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February 25, 2025 5:16 PM February 25, 2025 5:16 PM

Bangladesh: Student leader Nahid resigns from Interim govt, likely to join new party

In Bangladesh, student leader Nahid Islam has resigned from the Advisory Council of the interim government as the information and broadcasting adviser amid discussions that he would join a new political party. Official sources said Nahid Islam submitted his resignation letter to Chief Adviser Dr Muh...

February 25, 2025 1:47 PM February 25, 2025 1:47 PM

Final hearing of South Korean President Yoon’s impeachment trial opens in his absence

The final hearing of South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol's impeachment trial opened today in his absence amid keen attention on what the President will say in his last arguments to defend his short-lived imposition of martial law. Mr. Yoon did not arrive on time for the hearing's opening but was ex...

February 25, 2025 1:36 PM February 25, 2025 1:36 PM

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Crime rate in Bangladesh surges under Yunus-led interim govt

In Bangladesh, the crime rate is increasing at an alarming rate. According to the police data, the cases of murder, abduction, robbery, burglary, and theft have all seen a spike across the country in January which have been the worst compared to the last six years.   The data sharply contrasts ...

February 25, 2025 1:16 PM February 25, 2025 1:16 PM

Australia, New Zealand register highest breast cancer rates globally

Australia and New Zealand have the highest rates of breast cancer incidence in the world. In a new study, researchers from Australia and Canada analysed the breast cancer incidence and mortality rates in 185 countries. The study found that one in 20 women globally will be diagnosed with breast cance...

February 25, 2025 11:44 AM February 25, 2025 11:44 AM

Israeli military conducts raids on Syrian army bases

Israeli troops have carried out raids on Syrian army bases, seizing or destroying weapons found there. The Israeli military said its Paratroopers Brigade located rifles, ammunition, and other military equipment left behind by the old Syrian regime. All items were either confiscated or dismantled. &n...

February 25, 2025 11:15 AM February 25, 2025 11:15 AM

India abstains on Ukraine resolutions at UNGA

India has abstained on a series of resolutions on Ukraine and amendments at the United Nations General Assembly. The United States joined Russia to vote against the resolution which was put forward by Ukraine and Western nations condemning Russia. China also abstained. The resolution was adopted wit...

February 25, 2025 8:49 AM February 25, 2025 8:49 AM

European Commission President’s India visit to boost EU-India ties: EU Ambassador

Ambassador of the Delegation of the European Union (EU) to India, Herve Delphin described the upcoming visit of European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to India as a significant moment for India-EU relations. Ambassador Delphin said this visit is intended to highlight the importance the E...