April 28, 2026 1:48 PM

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UNICEF warns Afghanistan may lose 20,000 women teachers by 2030 amid restrictions

The United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF) today warned that Afghanistan risks losing up to 20,000 women teachers and 5,400 healthcare workers by 2030 amid continuing restrictions on girls’ education and women’s employment in the country. In its latest analysis titled “The C...

April 28, 2026 1:44 PM

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Bangladesh’s first nuclear plant starts fuel loading, power generation nears

Bangladesh moved a step closer to nuclear power generation today as uranium fuel loading began at Unit-1 of the Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant, marking a historic milestone in the country’s energy sector. With the start of fuel loading, Bangladesh is set to become the world’s 33rd country to generate e...

April 28, 2026 1:23 PM

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INS Sunayna reaches Singapore’s Changi Naval Base under MAHASAGAR vision

INS Sunayna arrived at Changi Naval Base in Singapore, marking her fourth port call under the vision of MAHASAGAR (Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions). The Ministry of Defence said that the ship had completed port calls at Malé, Phuket, and Jakarta prior to its ar...

April 28, 2026 1:07 PM

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Meghalaya declares Khasi and Garo as official languages alongside English

The Meghalaya Official Language Ordinance, 2026 has received the assent of Governor Chandrashekhar H. Vijayashankar, making Khasi and Garo the official languages of the state, alongside English. Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma announced this development through a social media post. The Meghalaya Off...

April 28, 2026 1:00 PM

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India’s exports cross $860 billion in 2025–26, says Union Minister Piyush Goyal

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has urged exporters and industry bodies to fully leverage India’s Free Trade Agreements with developed economies to expand market access, boost exports, and create employment opportunities. Chairing a meeting with Export Promotion Councils and industry ass...