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    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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    Climate change

    Pakistan, IMF Agree on $1.3 Billion Fund for Resilience, Sustainability

    By adhering to its reform commitments and leveraging RSF funding, Pakistan aims to build a sustainable future while addressing critical challenges in fiscal policy, energy, and climate adaptation.
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    Features

    India’s Fight Against HIV/AIDS Hangs in the Balance Amid USAID Funding Freeze

    The effects are far-reaching and systemic. Surveillance and monitoring systems, vital for tracking infection trends and tailoring interventions, have also been weakened.
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    Bangladesh

    Bangladesh Interim Chief Adviser Describes Corruption as Nation’s Biggest Problem

    A National Consensus Commission has been established to gather input from political parties, and their recommendations will form the basis of a July Charter outlining agreed-upon reforms.
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    Disaster Management

    Mahathir Calls for UN Peacekeeping Troops in Gaza as UN Decides to Reduce Footprint

    Former Malaysian PM Mahathir Calls for UN Peacekeeping Troops in Gaza Amid Escalating Crisis
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    News

    Pakistan Working to Strengthen Ties with US, Says Gilani

    Reflecting on regional dynamics, Gilani reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to fostering constructive relations with neighboring countries, despite existing challenges.
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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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    Bangladesh

    UN Appeals for a Billion Dollars to Support Rohingya Refugees in Bangladesh

    The appeal aims to address the escalating needs of the refugee population, which includes approximately one million Rohingya living in overcrowded camps in Bangladesh.
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    India Eyes Global Food Basket Status with ‘Team Agriculture’ Push and Soil Health Drive

    Chouhan said expanding market access in this way can deliver better returns to farmers while advancing India’s goal of emerging as a major global food basket.
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    Editors Guild Report Lays Bare Credibility Crisis in Mainstream Indian Television

    The Editors Guild has positioned itself as a moral and ethical anchor for the industry, repeatedly calling for accuracy, balance and resistance to external pressures.
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    India Eyes Global Food Basket Status with ‘Team Agriculture’ Push and Soil Health Drive

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    Editors Guild Report Lays Bare Credibility Crisis in Mainstream Indian Television

    The Editors Guild has positioned itself as a moral and ethical anchor for the industry, repeatedly calling for accuracy, balance and resistance to external pressures.
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