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Mamata Banerjee heckled at Oxford event: BJP attacks WB CM, says following Rahul Gandhi's footsteps (WATCH)

Read Full Article West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee faced protests during her speech at Oxford University's Kellogg College in London on Thursday. A group of demonstrators, including members of the Students Federation of India in the UK (SFI- …

Source: Asianet Newsable - Label Pending
Published on Mar 27, 2025

Nigeria Needs $15m Annually To Match Brazil, South Africa In Statistical Performance — World Bank

The World Bank has recommended that Nigeria invests between $10 million and $15 million annually to upgrade its national statistical system and bring it at par with countries like Brazil, South Africa, Mexico, and Colombia. According to a statement by …

Source: Channels TV - Neutral
Published on Mar 27, 2025

The World Bank seems uncomfortable with the statistics Nigeria provides

The global lender compared the statistical instituition of the West African country to the likes of Mexico, Colombia, South Africa, and Brazil, all of which according to the bank’s assessments are far above Nigeria. A delegation from the World Bank led by …

Source: Business Insider Africa - Neutral
Published on Mar 27, 2025

Guv seeks German collaboration to accelerate hydropower development

ITANAGAR, 27 Mar: Highlighting Arunachal Pradesh’ vast hydropower potential of 58,000 MW, Governor KT Parnaik sought German collaboration to accelerate hydropower development in the state. During a meeting with German Ambassador to India Dr Philipp …

Source: The Arunachal Times - Neutral
Published on Mar 27, 2025

Tanzania: World Bank injects $200mln for Dodoma transport upgrade

The World Bank has approved a $200 million loan to upgrade Dodoma’s transport infrastructure, supporting Tanzania’s push to transform its administrative capital into a commercial hub. The funds will kick-start the Dodoma Integrated and Sustainable …

Source: Zawya - Uncategorized
Published on Mar 27, 2025

Babylon Town planners considering proposal for 14 condos in WB

An application for site plan approval on a 2+ acre site on Route 109 in West Babylon was presented at a public hearing to the Babylon Planning Board March 3. The plan includes 14 semi-attached, two-story, three-bedroom condominiums on Route 109 and a …

Source: The Beacon - New York - Label Pending
Published on Mar 27, 2025

World Bank describe Cambodia as ‘global leader’ in REDD+ implementation

The forests of the Keo Seima Wildlife Sanctuary in Mondulkiri province. 166,983 hectares of the more than 300,000 in the sanctuary are part of a REDD+ project. WCS The presence of at least ten current and future REDD+ projects places Cambodia among the …

Source: The Phnom Penh Post - Pro-Government
Published on Mar 27, 2025

High costs, long delays in property permits threaten business growth – World Bank

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU & Ebenezer Chike Adjei NJOKU The country’s business environment is under renewed scrutiny following release of the World Bank’s Business Ready Report, which highlights significant inefficiencies in property transfer and …

Source: Business and Financial Times - Label Pending
Published on Mar 27, 2025

World Bank Applauds Debswana’s Operational Performance and Commitment to Safety

Debswana Diamond Company’s operational prowess and forward-looking initiatives have earned international recognition, as a high-level delegation from the World Bank recently visited the Orapa Mine in Botswana. The visit was hosted by Mr. Mogakolodi …

Source: Mining Weekly - Neutral
Published on Mar 27, 2025

Hogwarts Legacy DLC reportedly canceled by WB Games

Unnannounced upcoming Hogwarts Legacy DLC has been canceled, according to a report from Jason Schreier at Bloomberg. Schreier indicates that a definitive edition of Hogwarts Legacy, which would've been available as an expansion for existing players, …

Source: Windows Central - Label Pending
Published on Mar 27, 2025

Poverty down

The World Bank has released its quinquennial Nepal report that shows the country has done well at eradicating extreme poverty, mainly through remittances. However, it can still drive stronger growth by optimising migration, improving exports, streamlining …

Source: Nepali Times - Center-left
Published on Mar 27, 2025

World Bank approves US$22M Guyana One Health project

[World Bank] – The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors approved a new project to strengthen health resilience in Guyana. The US$ 22-million Guyana One Health Project will focus on empowering the country to prevent, prepare for, and respond to health …

Source: News Room - Pro-Government
Published on Mar 27, 2025

World Bank raises concern over Nigeria’s data quality

The World Bank yesterday expressed concern over Nigeria’s poor statistical performance, noting that the country lags behind its aspirational peers such as Mexico, Colombia, South Africa and Brazil. According to a statement by the Director, Information and …

Source: The Guardian (Nigeria) - Uncategorized
Published on Mar 27, 2025

Beyond March: A commitment to supporting girls' education every day

March is Women’s Month, a crucial opportunity to amplify our commitment to gender equality and the persistent challenges faced by women and girls. The dialogue surrounding women's rights and opportunities must extend beyond a single day of …

Source: The Standard - Uncategorized
Published on Mar 27, 2025

The World Bank showcases new white paper on DPI as it seeks to accelerate digital transformation

The World Bank has a new digital transformation white paper that underlines what it believes digital public infrastructure (DPI) should consist of and sets out core approaches to building DPI. Over the years aspects of what constitutes digital public …

Source: Biometric Update - Neutral
Published on Mar 27, 2025

Guyana launches World Bank-funded One Health project to boost health resilience

Last Updated on Wednesday, 26 March 2025, 21:30 by Denis Chabrol The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors approved a new project to strengthen health resilience in Guyana, the Washington, DC-headquartered financial institution said Wednesday night. …

Source: Demerara Waves - Neutral
Published on Mar 27, 2025

Expanding transparency beyond official development assistance

Print Editor's note: Two of this blog’s co-authors are Senior Fellow George Ingram, current chair of Friends of Publish What You Fund, and Tessie St Martin, CEO of FHI 360, who will succeed Ingram as chair on March 31st. A new development landscape The …

Source: The Brookings Institution - Neutral
Published on Mar 26, 2025

Nigeria needs $15 million annually to match Brazil, South Africa in statistical performance — World Bank

The World Bank has recommended that Nigeria invest between $10 million and $15 million annually to upgrade its national statistical system and bring it in line with countries like Brazil, South Africa, Mexico, and Colombia. According to a statement by Mrs. …

Source: Nairametrics - Neutral
Published on Mar 26, 2025

World Bank Bank Ramps Up Support For Haiti’s Recovery

Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Haiti, a nation facing a complex and multidimensional crisis, continues to grapple with political turmoil, economic collapse, …

Source: Our News Bahamas - Neutral

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Published on March 27, 2025 - 19:47 GMT

OUT OF AFRICA WILDLIFE PARK ESTABLISHES NONPROFIT SANCTUARY TO ADVANCE CONSERVATION EFFORTS

Out of Africa Wildlife Park in Camp Verde, Arizona has established Out of Africa Wildlife Sanctuary Inc. CAMP VERDE, AZ, UNITED STATES, March 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Out of Africa Wildlife Park proudly announces the formation of Out of …

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Published on March 27, 2025 - 19:58 GMT

Urgent Appeal to Trump Administration: Extend TPS & Humanitarian Protections for Immigrants

NORTH MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, March 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Daphne Campbell, RN, BSN, Florida Community Advocate and Former Florida State Senator, urgently calls on the Trump administration to reconsider its decision to terminate the Temporary …

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Published on March 28, 2025 - 08:04 GMT

With onion peels and sage dyes, designers hope to make fashion more sustainable

When designer Batoul Al-Rashdan tells people she makes clothes out of ground olives and onion peels, some look at her with raised eyebrows. “It’s definitely a conversation starter,” says the founder of Jordanian fashion house Studio BOR, laughing. “But …

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Published on March 28, 2025 - 08:04 GMT

The EU: A global leader in environmental multilateralism

Check against delivery Your Excellency Paulina Hennig-Kloska, Minister of Environment of Poland, Your Excellency Jessika Roswall, European Commissioner for Environment, Water Resilience and a Competitive Circular Economy, Ministers. My thanks to the …

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Published on March 28, 2025 - 07:00 GMT

Recycled Polyethylene Terephthalate (rPET) Market to Reach $21.3 Billion by 2034, Growing at a 7.2% CAGR | Exactitude ...

Luton, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom, March 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The global recycled polyethylene terephthalate (rPET) market is on a strong growth trajectory, driven by mounting environmental concerns and a sharp rise in demand for sustainable …

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Published on March 28, 2025 - 08:04 GMT

Healthy planet central to economic and human health and prosperity of all nations

Your excellency, Firas Khouri, Chair of the Committee of Permanent Representatives, Ambassadors and colleagues. Welcome to the 169th meeting of the Committee of Permanent Representatives (CPR). As we meet today, during a period of great global shifts, it …

Distribution channels: Environment
Published on March 28, 2025 - 06:14 GMT

K-12 International Schools Market Size to Reach $110 Billion By 2034 Growing at 7% CAGR Exactitude Consultancy

Global K-12 International Schools Market Include– Pearson PLC, International School of Beijing, Udemy, Kaplan, Inc., GEMS Education CALIFORNIA, CA, UNITED STATES, March 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The report has offered an all-inclusive …

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Published on March 28, 2025 - 06:30 GMT

Appointment within the Societe Generale Group

APPOINTMENT WITHIN THE SOCIETE GENERALE GROUP Press release Paris, 28 March 2025 Societe Generale announces the appointment of Alexis Kohler as Executive Vice President. He will join the Bank in June 2025 and will be a member of the Group Executive …

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Published on March 27, 2025 - 20:10 GMT

Florida’s Children First Honored Children’s Harbor CEO, Tiffani Dhooge, for Broward’s Outstanding Advocates for Children

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL, UNITED STATES, March 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On Thursday, March 13, Florida’s Children First honored Children's Harbor's President and CEO, Tiffani Dhooge, with the 2025 Outstanding Advocates Award for Children …

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Published on March 27, 2025 - 19:59 GMT

Partnering for Protection: Safe Surfin' Foundation & Governor Seek to Enhance Internet Safety Education in Virginia

Safe Surfin' Foundation Leadership Meets with Virginia Legislators to Discuss Internet Education to Combat Cyberbullying, Online Abuse and Sextortion FLOYD, VA, UNITED STATES, March 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On March 26, Safe Surfin’ …

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Published on March 27, 2025 - 19:58 GMT

Urgent Appeal to Trump Administration: Extend TPS & Humanitarian Protections for Immigrants

NORTH MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, March 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Daphne Campbell, RN, BSN, Florida Community Advocate and Former Florida State Senator, urgently calls on the Trump administration to reconsider its decision to terminate the Temporary …

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Published on March 27, 2025 - 19:38 GMT

Turning Lost Devices into Lifelines: YMCA Partners with 911 Cell Phone Bank to Fight Human Trafficking

YMCA Partners with 911 Cell Phone Bank to Fight Human Trafficking HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, March 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Maria met Jake online. He was charming, attentive, and seemed to understand her struggles. At first, everything …

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Published on March 27, 2025 - 17:21 GMT

Latino Commission on AIDS to Present its 2025 Esperanza (Hope) Award to Dr. Laura W. Cheever

Award to be Presented at Annual Cielo Gala – June 6, 2025, NYC NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, March 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Former Associate Administrator of the HIV/AIDS Bureau, Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), …

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Published on March 27, 2025 - 17:00 GMT

Ferryman Collective Brings Award-Winning Immersive Show 'Uncanny Alley: A New Day' to NewImages Festival

An intimate Virtual Reality experience featuring live theatrical performances from award-winning VR companies: Ferryman Collective & Virtual Worlds Company LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, March 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ferryman …

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Published on March 27, 2025 - 15:58 GMT

AMCD Condemns the Massacres of innocent Alawite civilians and other Minorities in Syria

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Mideast Coalition for Democracy unequivocally condemns the massacres against Alawites, Christians, and other innocent civilians in Syria. The massacres against …

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Published on March 27, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

Forefront & Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption Partnership Drives Major Impact

COLUMBUS, OH, UNITED STATES, March 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Forefront Web is proud to announce the successful launch of a fully optimized website for the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption (DTFA), which went live at the end of last year. …

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Published on March 27, 2025 - 12:00 GMT

Announcing the Winner of Our 2024 First Generation Scholarship: Coral Almazan

We are thrilled to announce the winner of our 2024 First Generation Scholarship to support hardworking, determined first-generation college students. OAK BROOK, IL, UNITED STATES, March 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- We are excited to announce …

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Published on March 27, 2025 - 07:00 GMT

CACFP Week Proclaimed in Eleven States and Recognized in Congress

ROUND ROCK, TX, UNITED STATES, March 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- National CACFP Week, an annual education and information campaign sponsored by the National CACFP Association, is observed every year during the third week of March. From March 16-22, …

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Published on March 27, 2025 - 05:00 GMT

Global Release of NEVER A VICTIM – The Ultimate Guide to Women’s Safety

NEVER A VICTIM by Robert Kaiser empowers women worldwide with real-world safety strategies and survivor-led guidance. Now available at womens-safety.com. WETHERBY, WEST YORKSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM, March 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Women …

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Published on March 27, 2025 - 01:16 GMT

English-born, Australian Author’s Novel ‘Outback Odyssey’ Sparks Inspiration for a New National Flag

The novel raises questions about who we are as a nation and how we choose to represent our shared history perhaps it’s time for a flag that tells the full story LONDON, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, March 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Acclaimed …

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Published on March 26, 2025 - 23:54 GMT

2nd Annual Girls INpowerment Conference Tackles Mental Health, Social Media Pressures, & Bullying

Compass Rose is hosting Girls INpowerment Conference on May 14 at DSST Green Valley Ranch Middle School to help give girls tools to cope with current challenges DENVER, CO, UNITED STATES, March 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A Free Event for …

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Published on March 26, 2025 - 18:23 GMT

National Mental Health Alliance Day: Detroit Michigan

DETROIT, MI, UNITED STATES, March 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Join us in Detroit, Michigan at the National Mental Health Alliance Day as we provide presentations on the following topics: Mental Health, Addiction, Fentanyl, and Human …

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Published on March 26, 2025 - 18:00 GMT

Adams 14 Education Foundation Marks 25th Anniversary at 14er Fest Gala Featuring Former Bronco Nate Jackson

Local Businesses Invited to Support Adams 14 Student Scholarship Recipients and Current Scholars at Annual Fundraiser COMMERCE CITY , CO, UNITED STATES, March 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Adams 14 Education Foundation announces its landmark …

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Published on March 26, 2025 - 16:56 GMT

Nurturing Independence, Rebalancing Childhood

Let Grow and The Balance Project Partner to Encourage Childhood Independence in Local Communities NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, March 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Let Grow, a leading organization advocating for childhood independence, and The …

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Published on March 26, 2025 - 12:39 GMT

A Write-In Candidate for Thornton Township Supervisor Who Prioritizes People

Thornton Township Supervisor, LaShunte Walton, Write-In candidate, Chicago community leader, Thornton Township election, fiscal responsibility THORNTON TOWNSHIP, IL, UNITED STATES, March 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- LaShunte Walton, a dedicated …

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Published on March 26, 2025 - 10:50 GMT

Naples Soccer Academy Welcomes Andrew Reinke to Board of Directors

NAPLES, FL, UNITED STATES, March 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Naples Soccer Academy (NSA) is a club-neutral 501(c)3 non-profit, dedicated solely to advancing female youth soccer training and development in Southwest Florida. (EIN-99-2663889) Is …

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Published on March 26, 2025 - 07:12 GMT

Watermelon Pictures to Distribute Award-Winning Film, Exception

Watermelon Pictures to Distribute Award-Winning Film, Exception, Starring Waleed Zuaiter, about silencing of Palestinian Academics in America HOLLYWOOD, CA, UNITED STATES, March 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- M Film Lab and Open Screenplay …

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Published on March 26, 2025 - 06:50 GMT

Jim Marter Issues Statement on Comments Made by Rep. Jasmine Crockett, Calls on Congresswoman Underwood to Denounce

OSWEGO, IL, UNITED STATES, March 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jim Marter, Republican candidate for Congress in Illinois’ 14th District, is calling on Congresswoman Lauren Underwood to publicly condemn the offensive and insensitive remarks made …

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