Global poverty index rises for first time since its 2010 creation

Global poverty index rises for first time since its 2010 creation

The number of people living in acute poverty worldwide has reached an estimated 1.2 billion, marking the first increase in the global poverty index since its introduction in 2010, according to the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). The findings appear in the 2026 edition of the annual Multidimensional Poverty Index report, jointly produced by the […]

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Saudi energy minister calls for ‘serious’ response after Houthi attacks

Saudi energy minister calls for ‘serious’ response after Houthi attacks

Saudi Arabia’s Energy Minister, Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman, has called for a serious response following a series of deadly attacks attributed to Yemen’s Houthi movement, including reported strikes targeting Riyadh airport and other locations across the kingdom. Speaking at an energy conference in Riyadh, the minister highlighted the gravity of the recent developments and stressed […]

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CJP asks participants to maintain peace, avoid violence during 'Jantar Mantar 2.0' protest

CJP asks participants to maintain peace, avoid violence during ‘Jantar Mantar 2.0’ protest

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has appealed to participants of its ‘Jantar Mantar 2.0’ protest on October 10 to remain peaceful, act responsibly and avoid any form of violence or intimidation. In a statement issued on the day of the planned demonstration, the party stressed the importance of following lawful instructions, protecting public property and […]

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CJP Leaders Detained on Flight in Delhi, Massive Police Deployment Around Jantar Mantar

elhi witnessed heightened security after Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) leaders Abhijeet Dipke, Ashutosh Ranka and Saurabh Das were reportedly placed in preventive detention aboard their aircraft shortly after arriving at Delhi airport from Mumbai. The detentions took place ahead of a planned march towards Jantar Mantar, a well-known location for public demonstrations in the Indian […]

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India deploys police, restricts transport ahead of major protest demanding election chief resign

India deploys police, restricts transport ahead of major protest demanding election chief resign

India has stepped up security across New Delhi and imposed transportation restrictions ahead of major demonstrations demanding the resignation of the country’s election chief over allegations of irregularities in voter registration. The planned protests have intensified political tensions, bringing renewed attention to electoral transparency, democratic accountability and the right to peaceful assembly. The demonstrations were […]

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