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    Afghanistan: Three of Every Four Humanitarian Organisations Comply with Taliban Conditions, Says Survey

    Afghanistan’s women and girls, already bearing the brunt of the crisis, stand to lose the most if current trends persist.

    IMF Links $5bn Bailout to Tough Reforms in Bangladesh

    Negotiations are ongoing, with expectations that a staff-level agreement could pave the way for formal approval.

    ADB Sounds Alarm on Surge in Fake Loan Scams Targeting Bangladeshis

    With a young population and ambitions for upper-middle-income status, access to genuine financing is crucial – but so is protection against exploitation.

    Sri Lanka Imposes Forced Labour Import Ban to Shield Exports from US Tariffs

    Long-term, the ban may accelerate Sri Lanka’s shift toward higher-value, transparent manufacturing.

    Bangladesh Launches Massive 250 Million Tree Plantation Drive to Battle Climate Crisis

    Bangladesh’s 250-million-tree target, if achieved with quality and sustainability, could serve as a model for densely populated developing nations.

    Himalayan Herbal Boom Turns to Bust: Livelihoods Crumble in Nepal’s High Altitudes

    Communities like those in Bajhang demonstrate remarkable resilience, but they cannot sustain the current trajectory alone.

    El Niño Threatens Bhutan’s Key Sectors Amid Climate Uncertainties

    Bhutan is already experiencing climate change effects as one of the most vulnerable countries despite minimal emissions.

    Pakistan’s Paradox: Flooded Yet Thirsty – The Hidden Water Crisis

    Pakistan has the potential to turn the tide. With smarter agriculture, technological adoption, community-driven conservation, and political will for infrastructure, the nation can secure water for future generations.

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    Secret Australian Inquiry Exposes SAS Command Failures and Toxic Culture in Afghanistan War

    The report underscores persistent questions about accountability for civilian harm. Related reporting on the region has highlighted ongoing challenges in post-conflict justice and the human costs of prolonged international military engagement.

    Cyclone Arnab Batters India’s East Coast, Leaving Trail of Floods and Crop Devastation

    While natural climate variability such as El Niño plays a role, the background warming linked to climate change adds to the heat available to these systems.
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