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.
Category : Asia Pacific
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.
Bangladesh Pledges Action in Killing of Hindu Leader Dipu Das
Bangladesh government condemns the killing of Hindu community leader Dipu Chandra Das in Khulna, pledges swift investigation and action. Details on the attack and official response.
WWII bombing destroyed world's longest king cobra specimen
The incredible story of the longest venomous snake ever recorded, a king cobra over 5 meters long, and how it was tragically lost during the London Blitz. A tale of science, history, and fragile knowledge.
Bangladesh Condemns Factory Worker Killing, Promises Justice
Bangladesh government expresses profound sorrow, condemns killing of factory worker in Mymensingh. Home Minister assures swift justice. Read the full story.
Hindu Families Escape Locked-Home Arson in Bangladesh
Two expatriate Hindu families in Bangladesh's Chittagong narrowly escaped after attackers locked them inside and set their homes ablaze. This is the sixth such attack in five days, straining India-Bangladesh relations. Read the full report.
Bangladesh Govt to Aid Family of Lynched Hindu Worker
Bangladesh's interim government pledges responsibility for the family of a Hindu worker lynched over blasphemy allegations. Yunus condemns mob violence, stressing no one can take law into their own hands. Read the full report.
Taiwan detects Chinese aircraft, vessels; US report urges deterrence
Taiwan reports Chinese military activity near its borders. A US bipartisan committee releases a new report, 'Ten More for Taiwan,' calling for urgent steps to strengthen deterrence against potential aggression.
Elephant raids crops in Erode, farmers use firecrackers
A wild elephant entered farms in Mavanatham village, Erode, damaging ragi crops. Farmers chased it away using firecrackers after forest staff delay. They demand a permanent solution.
Bangladesh Journalists Face Threats Before Elections
Bangladeshi journalists report death threats and surveillance before the 2026 elections. Offices of Prothom Alo and The Daily Star were attacked. Read about the escalating press freedom crisis.
Kolkata Metro Special Christmas Services on Blue & Green Lines
Kolkata Metro Railway will run special services on Christmas Day, December 25th, for Blue and Green lines with extended hours and frequent intervals. Plan your festive travel now!
Bangladesh Media Under Siege Ahead of 2026 Elections
Journalists in Bangladesh report death threats, targeted surveillance, and intimidation before the 2026 national elections. Offices of Prothom Alo and The Daily Star were attacked by mobs. Read more.
Pakistan sells PIA for Rs 135 billion in historic deal
Pakistan's government sold a 75% stake in PIA for Rs 135 billion to an Arif Habib-led group. The historic deal aims to revive the struggling national airline. Read the full details here.
Nepal PM Calls for Conducive Election Environment
Nepal's newly appointed PM Karki meets former premiers Oli, Prachanda, and Deuba, urging cooperation for a peaceful and fair election process. Key political dialogue ahead of polls.
5 Tigers Spotted at Chamarajanagar Quarry, Capture Ordered
Five tigers spotted near a stone quarry in Chamarajanagar cause panic. Karnataka Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre orders immediate capture and relocation. Prohibitory orders imposed in three villages.
Bangladesh official meets family of lynched Hindu man
Bangladesh government's representative meets family of Hindu man lynched by mob in Rangpur. Authorities promise justice and compensation amid rising communal concerns.
Prachy Accuses Yunus Govt of Protecting Terrorists
Bangladeshi actress Rokeya Prachy condemns the interim government for releasing convicted terrorists and failing to file cases against attackers. Read about the lawlessness crisis.
Tibetan Activist Tsering Tso Gets Suspended 1-Year Prison Sentence
A Chinese court hands Tibetan activist Tsering Tso a one-year prison sentence, suspended for three years. Details on the case, charges, and international reactions here.
Kolkata Metro's Christmas Special: Late Night Services Timings
Kolkata Metro will run extra late-night services on Blue and Green Lines on December 25 for Christmas crowds heading to Park Street. Check the special schedule here.
Bengaluru parking note sparks viral debate on urban aggression
A handwritten note taped to a car in Bengaluru goes viral, igniting a fierce online debate about parking etiquette, urban frustration, and the city's infrastructure crisis. Read the full story.
Bangladesh Media Faces 'Right to Stay Alive' Crisis
Ahead of Bangladesh's 2025 elections, journalists face death threats and violent attacks. Editors warn the issue is no longer free speech, but survival. Read the full report.
Who is Bangladeshi student leader Muhammad Motaleb Sikdar?
Muhammad Motaleb Sikdar, a key figure in the 2024 Khulna student uprising, was shot. Learn about his role and the political tensions in Bangladesh. Read more.
Bangladesh Election Unrest, ED Fast-Tracks Cases, Dhurandhar Advisor
Bangladesh faces pre-election violence as India-Bangladesh visa services see tit-for-tat suspensions. ED to fast-track cases, BJP gains in Maharashtra polls, and a retired colonel bridges reel and real for films like Dhurandhar.
IOI Foundation Condemns Lynching of Dipu Das in Bangladesh
Mumbai's Idea of India Foundation condemns the mob lynching of Dipu Chandra Das in Bangladesh, calls for justice, minority protection, and international pressure. Read their demands.
Over 70 Elephants Near Hosur Villages, Forest Dept on Alert
Krishnagiri forest department issues alert for 20+ villages as 70+ elephants camp near Hosur. Officials deployed to drive herds back. Farmers warned of crop damage risk.
Bangladesh's Yunus Govt Flounders Amid Protests, Minority Attacks
Bangladesh's interim government under Nobel Laureate Muhammad Yunus faces a credibility crisis. Following the killing of student leader Sharif Osman Hadi, fresh protests and attacks on minorities erupt. The regime must act to ensure order and fair electio
Taiwan detects 6 Chinese military aircraft, 6 naval vessels
Taiwan's defence ministry reports detecting six Chinese military aircraft and six naval vessels operating near its territory. The incursion comes amid ongoing regional tensions. Read the full analysis.
World Donates to Family of Lynched Man in Bangladesh
After a Hindu man was lynched in Mymensingh, global donations pour in for his impoverished family. Read how the community is rallying support.
Dense Fog Paralyzes Ludhiana Rail Network, 14-Hour Delays
Thick winter fog in Ludhiana causes massive train delays up to 14 hours, cancellations, and passenger chaos. Key services like Amritsar Clone Special severely impacted. Read the full report on the travel crisis.
Second Bangladesh Opposition Leader Shot Before Polls
Motaleb Shikder, a leader allied with Jamaat-e-Islami, was shot in Khulna days after the killing of Sharif Osman Hadi. The interim government provides security to 20 individuals on 'hit lists'.
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