Pakistan is bracing for some tough days ahead as the country’s water system is likely to witness a dip in the next 24-48 hours, media reports said
Sri Lanka needs well-designed political and economic policy changes for long-term recovery
The government has taken steps to address shortages of fuel and gas to some extent when compared to the earlier situation which had long queues that stretched for kilometres outside fuel and gas stations. But a well-planned recovery plan still cannot be seen that can address the long-term food security issues.
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India records highest Covid death toll even as infection rate falls
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Modi does aerial survey of cyclone-hit Gujarat, at least 14 dead; navy rescues many from sea
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Sri Lanka government supports Supreme Court verdict on Colombo Port City
The Sri Lankan government has backed the Supreme Court’s determinations and amendments on the Colombo Port City Economic Commission Bill that relates to provisions for governing a Chinese-built new commercial zone which critics have dubbed as a "Chinese colony"
Journalists protest in Bangladesh over Rozina’s arrest
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13 journalists die of Covid in Nepal, over 750 affected
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