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Nepal Faces Massive Reconstruction After Devastating Floods

A severe flood in Nepal's Bhotekoshi-Trishuli river basin caused extensive damage, killing many and destroying villages, infrastructure, agricultural heritage, and cultural sites. Thirteen hydropower projects with over 700 MW capacity were severely damaged, costing $1 billion, with reconstruction expected to be four times higher. The flood also caused significant environmental damage downstream in India, impacting border trade and raising concerns about China’s Belt and Road projects.

Deccan Herald·

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Politics

PTI's Long March to Islamabad Begins, KP CM Calls for Mass Support

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi has intensified Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf's (PTI) campaign against the federal government and military as a long march to Islamabad starts today. Originating from Lakki Marwat, the multi-day march demands the release of former PM Imran Khan and other jailed PTI leaders. Afridi urged widespread participation, expressing confidence that the march will change Pakistan's destiny and emphasizing youth support.

HT World··Lakki Marwat

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Politics

Israeli Minister Says No Background Checks on Foreign Pilots

Israel's transportation ministry stated on Saturday that it does not perform background checks on foreign pilots flying into Israel. The ministry also said it cannot guarantee that flights operated by foreign airlines are completely safe, highlighting concerns after the flydubai incident.

Times of India·

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Politics

Digital Technology Transforms India's Special Intensive Revision of Voter Rolls

The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of India's electoral rolls, led by the Election Commission of India, represents more than routine cleaning. Since the early 2000s, IT advancements have enabled software systems to not only remove duplicates but also create centralized, algorithmic mappings of voters and their familial networks. This shift raises concerns about transparency, decision-making authority, and the role of election officials in managing voter inclusion and exclusion.

The News Minute·

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Health

Whole Grains Improve Heart Health, Study Finds

A new study published in the European Heart Journal shows that replacing refined grains with whole grains can improve heart and metabolic health. Analysis of 87 trials with over 6,500 adults found that consuming 48g of whole grains daily reduced body weight, waist size, total cholesterol, and inflammation. Other markers like LDL cholesterol, triglycerides, blood sugar, and blood pressure also improved.

Firstpost Health·

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Sports

Ahmed Shehzad Questions Sam Ayub's Baby Celebration

Ahmed Shehzad, a former international cricketer known for his candid views on India-Pakistan cricket, has raised questions about Sam Ayub's recent baby celebration. Despite being away from active cricket for a long time, Shehzad remains in the spotlight due to his outspoken comments on cricketing matters between the two nations.

Aaj Tak·

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