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The newly elected members of parliament (MPs) of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) took the oath of office at the Jatiya Sangsad this morning. However, they did not take an oath as members of the Constitution Reform Council, reports a leading local Daily. Chief Election Commissioner AMM Nasir Uddin administered the oath at 10:43 am in line with the Constitution, as the posts of Speaker and Deputy Speaker of the 12th Parliament are currently vacant. At the outset of the

In the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, India defeated Pakistan by 61 runs in a Group A clash at Colombo’s R Premadasa Stadium last night and becomes second team to qualify for the Super Eight. Chasing the target of 176 runs, Pakistan were all out for 114 in 18 overs. Usman Khan, with 44, was the top scorer for Pakistan. For India, Jasprit Bumrah, Axar Patel, Varun Chakaravarthy and Hardik Pandya took two wickets each, while Kuldeep Yadav and Tilak Varma claimed a wicket each. Ear

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that Operation Sindoor reaffirmed India’s strength and the valour of its armed forces, and demonstrated the advancement of indigenous weapons. Addressing annual NCC PM Rally in New Delhi, he said, in modern warfare, battles are not just restricted to borders or use of tanks or guns, but they are also being fought in codes and clouds, referring to cyber and information warfare.  Taking note of a special Operation Sindoor–themed tableau pre

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will share his thoughts with the people of the country and abroad in the Mann Ki Baat programme on Akashvani tomorrow at 11 AM. It will be the 130th episode of the monthly radio programme. The programme will be broadcast across the entire Akashvani and Doordarshan network, the AIR News website, and the Newsonair mobile app. It will also be live-streamed on the YouTube channels of AIR News, DD News, the PMO, and the Ministry of Information and Broa

Vice President of Nepal Ramsahay Prasad Yadav has said that the country’s development is not possible without adequate energy, as energy self-reliance is directly linked to economic independence and national security. Addressing the 26th Independent Power Producers’ Association Nepal (IPPAN) Day, Vice President Yadav said that the availability of cheap and sufficient energy would ensure rapid development in industries, agriculture, tourism, information technology and other se

In a move providing significant relief to residents and the tourism sector of South Goa, Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has confirmed that Dabolim International Airport will remain fully operational for civilian traffic. This assurance was given during a high-level meeting in the national capital between the Defence Minister and the Goa Chief Minister, Dr Pramod Sawant. The meeting aimed to address long-standing concerns regarding the potential shifting of civilian flig

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) today conducted search operations at 21 locations across Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Karnataka under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) 2002. The search operation was conducted in connection with the misappropriation of gold and other temple assets relating to Sabarimala Temple. The investigation arises out of multiple FIRs registered by the Kerala Crime Branch, which reveal a deep-rooted criminal conspiracy involving o

United States President Donald Trump says that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has pledged to stop buying oil from Russia, and Trump said he would next try to get China to do the same as Washington intensifies efforts to cut off Moscow’s energy revenues. India and China are the two top buyers of Russian seaborne crude exports, taking advantage of the discounted prices Russia has been forced to accept after European buyers shunned purchases and the US and the European Unio

Dr. Chhaya Bhosle, hailing from Nagpur in Maharashtra, has been honored with the prestigious Rashtra Seva Puraskar 2025 by the Bharat Seva Society. This accolade recognizes her exceptional contributions to public health, particularly as a female medical officer who has dedicated an impressive 22 years to continuous medical service in rural Maharashtra. Her commitment to improving healthcare access and quality in these underserved areas has set a remarkable precedent, showcasi

Heavy rains continue to disrupt rescue operations in the Himalayan nation as authorities struggle to respond to the crisis. Landslides...

Rescued trekkers reach China’s Qudang township while 200 others still face treacherous Everest conditions awaiting help. Rescuers have...

Thirty-four Indian fishermen, along with two of their Indian fishing trawlers were apprehended by Bangladesh authorities near Mongla for...

Indian racewalkers delivered a commendable performance at the Austrian Racewalking Championships in Innsbruck, yesterday, with Priyanka...

In the ever-evolving world of corporate communication, where clarity and credibility define a brand’s legacy, Nitika Saini has carved a...

Dr. Abinash Gayen, a distinguished Assistant Professor in the Department of Sanskrit at Ghatal Rabindra Satabarsiki Mahavidyalaya, has...

In the bustling city of Gurugram, Haryana, a figure has emerged as a leading light in the field of Learning and Development: Chirag Modi....

Vasu Gangapalli, hailing from the vibrant state of Karnataka in India, is a remarkably talented author who has garnered numerous...

In Canada, Indian-origin Member of Parliament Chandra Arya has announced his candidacy for Prime Minister following the resignation of...

The India Global Forum’s flagship Middle East & Africa 2024 (ME&A 2024) opened today in Dubai, uniting leaders from India, the Middle...

In Bangladesh, the Editors’ Council has criticized the recent cancellation of press accreditation cards by the Press Information...