Blog

Geneva, November 21, 2025

The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued a strong call for urgent and collective action as World Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Awareness Week 2025 begins. Speaking from Geneva on Friday, the agency warned that unchecked AMR is rapidly becoming one of the world’s most serious health threats, undermining decades of medical progress.

WHO officials stressed that governments, healthcare systems, farmers, pharmaceutical companies, and the public must work together to curb the misuse of antibiotics and strengthen surveillance systems. The organization emphasized that without coordinated global efforts, routine infections, minor injuries, and common medical procedures could become life-threatening in the near future.

Islamabad, November 21, 2025

Pakistan’s famed Chilgoza (pine nut) industry is slipping into a severe crisis as farmers report escalating official extortion, mismanagement, and government neglect. Producers from remote northern regions say corrupt practices at various checkpoints and excessive levies have made it nearly impossible to transport their harvest profitably.

Stakeholders warn that without immediate reforms, the Chilgoza sector—one of Pakistan’s major high-value exports—may face long-term damage. Farmers are urging the government to curb illegal extortion, improve infrastructure, and provide meaningful support to revive an industry that sustains thousands of livelihoods across the country’s mountainous belt.

Kabul, November 21, 2025

A mild earthquake measuring 4.3 on the Richter scale struck parts of Afghanistan on Friday, causing brief tremors across the region. The quake, recorded near Kabul, prompted residents to step out of their homes as precautionary measures, though no major damage or casualties were immediately reported.

Local authorities and disaster response teams continue to monitor the situation while urging citizens to remain alert. Afghanistan, located in a seismically active zone, frequently experiences such tremors, highlighting the ongoing need for preparedness and resilient infrastructure.