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Pakistan Turkiye Trade Target Set at $5bn as Leaders Push Economic Partnership

Pakistan Turkiye trade target of $5 billion has been reaffirmed as Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan pledged to deepen economic cooperation, expand investment links and give new

Monday, July 6, 2026

Indian Passport Ranking Slips to 125th in Global Passport Index 2026

Indian passport ranking has slipped one place in the Global Passport Index 2026, placing India at 125th out of 197 countries and keeping it outside the world’s top 100 passports. The latest

Pakistan Weather Forecasting Gets Rs1.6bn Boost for Climate Resilience

Pakistan weather forecasting is set for a major upgrade as the government moves to invest Rs1.6 billion in modernising meteorological services, strengthening early warning systems and improving disaster preparedness under the Annual Plan 2026-27. The investment comes at a time

Monday, July 6, 2026

Starlink Bangladesh Bandwidth Export Approved in Major Regional Internet Move

Starlink Bangladesh bandwidth export has received government approval, allowing the satellite internet provider to use Bangladesh as a route for carrying unfiltered internet bandwidth to neighbouring countries. The decision marks the first formal approval of its kind for a satellite

Monday, July 6, 2026

US-Iran Talks May Resume in Islamabad as Diplomacy Enters Crucial Phase

US-Iran talks are expected to resume on July 11, with Islamabad emerging as the leading venue for the next round of technical negotiations between

India Gas Curbs Lifted as Middle East LNG Supply Resumes

India gas curbs have been withdrawn after liquefied natural gas supplies from the Middle East began returning to normal, easing pressure on fertiliser plants,

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India energy supply disruptions: India’s Strategic Response to Energy Supply Disruptions Amid Middle East Conflicts

Monday, July 6, 2026

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India energy supply disruptions: India faces energy supply disruptions due to Middle East conflicts, prompting a push for domestic oil exploration to enhan

Pakistan Turkiye Trade Target Set at $5bn as Leaders Push Economic Partnership

Monday, July 6, 2026

Current Affairs

Pakistan Turkiye trade target of $5 billion has been reaffirmed as Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan pledged to deepen economic cooperation, expand investment links and give new

Indian Passport Ranking Slips to 125th in Global Passport Index 2026

Monday, July 6, 2026

Current Affairs

Indian passport ranking has slipped one place in the Global Passport Index 2026, placing India at 125th out of 197 countries and keeping it outside the world’s top 100 passports. The latest

Pakistan Weather Forecasting Gets Rs1.6bn Boost for Climate Resilience

Monday, July 6, 2026

Current Affairs

Pakistan weather forecasting is set for a major upgrade as the government moves to invest Rs1.6 billion in modernising meteorological services, strengthening early warning systems and improving disaster preparedness under the Annual

Starlink Bangladesh Bandwidth Export Approved in Major Regional Internet Move

Monday, July 6, 2026

Current Affairs

Starlink Bangladesh bandwidth export has received government approval, allowing the satellite internet provider to use Bangladesh as a route for carrying unfiltered internet bandwidth to neighbouring countries. The decision marks the first

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Pakistan Turkiye Trade Target Set at $5bn as Leaders Push Economic Partnership

Monday, July 6, 2026

Current Affairs

Pakistan Turkiye trade target of $5 billion has been reaffirmed as Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan pledged to deepen economic cooperation, expand investment links and give new

Indian Passport Ranking Slips to 125th in Global Passport Index 2026

Monday, July 6, 2026

Current Affairs

Indian passport ranking has slipped one place in the Global Passport Index 2026, placing India at 125th out of 197 countries and keeping it outside the world’s top 100 passports. The latest

Pakistan Weather Forecasting Gets Rs1.6bn Boost for Climate Resilience

Monday, July 6, 2026

Current Affairs

Pakistan weather forecasting is set for a major upgrade as the government moves to invest Rs1.6 billion in modernising meteorological services, strengthening early warning systems and improving disaster preparedness under the Annual

Starlink Bangladesh Bandwidth Export Approved in Major Regional Internet Move

Monday, July 6, 2026

Current Affairs

Starlink Bangladesh bandwidth export has received government approval, allowing the satellite internet provider to use Bangladesh as a route for carrying unfiltered internet bandwidth to neighbouring countries. The decision marks the first

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Business

India energy supply disruptions: India’s Strategic Response to Energy Supply Disruptions Amid Middle East Conflicts

Monday, July 6, 2026

Business

India energy supply disruptions: India faces energy supply disruptions due to Middle East conflicts, prompting a push for domestic oil exploration to enhan

Turkish investment in Pakistan: PM Shehbaz Invites Turkish Companies to Invest in Key Sectors of Pakistan

Sunday, July 5, 2026

Business

Turkish investment in Pakistan: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif invites Turkish companies to invest in key sectors of Pakistan, enhancing economic ties and o

What Is Nayara Energy, and Why Is Russia Reportedly Buying Fuel From an Indian Refiner?

Saturday, July 4, 2026

Business

Russia, one of the world’s biggest oil producers, is reportedly importing petrol made by India’s Nayara Energy as Ukrainian strikes on Russian refineries create fuel shortages at home. The report has drawn

Bangladesh-Pakistan Jute Trade Gains Momentum With Stronger Bilateral Engagement

Tuesday, June 30, 2026

Business·Current Affairs

Bangladesh-Pakistan jute trade is gaining fresh momentum as Pakistan looks to increase imports of Bangladeshi jute and jute products, while both countries move to rebuild commercial ties after years of limited economic

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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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Pakistan Turkiye Trade Target Set at $5bn as Leaders Push Economic Partnership

Indian Passport Ranking Slips to 125th in Global Passport Index 2026

Pakistan Weather Forecasting Gets Rs1.6bn Boost for Climate Resilience

Starlink Bangladesh Bandwidth Export Approved in Major Regional Internet Move

US-Iran Talks May Resume in Islamabad as Diplomacy Enters Crucial Phase

India Gas Curbs Lifted as Middle East LNG Supply Resumes

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India energy supply disruptions: India’s Strategic Response to Energy Supply Disruptions Amid Middle East Conflicts

Pakistan Turkiye Trade Target Set at $5bn as Leaders Push Economic Partnership

Indian Passport Ranking Slips to 125th in Global Passport Index 2026

Pakistan Weather Forecasting Gets Rs1.6bn Boost for Climate Resilience

Starlink Bangladesh Bandwidth Export Approved in Major Regional Internet Move

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India energy supply disruptions: India’s Strategic Response to Energy Supply Disruptions Amid Middle East Conflicts

Pakistan Turkiye Trade Target Set at $5bn as Leaders Push Economic Partnership

Indian Passport Ranking Slips to 125th in Global Passport Index 2026

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Pakistan Turkiye Trade Target Set at $5bn as Leaders Push Economic Partnership

Indian Passport Ranking Slips to 125th in Global Passport Index 2026

Pakistan Weather Forecasting Gets Rs1.6bn Boost for Climate Resilience

Starlink Bangladesh Bandwidth Export Approved in Major Regional Internet Move

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India energy supply disruptions: India’s Strategic Response to Energy Supply Disruptions Amid Middle East Conflicts

Turkish investment in Pakistan: PM Shehbaz Invites Turkish Companies to Invest in Key Sectors of Pakistan

What Is Nayara Energy, and Why Is Russia Reportedly Buying Fuel From an Indian Refiner?

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