February 20, 2025 6:35 pm

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Bangladesh Under Islamist Extremists: Two Concerts Canceled in a Single Day

Following the fall of Sheikh Hasina through a planned “Color Revolution,” Bangladesh has seemingly come under the grip of Islamist extremists. The interim government, led by Nobel laureate Dr. Muhammad Yunus, has seen the rise of Islamist groups such as Jamaat-e-Islami Bangladesh, Hefazat-e-Islam, and Hizb ut-Tahrir as the real power behind the scenes. Since August […]

Traffic Congestion on Roads! UAE to Launch Air Taxis

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is advancing into a new era by developing air routes for air taxis and cargo drones. The primary goal of this initiative is to create a smart transportation system, make urban transport more sustainable, and reduce traffic congestion on city roads. Within the next 20 months, the design and regulations […]

Rekha Gupta Sworn in as the New Chief Minister of Delhi

Rekha Gupta has been sworn in as the new Chief Minister of Delhi. She took the oath today, Thursday, at a grand ceremony held at the historic Ramlila Maidan after 12 PM. With this, she becomes the ninth Chief Minister of the state and the fourth woman to hold this prestigious position. The oath-taking ceremony […]

Palestinian Land Is Not for Sale: Mahmoud Abbas

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has reiterated his rejection of any plans to displace Palestinians from their land, emphasizing that Palestine is not for sale. He stated that no part of Palestine—whether Gaza, the West Bank, or Jerusalem—will be allowed to be occupied. This statement was reported by the Palestinian news agency WAFA and the Turkish […]

Hamas Hands Over Four Coffins to the Red Cross

Hamas has handed over four coffins containing the bodies of hostages to the Red Cross. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have confirmed that Hamas has transferred the bodies of four hostages. Reports from BBC and Al Jazeera state that the black-colored coffins were loaded onto Red Cross vehicles. These will later be handed over to […]

Canada Nearly Halves Visas for Bangladeshis

Canada has seen a sharp decline in the number of asylum applications from around the world. The country’s immigration authorities have tightened visa regulations and introduced legal complexities, leading to a drop in refugee applications. Lawyers have expressed concern that even legitimate asylum seekers are being denied visas. According to Canada’s Immigration and Refugee Board, […]

Bangladesh to Sell Rice at 30 Taka per Kg After Importing from Vietnam at 57 Taka per Kg

As part of a cooperative agreement, Bangladesh will import 100,000 tons of rice from Vietnam. The news was reported by Vietnam News on Thursday, February 20. According to the Vietnam Food Association, the deal was made under a government-to-government (G2G) framework. The rice will be supplied by Vietnam Southern Food Corporation (Vinafood II). Bangladesh is […]

‘Pakistani Army and Intelligence Work in Bangladesh’

Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi has claimed that members of Pakistan’s military and intelligence agency, ISI, have been present in Bangladesh. He further alleged that these personnel even approached the Siliguri Corridor, a strategic region known as the “Chicken’s Neck,” which connects India’s northeastern states to the mainland. In an interview with Indian news […]

Daniel Craig Exits DC Studios’ War Movie ‘Sgt. Rock’

Daniel Craig has officially stepped away from Sgt. Rock, the upcoming DC Studios war film that would have reunited him with director Luca Guadagnino. The movie, based on the iconic DC Comics character, had a script penned by Justin Kuritzkes, known for his work on Challengers and Queer. Sgt. Rock, created by Robert Kanigher and […]

Wicked Finally Confirms Streaming Release Date with Sing-Along Version

The much-anticipated musical adaptation of Wicked is set to arrive on streaming platforms, bringing excitement to fans eager to relive the magic. The Oscar-nominated film, directed by Jon M Chu, will officially debut on Peacock on March 21, but there is a catch. Since Peacock is only available in the US and select territories, international […]

China Prepares Dedicated Hospitals for Bangladeshi Patients Amid Strained India Relations

China has announced it is preparing dedicated hospitals for Bangladeshi patients after relations soured with former major healthcare destination India since the ouster of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in 2024. Mr. Yao Wen, China’s ambassador to Dhaka, said three hospitals had been specially designated for Bangladeshi patients, with efforts made to “improve medical service […]

Trump Signs Executive Orders Targeting Immigration and Regulations

US President Donald Trump signed a new slew of executive orders on Feb 19, including one aimed at preventing taxpayer dollars from supporting illegal immigration and one designed to get rid of regulations the administration considers “overreach”. The immigration order bars the use of federal money for migrants in the country illegally, directing all agencies […]