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India's EV surge needs a home-grown magnet fix: Report
Updated : 8 months, 1 week ago IST
While India aspires to become a global electric vehicle (EV) hub, the current crisis because of China's tighter export rules on rare earth metals exposes the fragility of India's supply chains noted a report by Primus Partners, a global management consulting firm.
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For NBFCs, education loan AUM growth to halve amid US headwinds: Crisil
Updated : 8 months, 1 week ago IST
For non-banking finance companies (NBFCs), education loans have been the fastest-growing asset class, clocking over 50 per cent growth in the assets under management (AUM) over the past few years.
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India's Wound Care Gets a Boost with New NPWT Practical Manual
Updated : 8 months, 1 week ago IST
New Delhi [India], July 9: India is grappling with a growing wound care crisis, with over 62 million people living with diabetes--25% of whom are at risk of developing diabetic foot ulcers--and a sharp rise in trauma cases each year. The crisis is further exacerbated by an aging population,
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"Nitish Kumar fooling people by re-announcing old schemes": Prashant Kisho
Updated : 8 months, 1 week ago IST
Jan Suraaj founder Prashant Kishor launched a sharp critique of the Bihar government's recent policy announcements, accusing Chief Minister Nitish Kumar of misleading the public through recycled promises and symbolic measures that fail to tackle the state's deep-rooted unemployment crisis.
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Hunger and helplessness in Karachi: Pakistan's gas crisis exposes governme
Updated : 8 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Karachi is facing a severe energy crisis with gas shortages and price hikes leaving families hungry and struggling. Frequent load shedding during key hours and a recent tax increase have worsened hardships, forcing residents to demand urgent government action for basic services like gas, ele
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Pakistan: Neglect, mismanagement leave Sindh drowning in climate chaos
Updated : 8 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Climate change is no longer a distant threat, its effects are devastating communities across Pakistan, especially in Sindh, where extreme weather events, food insecurity, and health crises are growing with alarming intensity.
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Cost of home-cooked thalis declines in June (YoY) but edges up on month-to
Updated : 8 months, 2 weeks ago IST
The cost of home-cooked meals eased in June as compared to the same month last year, driven by a sharp correction in vegetable prices, according to the Crisil Intelligence report.
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Cement makers to regain decadal average profitability in 2025-26 over dema
Updated : 8 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Growth in India's cement demand will recover to 6.5-7.5 per cent this fiscal (2025-26) after falling to 5 per cent in the recently concluded 2024-25 fiscal, according to a Crisil Ratings report.
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Pakistan: PTI slams perk hike for Punjab ministers amid public crisis
Updated : 8 months, 2 weeks ago IST
PTI slammed increased perks for Punjab ministers, calling it shameful amid economic hardship. The party said public hospitals lack basics while leaders enrich themselves. PTI vowed to oppose laws favoring the elite and accused the government of exploiting power while ordinary Pakistanis suff
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Himachal Pradesh: Thunag in Mandi faces severe water crisis after cloudbur
Updated : 8 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Thunag in Himachal Pradesh's Mandi district is facing a severe water crisis after recent cloudbursts and floods washed away machinery, water pipes, and transformers used to extract and supply clean water.
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Afghan returnees from Iran face homelessness, joblessness; UNHCR seeks urg
Updated : 8 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Thousands of Afghans deported from Iran face homelessness, joblessness, and lack of support, TOLOnews reported. They urge the Taliban-led government to provide urgent help. Meanwhile, Pakistani police reportedly harass Afghan migrants despite valid documents, and UNHCR warns of a growing hum
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UN official raises alarm over Iran's arrests of Afghan migrants
Updated : 8 months, 2 weeks ago IST
A UN official has raised alarm over Iran's arrest of hundreds of Afghan migrants accused of spying, with reports of abuse and lack of due process. UN experts, cited by Khaama Press, warn the situation may worsen amid Iran-Israel tensions and ongoing crackdowns on minorities and refugees.
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