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'Exercise restraint, act according to law': US urges Pakistan amid PoK crackdown

The United States has called on Pakistan to show restraint amidst escalating protests and violence. Officials emphasized the importance of creating conditions that foster free and fair elections while ensuring information access. Protests in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir concerning refugee representation have resulted in numerous casualties. Additionally, voting in seven constituencies has…

The Times of India

No offers received for Vijayawada Railway Station redevelopment under PPP model: Ashwini Vaishnaw

The initial bid for Vijayawada Railway Station's redevelopment received no response. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw informed the Rajya Sabha about this development. Fifteen stations are identified for development under the Public-Private Partnership model. The proposal for Vijayawada Station's redevelopment has received approval from PPPAC. Remaining stations are currently in master…

The Economic Times

'Stupid' and 'childish': Mater scandal gets dirty in Bearpit battle

'Ryan Park should be focusing his efforts on untangling the mess.'

Newcastle Herald

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'No one has been held to account': Coalition attacks Labor over Mater failures

Minister accused of 'ducking accountability and responsibility'.

Newcastle Herald

'It will never end until we are in public hands': Mater staff slam lack of accountability

Report reveals 'higher than expected deaths' at the Mater.

Newcastle Herald

Mould, cover-ups and corruption: inquiry calls for Mater PPP to end

'All of this could have been prevented,' inquiry chair says.

Newcastle Herald

She invented a business, got $41,381 in PPP loans and still won't spend a day in prison

An Illinois woman confessed to fraudulently obtaining government aid via a fake business, netting over forty thousand dollars from two Paycheck Protection Program loans. Her tax returns raised red flags that led to the discovery of the fraudulent activity. Ultimately, she avoided jail time, receiving probation and was ordered to…

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‘Cockroaches’ and crackdowns: Can Pakistan’s Gen Z storm the barricades?

Just look at what is happening in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. People have taken to the streets over bread-and-butter issues and local election grievances. At least 40 protesters have died this week alone. To add insult to injury, Pakistan defence minister Khawaja Asif has described these protesters as “enemies” like India and…

The Times of India

PoK's 'Azadi' protests turn Pakistan's Kashmir narrative on its head

Pakistani forces brutally suppressed peaceful protests in Azad Kashmir against electoral malpractices. The Joint Awami Action Committee continues its march despite significant casualties and an internet shutdown. Pakistan's defense minister blames India for the ongoing unrest and protests. The protests challenge Pakistan's stance on self-determination for Jammu and Kashmir. These…

The Economic Times

One killed as violence, rigging claims rock first phase of PoJK polls

The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) alleged that 35-year-old party worker Mukhtar Younus was shot dead during voting in Nikyal in Kotli district. The party blamed supporters of the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) for the firing. "Our party worker, Mukhtar Yunus, was killed and two others injured during incidents of firing…

The Times of India

Ministry taps public-private projects to ease fiscal strain

The Finance Ministry is fast-tracking public-private partnership (PPP) projects, with total PPP investment expected to exceed 130 billion baht over the next three years.

Bangkok Post

High-speed link hangs on contract rejig

The future of the 224.5-billion-baht high-speed rail project linking Don Mueang, Suvarnabhumi and U-Tapao airports now hinges on whether the government approves amendments to its concession agreement, with the State Railway of Thailand (SRT) warning the contract could otherwise be terminated.

Bangkok Post

Indus Waters Treaty fallout? Nearly a third of Pakistan reels as Sindh, Balochistan face water crisis

Pakistan grapples with a severe water shortage affecting one-third of its population. Last year, India suspended the Indus Waters Treaty after terror attacks. This has intensified water scarcity in Sindh and Balochistan. Irrigation canals face significant deficits. Allegations of unequal water distribution fuel political disputes. Farmers struggle as cultivation is…

The Times of India

Mater PPP financial penalties blow out to an eye-watering $300 million

'We don't know who the bondholders are.'

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'No place for corporate greed in public health': Mater PPP on the brink

NSW Treasurer able to use legal loophole to avoid Mater hearing.

The Independent UK

South Korea’s ruling party sweeps local elections but loses key mayoral contest

Outcome complicates president Lee Jae Myung’s bid to solidify political mandate

The Times of India

Is Indus Waters Treaty deadlock hurting Pakistan? Karachi reels under chronic water shortage

Karachi faces a severe water crisis during peak summer, coinciding with Eid-ul-Adha. Jamaat-e-Islami Pakistan chief Hafiz Naeem ur Rehman has accused the ruling PPP of gross mismanagement and failure to address the city's chronic water shortages despite 18 years in power. Nearly 70% of the city is reportedly experiencing extended…

Newsroom.co.nz

Courts projects too big to fail, too small to succeed as public-private partnerships

At last year’s Infrastructure Investment Summit, the Govt trumpeted its plans to partner with private investors to build courthouses and military barracks; it was slower and harder than anticipated. Jonathan Milne reports.

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Newcastle Herald

Mater hospital's future tied to legal liabilities and a web of companies

Hospital caught in 'various legal and cost disputes'.

Euronews

Which European countries will be the richest by 2030?

IMF projections show significant increases in GDP per capita in euro terms across Europe by 2030, but the rankings do not change significantly in terms of purchasing power.

TechRadar

Casio's 'Casino Royale' watch gets a Leica-inspired makeover, and it's the ultimate budget accessory for photographers

The Casio M-Edition watch provides Leica M-Series camera aesthetics for an affordable price

Digital Camera World

BBC expert’s Custom Casio timepiece is an affordable homage to Leica cameras

I’ve GOT to get my wrists on this custom Casio timepiece, inspired by Leica's M cameras!

Evening Standard

TfL's greatest hits revealed: from C-charge and Oyster card to Elizabeth line, 25 years of history brought to book

From the congestion charge to the Elizabeth line, Transport for London has transformed the way millions of Londoners travel round their city each day.

The Guardian - UK

Arthur Miller? Snore! Audiences want new plays – why are theatres scared of them?

A new report suggests playwriting is in crisis after Covid, with producers retreating into safe old classics. Well, not from where I’m standing

The Guardian - US

Former Phoenix news anchor sentenced to 10 years for $63m fraud in Covid relief scheme

Stephanie Hockridge and her husband falsified details to obtain PPP loans guaranteed by US small business agency

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