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    Global Wealth Plummets: Economic Catastrophe Looms with Rising Temperatures, Australian Study Warns

    The study highlights that the economic damage will not be evenly distributed. Developing nations, often located in regions more vulnerable to extreme weather events, will bear the brunt of the impact.
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    Afghanistan

    Pakistan Begins Mass Repatriation of Afghan Refugees Amidst International Backlash

    The coming weeks will determine how the repatriation unfolds and whether diplomatic efforts can alter the course of what many fear could become one of the largest forced migrations in recent history.
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    Disaster Management

    Russia’s Strategic Ceasefire Negotiations: The Battle Beyond the Battlefield

    While US Secretary of State Marco Rubio heads to Brussels for high-stakes NATO talks, former President Donald Trump’s recent remarks suggest a shift in American policy toward Russia’s reluctance to agree to a ceasefire.
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    Clean tech

    Can Renewable Energy Survive Climate Change?

    For renewable energy to truly fulfill its promise, the world must invest not only in expanding capacity but also in building a system that is resilient, adaptable, and informed by the best available climate science.
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    Asia Pacific

    Yunus’ Four-Day Visit to Deepen Dhaka-Beijing Relations

    Addressing the nation on Tuesday evening, Yunus expressed optimism about the visit, emphasizing its potential to deepen relations between Dhaka and Beijing.
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    Housing, land and property rights

    In Rajya Sabha: ARHCs Scheme Paves Way for Affordable Urban Housing

    Under the scheme guidelines, initial rents for ARHCs are determined by local authorities based on surveys. The rent increases by 8 per cent biennially, with a maximum cumulative increase of 20 per cent over five years.
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    Clean tech

    Greenpeace Ordered to Pay $660M in Landmark Ruling

    This decision stems from Greenpeace’s involvement in protests against the pipeline, which began in 2016 and drew global attention to Indigenous rights and environmental protection.
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    Bangladesh

    Bangladesh: Media Reform Commission Proposes Sweeping Changes

    To ensure ethical standards and accountability in media reporting, the commission advocates for the creation of an independent regulatory body. This entity would oversee media practices, addressing issues such as misinformation and unethical journalism.
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    Pakistan’s Airstrikes Kill Dozens, Including Children, in Border Afghan Villages

    Pakistan and Afghanistan have long shared a porous and contentious border, marked by historical disputes and ethnic ties.
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    Nepal: Oli and Dahal Eye Renewed Left Alliance Amid Election Losses and Corruption Probes

    As the seminar approaches, all eyes will be on the messaging from Oli and Dahal. Their ability to project unity while navigating internal party differences and external pressures will test the viability of left-wing resurgence in Nepal’s fragmented democracy.
    Agriculture

    World Bank Injects $1.1 Billion to Shield Bangladesh’s Food Security and Livelihoods from Global Shocks

    The approval sends a positive signal to markets and development partners amid global turbulence. For millions of Bangladeshis reliant on timely rains, affordable inputs, and stable prices, it offers reassurance that food security remains a national and international priority.

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    Pakistan’s Airstrikes Kill Dozens, Including Children, in Border Afghan Villages

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    Nepal: Oli and Dahal Eye Renewed Left Alliance Amid Election Losses and Corruption Probes

    As the seminar approaches, all eyes will be on the messaging from Oli and Dahal. Their ability to project unity while navigating internal party differences and external pressures will test the viability of left-wing resurgence in Nepal’s fragmented democracy.
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