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    Russia Agrees ‘In Principle’ to UN and Red Cross Involvement in Evacuations From Mariupol

    Guterres proposed that the UN, the International Committee of the Red Cross, and Ukrainian and Russian forces, coordinate work to both enable the safe...
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    Afghanistan

    Afghan Moms Receive a Fresh Start in the United States

    Despite the quality care she received, she still prefers the Afghan medical system. “Our doctors in Afghanistan were more knowledgeable,” said Freshta, who spent...
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    Early childhood development

    Greenpeace India Uses RTI to Debunk Government Claims On Fortified Rice

    The government replies blow in the face of claims of fortified rice being a silver bullet to solve the high prevalence of undernutrition and...
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    Climate change

    Population and Development Commission: ‘Perfect Storm’ of Crises Take Shape

    Opening its fifty-fifth session under the theme ‘Population and sustainable development, in particular sustained and inclusive economic growth,’ marks success for a body that...
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    COVID-19

    Building Resilience and Preventative Responses to Withstand Global Crises

    Resilience to shocks is no longer just about bouncing back — it’s also about building preparedness for even bigger disruptions. The climate crisis, COVID-19,...
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    Disaster risk reduction

    Humanity’s Broken Risk Perception is Reversing Global Progress, says UNDRR Report

    A ‘spiral of self-destruction’ is on, says the UN’s flagship Global Assessment Report, adding that this could undo social and economic advances and face...
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    Accountability

    Nepal: Ensuring that Local Polls are Truly Free and Fair

    Ensuring the code of conduct is followed, that candidacies are inclusive, and the expense ceiling is adhered to are as important as ensuring that...
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    Accountability

    Years of Policy Failure and COVID Throw Sri Lanka Into Deep Crisis

    Sri Lanka is collapsing and its economy is at a tipping point. The country is witnessing one of the worst economic and political crises...
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    Accountability

    India Sets 15-Day Deadline for Rural Job Scheme Complaints Under New VB-G RAM G Rules

    The Ministry of Rural Development has stated that the rules seek to institutionalise a citizen-centric, accessible and time-bound framework, thereby reinforcing the rights and entitlements of rural households under the scheme. 
    IPR and patent regime

    US Startup Claims Breakthrough in Turning Mercury into Gold Using Nuclear Fusion

    Whether the process ever supplies meaningful quantities of gold will depend on breakthroughs still to come in fusion engineering and materials science.
    Civil society

    South Asia Democracy Conference Opens in Colombo Amid Regional Democratic Challenges

    As the three-day programme continues, participants will explore practical questions of democratic renewal.

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    Accountability

    India Sets 15-Day Deadline for Rural Job Scheme Complaints Under New VB-G RAM G Rules

    The Ministry of Rural Development has stated that the rules seek to institutionalise a citizen-centric, accessible and time-bound framework, thereby reinforcing the rights and entitlements of rural households under the scheme. 
    IPR and patent regime

    US Startup Claims Breakthrough in Turning Mercury into Gold Using Nuclear Fusion

    Whether the process ever supplies meaningful quantities of gold will depend on breakthroughs still to come in fusion engineering and materials science.
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    Democracy

    India Showcases SVAMITVA at World Bank Land Conference

    India’s interventions across these sessions aim to serve as a call to action for other nations striving to achieve SDG Target 1.4.2 which aims to ensure legal ownership and control over land for all, especially vulnerable communities.
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    Justice

    Sri Lanka, Pakistan Agree to Dismantle Cross-Border Drug Networks

    By aligning with Pakistan and India, Sri Lanka envisions a fortified perimeter. The proposed triple-lock system would integrate real-time intelligence sharing via secure platforms, joint naval patrols, and aerial surveillance drones.
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    Agri-business

    Farmers Unite Against India-US Trade Deal, Vow Nationwide Agitation

    In a significant show of solidarity, farmer organisations from across India convened at Kisan Bhawan in Chandigarh on June 25, 2026.
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    Accountability

    Sri Lanka Under FATF Scrutiny as NGO Oversight Measures Draw Global Attention

    The balance struck in Colombo will be watched as a test case for risk-based implementation of FATF Recommendation 8 across the region.
    Afghanistan

    Afghanistan’s Opium Cultivation Surges 325% in 2026 Despite Taliban Ban, UN Reports

    Sustained monitoring will be essential to determine whether 2026 marks a temporary adjustment or the start of a broader recovery of Afghanistan’s opium economy.
    Clean tech

    Sri Lanka Weighs Nuclear Option for Reliable Low-Carbon Power

    The desire for energy security and cleaner power is clear, yet the institutional, financial and technical thresholds for nuclear energy remain high.

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