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Afghanistan’s Kunar River Diversion Plan Raises Water Security Concerns for Pakistan

December 20, 2025

Kunar River Project Could Strain Afghanistan–Pakistan Relations Amid Water Stress

Pakistan’s already fragile water security situation is likely to face additional pressure as the Taliban-led government in Afghanistan moves ahead with plans to divert water from the Kunar River towards the Nangarhar region. The proposal has raised alarm in Islamabad over the potential reduction of downstream flows into Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and the possibility of renewed diplomatic strain between the two neighbours.

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India to Roll Out MLFF Tolling and AI Highway Management Nationwide by 2026

December 20, 2025

Multi-Lane Free Flow Toll System to Enable Zero Waiting at National Highways

The Union Government has announced plans to complete the nationwide rollout of the Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) tolling system, integrated with artificial intelligence-based highway management, by the end of 2026. The initiative marks a major shift in India’s road infrastructure strategy, aiming to eliminate congestion at toll plazas and significantly improve travel efficiency on national highways.

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Singapore Changi Named World’s Best International Airport 2025 at India’s Best Awards

December 20, 2025

Travel+Leisure Readers Rank Changi Airport Top for Global Passenger Experience

Singapore Changi Airport has been voted the Best International Airport in the World for 2025 at India’s Best Awards, organised by Travel+Leisure. The recognition reflects strong global traveller preference, with readers ranking Changi highest for overall travel experience, comfort and facilities among international airports.

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PM Modi Pays Tribute at Adwa Victory Monument, Honours Africa’s Anti-Colonial Legacy

December 20, 2025

Battle of Adwa Commemoration Strengthens India–Ethiopia Historical and Strategic Ties

Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid homage at the Adwa Victory Monument in Addis Ababa, commemorating Ethiopia’s historic triumph in the 1896 Battle of Adwa. The gesture underscored India’s deep respect for Africa’s anti-colonial struggles and highlighted the growing strategic and historical partnership between India and Ethiopia.

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CSIR–CFTRI Advances Annatto Research for Natural Colourant Applications

December 20, 2025

Annatto Value Addition: CSIR–CFTRI’s Post-Harvest Technologies and Food Uses

The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has reported notable progress in annatto research and technology development through its Mysuru-based laboratory, the CSIR–Central Food Technological Research Institute (CSIR–CFTRI). The initiatives focus on post-harvest processing, value addition, and expanding food and non-food applications of annatto, a natural colourant crop gaining industrial importance amid rising demand for clean-label ingredients.

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