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The World Bank has ditched its climate targets

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FILE PHOTO: World Bank's president Ajay Banga views the impact of sea level rise in Funafuti, Tuvalu, September 6, 2024. Scientists say by 2050, half of Tuvalu's main town of Funafuti will be inundated by tides.
world news
Published on Jul 07, 2026 06:01 pm IST

‘Clean Air, Healthy Delhi’: The ₹8,300 crore air pollution plan for capital

Delhi holds the distinction of being the most polluted capital city worldwide.
delhi news
Updated on Jul 05, 2026 12:00 pm IST

GMRL sends ₹1,409 cr revised phase 2 metro tender to World Bank

A German lender has completed a project appraisal after visiting the corridor, with funding discussions progressing alongside World Bank approval. (HT Archive)
delhi news
Published on Jun 29, 2026 03:22 am IST

Global growth at 2.5%, 2/3rds of economies face hit from Iran war: World Bank

The bank predicts that Brent crude will average $94 a barrel this year, up some 50% from its January projection.
world news
Published on Jun 11, 2026 09:05 pm IST

CM Yogi launches Uttar Pradesh Clean Air Management project

MoU for UPCAMP being signed in the presence of chief minister Yogi Adityanath. (HT)
lucknow news
Published on Jun 06, 2026 08:40 am IST

World Bank team reviews Gurugram’s air pollution and waste measures

Officials showcased sanitation projects, dust-control infrastructure and scientific waste management practices across the city. (HTSR)
gurugram news
Updated on May 30, 2026 09:50 am IST

When State returns to the policy centrestage

While India may be less protectionist than the US or China, its toolkit looks strikingly different from the economies it is compared to. (HT Archive)
opinion
Published on May 20, 2026 08:31 pm IST

World Bank team studies urban development at Purnea’s record room

World Bank team studies urban development at Purnea’s record room
others
Published on Apr 24, 2026 03:18 am IST

World Bank releases USD 340 mn for Amaravati development, additional USD 150 mn likely in Apr

World Bank releases USD 340 mn for Amaravati development, additional USD 150 mn likely in Apr
others
Published on Apr 12, 2026 11:45 am IST

Punjab, World Bank ink ₹3,500-cr pact for school infra revamp

The programme will help improve quality education in the state by leveraging technology to track learning outcomes and strengthening digital infrastructure in schools.
chandigarh news
Published on Mar 18, 2026 07:44 am IST

PMC plans ₹1,250cr loan from ADB, World Bank to upgrade roads, drainage

Pune, India - March 26, 2020: Deserted Swatantryaveer Savarkar Flyover at Paud Road, Kothrud in Pune, India, on Thursday, March 26, 2020. Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced complete lockdown of the entire country, as part of the government’s stringent efforts to tackle coronavirus disease Covid-19. This lockdown will be in place for 21 days and more stringent than Janta Curfew. Although, ration shops, groceries, fruits and vegetable shops, dairy and milk booths, meat and fish shops, animal fodder will remain open during the 21-day lockdown. (Photo by Pratham Gokhale/Hindustan Times) (Pratham Gokhale/HT Photo)
pune news
Published on Mar 13, 2026 05:12 am IST

Ludhiana: Water pipeline leakage troubles commuters on Pakhowal Road

Residents say repeated leakages not only waste treated water but also damage roads and pose safety hazards to motorists and pedestrians. (HT Photo)
chandigarh news
Published on Feb 15, 2026 03:56 am IST

World Bank's Indian-origin chief Ajay Banga is in Pakistan, and it's personal

World Bank President Ajay Banga, in blue turban, with his wife and others during a visit to his ancestral home in Khushab district of Punjab province of Pakistan on Tuesday, February 3, 2026.
india news
Updated on Feb 03, 2026 07:13 pm IST

Delhi government approaches World Bank to get funds for drainage master plan

Delhi government approaches World Bank to get funds for drainage master plan
delhi news
Published on Feb 02, 2026 06:20 pm IST

World Bank approves ₹5.7K Cr loan to restore Haryana’s canal network

The restoration of the remaining 678 canals will be completed in the next five years with the WB funds, chief minister Saini said after chairing a meeting regarding the Jal Sanrakshit programme. (Getty Images/iStockphoto)
chandigarh news
Published on Jan 25, 2026 05:24 am IST

Indian-origin finance honcho Ajay Banga on Trump team to oversee Gaza governance

World Bank President Ajay Banga at an event in Beijing in December 2025.
india news
Updated on Jan 17, 2026 09:17 pm IST

Ludhiana MC gets nod to build ₹22-crore civic centre on Hambran Road

MC officials said the project gained momentum under World Bank-supported programmes. (HT Photo)
chandigarh news
Published on Dec 18, 2025 06:42 am IST

World Bank, in letter to US, backs draft UN resolution on Gaza 

World Bank, in letter to US, backs draft UN resolution on Gaza 
us news
Published on Nov 10, 2025 12:31 am IST

Haryana to launch World Bank-supported water management project

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chandigarh news
Published on Nov 07, 2025 03:36 am IST

IMF, World Bank members look at Gaza reconstruction, challenges ahead

IMF, World Bank members look at Gaza reconstruction, challenges ahead
world news
Published on Oct 18, 2025 12:32 am IST

FM Sitharaman to skip IMF meetings in Washington

Nirmala Sitharaman (HT)
india news
Updated on Oct 15, 2025 09:03 am IST

World Bank growth forecast: trade headwinds ahead for India

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The downward revision in the next fiscal year’s forecast is on account of the 50% tariffs imposed by the US, which accounts for one-fifth of India’s merchandise exports. (AFP)
editorials
Published on Oct 08, 2025 08:23 pm IST

World Bank lifts growth forecast for Middle East region, Iran suffers contraction

World Bank lifts growth forecast for Middle East region, Iran suffers contraction
world news
Updated on Oct 07, 2025 11:31 am IST

World bank approves $47.9 million grant for primary education in Pakistan

A general view shows the World Bank Group headquarters building in Washington, DC.
news
Updated on Aug 25, 2025 12:02 pm IST

Power games that the big boys play

The issue of quota reform at the Bretton Woods Institutions has been on the table for years and keeps getting pushed back. (AFP)
opinion
Published on Jul 08, 2025 08:44 pm IST

Congress slams Centre over World Bank's poverty report

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh attacked the centre over World Bank's Poverty and Equity Brief for India.
india news
Published on Jul 06, 2025 08:22 pm IST

Behind the bleak growth scenario

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Things weren’t exactly great even before Trump 2.0 shocked the world. (REUTERS)
editorials
Published on Jun 11, 2025 08:09 pm IST

TN CM hails state's partnership with World Bank

TN CM hails state's partnership with World Bank
india news
Updated on Oct 06, 2025 10:41 pm IST

Pakistan appealed to India to reconsider suspension of Indus Treaty: Report

The treaty defines a mechanism for India and Pakistan for the use of Indus River water and its five tributaries Sutlej, Beas, Ravi, Jhelum, and Chenab.
india news
Updated on May 15, 2025 11:15 am IST

Bangladesh to secure $1.3 billion from IMF in June after new exchange rate deal

Bangladesh will receive $1.3 billion from the IMF as a loan.
world news
Published on May 14, 2025 07:16 pm IST
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