UN dramatically hikes Pakistan flood aid appeal

Oct 03, 2022

Islamabad [Pakistan], October 3 : The United Nations has revised its humanitarian appeal for Pakistan five-fold as it seeks to control a rise in...

Celebrities express solidarity with Punjab flood victims; appeal for aid

Sep 02, 2025

Celebrities such as Kareena Kapoor Khan and Suniel Shetty have come forward to stand in solidarity with Punjab amid the ongoing flood crisis.

UN launches USD 816 million appeal for Pakistan flood aid

Oct 04, 2022

Geneva [Switzerland], October 4 : The United Nations on Tuesday launched the revised flash appeal of USD 816 million to respond to the needs...

Pope Francis delivers Easter message after illness; met with JD Vance earlier

Apr 20, 2025

"I appeal once again," Pope Francis said, "for an immediate ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, for the release of the hostages... and for access...

Taliban cracks down on woman rights while demanding western aid

Dec 31, 2021

Kabul [Afghanistan], December 31 : Taliban officials are taking new actions to restrict women's freedoms and dismantle democratic institutions as they appeal to the...

Andhra Pradesh: Berry Borer pest threatens Araku coffee, farmers appeal for govt aid

Sep 01, 2025

The pest burrows into coffee cherries, laying about 50 eggs inside each fruit. Scientists warn that these eggs hatch within 30-35 days, allowing the...