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Days before the parliamentary elections in the Maldives, President Mohamed Muizzu finds himself amidst a political storm. Allegations of corruption dating back to 2018 have surfaced, prompting opposition parties to call for an investigation and even raise the possibility of impeachment. President Muizzu has vehemently denied these allegations. It’s worth noting that Muizzu’s People’s National Congress (PNC) is set to face off against the Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP), the primary opposition party, in the upcoming polls scheduled for April 21st.…

In a dedicated effort to strengthen Nepal’s position as a highly attractive investment destination, the Government of Nepal (GoN) is gearing up for the Third Nepal Investment Summit (NIS) 2024, set to take place on April 28-29, 2024, in Kathmandu. This Summit will bring together eminent national and international speakers, dignitaries, sector-specific experts, and notably, high-level representatives from both the government and private sector, as well as development partners. The Government of Nepal (GoN) is working closely with development partners,…

Renowned Bangladeshi architect Marina Tabassum has been honoured in Time magazine’s prestigious list of the 100 most influential people, lauded for her groundbreaking contributions to architectural innovation. Tabassum’s distinctive approach deviates from the norm of commercialism, instead prioritizing the needs of local communities. In an industry where individual acclaim often overshadows altruism, Tabassum’s ethos stands out. Famed for her commitment to environmentally sustainable design, her architectural philosophy is deeply rooted in community service and environmental stewardship. Tabassum’s compassion extends even…

Imran Khan, the founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf and a former prime minister currently in jail, accused Army chief General Asim Munir of directly influencing the imprisonment of his wife, Bushra Bibi. Khan made these claims during a conversation with journalists at Adiala Jail, alleging that Munir played a role in the sentencing and even suggesting that the judge was pressured into the decision. Khan also criticized the state of governance in Pakistan, claiming it operates like a jungle where those…

Aseefa Bhutto-Zardari, the youngest daughter of the late former Pakistan Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto, officially entered the political arena on Monday by taking oath as a Member of Parliament. Last month, she secured an uncontested victory in the National Assembly from NA-207 Shaheed Benazirabad in her native Sindh province, succeeding her father, Asif Ali Zardari, who vacated the seat upon his election as President. Aseefa, 31, was sworn in by the Speaker of the National Assembly, Ayaz Sadiq, amid applause…

The Programming Committee of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) recently convened its Fifty-ninth Session at the SAARC Secretariat in Kathmandu on 06-07 March 2024. This in-person session marked a significant return after a four-year hiatus. The last physical meeting of the committee was held in Kathmandu on 19 December 2019, while the Fifty-eighth Session took place virtually on 15 December 2020. Under the current leadership of the Government of Nepal, which holds the Chair of the SAARC…