King Salman, Putin discuss oil partnership, vaccine production
DUBAI, Sept 08 (Arab News): Saudi King Salman bin Abdulaziz told President Vladimir Putin of Russia of his keenness to strengthen bilateral ties between the two countries, with special emphasis on their partnership within the OPEC+ alliance of oil producing countries.In a phone call between the new mega-development of NEOM...
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Gold prices fall, silver rates drop
NEW DELHI, Sept (Economic Times): Gold and silver saw profit booking by traders on Tuesday, in line with global cues, but losses were capped by worries over economic recovery.Japan's economy shrank more than initially estimated in the second quarter, while German industrial output rose far less than expected in July,...
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Migrant workers to get a chance to start fisheries business
LUCKNOW, Sept 08 (Hindustan Times): Migrant workers who have returned to Uttar Pradesh will now get a chance to start fisheries business with the support from Lucknow-based National Bureau of Fish Genetics Resources (NBFGR), a research organisation under the Central government.The institute will provide assistance in 14 districts of UP...
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Etihad offers free Covid-19 insurance for its passengers
DUBAI, Sept 08 (Arab News): Etihad Airways has introduced a Covid-19 insurance for its passengers that cover up to $178,604 of medical costs, state news agency WAM reported.The insurance cover for travelers aboard the Abu Dhabi-based carrier's flights took effect Sept. 7 and will last until the end of the...
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Employment outlook for Q4 worsens for businesses in Singapore: Survey
SINGAPORE, Sept 08 (The Business Times): Employment expectations among businesses in Singapore have taken a turn for the worse for the last quarter of this year, while the overall business sentiment remains downbeat.On Tuesday (Sept 8), the Singapore Commercial Credit Bureau's (SCCB) latest quarterly survey of 200 business owners and...
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