BNP's Tarique Rahman returns to Bangladesh after 17 years
Tarique Rahman, BNP's acting chairman, returns to Dhaka from London after over 17 years, greeted by massive crowds. Key political move ahead of elections.
Category : Asia Pacific
North Korea shows nuclear submarine hull, warns South
North Korea reveals hull of a nuclear-powered submarine, marking progress in Kim Jong Un's weapons program. Kim calls South Korea's similar plans a security threat. Analysis suggests possible Russian tech aid.
China Silver Fund Plunges 10% to End Bull Run
China's sole pure-play silver fund plunged by the daily 10% limit after a frenzied rally. The fund manager had issued repeated warnings about unsustainable gains and a dangerous premium. Read more on the precious metals frenzy.
Tarique Rahman Returns to Bangladesh After 17-Year Exile
Tarique Rahman, son of Khaleda Zia, ends 17-year exile, returning to Bangladesh as a key BNP figure and potential PM candidate for February elections. Explore the implications.
Suu Kyi's Absence Speaks Louder Than Myanmar Junta's Ballot
Myanmar's military junta holds a controversial election while Aung San Suu Kyi remains absent. Explore the implications of a vote excluding large rebel-held areas. Read our in-depth analysis.
Imran Khan's Adviser Shahzad Akbar Brutally Attacked in Cambridge
Shahzad Akbar, former adviser to Imran Khan, was brutally assaulted near his Cambridge home. The PTI links the attack to his recent speech against Pakistan's 'martial law regime'. Read the full details.
World's Most Poisonous Bird Found in New Guinea
Scientists reveal the hooded pitohui, a bird from New Guinea, carries deadly batrachotoxin. Discover how its diet makes it toxic and why it's a marvel of evolution.
Tarique Rahman ends 17-year exile, returns to Bangladesh
BNP acting chairman Tarique Rahman returns to Dhaka after 17 years in UK exile. His comeback reshapes Bangladesh's political landscape ahead of the 2026 elections. Read more.
Forest staff rescue black leopard cub in Coimbatore
Forest field staff in Coimbatore rescued an abandoned black leopard cub near Maruthamalai. Officials aim to reunite the healthy cub with its mother in the nearby reserve forest. Read more.
Tarique Rahman returns to Bangladesh after 17-year exile
Tarique Rahman, BNP's acting chairman, ends 17 years of self-exile, returning to Bangladesh with family. His return, ahead of parliamentary elections, is seen as a major boost for the party's campaign. Read more.
Bangladesh to Support Family of Lynched Hindu Worker
Bangladesh's interim govt pledges financial aid to Dipu Chandra Das's family after his lynching on blasphemy charges. 12 arrested. Govt asserts 'highest efforts' for minority safety amid strained India ties.
North Korea Tests Missiles, Slams US-SKorea Submarine Plans
North Korea's Kim Jong Un supervised a long-range missile test and a nuclear submarine project, criticising US and South Korean military moves as escalating tensions. Read the full analysis.
Elephant enters Bengaluru school, forest officials intervene
A wild elephant caused panic after entering a school in Bengaluru. Faculty alerted forest officials who successfully drove the animal back to safety. Read the full story.
North Korea Tests Long-Range Missile Under Kim's Watch
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un personally supervised the test-firing of a new long-range missile, state media KCNA announced. This move escalates regional tensions and challenges global non-proliferation efforts. Read the full report.
Old leopard kills villager, injures five in Mandi before death
An elderly leopard, displaced from its forest territory, entered villages in Mandi district, killing one man and injuring five others. The big cat was eventually cornered and beaten to death by villagers. Read the full details of the tragic incident.
Massive Train Cancellations on Mumbai's Western Railway
Western Railway announces major block, cancelling up to 1750 trains over 5 days for crucial signalling upgrade work between Kandivli and Borivli. Plan your commute.
Bangladesh Political Unsurges Ahead of 2026 Polls
Bangladesh faces escalating political unrest and uncertainty as violence shakes society ahead of the scheduled February 2026 national elections. Read the full analysis.
Crude Bomb Blast in Bangladesh Kills One, Injures Five
A crude bomb explosion in Bangladesh's Khulna district leaves one dead and five injured. Police investigate the motive behind the attack near a local market. Read for details.
Crude Bomb Explosion Kills One in Dhaka's Mogbazar
A person died in a crude bomb attack in Dhaka's Mogbazar area. Unidentified assailants hurled the explosive from a flyover. Police investigation is underway.
Man killed in Dhaka bomb attack amid Bangladesh unrest
A man was killed by a crude bomb in Dhaka's Moghbazar, intensifying Bangladesh's crisis. Violence follows activist Hadi's death and a lynching. Read the full report.
One Killed in Dhaka Bomb Blast, Police Probe Motive
A bomb explosion in Dhaka's Kafrul area leaves one dead. Police recover IED materials and launch an investigation into the motive behind the blast. Read for details.
Why Cuckoos Don't Build Nests: An Evolutionary Trick
Discover the fascinating evolutionary strategy of brood parasitism. Learn why cuckoos lay eggs in crow nests, the science behind this deception, and how it ensures their survival. Dive into the details now!
6.0 Magnitude Quake Hits Taiwan, No Damage Reported
A shallow 6.0-magnitude earthquake struck Taiwan's Taitung county. Tremors felt in Taipei. No immediate reports of damage or casualties. Read the latest details.
Pak Court Extends Imran Khan's Interim Bail Till Jan 27
A Pakistani court extends interim bail for ex-PM Imran Khan and wife Bushra Bibi in May 9 violence cases. Next hearing set for January 27. Read the latest developments.
6.1 Magnitude Quake Hits Taiwan, No Immediate Damage
A significant 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck southeastern Taiwan, shaking buildings in the capital. No immediate reports of damage or casualties. Read the latest seismic updates.
6.1 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Taiwan, No Immediate Damage
A 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck Taiwan's Taitung county at a depth of 11.9 km. No immediate damage reported. Stay updated on seismic activity in the Asia-Pacific region.
World's Largest Nuclear Plant Restart Vote in Japan
Japan's Niigata assembly debates restarting the Kashiwazaki-Kariwa nuclear plant, the world's largest. A decision by Dec 22 could impact global energy trends. Read the full story.
2025: Political Crises Rock India's Neighbourhood
From Nepal's Gen Z uprising to Bangladesh's assassinations and Pakistan's judicial battles, 2025 saw a collapse of political legitimacy across South Asia. Explore the internal threats reshaping the region.
Brother Accuses Yunus Regime of Murder to Defer Polls
Sharif Osman Hadi's brother alleges the interim government plotted his killing to disrupt Bangladesh's February elections. Mass protests erupt in Dhaka demanding an international probe.
Viral Video Shows Lion Calmly Walking in Gujarat's Palitana
A viral video from Gujarat's Satrunjaya hills shows a lion calmly sharing space with pilgrims. The peaceful encounter highlights India's unique human-wildlife coexistence. Watch the full story.
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