Another Hindu man shot dead in Bangladesh amid continuing attacks on minorities
In another troubling incident highlighting the continuing violence against religious minorities in Bangladesh, a Hindu man was shot dead by a colleague in Bhaluka upazila of Mymensingh district, according to local media reports on Tuesday. The killing adds to a growing list of
WPL 2026 hit by late withdrawals as Perry, Sutherland pull out; Tara Norris to miss season
Just days before the start of the fourth edition of the Women’s Premier League (WPL), several teams have been forced into last-minute changes following the withdrawal of key overseas players. Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Delhi Capitals (DC) have both suffered setbacks after
US lawmaker Ro Khanna condemns lynching of Hindu garment worker in Bangladesh
Indian-American Congressman Ro Khanna has strongly condemned the killing of a Hindu garment factory worker in Bangladesh, describing the incident as a horrific act of violence and urging the international community to speak out firmly against hatred and religious bigotry. The victim, Dipu
Hindu family escapes burning homes in Bangladesh amid suspected targeted attack
In a disturbing incident highlighting rising communal tensions, at least five houses belonging to a Hindu family in Dumritala village of Bangladesh’s Pirojpur district were set ablaze on December 28. Authorities and local residents suspect the attack was targeted against religious minorities in
India, Nepal agree to deepen agricultural cooperation with biennial action plan
India and Nepal have agreed to significantly expand bilateral cooperation in the agriculture sector by formulating a comprehensive biennial action plan within the next three months, aimed at translating existing agreements into measurable outcomes on the ground. The decision was taken during the
Russia accuses Ukraine of drone attack on presidential residence in Novgorod
Russia on Monday accused Ukraine of launching a large-scale drone attack targeting a presidential residence in the northwestern Novgorod region, a claim Kyiv swiftly denied, calling it a fabrication aimed at justifying further Russian military strikes. Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said the
Trump sets deadline for Hamas disarmament, warns of severe consequences
US President Donald Trump on Monday said Hamas had been given a “very short period of time” to disarm, warning that failure to comply with the agreement would trigger serious consequences, as he appeared alongside Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at a joint
Netanyahu announces Israel’s highest civilian honour for Trump, hails his ‘tremendous contributions’
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday announced that US President Donald Trump would be awarded Israel’s highest civilian honour, the Israel Prize, citing his “tremendous contributions to Israel and the Jewish people” and his role in strengthening regional security. The announcement was
Trump warns Iran of stronger retaliation if it rearms, signals openness to renewed talks
US President Donald Trump on Monday issued a stern warning to Iran, cautioning that it would face consequences “far more powerful than last time” if it resumes prohibited military activity, even as he signaled openness to renewed diplomatic engagement with Tehran. Speaking at
India approves lease of two additional MQ-9 drones for Navy, strengthening US defence cooperation
India has approved the lease of two additional MQ-9 unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) for the Indian Navy, a move that significantly strengthens the country’s intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities and underscores the deepening defence partnership between New Delhi and Washington. The decision
Trump administration moves to shut asylum ‘loophole’, pushes third-country removals
The Trump administration is moving to significantly tighten access to asylum in the United States, urging immigration judges to dismiss applications without full hearings and redirect migrants to third countries where they could seek protection, according to a report by Politico. Officials say
PM Modi condoles Khaleda Zia’s demise, says her role in India–Bangladesh ties will be remembered
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday expressed deep sorrow over the demise of former Bangladesh Prime Minister and Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia, remembering her as a historic leader whose contributions to Bangladesh and bilateral relations with India would be
Trump sets hard line on Hamas and Iran during meeting with Netanyahu
US President Donald Trump on Monday issued a sharp warning to Hamas to disarm within a “very short period of time,” cautioned Iran against rebuilding its military infrastructure, and reaffirmed what he described as an exceptionally close partnership between the United States and
Trump says US struck ‘dock area’ used by drug traffickers in Venezuela
US President Donald Trump on Monday said the United States carried out a strike last week on a “dock area” in Venezuela that was allegedly being used by drug traffickers to load narcotics onto boats, raising fresh questions about Washington’s expanding counter-narcotics campaign
Khaleda Zia’s death boosts BNP prospects, complicates ISI’s Jamaat-focused strategy in Bangladesh
The death of former Bangladeshi Prime Minister and Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) chief Khaleda Zia has significantly altered the country’s political landscape ahead of the crucial February 12 general elections, dealing a potential setback to Pakistan’s ISI-backed Jamaat-e-Islami strategy. Khaleda Zia, 80, passed
CIA reportedly strikes drug trafficking dock in Venezuela, marking first US land strike under Trump
The Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) reportedly carried out a drone strike earlier this month on a dock facility along Venezuela’s coastline believed to be used by drug traffickers, marking the first known US land-based military action inside the South American nation under President
Sri Lankan Navy arrests three more Indian fishermen, tension rises in Tamil Nadu’s Rameswaram
Tensions escalated once again in Tamil Nadu’s coastal town of Rameswaram after the Sri Lankan Navy arrested three Indian fishermen and seized their mechanised fishing trawler in the early hours of Tuesday, reigniting long-standing concerns over fishermen detentions in the Palk Strait region.
PM Modi expresses concern over reported attack on Putin’s residence, urges diplomatic end to Ukraine war
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday expressed deep concern over reports of an attempted attack on the official residence of Russian President Vladimir Putin, emphasizing that diplomacy remains the most viable path to ending the prolonged conflict between Russia and Ukraine. In a
Nepal and India agree to expand agricultural cooperation with new action plans
Nepal and India have agreed to significantly deepen bilateral cooperation in the agriculture sector by formulating and implementing a biennial action plan within the next three months, aimed at converting existing agreements into tangible outcomes. The decision was taken during the ninth meeting
How the US Church Committee exposed the CIA’s role in Chile’s 1973 coup
Fifty years ago, a landmark investigation by the US Congress fundamentally altered how Americans viewed covert foreign interventions, exposing the depth of CIA involvement in Chile and setting new standards for intelligence oversight. The inquiry, led by Senator Frank Church, marked the first