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Monday, August 24, 2026

South Korea Donates $3 Million to WFP Afghanistan Amid Deepening Hunger Crisis

South Korea donates $3 million to WFP Afghanistan in a new contribution aimed at supporting food and nutrition assistance for vulnerable women and children, the United Nations World Food Programme announced. The

Monday, August 24, 2026

Only 40 to 42 Percent of Afghans Have Access to the National Power Grid, UNDP Says

Afghans have access to the national power grid at a rate of just 40 to 42 percent, according to a new assessment by the United Nations Development Programme, underscoring the scale of

Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir Takes Oath as President of Bangladesh

Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir president of Bangladesh became official on Friday evening, as the veteran Bangladesh Nationalist Party leader was sworn in at Bangabhaban following his election earlier in the week. Acting Speaker Barrister Kaiser Kamal administered the oath to

Monday, August 24, 2026

Pakistani Sailors Held Hostage by Somali Pirates Take Center Stage in Dar’s UK Visit

Pakistani sailors held hostage by Somali pirates are set to feature prominently in talks between Islamabad and London this week, as Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar arrived in the United Kingdom for a five day visit running

Monday, August 24, 2026

Pakistan Orders Container Ships to Protect Gulf Trade From War Disruptions

Pakistan orders container ships for its state-run shipping carrier as the country works to shore up trade links with Gulf markets amid prolonged maritime

Bulk Carrier Sinks Off India, Leaving 22 Crew Members Missing

A bulk carrier sinks off India’s eastern coast, prompting an urgent search and rescue effort by the Indian Coast Guard and the Indian Navy

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South Korea Donates $3 Million to WFP Afghanistan Amid Deepening Hunger Crisis

Monday, August 24, 2026

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South Korea donates $3 million to WFP Afghanistan in a new contribution aimed at supporting food and nutrition assistance for vulnerable women and children, the United Nations World Food Programme announced. The

Only 40 to 42 Percent of Afghans Have Access to the National Power Grid, UNDP Says

Monday, August 24, 2026

Current Affairs

Afghans have access to the national power grid at a rate of just 40 to 42 percent, according to a new assessment by the United Nations Development Programme, underscoring the scale of

Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir Takes Oath as President of Bangladesh

Monday, August 24, 2026

Current Affairs

Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir president of Bangladesh became official on Friday evening, as the veteran Bangladesh Nationalist Party leader was sworn in at Bangabhaban following his election earlier in the week. Acting

Pakistani Sailors Held Hostage by Somali Pirates Take Center Stage in Dar’s UK Visit

Monday, August 24, 2026

Current Affairs

Pakistani sailors held hostage by Somali pirates are set to feature prominently in talks between Islamabad and London this week, as Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar arrived in the

Pakistan Orders Container Ships to Protect Gulf Trade From War Disruptions

Monday, August 24, 2026

Current Affairs

Pakistan orders container ships for its state-run shipping carrier as the country works to shore up trade links with Gulf markets amid prolonged maritime disruption caused by the Iran war. A spokesperson

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South Korea Donates $3 Million to WFP Afghanistan Amid Deepening Hunger Crisis

South Korea donates $3 million to WFP Afghanistan in a

Only 40 to 42 Percent of Afghans Have Access to the National Power Grid, UNDP Says

Afghans have access to the national power grid at a

Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir Takes Oath as President of Bangladesh

Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir president of Bangladesh became official on

Current Affairs

South Korea Donates $3 Million to WFP Afghanistan Amid Deepening Hunger Crisis

Monday, August 24, 2026

Current Affairs

South Korea donates $3 million to WFP Afghanistan in a new contribution aimed at supporting food and nutrition assistance for vulnerable women and children, the United Nations World Food Programme announced. The

Only 40 to 42 Percent of Afghans Have Access to the National Power Grid, UNDP Says

Monday, August 24, 2026

Current Affairs

Afghans have access to the national power grid at a rate of just 40 to 42 percent, according to a new assessment by the United Nations Development Programme, underscoring the scale of

Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir Takes Oath as President of Bangladesh

Monday, August 24, 2026

Current Affairs

Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir president of Bangladesh became official on Friday evening, as the veteran Bangladesh Nationalist Party leader was sworn in at Bangabhaban following his election earlier in the week. Acting

Pakistani Sailors Held Hostage by Somali Pirates Take Center Stage in Dar’s UK Visit

Monday, August 24, 2026

Current Affairs

Pakistani sailors held hostage by Somali pirates are set to feature prominently in talks between Islamabad and London this week, as Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar arrived in the

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Indian Government Launches Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme with Extra Incentives for Local Brands

Saturday, August 22, 2026

Business

The Indian government has launched a mobile phone manufacturing scheme with incentives for local brands, aiming to boost production and reduce imports.

Indian rupee fluctuation: Rupee Gains 9 Paise to 95.65 Against U.S. Dollar in Early Trade

Saturday, August 22, 2026

Business

Indian rupee fluctuation: The Indian rupee gains 9 paise to 95.65 against the U.S. dollar, impacting international travel and education costs.

South Asia stock market performance: Stock Markets Trade Higher as Crude Oil Prices Surge

Saturday, August 22, 2026

Business

South Asia stock market performance: Stock markets in South Asia are gaining as crude oil prices rise, impacting inflation and economic stability.

duty-free sugar import India: Government Allows Duty-Free Import of 10 Lakh Tonnes of Raw Sugar Until October 31

Saturday, August 22, 2026

Business

duty-free sugar import India: The Indian government allows duty-free import of 10 lakh tonnes of raw sugar to control rising prices.

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Maldives Hidden Gems: 5 Spots Emerge in 2026

Discover Maldives hidden gems as tourism surges. New guides spotlight undiscovered Maldives islands from northern atolls to southern reserves. Officials project growth beyond USD 5.4 billion in receipts. South Asian travellers eye these secret Maldives attractions amid record 2025 arrivals. Maldives hidden gems draw

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South Korea Donates $3 Million to WFP Afghanistan Amid Deepening Hunger Crisis

Only 40 to 42 Percent of Afghans Have Access to the National Power Grid, UNDP Says

Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir Takes Oath as President of Bangladesh

Pakistani Sailors Held Hostage by Somali Pirates Take Center Stage in Dar’s UK Visit

Pakistan Orders Container Ships to Protect Gulf Trade From War Disruptions

Bulk Carrier Sinks Off India, Leaving 22 Crew Members Missing

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South Korea Donates $3 Million to WFP Afghanistan Amid Deepening Hunger Crisis

Only 40 to 42 Percent of Afghans Have Access to the National Power Grid, UNDP Says

Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir Takes Oath as President of Bangladesh

Pakistani Sailors Held Hostage by Somali Pirates Take Center Stage in Dar’s UK Visit

Pakistan Orders Container Ships to Protect Gulf Trade From War Disruptions

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South Korea Donates $3 Million to WFP Afghanistan Amid Deepening Hunger Crisis

Only 40 to 42 Percent of Afghans Have Access to the National Power Grid, UNDP Says

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South Korea Donates $3 Million to WFP Afghanistan Amid Deepening Hunger Crisis

Only 40 to 42 Percent of Afghans Have Access to the National Power Grid, UNDP Says

Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir Takes Oath as President of Bangladesh

Pakistani Sailors Held Hostage by Somali Pirates Take Center Stage in Dar’s UK Visit

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Indian Government Launches Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme with Extra Incentives for Local Brands

Indian rupee fluctuation: Rupee Gains 9 Paise to 95.65 Against U.S. Dollar in Early Trade

South Asia stock market performance: Stock Markets Trade Higher as Crude Oil Prices Surge

duty-free sugar import India: Government Allows Duty-Free Import of 10 Lakh Tonnes of Raw Sugar Until October 31

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