South Asian Business news and information

A deal has been made in Kabul on electricity transmission connecting central Asia with south Asia.

Cyclone Sidr has taken more than 3000 lives reported so far in Bangladesh. The number may reach 5000.

The First South Asian bank has started its operations in Long Island, a suburban area of New York. The bank named “Habib American (HAB)” will be helpful for the South Asian community in that region.

Pakistan captain Shoaib Malik has recently said that having a new captain will be a disadvantage for Indian side. Anil Kumble will lead India for the first time in test cricket in the test series against Pakistan. India’s ODI and Twenty20 Captain, Mahendra Singh Dhoni has expressed his hope that he would be fit for the test series against Pakistan. Britain will support India in their 2020 Olympic bid.

In Bhutan, 14 business companies have made a new group to support the development of private sector. Government will reportedly have a stake at the new grouping. The commencement rate of Nepalese student to Australia has increased substantially by 504%. This is the second highest growth after India. An informational and educational radio show titled “Chatting with my Best Friend” is bringing out education and consciousness among the Nepalese youth.

Sri Lankan airlines have recently offered a holyday package tour to Maldives. The 4D3N offer will include some special features for the tourist just in November and December this year.

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