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Pakistan among 23 nations facing drought emergencies

The report released by the UN Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) ahead of the UN Desertification and Drought Day (June 17) says over the past century, the highest total number of humans affected by drought was in Asia, Dawn news reported.

Kolkata airport gears up to tackle future emergencies

The Kolkata airport authorities today informed that the MCP is a customised, fully equipped vehicle which is outfitted with specialised equipment to serve as an “on-scene” command, and as a coordination and communication centre for airport emergencies