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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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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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Mass deportations from Iran leave Afghan migrants stranded in extreme cond
Updated : 8 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Thousands of Afghan migrants deported from Iran are facing extreme heat, lack of shelter, food, and water at the Islam Qala border. The crisis is worsening daily, with over 31,000 arrivals in 24 hours. UNICEF and Khaama Press report urgent need for coordinated humanitarian aid and support.
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UN Chief Guterres "appalled" by deepening Gaza humanitarian crisis, reiter
Updated : 8 months, 2 weeks ago IST
He reiterated his call for an immediate permanent ceasefire and the "unconditional and immediate" release of all hostages.
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Heart attack-related deaths surge in Karnataka's Hassan district, toll rea
Updated : 8 months, 2 weeks ago IST
The majority of the victims were young or middle-aged, raising serious concerns about an emerging health crisis in the region. Among the 22 deaths, five were between 19 and 25 years old, eight were aged between 25 and 45, and only a few were above 60. This disproportionate impact on the youn
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Hamas open to Gaza ceasefire but holds firm on war-ending demand amid Trum
Updated : 8 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Hamas on Wednesday indicated a willingness to consider a ceasefire with Israel but stopped short of accepting a US-backed proposal unveiled earlier by President Donald Trump, maintaining its demand that any agreement must result in a complete end to the war in Gaza.
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Monsoon fury claims 30 lives in Himachal: State Disaster Management Author
Updated : 8 months, 2 weeks ago IST
DC Rana, Special Secretary of the Himachal Pradesh Revenue Department and Disaster Management, addressed the media in Shimla on Wednesday, providing detailed figures on the ongoing monsoon crisis in the state.
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