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    Bangladesh

    UN Expert Warns Impunity at Heart of Mob Violence Against Media in Bangladesh

    International human rights organisations have urged Dhaka to adopt urgent measures to curb hate speech, bolster protections for journalists, and prosecute individuals involved in mob violence.
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    Democracy

    Nepal: Top Court Holds Off Interim Order as Government and Gen Z Forge Agreement on Timely Polls

    Most of the parties represented in the now-dissolved House of Representatives voiced their commitment to proceed with the polls, signalling a shared desire for political renewal.
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    Accountability

    Yunus Urges Vigilance Ahead of 2026 Election, Vows Transparent, Peaceful Process

    In a significant announcement, Yunus declared that the interim government would formally request the Election Commission to organise the national election in February 2026, prior to the start of the holy month of Ramadan.
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    Bangladesh

    Bangladesh Interim Chief Adviser Describes Corruption as Nation’s Biggest Problem

    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.
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    Accountability

    Pakistan: Authorities Seal Pattan Development Organisation’s Properties Following Election Rigging Report

    The War on Voters? report presents a detailed analysis of Pakistan’s electoral process, highlighting systemic flaws and irregularities.
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    Democracy

    Imran Khan Pens Second Open Letter to Pakistan’s Army Chief Amid Growing Political Tensions

    Khan was sentenced to 14 years in prison last month on fresh corruption charges, a verdict he dismissed as politically motivated. His wife was also convicted and handed a seven-year sentence.
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    Accountability

    Bangladesh: Reconstituted Commissions Set to Start Work Soon, Announces Yunus

    Advisory council members, students, workers, representatives of mass movements, representatives of civil society and political parties will be present in the deliberations and consultation...
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    Corruption

    Election Monitors Raise Alarm Over State Resource Misuse in Sri Lanka’s Presidential Campaign

    Transparency International Sri Lanka has raised issues regarding public officers in senior roles, who are legally restricted from political activities, actively participating in campaigning...
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    Bhutan

    Bhutan: Floods Expose Phuentsholing’s Housing Crisis

    Officials from the Thromde and national agencies continue assessments, with calls for enhanced collaboration between government, development partners like ADB and UNDP, and local residents.
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    Accountability

    Nepal: RSP’s Alleged Media Blockade and Crackdown Spark Fears of Suppressed Dissent

    In a troubling escalation, vehicles linked to Nepal’s ruling Rastriya Swatantra Party blocked media offices, amid protests over a...
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    Landslides Devastate Rohingya Camps in Bangladesh as Monsoon Risks Mount

    This tragedy underscores the need for sustained international support and policy shifts to protect a vulnerable population trapped in limbo.

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    Bhutan

    Bhutan: Floods Expose Phuentsholing’s Housing Crisis

    Officials from the Thromde and national agencies continue assessments, with calls for enhanced collaboration between government, development partners like ADB and UNDP, and local residents.
    Accountability

    Nepal: RSP’s Alleged Media Blockade and Crackdown Spark Fears of Suppressed Dissent

    In a troubling escalation, vehicles linked to Nepal’s ruling...
    Agriculture

    Thali Costs Climb in June on Vegetable and Fuel Price Surge, says CRISIL

    June 2026’s thali cost increases highlight the interplay of domestic weather, global supply issues, and structural factors in India’s food inflation.
    Accountability

    Nepal: RSP’s Alleged Media Blockade and Crackdown Spark Fears of Suppressed Dissent

    In a troubling escalation, vehicles linked to Nepal’s ruling...
    Finance and Economy

    Sri Lanka Targets Poverty Eradication: Aswesuma Programme Set for Phase-Out by 2030

    Launched in 2023 amid the aftermath of Sri Lanka’s unprecedented economic turmoil, Aswesuma represented a targeted overhaul of the country’s social protection system.

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