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US, UN discuss int’l community’s efforts to end violence after Myanmar coup

The US and UN have discussed the international community’s efforts to help bring an end to the Myanmar military’s violence and repression that has been going on since the February 1 military coup.

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Withdrawal from Afghanistan: Biden’s reluctance in engaging Pakistan 'stunning', says US senator

A senior US senator, Lindsey Graham, on Tuesday described American President Joe Biden’s reluctance to reach out to Prime Minister Imran Khan as ‘stunning,” and warned that ignoring Pakistan while withdrawing from Afghanistan could lead to a disaster.

3y ago

Chinese national’s arrest near Bangladesh border: Indian agencies probe 'larger conspiracy'

Indian security agencies are probing the possibility of the involvement of Chinese national Han Junwei, who was arrested near the border with Bangladesh on June 10, in a conspiracy relating to national security and not just financial fraud.

3y ago

'Women wearing few clothes impact men, unless robots': Imran Khan's rape remark draws flak

Prime Minister Imran Khan spoke about rape and "temptation" in a recent interview with Jonathan Swan for Axios and no one is happy with what he said.

3y ago

Taliban say committed to Afghan peace talks

The Taliban said on Sunday they were committed to peace talks, adding they wanted an "Islamic system" in Afghanistan that would make provisions for women's rights in line with cultural traditions and religious rules.

3y ago

Govts of South Asian countries fail to devise Covid-19 recovery solutions: experts

The governments of South Asian countries, including Bangladesh, have failed to play their roles in controlling the spread of the coronavirus and come up with sustainable and effective recovery solutions to the pandemic induced crisis.

3y ago

Chinese, Indian workers among 11 killed in Nepal floods, 25 missing

Landslides and flash floods triggered by heavy rain across Nepal this week killed 11 people including one Indian and two Chinese workers at a development project, while 25 people were missing elsewhere, officials said on Friday.

3y ago

India calls for ‘open and inclusive’ Indo-Pacific based on sovereignty, peace

With an eye on China, India today called for an open and inclusive order in the Indo-Pacific based upon respect for sovereignty, territorial integrity of countries, peaceful resolutions of disputes through dialogue, and adherence to international rules and laws.

3y ago

Modi sends letter of appreciation to Agri minister for playing role of minister-in-waiting

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi yesterday sent a letter of thanks to Bangladesh’s agriculture minister Muhammad Abdur Razzaque for playing role of the minister-in-waiting during the premiere’s recent visit to the country.

3y ago

Modi thanks Dhaka for 'excellent arrangements' during visit

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has conveyed his thanks to Dhaka for making “excellent arrangements” during his two-day state visit, from March 26.

3y ago

Afghan leader proposes peace road map in three phases-document

Afghan President Ashraf Ghani will put forward a three-phase peace roadmap for Afghanistan during a proposed meeting in Turkey, seeking an agreement with the Taliban and a ceasefire before elections, a document seen by Reuters shows.

3y ago

BIMSTEC finalises charter to be signed at next summit

Bangladesh and other BIMSTEC countries have finalised the text of its charter, a master plan for transport connectivity, and a Convention on Mutual Legal Assistance in Criminal Matters to be signed at the fifth summit of the group expected to be held in Sri Lanka soon.

3y ago

India to send delegation to four-nation military exercise in Bangladesh

India is sending a 30-member delegation to the four-nation military exercise “Shantir Orgoshena 2021” to be held in Bangladesh from April 4 to 12, commemorating the birth centenary of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and 50 years of Bangladesh’s independence.

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