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September 17, 2025 11:39 AM September 17, 2025 11:39 AM

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Islamist Parties in Bangladesh Announce New Protest Programmes, Demand Electoral Reform

In Bangladesh, the announcement of new protest programmes by Jamaat-e-Islami and several other Islamist political parties has added fresh tension to the already charged political climate there. At least seven Islamist outfits have declared rallies, processions, and demonstrations in the coming days,...

September 17, 2025 7:13 PM September 17, 2025 7:13 PM

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Special Prayers Held Across Sri Lanka to Mark PM Narendra Modi’s 75th Birthday

Special prayers are being held across Sri Lanka to mark the 75th birthday of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, reflecting goodwill across faiths and communities. The Bohra community in Colombo organised a prayer at the Bohra mosque in Colombo, offering blessings for PM Modi’s health and continued...

September 17, 2025 10:26 AM September 17, 2025 10:26 AM

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President Donald Trump Announces Deal Allowing TikTok to Continue Operating in the U.S.

US President Donald Trump has announced a deal allowing TikTok to continue operating in the U.S., after months of negotiations with China. The agreement required TikTok’s U.S. operations to be transferred from Chinese owner ByteDance to American companies.     In a briefing at White House yesterday,...

September 17, 2025 8:35 AM September 17, 2025 8:35 AM

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US President Donald Trump greets PM Modi on His 75th birthday; PM says India Committed to Advance India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership

Prime Minister Narendra Modi had a telephonic conversation with US President Donald Trump, during which Mr. Trump extended birthday greetings to Mr. Modi.  In a social media post, the Prime Minister expressed his shared commitment with Mr. Trump to advancing the India-US Comprehensive Global Strateg...

September 17, 2025 6:56 AM September 17, 2025 6:56 AM

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U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio Meets Qatar Emir Amid Escalating Gaza Crisis

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Qatar's Emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, yesterday, urging Doha to continue its mediation efforts as Israel ramped up its bombardment of Gaza City. The high-profile diplomatic visit took place amid rising regional tensions, following Israeli strikes...

September 16, 2025 9:56 PM September 16, 2025 9:56 PM

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Israel launches ground assault on Gaza City amid fierce bombardment

Israel unleashed a long-threatened ground assault on Gaza City today, declaring Gaza is burning as Palestinians there described the most intense bombardment they had faced in two years of war. In a social media post, Defence Minister Israel Katz Gaza said that the IDF has struck with an iron fist at...

September 16, 2025 8:34 PM September 16, 2025 8:34 PM

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PM Modi, Danish PM Mette Frederiksen reaffirm Green Strategic Partnership

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today had a telephonic conversation with the Prime Minister of Denmark, Mette Frederiksen. In a social media post, Mr Modi said that both nations have reaffirmed their strong commitment to strengthening the Green Strategic Partnership and to an early conclusion of the In...

September 16, 2025 8:20 PM September 16, 2025 8:20 PM

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India, US intensify push for early Bilateral Trade Agreement

India and the US have decided to intensify efforts to achieve an early conclusion of a mutually beneficial Trade Agreement. A team of officials from the office of the United States Trade Representative, led by Chief Negotiator for India-US Bilateral Trade Agreement negotiations, Brendan Lynch, visit...

September 16, 2025 8:12 PM September 16, 2025 8:12 PM

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INS Kadmatt in Fiji for Joint exercises and outreach activities

The Indian Naval Ship Kadmatt, an anti-submarine warfare corvette, has reached Suva, Fiji, as part of its overseas deployment. The Ministry of Defence said that the visit reflects the strong cultural and historical bonds between the two nations. During the visit, the ship’s crew will engage in profe...