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Thursday, July 2, 2026

US-Iran Doha Talks Focus on Strait of Hormuz

US-Iran Doha talks concluded in Qatar with discussions centred on the Strait of Hormuz, as diplomatic efforts continued to reduce tensions around one of the world’s most important shipping lanes. The talks

Thursday, July 2, 2026

Pakistan Fiscal Federalism Needs Deeper Reform, World Bank Says

Pakistan fiscal federalism has made “meaningful” progress since 2010, but major weaknesses remain in how money, taxation powers and responsibilities are divided between the federation, provinces and local governments, according to a

Bangladesh Dengue Surge Raises Alarm as Weather Aids Spread

Bangladesh dengue surge warnings are growing as health experts caution that infections could rise sharply over the next two months, with heavy rainfall, warm temperatures and high humidity creating favourable conditions for Aedes mosquitoes. The country has already seen a

Thursday, July 2, 2026

Afghanistan-Pakistan Airstrikes Escalate as Both Sides Trade Claims

Afghanistan-Pakistan airstrikes have raised fresh concerns over a widening border confrontation after Afghanistan’s Taliban authorities said they carried out strikes inside Pakistani territory, while Islamabad said its forces intercepted and shot down four drones in Balochistan. The competing claims mark

Thursday, July 2, 2026

WhatsApp Usernames in India Face Government Scrutiny Over Fraud Concerns

WhatsApp usernames in India are facing regulatory scrutiny after the government asked Meta-owned WhatsApp to hold the rollout of its planned username feature until

Russia Buys Gasoline from India as Fuel Shortages Deepen

Russia buys gasoline from India as Moscow looks to ease domestic fuel shortages caused by disruptions to its energy infrastructure, high seasonal demand and

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US-Iran Doha Talks Focus on Strait of Hormuz

Thursday, July 2, 2026

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US-Iran Doha talks concluded in Qatar with discussions centred on the Strait of Hormuz, as diplomatic efforts continued to reduce tensions around one of the world’s most important shipping lanes. The talks

India Pakistan fishermen repatriation: India Requests Pakistan to Expedite Release of 188 Fishermen and Prisoners

Thursday, July 2, 2026

Current Affairs

India Pakistan fishermen repatriation: India has requested Pakistan to expedite the release of 188 fishermen and prisoners, highlighting ongoing diplomatic

Pakistan Fiscal Federalism Needs Deeper Reform, World Bank Says

Thursday, July 2, 2026

Current Affairs

Pakistan fiscal federalism has made “meaningful” progress since 2010, but major weaknesses remain in how money, taxation powers and responsibilities are divided between the federation, provinces and local governments, according to a

Bangladesh Dengue Surge Raises Alarm as Weather Aids Spread

Thursday, July 2, 2026

Current Affairs

Bangladesh dengue surge warnings are growing as health experts caution that infections could rise sharply over the next two months, with heavy rainfall, warm temperatures and high humidity creating favourable conditions for

Afghanistan-Pakistan Airstrikes Escalate as Both Sides Trade Claims

Thursday, July 2, 2026

Current Affairs

Afghanistan-Pakistan airstrikes have raised fresh concerns over a widening border confrontation after Afghanistan’s Taliban authorities said they carried out strikes inside Pakistani territory, while Islamabad said its forces intercepted and shot down

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US-Iran Doha Talks Focus on Strait of Hormuz

US-Iran Doha talks concluded in Qatar with discussions centred on

India Pakistan fishermen repatriation: India Requests Pakistan to Expedite Release of 188 Fishermen and Prisoners

India Pakistan fishermen repatriation: India has requested Pakistan to expedite

Pakistan Fiscal Federalism Needs Deeper Reform, World Bank Says

Pakistan fiscal federalism has made “meaningful” progress since 2010, but

Current Affairs

US-Iran Doha Talks Focus on Strait of Hormuz

Thursday, July 2, 2026

Current Affairs

US-Iran Doha talks concluded in Qatar with discussions centred on the Strait of Hormuz, as diplomatic efforts continued to reduce tensions around one of the world’s most important shipping lanes. The talks

India Pakistan fishermen repatriation: India Requests Pakistan to Expedite Release of 188 Fishermen and Prisoners

Thursday, July 2, 2026

Current Affairs

India Pakistan fishermen repatriation: India has requested Pakistan to expedite the release of 188 fishermen and prisoners, highlighting ongoing diplomatic

Pakistan Fiscal Federalism Needs Deeper Reform, World Bank Says

Thursday, July 2, 2026

Current Affairs

Pakistan fiscal federalism has made “meaningful” progress since 2010, but major weaknesses remain in how money, taxation powers and responsibilities are divided between the federation, provinces and local governments, according to a

Bangladesh Dengue Surge Raises Alarm as Weather Aids Spread

Thursday, July 2, 2026

Current Affairs

Bangladesh dengue surge warnings are growing as health experts caution that infections could rise sharply over the next two months, with heavy rainfall, warm temperatures and high humidity creating favourable conditions for

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Business

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

India Summer Crop Planting Lags After Slow Monsoon Start

Tuesday, June 30, 2026

Business·Current Affairs

India summer crop planting has fallen sharply behind last year’s pace after a weak and delayed start to the monsoon season disrupted sowing of key crops including rice, cotton, corn and soybeans.

Pakistan Iran Oil and Gas Imports Under Consideration

Pakistan Considers Buying Cheap Oil and Gas From Iran

Sunday, June 28, 2026

Business·Current Affairs

Pakistan Iran oil and gas imports are under consideration as Islamabad explores cheaper energy supplies from Tehran, Petroleum Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik has said. The minister’s remarks come at a time when

Tata Electronics Cyber Breach Raises Concerns Over Apple, Tesla Files

Tuesday, June 23, 2026

Business·Current Affairs

Tata Electronics cyber breach claims have raised fresh concerns over data security in India’s fast-growing electronics manufacturing sector after a ransomware group allegedly posted files linked to Apple and Tesla on the

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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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US-Iran Doha Talks Focus on Strait of Hormuz

Pakistan Fiscal Federalism Needs Deeper Reform, World Bank Says

Bangladesh Dengue Surge Raises Alarm as Weather Aids Spread

Afghanistan-Pakistan Airstrikes Escalate as Both Sides Trade Claims

WhatsApp Usernames in India Face Government Scrutiny Over Fraud Concerns

Russia Buys Gasoline from India as Fuel Shortages Deepen

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US-Iran Doha Talks Focus on Strait of Hormuz

India Pakistan fishermen repatriation: India Requests Pakistan to Expedite Release of 188 Fishermen and Prisoners

Pakistan Fiscal Federalism Needs Deeper Reform, World Bank Says

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US-Iran Doha Talks Focus on Strait of Hormuz

India Pakistan fishermen repatriation: India Requests Pakistan to Expedite Release of 188 Fishermen and Prisoners

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