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December 2, 2025 10:34 AM December 2, 2025 10:34 AM

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Mild earthquake felt in parts of Bangladesh including Chattogram early today

A mild earthquake was felt in parts of Bangladesh including Chattogram early today. Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD)saoid, the tremor measuring 4.9 on the Richter scale was recorded at 12:55 am. The epicentre was in Mingin of Myanmar, 431 km southeast of Dhaka.

December 2, 2025 10:26 AM December 2, 2025 10:26 AM

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Death toll from floods and landslides in Indonesia rises to more than 600; 500 missing

In Indonesia, the death toll from devastating floods and landslides triggered by cyclonic rains has reached to more than 600. Another 500 people remain missing, while thousands more have been injured. Rescue workers are still battling to reach the affected areas. The provinces of Aceh, North Sumatra...

December 2, 2025 10:23 AM December 2, 2025 10:23 AM

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Canada concludes negotiations to join EU’s Security Action for Europe

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced the conclusion of negotiations for Canada's participation in the European Union's Security Action for Europe (SAFE). In a news release from the prime minister's official website yesterday, Carney said Canada and the European Union will work to swiftly ra...

December 2, 2025 9:01 AM December 2, 2025 9:01 AM

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India intensifies humanitarian mission in Sri Lanka amid Cyclone Ditwah devastation

India has intensified its humanitarian mission in Sri Lanka as the island reels from the devastating impact of Cyclone Ditwah, which has triggered massive floods and landslides. Authorities now confirm 390 deaths and 352 people still missing, while rescue and relief efforts continue across hard-hit ...

December 2, 2025 8:24 AM December 2, 2025 8:24 AM

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UAE marks 54th National Day with nationwide celebrations

United Arab Emirates is celebrating its 54th National Day today. Eid Al Etihad marks the historic unification of the emirates in 1971 under the theme “Spirit of the Union.” The day commemorates the federation formed by Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain and Fujairah under the leadership...

December 2, 2025 7:56 AM December 2, 2025 7:56 AM

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PM Modi expresses concern over health of Bangladesh’s former PM Begum Khaleda Zia

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed concern over the health of Bangladesh's former prime minister Begum Khaleda Zia and extended his prayers and wishes for her speedy recovery. In a social media post, Mr Modi said, the former Bangladesh Prime Minister has contributed to the country's public l...

December 2, 2025 8:27 AM December 2, 2025 8:27 AM

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PM Modi assures India’s continued support to Sri Lanka under Operation Sagar Bandhu

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a telephonic conversation with the President of Sri Lanka, Anura Kumara Dissanayake, yesterday and assured him India’s continued support to Sri Lanka under the ongoing Operation Sagar Bandhu in providing rescue and relief to distressed persons. Mr Modi assured that ...