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Trump's $200B Plan to Lower US Mortgage Rates

US President Trump announces a $200 billion mortgage bond purchase plan using Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac cash reserves to lower rates. Experts question if it tackles the core housing shortage. Read the full analysis.

US Mortgage Rate Stays Near 2025 Low at 6.16%

The average 30-year US mortgage rate edged up to 6.16% but remains close to its 2025 low. Explore the trends, Fed's role, and the ongoing affordability challenge for homebuyers.

Why Indian Drug Makers Challenge Global Patents

Explore the high-stakes legal battles between Indian generic manufacturers and global pharma giants. Understand the impact on drug prices, accessibility, and the evolving IP landscape in India.

The Truth Behind the Global Affordability Crisis

Voters in rich nations are angry about prices, but is there a real affordability crisis? We examine the data, the political rhetoric, and the risks of misguided policies. Read more.

Baby G: Karnataka's Pioneer in Tribal Healthcare

Discover how Baby G, Karnataka's pioneering tribal healthcare provider, combines professional training with lived Adivasi experience to deliver life-saving care to remote communities. Read her inspiring story.

US Mortgage Rate Dips to 6.18%, Market Stays Tight

US 30-year fixed mortgage rate falls slightly to 6.18%, offering limited relief. Housing market sees more listings but affordability is a key hurdle for first-time buyers. Details here.

Home Loan Rates Fall, But Is Buying Easier?

Knight Frank's Affordability Index shows improved homebuyer conditions in major cities, driven by lower interest rates and incomes. However, the premium segment booms while affordable housing lags behind. Explore the key trends.

Air Purifiers Can't Solve India's Inclusion Crisis

Delhi's toxic air highlights a dangerous shift: treating clean air as a personal luxury, not a public right. Explore why individual fixes fail and what real solutions demand. #AirPollution #PublicHealth

Cash Transfers vs Public Goods: Why Voters Lose

From Trump's tariff retreat to Bihar's cash promises, political focus on immediate relief starves budgets for essential public goods like clean air and safe roads. Explore the costly trade-off.

Punjab Approves 300 Specialist Doctors for Better Healthcare

Punjab Cabinet approves empanelment of 300 specialist doctors across 12 domains to improve healthcare services. This initiative will enhance specialist availability and quality of medical care across government facilities in the state.

Punjab to Hire 300 Private Specialist Doctors

Punjab government announces empanelment of 300 private specialist doctors to address critical shortage in government hospitals. Learn how this initiative will improve healthcare access.

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