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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.
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.
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.
'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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Dhaka, Colombo agree to boost trade ties
Bangladesh and Sri Lanka today agreed to deepen their cooperation in various sectors, especially exploring newer avenues in trade and commerce, as the bilateral trade of the two countries is much lower than its potential.
Bangladesh, Sri Lanka sign 6 MoUs on bilateral cooperation
Dhaka and Colombo today signed six MoUs to enhance cooperation between the two countries in different areas.
Nepal becomes third country to give emergency authorisation to India’s COVAXIN
Nepal gave emergency authorisation to India’s Covid-19 vaccine COVAXIN, becoming only the third country to approve the shot, developed by Bharat Biotech and a state research institute.
Despite setbacks, Bangladesh continues to flourish under Hasina's leadership: Rajapaksa
Sri Lankan Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa today said the inspiring journey that the people of Bangladesh had undertaken from poverty and natural disasters in the past half century is testament to a prosperous nation in the making.
Want to strengthen ties with Bangladesh: Rajapaksa
Visiting Sri Lankan Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa today said his country wants to strengthen bilateral relations with Bangladesh.
Japan announces $10m emergency aid for Rohingyas
Japan government has decided to extend emergency grant aid of USD 10 million for displaced Rohingyas and host communities in Bangladesh.
Bangladesh, Maldives sign four MoUs to boost cooperation
Bangladesh and the Maldives have signed four Memorandum of Understandings (MoUs) to boost cooperation between the two countries in different areas including fisheries and cultural affairs.
India to give Bangladesh 109 ambulances
On the occasion of 50th anniversary of Bangladesh’s independence and Mujib Borsho, India will give 109 ambulances to Bangladesh during Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit on March 26-27.
Pakistan wants to improve commercial, cultural relations with Bangladesh, says its president
Pakistan President Dr Arif Alvi wants to improve commercial and cultural relations with Bangladesh.
Bangabandhu a ‘hero for all Indians’: Modi
Setting the tone for his upcoming visit to Bangladesh, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi today paid homage to Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman on his birth anniversary describing him as “a champion of human rights and freedom” and “a hero for all Indians”.