Economic crisis

DNA Exclusive: What led to Sri Lanka economic crisis?

In today's DNA, Zee News Editor-in-Chief Sudhir Chaudhary analyses the factors that led to economic crisis in Sri Lanka. 

Apr 05, 2022, 01:01 AM IST

Sri Lanka Crises: Record inflation in Sri Lanka, petrol at Rs 254 per liter and 1 kg of milk at Rs 263 per liter

Amidst the economic crisis in Sri Lanka, the new cabinet can take oath today. Inflation has increased significantly in Sri Lanka. The people of Sri Lanka are facing trouble, in this report, see what things are being available in Sri Lanka for how much rupees at this time.

Apr 04, 2022, 14:16 PM IST

Sri Lanka arrests over 600 protestors violating curfew in Western Province

The Police said that 664 individuals were arrested in the Western Province between 10.00 pm last night and 6.00 am today.

Apr 03, 2022, 13:06 PM IST

Sri Lanka imposes nationwide social media blackout amid protest over economic crisis

Some two dozen social media platforms were affected including Facebook, Twitter, WhatsApp, YouTube, Snapchat, TikTok, and Instagram.

Apr 03, 2022, 10:07 AM IST

India supplies rice, diesel to Sri Lanka as crisis-hit country declares nationwide public emergency

India handed over a consignment of 40,000 MT of diesel under Indian assistance through the Line of Credit of USD 500 million.

Apr 03, 2022, 08:18 AM IST

State of emergency declared in Sri Lanka

The situation in Sri Lanka has become very bad due to the falling economy and inflation. People have taken to the streets. Emergency has been imposed in the whole country. In view of the violence and protests, the President has announced curfew across the country.

Apr 02, 2022, 08:26 AM IST

Sri Lanka declares emergency as nationwide protests over economic crisis turn violent

President Gotabaya Rajapaksa declared a state of emergency in the island nation which has a population of around 22 million. This came a day after violent protests over the country's worst economic crisis in decades.

Apr 02, 2022, 06:36 AM IST

Sri Lanka's economic crisis deepens, protests started

The economic crisis in Sri Lanka is continuously deepening. The situation is so bad that now the government of Sri Lanka is facing a severe shortage of money to import petrol.

Apr 01, 2022, 18:54 PM IST

Curfew imposed in Sri Lanka as protests against economic crisis turn violent

At least 10 people were injured including journalists after protests held outside the residence of Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa turned violent. Protesters dismantled a wall and hurled bricks at police, before setting a bus alight on a road leading to Gotabaya's residence

Apr 01, 2022, 06:52 AM IST

Massive protests outside Sri Lanka President's residence as economic crisis deepens

"No petrol, no gas, no milk powder, no electricity," "Go home Gota,'' placard-carrying protestors were then seen walking towards the Rajapaksa private residence here at Pangiriwatte Lane.

Apr 01, 2022, 00:05 AM IST

Daily 10-hour powercut, long queue at petrol pumps: Sri Lanka's economic & energy crisis worsen

The shortage of hydroelectricity triggered by the non-availability of fuel has led to the crisis. A scarcity of foreign exchange has pushed Sri Lanka into an economic crisis 

Mar 30, 2022, 12:16 PM IST

Pakistani rupee falls to a record low, depreciates 30.5% against US dollar under Imran Khan govt

According to reports, the value of the Pakistani rupee has fallen from Rs 123 against the USD in August 2018 to Rs 177 against the USD in December 2021. This makes it one of the highest devaluations of the currency in the country's history.

Dec 08, 2021, 06:33 AM IST

Afghanistan crisis: Construction projects over USD 5 bn at halt, starvation grips the nation amid economic collapse

With the deteriorating economy, many development, welfare and construction projects have been put to a halt. The members of the union of private constructions companies reportedly said that construction companies have not been paid despite investments in the projects.

Dec 06, 2021, 08:59 AM IST

Pakistan rupee tumbles to fresh all-time low against US dollar

The Pakistani rupee on Wednesday tumbled to a fresh all-time low at Rs 173.50 against the greenback. 

Oct 20, 2021, 12:59 PM IST

Pakistan and China rushing to exploit a weakening Afghan economy: Report

As per a report, Afghanistan ranks as one of the most at-risk, fragile economies in the world despite receiving western aid for two decades

Sep 17, 2021, 13:37 PM IST

Economic crisis in Afghanistan: One month after fall of Kabul, Taliban face challenges

Drought and famine are driving thousands from the country to the cities, and the World Food Programme fears food could run out by the end of the month, pushing up to 14 million people to the brink of starvation.

Sep 15, 2021, 07:12 AM IST

DNA: Know everything about 'Corona Crisis'

In this segment of DNA know all the answers of the questions related to 'corona crisis’ which makes you worried.

Mar 28, 2020, 01:22 AM IST

DNA: Worried about ‘Corona Crisis’, know all the answers here

In this segment of DNA know all the answers of the questions related to 'corona crisis’ which makes you worried.

Mar 26, 2020, 23:52 PM IST

DNA: Is ‘Globalization’ failed to deliver its promises?

In this segment of DNA we will analyse, is ‘globalization’ failed to deliver its promises?

Mar 26, 2020, 22:52 PM IST

Pakistan PM Imran Khan to address nation amid financial crisis

Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan is set to address the nation on Monday morning, as the country continues to grapple with a severe financial crunch.

Jun 10, 2019, 06:51 AM IST