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Yunus Holds Ground Amid Army Tensions And Election Uncertainty In Bangladesh

24 May 2025 19:27 PM IST

Muhammad Yunus remains as Bangladesh’s interim leader despite political pressure, army friction, and resignation rumors. Upcoming talks with opposition parties aim to defuse unrest and clarify election and reform plans.

Russia Bombards Kyiv After Prisoner Swap With Ukraine

24 May 2025 10:07 AM IST

Russia attacked Kyiv with drones and missiles just hours after a major prisoner swap with Ukraine, showing that the war continues despite brief cooperation.

Ukraine and Russia Begin Largest Prisoner Swap Since War Began

24 May 2025 06:53 AM IST

Ukraine and Russia begin their largest prisoner exchange since 2022, releasing nearly 800 captives amid renewed hopes for peace talks.

Indonesia Shaken by 5.7 Magnitude Quake, Over 100 Homes Damaged

23 May 2025 19:27 PM IST

A 5.7 magnitude earthquake struck Indonesia’s Sumatra island, damaging over 100 homes, with no reported casualties. The tremor’s epicenter was near Bengkulu province. Indonesia, situated on the Pacific “Ring of Fire,” frequently experiences such seismic events due to tectonic activity.

Bangladesh Cancels Million Tugboat Deal With Indian Shipbuilder Amid Diplomatic Tensions

Bangladesh Cancels $21 Million Tugboat Deal With Indian Shipbuilder Amid Diplomatic Tensions

23 May 2025 17:15 PM IST

Bangladesh has abruptly cancelled a $21 million defence contract with India's state-run shipbuilder GRSE, signalling a sharp deterioration in bilateral relations since Sheikh Hasina's ouster. As trade routes close and rhetoric escalates, India and Bangladesh now find themselves at a diplomatic crossroads.

North Korea Denies Warship Damage After Failed Launch

23 May 2025 13:55 PM IST

North Korea downplays damage after a failed warship launch, calling it minor. Kim Jong Un orders a probe and blames negligence. Experts suspect greater structural harm, warning political punishment may hinder defense science and delay genuine repairs beyond Pyongyang’s claims.

Will Muhammad Yunus Step Down? Bangladesh Faces Political Rift and Military Pressure

23 May 2025 12:03 PM IST

Bangladesh’s Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus considers stepping down amid political deadlock and rising tensions with the army.

Japan’s PM Urges Trump to Lift Tariffs in Fresh Phone Call

23 May 2025 11:54 AM IST

Japan’s Prime Minister continues to urge President Trump to lift tariffs, as economic talks resume in Washington amid rising pressure on Japan’s auto sector.

Bangladesh Army Chief Demands Elections by December, Rejects ‘Bloody Corridor’ Plans

22 May 2025 13:53 PM IST

Bangladesh Army Chief General Waker-Uz-Zaman demands elections by December and rejects any ‘bloody corridor’ plans.

Elon Musk’s Starlink Launches in Bangladesh First Amid India-Pakistan Tensions

21 May 2025 17:24 PM IST

Elon Musk’s Starlink arrives in Bangladesh before India and Pakistan, offering resilient internet amid regional tensions.

China-Pakistan-Afghanistan Trilateral Meeting Marks New Chapter for Regional Cooperation

21 May 2025 14:12 PM IST

China, Pakistan, and Afghanistan met in Beijing to deepen CPEC cooperation and address regional tensions and security.

Putin visits nuclear power plant in Kursk Region

21 May 2025 13:19 PM IST

Putin visits Kursk for the first time since Russia retook the region, amid continued fighting and global tensions.

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