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Rice Prices Rise in Bangladesh Despite Strong Harvest and Imports

July 2, 2025

Business

Rice prices in Bangladesh have climbed sharply, defying expectations given the robust Boro harvest and increased imports. In Dhaka’s retail markets, Miniket rice now sells for Tk80–82 per kg, up from Tk72–74

Talks Between Political Parties and Consensus Commission Begin – Bangladesh

July 2, 2025

Current Affairs

Dhaka, July 2, 2025 – The National Consensus Commission in Bangladesh has initiated its eighth day of second-phase discussions with political parties, focusing on key constitutional and electoral reforms. The meeting, held

Quad Condemns Pahalgam Terror Attack

July 2, 2025

Current Affairs

The foreign ministers of the Quad nations—India, the United States, Japan, and Australia—issued a joint statement on July 2, 2025, strongly denouncing the recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. The

Bilawal asks India to Join Pakistan’s Anti-Terror Efforts

July 2, 2025

Current Affairs

Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, Pakistan’s former Foreign Minister and PPP Chairman, has reiterated his call for India and Pakistan to collaborate in combating terrorism. Speaking during a recent foreign visit, he emphasized that

LHC Recommends Mediation for 40-Year Military Land Dispute

July 2, 2025

Current Affairs

The Lahore High Court (LHC) has advised the military to resolve a decades-long land dispute through mediation, aiming to settle a conflict that has persisted for over 40 years. The court’s recommendation

PSX Breaks Through 130,000 Barrier

July 2, 2025

Business

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) achieved a historic milestone as the KSE-100 Index surged past the 130,000-point mark on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, driven by robust investor confidence and positive economic indicators.

Indian Rupee Dips Alongside Asian Peers; Tariff Deadline Looms

July 2, 2025

Current Affairs·Business

The Indian rupee weakened slightly on July 2, 2025, declining by approximately 0.2% to 85.6850 against the U.S. dollar by mid-morning. This dip mirrors modest declines across other Asian currencies, as market

Afghanistan: Passport Distribution Active in 27 Countries

July 2, 2025

Current Affairs

Afghanistan has resumed passport distribution for its citizens in 27 countries, marking a significant step in addressing long-standing delays. The process, restarted after a four-year pause in some regions, aims to ease

SC Sets July 16 Hearing to Examine Constitutionality of Yunus Interim Administration

July 1, 2025

Current Affairs

The Supreme Court of Bangladesh has set July 16, 2025, as the date for a hearing to address a legal challenge questioning the legitimacy of the interim government led by Chief Adviser

NCP Begins March with Visit to Abu Sayed’s Grave

July 1, 2025

Current Affairs

The National Citizen Party (NCP) launched its month-long “July March to Build the Nation” on July 1, 2025, starting with a visit to the grave of Shaheed Abu Sayed in Rangpur, Bangladesh.

ICT Case: Prosecution Seeks Charges Against Hasina and Others

July 1, 2025

Current Affairs

The International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) in Bangladesh is advancing its investigation into the July 2024 mass uprising, with prosecutors requesting formal charges against former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and several associates. The

Online Submission of Export‑Import Documents Now Mandatory

July 1, 2025

Business

Starting July 1, 2025, Bangladesh has mandated that all certificates, licenses, and permits (CLPs) for import and export activities must be submitted through the Bangladesh Single Window (BSW) system. This new regulation,

5,000 Unaccompanied Afghan Children return from Iran – UNICEF

July 1, 2025

Current Affairs

Recent data from UNICEF highlights a significant movement of Afghan migrants returning from Iran through the Islam Qala border, with approximately 5,000 unaccompanied children among them in June alone. This figure is

Investigation Reveals Hidden Deaths at India Festival Crush

July 1, 2025

Business

A recent investigation by the BBC has exposed a significant undercount of fatalities in a tragic stampede at the Kumbh Mela, one of India’s largest religious gatherings. Official reports initially stated 37

4.4-Magnitude Earthquake Jolts Lahore

July 1, 2025

Current Affairs

A 4.4-magnitude earthquake struck Lahore and surrounding areas in Pakistan’s Punjab province on July 1, 2025, at approximately 11:39 PST. The tremor, with a depth of 14 kilometers, was felt in nearby

Is the Interim India-US Trade Deal in Trouble?

July 1, 2025

Business

Negotiations for an interim India-US trade agreement, anticipated to be finalized by early July, have hit significant obstacles, raising doubts about its timely completion. The deal, described ambitiously by US leadership, aimed

Pakistan and UK Set to Address Non-Tariff Barriers in Trade Talks

July 1, 2025

Business

Pakistan and the United Kingdom are preparing for a significant trade dialogue aimed at reducing non-tariff barriers (NTBs) to boost bilateral commerce. The upcoming UK-Pakistan Trade Dialogue, a ministerial platform, will focus

Petrol and Diesel Prices Surge in Pakistan After Israel-Iran Conflict

July 1, 2025

Current Affairs·Business

Pakistan has witnessed a sharp increase in fuel prices, with petrol rising by Rs8.36 per litre to Rs265.61 and diesel by Rs10.39 per litre to Rs272.98, effective from July 1, 2025. This

PSX Starts FY26 on a Positive Note

July 1, 2025

Business·Current Affairs

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) began the fiscal year 2025-26 with a strong performance, as the KSE-100 Index surged past the 128,000-point mark during early trading on Tuesday. This milestone reflects robust

Delegation Reaches US to Finalize Trade Deal – Pakistan

July 1, 2025

Current Affairs·Business

A Pakistani delegation arrived in Washington on Monday to conclude a significant trade agreement with the United States, aiming to strengthen economic ties and address challenges posed by high U.S. import tariffs.

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Rice Prices Rise in Bangladesh Despite Strong Harvest and Imports

Talks Between Political Parties and Consensus Commission Begin – Bangladesh

Quad Condemns Pahalgam Terror Attack

Bilawal asks India to Join Pakistan’s Anti-Terror Efforts

LHC Recommends Mediation for 40-Year Military Land Dispute

PSX Breaks Through 130,000 Barrier

Indian Rupee Dips Alongside Asian Peers; Tariff Deadline Looms

Afghanistan: Passport Distribution Active in 27 Countries

SC Sets July 16 Hearing to Examine Constitutionality of Yunus Interim Administration

NCP Begins March with Visit to Abu Sayed’s Grave

ICT Case: Prosecution Seeks Charges Against Hasina and Others

Online Submission of Export‑Import Documents Now Mandatory

5,000 Unaccompanied Afghan Children return from Iran – UNICEF

Investigation Reveals Hidden Deaths at India Festival Crush

4.4-Magnitude Earthquake Jolts Lahore

Is the Interim India-US Trade Deal in Trouble?

Pakistan and UK Set to Address Non-Tariff Barriers in Trade Talks

Petrol and Diesel Prices Surge in Pakistan After Israel-Iran Conflict

PSX Starts FY26 on a Positive Note

Delegation Reaches US to Finalize Trade Deal – Pakistan

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