Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited (MRPL) has officially denied reports circulating on social media regarding a partial shutdown of its facilities, asserting that its operations remain fully functional despite speculation of feedstock shortages. The state-controlled refiner issued
Tensions involving Iran, Israel and the US have disrupted cross-border trade, causing fuel and food shortages in Pakistan's Balochistan border districts. Markets in Gwadar, Kech and nearby areas are witnessing sharp price hikes as Iranian exports decline, raising concerns over worsening supp
A government report highlights a severe crisis in Pakistan's education system, with over 25 million children out of school and most ten-year-olds unable to read properly. Low government spending, weak policies, and poor learning resources continue to affect education quality across the count
The UAE has sent 30 tonnes of food aid to Kenya to support families affected by severe drought and climate challenges. The assistance aims to address worsening food insecurity caused by climatic disruptions, including La Nina, as Kenya continues to face prolonged drought and water shortages.
New Delhi [India], February 18: Water shortages, polluted rivers, and irregular supply have quietly become part of daily life for many Indians. To address this, Mirchi has launched Jal Vaani, a nationwide campaign in association with the National Water Mission and the Ministry of Jal Shakti.
AI is a critical tool for solving India's talent shortages in essential public sectors rather than a threat to the overall labour market, argues Neeraj Aggarwal, Managing Director and Senior Partner at BCG. He believes that for a country facing a lack of professionals in key areas, the te
A UN assessment warns that although Pakistan has adequate calorie availability, diets remain unbalanced. Shortages of fruits, vegetables, pulses, and legumes contrast with excess cereals, sugars, and oils. Experts link this imbalance to rising chronic diseases and urge policy shifts to make
Three World Bank-funded clean drinking water projects have begun in Ghazni province, benefiting about 1,000 families. Residents say drought has caused severe shortages. Authorities said additional water supply networks completed this year have already provided clean water to nearly 4,000 fam
Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel stated that his country is open to dialogue with the United States on any topic but without pressure or preconditions. Amid severe fuel shortages and US threats, he rejected talks under duress, insisting on equal terms, sovereignty, and no interference.
The remarks come as Pakistan observed what it calls "Kashmir Solidarity Day" on February 5, a move that officials and analysts have repeatedly described as political posturing detached from realities on the ground in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) and Gilgit-Baltistan. Despite
Official government data shows that shortages of ventilators and malfunctioning equipment remain a serious problem in both tertiary and district hospitals. Patients suffering from major trauma, strokes, accidents, respiratory failure and other complex medical conditions frequently need immed