April 7, 2025 7:23 pm

Day: April 7, 2025

EU Ministers Push for Negotiations Amid US Tariff Crisis

Luxembourg, April 7 – European Union ministers have agreed to prioritize negotiations with the United States to remove tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump, even as the bloc prepares targeted countermeasures. The 27-nation EU faces steep import tariffs of 25% on steel, aluminum, and cars, alongside reciprocal tariffs of 20% on most other goods starting […]

Bangladesh Pleads for US Tariff Relief as Garment Exports Face Crisis

Dhaka, April 7 – Bangladesh, the world’s second-largest garment exporter, is grappling with significant trade disruptions after the United States imposed a sharp increase in tariffs on its cotton products. The punitive tariffs, raised from 16% to 37% on April 2, have prompted American buyers to halt orders, leaving the Bangladeshi garment industry reeling.The textile […]

Nationwide Student Protests Erupt Over Gaza Conflict; U.S. Embassy Dhaka Issues Demonstration Alert

Dhaka, April 7, 2025 — University students across Bangladesh have launched widespread demonstrations today, protesting against the ongoing conflict in Gaza. The protests, expected to gather momentum throughout the day, have prompted a security advisory from the U.S. Embassy in Dhaka, urging American citizens to exercise caution. According to the embassy’s official alert, demonstrators plan […]

Popular Bangladeshi TV Show ‘Ityadi’ Faces Backlash Over Islamophobia and Misogyny Allegations

In a startling political shift, controversial Nobel Laureate Dr. Muhammad Yunus has allegedly formed a government in Bangladesh, ousting Sheikh Hasina’s Awami League through what many are calling an undemocratic power grab. Backed by radical Islamist factions, this new regime is said to be steering the country away from its progressive trajectory, fostering an environment […]

Gold Prices May Plummet in India, Could Drop to ₹61,000

Over the past year, gold prices in India have surged by nearly 30%. In contrast, since September last year, the Indian equity market has experienced a significant downturn. As a result, many investors pulled out of the stock market and increased their investments in gold, which turned out to be profitable for them. Gold prices […]

India Erupts in Protest Over Wakf Amendment Bill; Angry Mob Sets Fire to BJP Leader’s House

India is witnessing massive protests across various regions over the controversial Muslim Wakf Amendment Bill, recently passed in both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha. Amid the escalating unrest, an enraged mob set fire to the house of a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader, who is also the president of the party’s Minority Morcha in […]

Global Tensions Rise Over Tariff Impositions, Trump Stays Firm

President Donald Trump and his advisors remain firm on implementing widespread import tariffs despite calls from various quarters to reconsider in order to avoid market instability and a potential trade war. In multiple TV interviews, U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent downplayed the recent stock market decline, while Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick asserted that reciprocal tariffs […]

Tom Hardy Reveals Near-Miss for Venom and Spider-Man Crossover

Tom Hardy confirmed in a new interview that a Venom and Spider-Man crossover nearly happened but ultimately didn’t materialize due to studio politics. Hardy’s Eddie Brock briefly appeared in the MCU via the post-credits scenes of Venom: Let There Be Carnage and Spider-Man: No Way Home, which sparked hope for a deeper crossover with Tom […]

Liverpool suffer first defeat in 26 matches

Liverpool tasted their first defeat in 26 Premier League matches. On Sunday night, they were defeated 3-2 in an exciting encounter by Fulham at their home ground. Interestingly, Liverpool initially took the lead in the match. Alexis Mac Allister scored a brilliant goal to put his team ahead. However, they were fortunate to escape a […]

Trump’s Tariffs Could Push iPhone Price Up to BDT 278,000

Due to U.S. President Donald Trump’s new tariff policy, iPhone prices may significantly increase. With tariffs on Chinese products reaching up to 54%, the cost of Apple products could rise by 30% to 40%. Analysts fear this added cost may be passed on to consumers. If Apple decides to transfer the full cost to buyers, […]