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Sri Lanka IMF Reforms Remain Crucial as Bailout Nears End

Sri Lanka IMF reforms are entering a decisive phase as the country moves closer to the end of its $2.9 billion bailout programme, with analysts warning that the island’s economic recovery depends

Saturday, July 4, 2026

Bangladesh Bank NPL Crisis: Can Tk5.88 Lakh Crore Be Recovered?

Bangladesh Bank NPL crisis has become one of the biggest challenges facing the country’s financial sector, with default loans rising to Tk588,704 crore by the end of March 2026. The figure, equal

Pakistan Bus Crash Kills 40 After Bus Falls Into Ravine

Pakistan bus crash investigators are looking into the cause of a deadly accident in southwestern Pakistan after an overcrowded passenger bus plunged into a rocky ravine, killing at least 40 people and injuring eight others. The accident took place in

Saturday, July 4, 2026

Pakistan Crypto Diplomacy and the Trump Access Question

Pakistan Crypto Diplomacy Draws Scrutiny After World Liberty Financial Deal Pakistan crypto diplomacy is facing renewed scrutiny after Al Jazeera reported that Islamabad’s agreement with a Trump family-linked crypto venture has produced little visible progress on stablecoin payments, but may

Saturday, July 4, 2026

US Supports Pakistan’s Right to Defend Itself Against Terrorist Attacks

Pakistan’s Right to Defend Itself Backed by US State Department Pakistan’s right to defend itself against terrorist attacks has been backed by the United

India Allows Chinese-Linked Power Equipment Firms to Bid for Government Projects

India Allows Chinese-Linked Power Equipment Firms in Limited Policy Shift India allows Chinese-linked power equipment firms to bid for selected government projects, marking a

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Sri Lanka IMF Reforms Remain Crucial as Bailout Nears End

Saturday, July 4, 2026

Current Affairs

Sri Lanka IMF reforms are entering a decisive phase as the country moves closer to the end of its $2.9 billion bailout programme, with analysts warning that the island’s economic recovery depends

Nepal Child Vaccination: Why Cities Are Falling Behind Rural Areas

Saturday, July 4, 2026

Current Affairs

Nepal child vaccination coverage remains strong overall, but new data shows a surprising gap: children in cities and metropolitan areas are less likely to receive all recommended vaccines than those in rural

Bangladesh Bank NPL Crisis: Can Tk5.88 Lakh Crore Be Recovered?

Saturday, July 4, 2026

Current Affairs

Bangladesh Bank NPL crisis has become one of the biggest challenges facing the country’s financial sector, with default loans rising to Tk588,704 crore by the end of March 2026. The figure, equal

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

Pakistan Bus Crash Kills 40 After Bus Falls Into Ravine

Saturday, July 4, 2026

Current Affairs

Pakistan bus crash investigators are looking into the cause of a deadly accident in southwestern Pakistan after an overcrowded passenger bus plunged into a rocky ravine, killing at least 40 people and

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Sri Lanka IMF Reforms Remain Crucial as Bailout Nears End

Sri Lanka IMF reforms are entering a decisive phase as

Nepal Child Vaccination: Why Cities Are Falling Behind Rural Areas

Nepal child vaccination coverage remains strong overall, but new data

Bangladesh Bank NPL Crisis: Can Tk5.88 Lakh Crore Be Recovered?

Bangladesh Bank NPL crisis has become one of the biggest

Current Affairs

Sri Lanka IMF Reforms Remain Crucial as Bailout Nears End

Saturday, July 4, 2026

Current Affairs

Sri Lanka IMF reforms are entering a decisive phase as the country moves closer to the end of its $2.9 billion bailout programme, with analysts warning that the island’s economic recovery depends

Nepal Child Vaccination: Why Cities Are Falling Behind Rural Areas

Saturday, July 4, 2026

Current Affairs

Nepal child vaccination coverage remains strong overall, but new data shows a surprising gap: children in cities and metropolitan areas are less likely to receive all recommended vaccines than those in rural

Bangladesh Bank NPL Crisis: Can Tk5.88 Lakh Crore Be Recovered?

Saturday, July 4, 2026

Current Affairs

Bangladesh Bank NPL crisis has become one of the biggest challenges facing the country’s financial sector, with default loans rising to Tk588,704 crore by the end of March 2026. The figure, equal

Pakistan Bus Crash Kills 40 After Bus Falls Into Ravine

Saturday, July 4, 2026

Current Affairs

Pakistan bus crash investigators are looking into the cause of a deadly accident in southwestern Pakistan after an overcrowded passenger bus plunged into a rocky ravine, killing at least 40 people and

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Business

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

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

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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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Sri Lanka IMF Reforms Remain Crucial as Bailout Nears End

Bangladesh Bank NPL Crisis: Can Tk5.88 Lakh Crore Be Recovered?

Pakistan Bus Crash Kills 40 After Bus Falls Into Ravine

Pakistan Crypto Diplomacy and the Trump Access Question

US Supports Pakistan’s Right to Defend Itself Against Terrorist Attacks

India Allows Chinese-Linked Power Equipment Firms to Bid for Government Projects

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Sri Lanka IMF Reforms Remain Crucial as Bailout Nears End

Nepal Child Vaccination: Why Cities Are Falling Behind Rural Areas

Bangladesh Bank NPL Crisis: Can Tk5.88 Lakh Crore Be Recovered?

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

Pakistan Bus Crash Kills 40 After Bus Falls Into Ravine

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Sri Lanka IMF Reforms Remain Crucial as Bailout Nears End

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Sri Lanka IMF Reforms Remain Crucial as Bailout Nears End

Nepal Child Vaccination: Why Cities Are Falling Behind Rural Areas

Bangladesh Bank NPL Crisis: Can Tk5.88 Lakh Crore Be Recovered?

Pakistan Bus Crash Kills 40 After Bus Falls Into Ravine

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

Bangladesh-Pakistan Jute Trade Gains Momentum With Stronger Bilateral Engagement

India Summer Crop Planting Lags After Slow Monsoon Start

Pakistan Considers Buying Cheap Oil and Gas From Iran

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