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India Arms Imports: 2nd Largest in The World

Tuesday, March 10, 2026

India Maintains Position as Second Largest Arms Importer Amid Regional Tensions: SIPRI

India Arms Imports: continues to be the world’s second-largest importer of military hardware, despite a 4% decline in arms imports between 2016-2020 and 2021-2025, according to the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute

Polluted Winds from Iran Threaten Pakistan Air Quality

Tuesday, March 10, 2026

Polluted Winds from Iran Strikes Threaten Pakistan’s Air Quality

Polluted Winds From the Iran conflict threaten Pakistan’s air quality. Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a warning about the potential air quality deterioration in western Pakistan due to winds carrying pollutants

India Denies Depth Exemption Underground Coal Gasification

India Rejects Depth Exemption for Coal Gasification Projects

The Union environment ministry of India has refused to grant an exemption to the minimum depth requirement for underground coal gasification (UCG) projects, citing environmental concerns. This decision was made during an expert appraisal committee meeting on February 23, 2026.

Tuesday, March 10, 2026

Sri Lanka Grants Humanitarian Visas to Iranian Sailors: Minister

Iranian Sailors offered Humanitarian Visas by Sri Lanka: SL has decided to grant free one-month humanitarian visas to 218 Iranian sailors rescued from two vessels following a U.S. submarine attack. The announcement was made by Minister of Public Security Ananda

Monday, March 9, 2026

SBP Maintains Interest Rate Amid Rising Inflation Concerns

The State Bank of Pakistan’s Monetary Policy Committee announced on March 9, 2026, that the key interest rate will remain at 10.5%. The decision

Escalating Middle East Tensions Drive Major PSX Decline

On March 9, 2026, the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) faced a significant downturn as escalating tensions in the Middle East led to a substantial

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India Maintains Position as Second Largest Arms Importer Amid Regional Tensions: SIPRI

Tuesday, March 10, 2026

Current Affairs

India Arms Imports: continues to be the world’s second-largest importer of military hardware, despite a 4% decline in arms imports between 2016-2020 and 2021-2025, according to the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute

Polluted Winds from Iran Strikes Threaten Pakistan’s Air Quality

Tuesday, March 10, 2026

Current Affairs

Polluted Winds From the Iran conflict threaten Pakistan’s air quality. Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a warning about the potential air quality deterioration in western Pakistan due to winds carrying pollutants

India Rejects Depth Exemption for Coal Gasification Projects

Tuesday, March 10, 2026

Current Affairs

The Union environment ministry of India has refused to grant an exemption to the minimum depth requirement for underground coal gasification (UCG) projects, citing environmental concerns. This decision was made during an

Sri Lanka Grants Humanitarian Visas to Iranian Sailors: Minister

Monday, March 9, 2026

Current Affairs

Iranian Sailors offered Humanitarian Visas by Sri Lanka: SL has decided to grant free one-month humanitarian visas to 218 Iranian sailors rescued from two vessels following a U.S. submarine attack. The announcement

SBP Maintains Interest Rate Amid Rising Inflation Concerns

Monday, March 9, 2026

Current Affairs

The State Bank of Pakistan’s Monetary Policy Committee announced on March 9, 2026, that the key interest rate will remain at 10.5%. The decision was disclosed on the SBP’s website, with a

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India Maintains Position as Second Largest Arms Importer Amid Regional Tensions: SIPRI

India Arms Imports: continues to be the world’s second-largest importer

Polluted Winds from Iran Strikes Threaten Pakistan’s Air Quality

Polluted Winds From the Iran conflict threaten Pakistan’s air quality.

India Rejects Depth Exemption for Coal Gasification Projects

The Union environment ministry of India has refused to grant

Current Affairs

India Maintains Position as Second Largest Arms Importer Amid Regional Tensions: SIPRI

Tuesday, March 10, 2026

Current Affairs

India Arms Imports: continues to be the world’s second-largest importer of military hardware, despite a 4% decline in arms imports between 2016-2020 and 2021-2025, according to the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute

Polluted Winds from Iran Strikes Threaten Pakistan’s Air Quality

Tuesday, March 10, 2026

Current Affairs

Polluted Winds From the Iran conflict threaten Pakistan’s air quality. Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a warning about the potential air quality deterioration in western Pakistan due to winds carrying pollutants

India Rejects Depth Exemption for Coal Gasification Projects

Tuesday, March 10, 2026

Current Affairs

The Union environment ministry of India has refused to grant an exemption to the minimum depth requirement for underground coal gasification (UCG) projects, citing environmental concerns. This decision was made during an

Sri Lanka Grants Humanitarian Visas to Iranian Sailors: Minister

Monday, March 9, 2026

Current Affairs

Iranian Sailors offered Humanitarian Visas by Sri Lanka: SL has decided to grant free one-month humanitarian visas to 218 Iranian sailors rescued from two vessels following a U.S. submarine attack. The announcement

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Business

Andhra Pradesh leads India's Shrimp Export Growth

Andhra Pradesh Fortifies India’s Shrimp Exports Amid Global Challenges

Monday, March 9, 2026

Business·Current Affairs

India’s Shrimp Export: On March 8, 2026, Andhra Pradesh’s shrimp industry emerged as a cornerstone of India’s seafood export economy, showcasing resilience amid global trade challenges. A sharp decline in shipments to

Crude Oil Prices Surge Amid Iran Conflict

Oil Prices Spike as Iran Conflict Disrupts Supply

Monday, March 9, 2026

Business·Current Affairs

Crude oil prices have surged past $114 per barrel for the first time since 2022, driven by the escalating conflict in Iran, which threatens vital oil production and shipping routes in West

Pakistan Braces for Fuel Shortages Amid Middle East Tensions

Sunday, March 8, 2026

Business·Current Affairs

LNG Supply Disruptions Raise Concerns Over Fuel Shortages Pakistan is preparing for potential fuel shortages as tensions in the Middle East threaten to disrupt supply chains. Petroleum Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik announced

Pakistan-Uzbekistan Trade: Plan 5-Year Trade Roadmap

Pakistan and Uzbekistan Forge Five-Year Trade Roadmap

Sunday, March 8, 2026

Business·Current Affairs

Pakistan-Uzbekistan Trade: Pakistan and Uzbekistan have unveiled a strategic five-year roadmap to bolster trade relations between the two nations. This announcement was made during the second session of the Pakistan-Uzbekistan Joint Working

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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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India Maintains Position as Second Largest Arms Importer Amid Regional Tensions: SIPRI

Polluted Winds from Iran Strikes Threaten Pakistan’s Air Quality

India Rejects Depth Exemption for Coal Gasification Projects

Sri Lanka Grants Humanitarian Visas to Iranian Sailors: Minister

SBP Maintains Interest Rate Amid Rising Inflation Concerns

Escalating Middle East Tensions Drive Major PSX Decline

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India Maintains Position as Second Largest Arms Importer Amid Regional Tensions: SIPRI

Polluted Winds from Iran Strikes Threaten Pakistan’s Air Quality

India Rejects Depth Exemption for Coal Gasification Projects

Sri Lanka Grants Humanitarian Visas to Iranian Sailors: Minister

SBP Maintains Interest Rate Amid Rising Inflation Concerns

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India Maintains Position as Second Largest Arms Importer Amid Regional Tensions: SIPRI

Polluted Winds from Iran Strikes Threaten Pakistan’s Air Quality

India Rejects Depth Exemption for Coal Gasification Projects

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India Maintains Position as Second Largest Arms Importer Amid Regional Tensions: SIPRI

Polluted Winds from Iran Strikes Threaten Pakistan’s Air Quality

India Rejects Depth Exemption for Coal Gasification Projects

Sri Lanka Grants Humanitarian Visas to Iranian Sailors: Minister

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Andhra Pradesh Fortifies India’s Shrimp Exports Amid Global Challenges

Oil Prices Spike as Iran Conflict Disrupts Supply

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