Pakistan has extended its nationwide austerity drive until June 13, 2026, after U.S. President Donald Trump rejected Iran's peace proposal. Fuel cuts, vehicle restrictions, and salary reductions remain in force as Islamabad navigates an energy crisis rooted in the West Asia conflict.
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India to host BRICS and Quad foreign ministers in May 2026, with Marco Rubio’s visit highlighting New Delhi’s pivotal role in global diplomacy and strategic balance.
UNDP warns West Asia conflict could push 2.5M Indians into poverty, raising energy costs, disrupting trade, remittances, and livelihoods nationwide.
Ali Larijani’s assassination escalates Middle East tensions, raising legal questions on targeted killings and testing Iran’s political resilience.
Supreme Court criticised SBI and banks for being lenient with big defaulters while subjecting small borrowers to borderline harassment.
21 May, 2026 11:51 AM
