The Taliban fighters have killed 20 civilians and wounded 40 others during the three-day ceasefire agreed between the government and militants during Eid-al Adha, security official said on Monday
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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Minority woes: No place for Sikhs in Pakistan
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Pakistan records lowest COVID-19 death count since April
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21 cops suspended over killing of ex-Army officer in Bangladesh
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Norway to provide $1.5m to support improved ship recycling in Bangladesh
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