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Bangladesh: National Charter Draft Set for Political Party Review

Thursday, November 13, 2025

The National Consensus Commission, led by Vice-Chairman Professor Ali Riaz, has finalized a preliminary national charter draft, which will be shared with political parties on July 28, 2025. This announcement was made

Nipah Virus in Southern India: A Deadly Zoonotic Threat Explained

Wednesday, November 19, 2025

Current Affairs

The Nipah virus (NiV), a highly lethal zoonotic pathogen, has resurfaced in southern India, particularly in Kerala, raising alarms due to its devastating potential. With a case fatality rate of 40-75%, this

Bangladesh Banking Sector Overhaul Estimated at $5B-$6B

Wednesday, November 19, 2025

Business·Current Affairs

The Bangladesh banking sector is grappling with severe challenges, requiring an estimated $5 billion to $6 billion to stabilize troubled institutions. Years of mismanagement and widespread irregularities have left many banks burdened

Controversy Surrounding Punjab’s Cotton Production Data

Punjab’s Cotton Production Data: Controversy Arose

Wednesday, November 19, 2025

Business·Current Affairs

A significant disagreement has emerged in Punjab, Pakistan, over the accuracy of cotton production data, raising concerns among farmers, industry stakeholders, and policymakers. The dispute centers on conflicting figures reported by the

Pakistan’s Trade with Central Asia Declines as Imports Surge

Wednesday, November 19, 2025

Business

Pakistan’s trade with Central Asian countries has seen a significant downturn in the fiscal year 2025, with exports to the region dropping by 31.63% to $197.06 million from $288.23 million in FY24.

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Bangladesh: National Charter Draft Set for Political Party Review

Nipah Virus in Southern India: A Deadly Zoonotic Threat Explained

Bangladesh Banking Sector Overhaul Estimated at $5B-$6B

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Pakistan’s Trade with Central Asia Declines as Imports Surge

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