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IMF Adds Fresh Reform Burden as Pakistan Faces 64 Conditions Under $7 Billion Programme

December 13, 2025

IMF Imposes Fresh Conditions on Pakistan, Deepening Reform Pressure

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has imposed 11 additional conditions on Pakistan under the second review of its $7 billion bailout programme, intensifying scrutiny of Islamabad’s economic management and governance standards. With these additions, the total number of conditions attached to the programme has reached 64 within just 18 months, reflecting persistent concerns over reform delivery and institutional weaknesses.

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Vinesh Phogat Ends Retirement, Targets Gold at LA Olympics 2028

December 13, 2025

Vinesh Phogat Comes Out of Retirement, Sets Sights on LA 2028 Olympic Gold

India’s star wrestler Vinesh Phogat has announced a dramatic return to competitive wrestling, declaring her intention to pursue Olympic gold at the Los Angeles 2028 Games. The decision comes after an emotional 18-month break following her disqualification at the Paris Olympics, an episode that marked one of the most painful moments of her sporting career.

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Meta India Appoints Aman Jain as Head of Public Policy

December 13, 2025

Meta India Names Aman Jain as Head of Public Policy

Meta India has announced the appointment of Aman Jain as its new Head of Public Policy, a key leadership move as the company strengthens its engagement with India’s fast-evolving digital and regulatory environment. Jain is set to take charge early next year and will play a central role in shaping Meta’s policy strategy in one of its most important global markets.

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Maharashtra Moves to End Mumbai’s Pagdi System With New Law

December 13, 2025

Maharashtra Plans New Law to Dismantle Mumbai’s Pagdi Housing System

Maharashtra has announced plans to introduce a separate regulatory framework to dismantle the Pagdi system, a century-old rental arrangement that has shaped Mumbai’s housing market since the pre-Independence era. Declared by Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, the move aims to resolve chronic tenant-landlord disputes and unlock redevelopment of thousands of ageing buildings across the city.

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Pop Singer Camryn Magness Dies at 26 After Miami Beach Accident

December 13, 2025

Singer Camryn Magness Passes Away at 26, Leaving a Lasting Musical Legacy

Singer and touring musician Camryn Magness has died at the age of 26 following a tragic accident in Miami Beach. Her family confirmed the news through a social media statement, describing her as a radiant artist whose music, warmth and fearless spirit touched audiences and fellow musicians around the world.

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