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Close Call at Chicago Airport: Southwest Airlines Flight Dodges Collision with Private Jet
A near disaster took place at Chicago Midway International Airport on Tuesday morning when Southwest Airlines Flight 2504 performed an emergency abort to avert...
Two Dead, Five Injured in South Korea Bridge Collapse at Construction Site
A bridge construction site at Cheonan in South Korea experienced a fatal collapse during the morning hours on Tuesday that killed two workers while...
Violence Erupts at Bangladesh’s Cox’s Bazar Air Force Base, One Dead
On Monday, one person died from violence that began at the Air Force base in Cox’s Bazar Bangladesh while several individuals sustained injuries from...
UN population and development review in Asia and the Pacific urges focus on individual rights and choices
Delegates from across Asia and the Pacific underscored the significance of population and development in a region home to more than 60 per cent...
UN launches ten principles for action to bridge the sustainable finance gap in Asia and the Pacific External
Amidst the challenging macroeconomic environment in many countries and concerns around public debt sustainability, progress in financing climate action in Asia and the Pacific...
International Day of Peace: Role of UN’s Peacekeeping Force in Maintaining World Peace
The International Day of Peace, observed annually on September 21st, is a momentous occasion to reflect on the importance of peace and its significance...
G20 Leaders Unite in New Delhi Declaration for Peace, Prosperity, and Sustainable Growth
The G20 member nations united in their commitment to global cooperation by adopting the New Delhi Declaration during the G20 Leaders' Summit. Prime Minister...
Global Water Crisis: 25 Nations Grapple with Unprecedented Water Stress as Economic Impact Mounts
Water scarcity has evolved into a critical global concern, casting its shadow over numerous regions worldwide. A convergence of factors, including rapid population growth,...
Environmental Concerns Derail Trade Deal: The Clash of Interests in the Indo-Pacific Framework
In the intricate world of international trade agreements, where economic interests often take centre stage, a surprising twist has occurred that underscores the growing...
EU Dilutes Corporate Sustainability Disclosures: A Step Back in Sustainability Ambitions
Amidst growing global concerns about environmental and social challenges, the European Union (EU) has undertaken what it deems a significant move towards reinforcing corporate...
$1.4 Billion Fund Unveiled to Combat Global Environmental Crises
The Global Environment Facility (GEF) has made a historic announcement, unveiling a groundbreaking funding initiative of $1.4 billion. This unprecedented fund aims to rapidly...
World Bank to provide loan of $300 million for school education in Chhattisgarh and $200 million for power sector reforms in Himachal Pradesh
The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors has approved a $300 million (Rs 2460 crore) loan to help expand and improve the quality of...