Foreign loan inflows to Bangladesh fell 19% in FY2025-26, while debt repayments rose, raising concerns over development spending and economic stability.
The White House declares the Iran war over to avoid a 60-day congressional deadline, despite an ongoing naval blockade and high regional tension following the April 7 ceasefire.
The U.S. has spent $25 billion on military operations against Iran since Feb 28. Defense officials say munitions are the primary expense as "Operation Epic Fury" continues without a set end date.
Myanmar’s junta has transferred Aung San Suu Kyi to house arrest. While state media signals a policy shift, her son, Kim Aris, remains skeptical of the unverified reports and outdated images.
Donald Trump says US warships are heading toward Iran, warning of renewed strikes if Tehran resumes nuclear activity, even as protests and executions fuel tensions.
Bangladesh’s telecom regulator is under fire after allocating the valuable 700 MHz spectrum to Grameenphone without competition, raising allegations of corruption and revenue loss.
Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has dissolved parliament and called a snap election for February 8, seeking public backing for her economic and security agenda.
Drone attack allegations and rising military threats have pushed Bangladesh–Myanmar border tensions to a red alert, raising fears of proxy conflict and regional instability.
The 2026 Oscar nominations stunned Hollywood with major acting snubs, a record-breaking horror film, and unexpected best picture contenders ahead of March’s ceremony.
