type here...
More
    - Advertisement -

    Governance

    Finance and Economy

    UN Slashes India’s 2026 GDP Forecast to 6.4% Amid West Asia Crisis, But Outlook Remains Robust

    Economists note that India’s large domestic market and diversified economy offer insulation compared to smaller, more open nations. Prudent management of fiscal buffers will be critical to navigating near-term volatility while sustaining the growth trajectory.
    OWSA Staff -
    Afghanistan

    Over 13.8 Million Afghans Face Acute Food Insecurity as Humanitarian Lifelines Snap

    The United Nations and its partner humanitarian agencies have repeatedly appealed for increased international support for Afghanistan.
    OWSA Contributor -
    Agri-business

    Pakistan’s Murree Brewery Breaks a 50-Year Dry Spell; To Take its Beer to Global Markets

    Despite this historic export milestone, the company’s leadership remains cautious. Murree Brewery has made it clear that it does not intend to draw unnecessary attention to its alcohol business within Pakistan.
    OWSA Contributor -
    Air

    Scorching Heatwave Engulfs Delhi and North-Central India: Temperatures Hit 45°C+ as IMD Warns of Prolonged Extreme Conditions

    As Delhi and much of India endure this punishing heat, the event serves as a stark reminder of the challenges posed by rising temperatures.
    OWSA Staff -
    Employment

    India: Unemployment Rate Rises to 5.2% in April 2026: Rural Joblessness and Falling Labour Participation Raise Concerns

    This uptick from 5.1 per cent in March and 4.9 per cent in February underscores emerging pressures in the labour market, particularly in rural regions where job opportunities remain scarce.
    OWSA Staff -
    Accountability

    Maldives: Three Ex-Presidents Unite Against Muizzu Administration in Bold Bid to Safeguard Democracy

    The agreement’s emphasis on releasing detainees and dropping charges will likely face immediate government response, setting the tone for political discourse in the months ahead.
    OWSA Contributor -
    Accountability

    Pakistan: Gwadar University Vice Chancellor Abducted; Protests Spread

    The motives behind the abduction remain murky, although they reflect a broader tactic of societal intimidation.
    OWSA Contributor -
    Bangladesh

    Bangladesh:Government Moves to Deploy Retired Teachers in Non-Govt Schools to Bridge Massive Vacancies

    This policy reflects a pragmatic acknowledgment of ground realities in Bangladesh’s education landscape: urgent action is needed to keep classrooms functioning and students learning, even as deeper structural fixes are pursued.
    OWSA Contributor -
    1...394041...247Page 40 of 247
    - Advertisement -

    Latest News

    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.

    Must read

    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.
    - Advertisement -

    You might also likeRELATED
    Recommended to you

    Air

    India’s Air Pollution Crisis: The Poor Bear the Brunt as Toxic Air Steals Lives and Livelihoods

    The poor of Delhi and beyond are not just breathing polluted air – they are breathing the consequences of delayed justice. Blue skies remain a distant dream while painful breaths define their daily reality.
    OWSA Staff -
    Asia Pacific

    Targeting Transformative Disaster Risk Reduction in Asia-Pacific Subregions

    Vanuatu is emblematic of the cascading disasters that Pacific Island nations increasingly endure, where frequent earthquakes intersect with the escalating impacts of climate-induced hazards such as cyclones, rising sea levels, and coastal erosion accompanied by staggering loss and damage experienced by vulnerable populations and ecosystems.
    Inter Press Service -
    Climate change

    Nature’s Carbon Sink Faces Critical Collapse Amidst Climate Crisis

    The study titled Low latency carbon budget analysis reveals a...
    OWSA Contributor -
    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.

    Editor Picks

    Climate Change

    Hot Topics

    About OWSA

    OWSA aims to be the place global citizens turn to for news and views concerning human development from across SouthAsia – the kind of news untouched by the mainstream media. We do not sell fear.

    Follow Us

    © 2021 All Rights Reserved. www.owsa.in