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Saturday, October 4, 2025
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Topic: Bangladesh

Bangladesh’s congested capital Dhaka navigates cleaner transport, jobs with first metro rail

The rail system is expected to provide a safe and reliable transport option for the city's rising population of more than 20 million, up from 3 million in 1980.

Shahabuddin Chuppu declared next Bangladesh president-elect

A former commissioner of the Anti-Corruption Commission, retired district & sessions judge, and freedom fighter, Shahabuddin was elected unopposed as the 22nd President of Bangladesh.

More trouble for Adani Group as Bangladesh seeks revision of power deal — ‘excessive pricing’

Bangladesh Power Development Board is seeking revision of power deal inked in 2017. It has objected to high price of coal brought from Adani's mine from Australia for the project.

Surging crime, bleak future push Rohingya in Bangladesh to risk lives at sea

An increasing number of Rohingya are leaving the country for Malaysia & Indonesia as rising crime in the camps adds to troubles like a lack of educational & work opportunities.

Mizoram opens hearts & doors to Bangladeshi Kuki-Chin refugees — ‘like Jerusalem for Israelis’

Young Mizo Association urges Union govt to consider case of refugees on humanitarian grounds. Kuki-Chins, who share ties with Mizos, are fleeing military action in Chittagong Hill Tracts.

Lance Naik Albert Ekka–the braveheart from Jharkhand who played vital role in 1971 war

When rooted stories like Kantara are calling to protect India’s ethos, it is time to remember the valour of Albert Ekka in the Battle of Gangasagar.

Deadliest year for Rohingya at sea in years as 180 presumed drowned

The refugees who were stranded at sea for weeks after leaving Bangladesh in November are feared dead, as the 'unseaworthy' boat is thought to have sunk this month, the agency said.

At least 180 Rohingya refugees from Bangladesh feared dead, reports UN refugee agency

The refugees who were stranded at sea for weeks after leaving Bangladesh in November are feared dead, as the 'unseaworthy' boat is thought to have sunk this month, the agency said.

India clinch Mirpur thriller to blank Bangladesh

Ravichandran Ashwin & Shreyas Iyer combined to help India prevail in a low-scoring match against Bangladesh with a 3 nervy wicket victory on Sunday.

India in command after Umesh and Ashwin wreck Bangladesh

India, pressing for a 2-0 series sweep, finished the day on 19 for no loss with stand-in skipper KL Rahul (3) and Shubman Gill (14) seeing off the final eight overs.

On Camera

Wintrack vs Chennai Customs has unleashed middle class anger. And BJP must worry

It’s hard to build a house, run a business, or do anything without paying bribes. And yet, citizens’ anger about this open, unchecked corruption won’t erupt into Anna Hazare-type rallies.

Nodal officers to fast-tracking NOCs, Kerala govt’s heeding investor concerns, and it means business

As many as 21 policy reforms are under implementation following Invest Kerala Global Summit, as LDF govt works to change perception that the state is not conducive to businesses.

Army chief’s big warning to Pakistan: Stop sponsoring terrorism if you want to exist geographically

Amid continued concerns over cross-border terrorism, General Upendra Dwivedi further warned the neighbour that India will not show restraint if there is an Op Sindoor 2.0.

How Pakistan thinks: Army for hire, ideology of convenience

Pakistan’s army has been a rentier force available to a reasonable bidder. It has never come to the aid of any Muslims including Palestinians or the Gazans, except making noises here and there.