Beggars seek alms from motorists at 9th Avenue in Islamabad, on January 14, 2025. — APPPoverty stood at 21.9% in 2018-19.Official figures expected today.Labour Force Survey also expected.ISLAMABAD: Poverty has increased over the past six years in the country, with the…
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