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Explore the impact of rising poverty rates in Argentina's barrios amidst austerity measures by Milei.

The idea got a boost from the pandemic, when an array of cash relief helped cut child poverty and keep people housed. Researchers are studying how much money, for how long, may have lasting impact.

Household Consumption Expenditure report of the National Sample Survey Office: Congress accuses the Modi govt of destroying the credibility of country’s economic data

Slashing benefits will push even more people into poverty. Neither Labour nor Conservative voters want it, says Guardian columnist Polly Toynbee

The UK has pledged more than £4 million to tackle the severe period poverty and humanitarian crisis for pregnant women and girls in Gaza.

From India’s poverty levels are below 5%, claims NITI Aayog chief; TN CM Stalin says no flood relief from the Centre, here is a select list of stories to start the day on Feb 25, 2024

Less than 5% of Indians below poverty line, rural incomes rising faster than urban, inequality declining, lifestyle changes evident.

Britain’s benefits system needs urgent reform, at a cost of £12bn, charities and experts warn

With an estimated 75,000 children developing cancer in India annually, the fight against pediatric cancer remains daunting. Social stigmas and psychological barriers often obstruct awareness efforts, leaving families uninformed and isolated. Compounded by socio-economic factors such as poverty and limited healthcare access in rural areas, early detection becomes challenging, escalating…