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    West Asia Conflict Puts Nepal’s Remittance Inflows at Risk, Raises Economic Concerns

    Remittances already account for nearly 67 per cent of Nepal’s total foreign currency earnings. Tourism and exports from the Gulf add smaller but important flows. Last fiscal year, 20,504 tourists from Gulf countries visited Nepal, representing 1.8 per cent of total arrivals.
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    Animals and wildlife

    Sundarbans Honey Harvesting Begins Amid Security Concerns

    Sundarbans honey has also attracted global interest. Earlier efforts secured geographical indication (GI) recognition, highlighting its distinct origin and traditional knowledge.
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    Afghanistan

    2025 Named Among Deadliest Years on Record for Asia-Pacific Migrants, with Nearly 1,500 Afghan Lives Lost

    As governments and international agencies absorb the latest IOM findings, rights advocates are pressing for immediate action.
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    Agriculture

    UN International Year of the Woman Farmer: FAS Webinar Highlights Women’s Central Yet Underpaid Role in Indian Agriculture

    The webinar saw active participation from the attendees and was instrumental in throwing light on and advancing the important discussion on women’s work in agriculture.
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    Agri-business

    War Risk and Rerouted Ships Batter Sri Lanka’s $1.5 Billion Tea Industry

    Stakeholders are calling on the government to explore alternative trade corridors, diplomatic engagement to secure safe passage, and urgent financial support for exporters facing liquidity crunches.
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    Empowerment

    Nepal Faces Up to 132,000 Job Losses and $1 Billion Hit as LDC Graduation Approaches, ILO Warns

    ILO’s Nepal country director Numan Özcan says that with evidence-based planning, increased investment, and inclusive social dialogue, the country can turn a potential setback into a catalyst for sustainable, job-rich development.
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    Agriculture

    India’s Rural Women’s Workforce Participation Climbs to 40% as Unemployment Holds Steady at 4.2% in February: PLFS

    Experts tracking these trends note that sustained improvements in female LFPR could play a pivotal role in achieving broader economic goals, including higher productivity and inclusive growth.
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    Agri-business

    “Guarantee of both income and security for farmers”: Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan Says in Lok Sabha

    Reiterating the government’s broader vision, Chouhan said that these initiatives collectively aim to build a system where farmers are not only assured of better income but are also protected against risks, thereby strengthening the foundation of a resilient and self-reliant agricultural sector in the country.
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