In his letter, Gandhi urged the government to cancel the tenders issued for offshore mining blocks, emphasising the need for rigorous scientific assessments of their environmental and socio-economic impact.
Even before the earthquake, Myanmar was facing a severe humanitarian crisis, with nearly 20 million people in need of assistance due to ongoing conflicts and displacement.
Many Afghan women and girls are battling severe mental health issues, with some taking their own lives, others disappearing into Taliban prisons, and those with the means fleeing the country.
Despite the Islamic State’s setbacks in the Middle East, the assessment reveals that ISIS-K remains operationally capable and aggressive, leveraging its influence beyond South Asia to inspire and enable attacks across the globe.
Addressing the nation on Tuesday evening, Yunus expressed optimism about the visit, emphasizing its potential to deepen relations between Dhaka and Beijing.
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.
The effects are far-reaching and systemic. Surveillance and monitoring systems, vital for tracking infection trends and tailoring interventions, have also been weakened.
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.
The human cost is measured not only in the 27 confirmed deaths and four missing, but also in the 1,082 families whose homes or livelihoods have been disrupted at a moment when many were still recovering from August’s far larger trauma.
In the months ahead, progress on trade facilitation, connectivity projects, water-sharing discussions and high-level visits will test the durability of this positive framing.
Permanent housing, reliable food assistance, income opportunities and protection from the elements are still out of reach for many in Chawkay and neighbouring districts.
The human cost is measured not only in the 27 confirmed deaths and four missing, but also in the 1,082 families whose homes or livelihoods have been disrupted at a moment when many were still recovering from August’s far larger trauma.
In the months ahead, progress on trade facilitation, connectivity projects, water-sharing discussions and high-level visits will test the durability of this positive framing.
The international community’s response – through statements, potential aid conditions, or sanctions – will be critical in determining whether such crackdowns face meaningful consequences.