is expected to take place in October 2025. After Kamala Harris became Democratic Party nominee for the President in the upcoming election, Republican Party’s Donald Trump, who was seen as a clear favourite for the top post until that moment Joe Biden backed out and favoured his vice-president for the race, is slowing losing the edge.
JNPT faces delays, labour dispute amid new infrastructure initiatives
India's busiest container port to set up state of the art storage facility By Arun Kumar Shrivastav India's busiest container port, Jawaharlal Nehru Port Trust (JNPT) is grappling with operational challenges that have resulted in long truck queues and delays for cargo. These disruptions are primarily attributed to a berth upgrade project at APM Terminals Mumbai, which has temporarily reduced capacity.
JNPT Faces Delays, Labour Dispute Amid New Infrastructure Initiatives
By India’s busiest container port, Jawaharlal Nehru Port Trust (JNPT) is grappling with operational challenges that have resulted in long truck queues and delays for cargo. These disruptions are primarily attributed to a berth upgrade project at APM Terminals Mumbai, which has temporarily reduced capacity. The upgrade project, aimed at enhancing productivity and capacity, has taken one of the berths out of commission for six months.
Tragic Nepal Bus Accident Highlights The Dangers Of Monsoon Travel In The Himalayas
By The Nepal bus accident on August 23, in which a tourist bus with 40-odd Indian tourists fell into the Marsyangdi river, killing 26 people on the spot and one at the hospital, comes across as a grim reminder of how dangerous Himalayan mountain roads can be during the monsoon. All the victims came from Jalgaon in Maharashtra and were travelling in a group of three buses. There were more than 150 people from the same village.
Obama’s 2024 Summer Playlist Is Sweet Musical Journey of Nostalgia
By Arun Kumar Shrivastav If you long for a time when your friends would share their playlists to match your mood, worry not! Former United States President Obama recently unveiled his annual summer playlist with over 40 songs. These songs keep Obama pleasantly engaged even as the world moves on its frills and trappings. He has been posting annual playlists each summer since 2015 when he was still the US President.
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Obama’s 2024 Summer Playlist Is Sweet Musical Journey Of Nostalgia
By If you long for a time when your friends would share their playlists to match your mood, worry not! Former United States President Obama recently unveiled his annual summer playlist with over 40 songs. These songs keep Obama pleasantly engaged even as the world moves on its frills and trappings. He has been posting annual playlists each summer since 2015 when he was still the US President.
BANGLADESH’S $47 BILLION READY MADE GARMENTS EXPORT INDUSTRY BADLY HIT
INDIA UNLIKELY TO GAIN, VIETNAM WILL BE THE MAJOR BENEFICIARY OF CRISIS By Bangladesh has been reeling under intense protests and violence for more than a month now. A controversial Bangladesh high court decision reinstating a government job quota system that came on June 5 instantly triggered protests that soon engulfed the entire nation. In the ensuing pitched battle between protestors and the Bangladesh police, hundreds of protesters and police personnel were killed.
Bhutan’s Marathon Runner Lhamo’ Symbolised Olympic Spirit
By A marathon runner from Bhutan who finished the 42.195 km marathon at Paris Olympic in 3 hours 52 seconds and was the last one to finish the race received a rousing ovation from the spectators. Kinzang Lhamo finished the marathon 1.5 hours after the winner, who took the gold medal. Netherlands’ Sifan Hassan broke the Olympic women’s marathon record by completing it in 2 hours, 22 minutes 55 seconds in the Paris Olympics. But she was not the one who received the loudest of the applause.
Centre Aims for Rs. One Lakh Cr fisheries exports with Rs 8666 Cr investment
Scheme is expected to improve quality of fish and expand markets By Arun Kumar Shrivastav The Narendra Modi government has approved fisheries projects worth Rs 8666.28 crore under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) over the past four financial years. It marks an important step towards the formalization and modernization of India's fisheries sector. This was revealed by Union Fisheries Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh in the Rajya Sabha today.
Centre Aims For Rs 1 Lakh Crore Fisheries Exports With Rs 8666 Crore Investment
By The Narendra Modi government has approved fisheries projects worth Rs 8666.28 crore under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) over the past four financial years. It marks an important step towards the formalization and modernization of India’s fisheries sector. This was revealed by Union Fisheries Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh in the Rajya Sabha today.
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