As China’s ceremonial national legislature convenes in Beijing this Tuesday, the focus is undeniably on the country’s efforts to rejuvenate its slowing economy. However, the path forward remains uncertain, with the ruling Communist Party facing challenges such as an aging workforce, strained relations with Washington, and a property market in crisis. Despite initial expectations of […]
Read MoreIn a surprising turn of events, a Thai court on Monday acquitted former Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra, who is currently living in exile, on charges of mishandling funds for a government project in 2013. This marks the latest legal victory for the influential Shinawatra family, following the recent parole release of Yingluck’s brother, former premier […]
Read MoreIn a move aimed at strengthening its maritime security and bolstering operational capabilities, India has announced plans to construct a new naval base, INS Jatayu, on Minicoy, the southernmost island in the Lakshadweep archipelago. The archipelago is strategically located about 130 kilometers north of the Maldives. The decision comes amid heightened tensions between India and […]
Read MoreMarch 5, 2024 – A significant majority of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) called on Monday for the Taliban to immediately reverse all policies and decrees that oppress and discriminate against women and girls. The demand specifically highlighted issues such as the ban on girls’ education beyond the sixth grade and restrictions on women’s […]
Read MoreMarch 4, 2024 – U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris has made a compelling call for an immediate six-week ceasefire in Gaza, demanding that Hamas, the Palestinian militant group, agrees to the proposed deal. In a powerful statement, Harris also urged the Israeli government to take significant steps to boost aid deliveries into Gaza, where a […]
Read MoreGeneva, March 4, 2024 – Sri Lanka continues to grapple with unproven accusations related to the Eelam conflict during the ongoing 55th session of the Human Rights Council (HRC). Authoritative military sources revealed that despite repeated rejections of resolutions 46/1 and 51/1, coupled with opposition to the external evidence-gathering mechanism established under these resolutions, the […]
Read MoreNew Delhi, March 4, 2024 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi demonstrated his commitment to the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) cause by contributing Rs 2,000 to the party fund on Sunday. Through a post on the social media platform X, PM Modi shared his contribution and encouraged citizens to join the #DonationForNationBuilding initiative through the NaMoApp. […]
Read MoreIslamabad, March 4, 2024 – In the wake of a tumultuous electoral process marred by allegations of rigging, Shehbaz Sharif has been elected as Pakistan’s Prime Minister for a second term. The National Assembly convened on Sunday to finalize the appointment, where Shehbaz secured 201 votes out of the 336-member assembly. The February 8 elections […]
Read More21st February is celebrated with due dignity in Uzbekistan. Ambassador Dr. Mohammad Monirul Islam inaugurated the day in the morning by lowering the national flag at the Bangladesh Embassy in Tashkent. On this occasion Bangladesh Embassy and Uzbekistan State University of World Languages organized a joint event. Ambassadors, diplomats, researchers and more than 300 students […]
Read MoreMasum Billah, Expo City Dubai-UAE At the ongoing COP 28 conference in Dubai, the South Asian Climate Change Journalists Forum (SACJF) held a significant sideline event. Thoriq Ibrahim, Maldives Minister of Environment and SACJF President, highlighted the severe impact of climate change on health, infrastructure, and the economy in the region. Minister Ibrahim emphasized the […]
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