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    Prime Minister Modi Launches ‘SUBHADRA’ and Initiates Major Infrastructure Projects in Odisha

    The ‘SUBHADRA’ scheme is designed to provide financial support to eligible women aged 21-60 years, with ₹10,000 credited annually in two instalments directly to...
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    President Droupadi Murmu Opens Eighth India Water Week, Emphasizes Urgency of Water Management

    President Murmu pointed out that sustainable water management is integral to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly through enhancing community involvement in water...
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    Accountability

    137 Years To Eliminate Extreme Poverty Among Women: UN Women

    The report urges immediate global action to address gender inequality. It says, that despite some positive trends, such as declining poverty rates and advancements...
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    Agriculture

    Bangladesh Red Crescent Society Launches CHF 7 Million Appeal for Flood Relief

    According to recent reports, the floods have affected numerous districts, causing extensive damage to infrastructure, agriculture, and public services. In the northeastern regions, for...
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    Facing the Future: How Climate Change is Reshaping Agriculture in Pakistan

    As Pakistan braces for an uncertain future, the urgency for innovation and adaptation in agriculture has never been greater. Shaheen Afridi  Agricultural experts in Pakistan predict...
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    Asia Pacific

    Building Inclusive Smart Cities: Bridging the Gender Gap

    The disparity between men and women in terms of access to, usage of, and benefits derived from digital technologies creates significant barriers to sustainable...
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    Bangladesh Seeks US Support for Economic Reforms and Asset Recovery

    According to Yunus's press team, the interim government has established six commissions within weeks of taking office to tackle issues such as vote rigging,...
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    Climate change

    India Launches ‘Mission Mausam’: A 2,000 Crore Initiative to Revolutionize Weather and Climate Forecasting

    Through this comprehensive initiative, the Government of India aims to enhance resilience against climate change and extreme weather events, ultimately benefiting communities across the...
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