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WorldPhoto: Hindu WorldOpium poppy cultivation in Afghanistan surged to 43,000 hectares in 2026, more than quadrupling from 10,000 hectares in 2025, despite a Taliban government ban. The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime reported a fivefold increase in opium production from 300 to 1,500 tonnes. The UN urged providing impoverished farmers with alternatives to this lucrative crop.
Hindu World··Kabul
EntertainmentPhoto: HT EntertainmentFilmmaker Imtiaz Ali stated that increased digital content consumption has led to social isolation, as people often watch alone on personal devices. He emphasized that cinema offers a collective emotional experience, allowing audiences to share reactions. Speaking at a Mumbai film festival, Ali highlighted how post-COVID viewing habits have shifted towards isolated digital consumption, while theatrical experiences remain valuable for human connection.
HT Entertainment··Mumbai
WorldPhoto: Amar UjalaCyclone Arnab has crossed the coast of Andhra Pradesh, bringing heavy rainfall expected to continue for 24 hours in several districts. Authorities have issued warnings and are monitoring the situation closely to manage the impact of the cyclone on the region.
Amar Ujala··Andhra Pradesh
PoliticsPhoto: NDTVA major fire broke out around midnight on Wednesday at Vasco market in Goa, destroying more than 150 shops and causing extensive damage to goods. No injuries were reported. Chief Minister Pramod Sawant visited the site and announced financial aid for affected shopkeepers. Firefighters controlled the blaze after over four hours. The cause remains unknown. Earlier fires also occurred in Vasco that night.
NDTV··Vasco
HealthPhoto: TOI WorldA Michigan appeals court upheld a $9.7 million verdict against Henry Ford Macomb Hospital for negligence after Cathleen Allen died following complications from tummy tuck surgery. Medical experts testified that timely intervention could have saved her life. The jury found both the surgeon and hospital liable, emphasizing the importance of strict patient safety protocols.
TOI World··Michigan
BusinessPhoto: ET MarketsAsia OneHealthcare, a Malaysian hospital operator backed by TPG, has filed a draft prospectus for an IPO of up to 4.38 billion shares on Bursa Malaysia. The company plans to use the proceeds for hospital expansion, facility upgrades, debt repayment, and IPO expenses. It operates 23 hospitals and returned to profitability in FY26.
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Hindu World··Kabul
Photo: Hindu WorldOpium poppy cultivation in Afghanistan surged to 43,000 hectares in 2026, more than quadrupling from 10,000 hectares in 2025, despite a Taliban government ban. The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime reported a fivefold increase in opium production from 300 to 1,500 tonnes. The UN urged providing impoverished farmers with alternatives to this lucrative crop.
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