Afghanistan: 28 million people unable to meet their basic living needs
A new report by UNDP says that nearly three-quarters of Afghans were forced to rely on negative coping mechanisms to survive, while more than 80% of households remained in debt.
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The Bangladesh Factor in West Bengal Elections 2026
What explains the tectonic shift in West Bengal, something tantamount to a colour revolution from Red to Green to now Saffron? Veteran author and journalist Subir Bhaumik explains
India declines Russian LNG under sanctions, talks continue on permitted cargoes, sources say
Reuters New Delhi, May 11 (Reuters) – India has declined Russia’s offer to sell it
Maritime Insurgency and Historical Memory: The Baloch Liberation Army’s Naval Turn
Mir Hammal Jiand occupies a central place in Baloch historical memory. As a leader of the Hoth/Kalmati tribe, he commanded a fleet of small, fast vessels ghalbas well adapted to the shallow waters and intricate coastline of Makran.
Iran and US Closing in on Deal: Reports
Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman has said Tehran’s response to US views on its 14-point proposal has not yet been conveyed to Pakistan, state broadcaster IRIB reported on Wednesday.
Armenia, France Elevate Ties to a Strategic Partnership
Armenia & France Sign Strategic Partnership Declaration, Elevating Ties Across Defense, Infrastructure & Technology as Yerevan Signs Major Defense Deals with French Firms
Armenia’s Rising Diplomatic Profile
It is the first time that a country inthe South Caucuses has hosted the summit since its launch in 2022, and the largest diplomatic gathering ever held in Armenia
UAE oil break exposes deepening Saudi rift as Gulf power shifts
The move also part of a deeper rupture in ties in which Abu Dhabi is prioritising autonomy over deference to Riyadh, they said, and using oil as a tool to express its autonomy and show it will not be dictated to.
Rosatom Launches Bangladesh ‘s First Nuclear Powerplant
Dhaka: April 28, 2026: Rosatom State Corporation launched Bangladesh’s first Nuclear Powerplant. Fresh nuclear fuel
UAE to Exit OPEC, OPEC+ from May 1st
The UAE State news agency WAM said the move follows a review of production policy and capacity, aimed at enhancing flexibility in responding to market demand while continuing to support global energy stability.