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US Extends Sanctions Waiver on Russian Oil to India

Tuesday, May 19, 2026

US Extends Sanctions Waiver on Russian Oil, Impacting India

US extends sanctions waiver on Russian Oil import: On May 19, 2026, the United States extended a temporary waiver allowing Russian oil already in transit to be delivered despite existing sanctions. This

India-Norway partnership: Green Strategic Pact Sealed

Tuesday, May 19, 2026

India and Norway Forge Green Strategic Partnership

India-Norway Partnership: On May 18, 2026, India and Norway elevated their bilateral relations to a green strategic partnership, focusing on cooperation in health, space, and digitalization. The agreement was formalized during a

Bangladesh and UNDP's $3.7M Low-Carbon Urban Initiative

Bangladesh and UNDP Collaborate on Low-Carbon Urban Development

On May 18, 2026, Bangladesh, in collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), launched a significant initiative to foster low-carbon urban development. The project, titled ‘Promoting Energy-Related Low Carbon Urban Development (LCUD) in Bangladesh,’ is supported by a $3.7

Tuesday, May 19, 2026

NEET Paper Leak: CBI Intensifies investigation in Latur

CBI Intensifies Probe into NEET Paper Leak in Latur

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) intensified its investigation into the alleged NEET-UG paper leak by conducting thorough searches at Renukai Chemistry Classes in Latur, Maharashtra, on May 17, 2026. The operation commenced in the Shivnagar locality and extended late

Monday, May 18, 2026

Modi and Swedish PM Elevate Ties to Strategic Partnership

Modi and Swedish PM Elevate India-Sweden Ties to Strategic Partnership

On May 17, 2026, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson to elevate the bilateral relations between India and

Pakistan Faces Economic Challenges Amid Middle East Instability

Pakistan’s Economic Struggles Amid Middle East Instability

Pakistan faces economic challenges as its economic landscape is increasingly influenced by external factors, particularly the geopolitical instability in the Middle East. This situation,

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US Extends Sanctions Waiver on Russian Oil, Impacting India

Tuesday, May 19, 2026

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US extends sanctions waiver on Russian Oil import: On May 19, 2026, the United States extended a temporary waiver allowing Russian oil already in transit to be delivered despite existing sanctions. This

India and Norway Forge Green Strategic Partnership

Tuesday, May 19, 2026

Current Affairs

India-Norway Partnership: On May 18, 2026, India and Norway elevated their bilateral relations to a green strategic partnership, focusing on cooperation in health, space, and digitalization. The agreement was formalized during a

India Continues Russian Oil Imports Post U.S. Waiver

India to Maintain Russian Oil Imports Despite U.S. Waiver Expiry

Tuesday, May 19, 2026

Current Affairs

India’s oil-marketing companies (OMCs) will continue importing Russian oil, as stated by Sujata Sharma, Joint-Secretary at the Union Petroleum Ministry, following the expiration of the U.S. waiver on May 16, 2026. The

Bangladesh and UNDP Collaborate on Low-Carbon Urban Development

Tuesday, May 19, 2026

Current Affairs

On May 18, 2026, Bangladesh, in collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), launched a significant initiative to foster low-carbon urban development. The project, titled ‘Promoting Energy-Related Low Carbon Urban Development

CBI Intensifies Probe into NEET Paper Leak in Latur

Monday, May 18, 2026

Current Affairs

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) intensified its investigation into the alleged NEET-UG paper leak by conducting thorough searches at Renukai Chemistry Classes in Latur, Maharashtra, on May 17, 2026. The operation

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US Extends Sanctions Waiver on Russian Oil, Impacting India

US extends sanctions waiver on Russian Oil import: On May

India and Norway Forge Green Strategic Partnership

India-Norway Partnership: On May 18, 2026, India and Norway elevated

India to Maintain Russian Oil Imports Despite U.S. Waiver Expiry

India’s oil-marketing companies (OMCs) will continue importing Russian oil, as

Current Affairs

India and Norway Forge Green Strategic Partnership

Tuesday, May 19, 2026

Current Affairs

India-Norway Partnership: On May 18, 2026, India and Norway elevated their bilateral relations to a green strategic partnership, focusing on cooperation in health, space, and digitalization. The agreement was formalized during a

India to Maintain Russian Oil Imports Despite U.S. Waiver Expiry

Tuesday, May 19, 2026

Current Affairs

India’s oil-marketing companies (OMCs) will continue importing Russian oil, as stated by Sujata Sharma, Joint-Secretary at the Union Petroleum Ministry, following the expiration of the U.S. waiver on May 16, 2026. The

Bangladesh and UNDP Collaborate on Low-Carbon Urban Development

Tuesday, May 19, 2026

Current Affairs

On May 18, 2026, Bangladesh, in collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), launched a significant initiative to foster low-carbon urban development. The project, titled ‘Promoting Energy-Related Low Carbon Urban Development

CBI Intensifies Probe into NEET Paper Leak in Latur

Monday, May 18, 2026

Current Affairs

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) intensified its investigation into the alleged NEET-UG paper leak by conducting thorough searches at Renukai Chemistry Classes in Latur, Maharashtra, on May 17, 2026. The operation

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Pakistan’s Economic Struggles Amid Middle East Instability

Monday, May 18, 2026

Business·Current Affairs

Pakistan faces economic challenges as its economic landscape is increasingly influenced by external factors, particularly the geopolitical instability in the Middle East. This situation, often referred to as the ‘Middle East Premium,’

Pakistan Launches First Panda Bond in Chinese Market

Monday, May 18, 2026

Business·Current Affairs

Pakistan has introduced its first Panda Bond in the Chinese domestic market, offering a new yuan-based funding channel at a competitive rate of 2.5%. This significant financial move was announced by Habib

Pakistan’s Strategic Entry into China’s Capital Market with Oversubscribed Panda Bond

Friday, May 15, 2026

Business·Current Affairs

Pakistan has successfully completed its first Panda Bond issuance in China’s onshore capital market, announced Khurram Schehzad, Advisor to the Finance Minister, on May 14, 2026. This marks Pakistan’s inaugural entry into

Pakistan and Vietnam Negotiate Tariff Reductions to Boost Trade

Friday, May 15, 2026

Business·Current Affairs

Pakistan Vietnam Trade: On May 14, 2026, Pakistan and Vietnam engaged in discussions to establish a preferential trade agreement (PTA) aimed at reducing tariffs on more than 100 product lines to zero.

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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 Extends Sanctions Waiver on Russian Oil, Impacting India

India and Norway Forge Green Strategic Partnership

Bangladesh and UNDP Collaborate on Low-Carbon Urban Development

CBI Intensifies Probe into NEET Paper Leak in Latur

Modi and Swedish PM Elevate India-Sweden Ties to Strategic Partnership

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US Extends Sanctions Waiver on Russian Oil, Impacting India

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