April 28, 2025 3:55 pm

Day: April 28, 2025

Asia, Bangladesh, International, Lead, News, Opinion

Darkness under the lamp – Dr Muhammad Yunus

Dr MuhammadYunus was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2006 for pioneering the modern concept of microcredit and microfinance. He is the founder of Grameen Bank. This article will shed light on little known facts the creation of Grameen Bank and related issues as it proverbs “it is always darkest under the lamp” for the readers to have […]

Europe, International, News

Major Power Outage Disrupts Life in Spain and Portugal

A massive power outage hit large areas of Spain and Portugal on Monday, causing widespread disruption. Traffic jams formed, flights were canceled, and people were trapped in elevators. The blackout affected millions of homes and businesses, prompting both governments to hold emergency meetings, according to Reuters. Such a large-scale power failure is very rare in […]

Asia, International, News

Earthquake in Myanmar: Centuries-old Structures Reduced to Rubble

Last month, Myanmar was rocked by a devastating earthquake. The disaster on March 28 claimed thousands of lives and left over 60,000 people homeless, forcing them into refugee camps. Amidst this humanitarian crisis, the loss of historical and cultural heritage has received less attention. Across Myanmar, sacred Buddhist structures — towering temples and gleaming white […]

Asia, Bangladesh, International, Opinion

The Cases Stemming from the July Uprising: Extortion, Animosity, and Conflict behind the Mass Indictments

Mahmudul Hasan Dulal Rabidas of Kishoreganj passed away due to a cerebral haemorrhage (stroke). A local hospital issued a certificate on 27 July last year, specifying this as the cause of death. Yet, on 29 November, a murder case was filed at the Kishoreganj Sadar Model Police Station, alleging that he had been killed during […]

Americas, US

U.S. President Donald Trump has demanded that American military and commercial ships be allowed to use the Panama and Suez Canals without paying any fees.

On Saturday (April 26), he made this request to the canal authorities and assigned Secretary of State Marco Rubio to lead negotiations for rapid progress. Trump’s new demand has already sparked fresh debates in global trade and diplomatic circles. Since beginning his second term, Trump had been hinting at seeking greater control over the Panama […]

Americas, International, News, Russia, Ukraine, US

Zelensky May Give Up Crimea, Hints Trump

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is prepared to give up Crimea to secure a peace deal with Russia, suggested U.S. President Donald Trump. He has also called for an immediate halt to Russian attacks on Ukraine, according to a report by Reuters. In response to journalists’ questions in New Jersey, Trump expressed disappointment at Russia’s continued […]

International, News, Russia, Ukraine

Putin Announces Three-Day Ceasefire in Ukraine

Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced a temporary three-day ceasefire in Ukraine. The Kremlin has stated that all military operations will be suspended from the morning of May 8 until May 11. However, Ukraine has not yet responded to this announcement. Russia launched its invasion of Ukraine on February 24, 2022. The war has resulted […]

International, News, Russia, Ukraine

Ukraine War: North Korea Admits Sending Troops to Russia

For the first time since the Korean War (1950–1953), North Korea has participated in an armed conflict by sending troops to Russia amid the ongoing Ukraine war. After months of silence, North Korea officially confirmed on Monday that it deployed troops to assist Russia in recapturing the Kursk region last year. Previously, intelligence agencies from […]

Americas, International, Lead, Middle East, News, US

US Airstrike on Yemeni Prison Kills 68 in a Single Night

The United States Air Force has carried out an airstrike on a prison facility in Yemen, resulting in the deaths of 68 people and injuries to at least 47 others. According to a report by Yemen’s Houthi-run Al-Masirah TV, the attack took place on Sunday, April 27, in the northwestern city of Saada. Reuters, citing […]

Asia, Europe, Finance, France, India, International, News

India to Purchase 26 Rafale Fighter Jets from France

India is set to purchase 26 Rafale fighter jets from France at a cost of $7.41 billion. The agreement has already been signed at the government level between the two countries. According to a Reuters report published on Monday, the proposal to acquire the Rafale jets was presented to India’s Cabinet Committee on Security last […]

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