Poila Boisakh: Why Bangladesh just renamed its most celebrated Bengali New Year procession?
Apr 06, 2026, at 03:29 pm
Bangladesh has renamed the Poila Boishakh (Bengali New Year) procession—recognised by UNESCO—as Boishakhi Shobhajatra, Culture Affairs Minister Nitai Roy Chowdhury announced on Sunday.
IRGC Intelligence Chief Majid Khademi killed in Israeli-US strike
Apr 06, 2026, at 02:35 pm
Majid Khademi, the head of intelligence for Iran's paramilitary Revolutionary Guard (IRGC), was killed during a US-Israeli strike on Monday, media reports said.
Trump sets shock 'Tuesday, 8 pm' deadline for Iran over Strait of Hormuz—War warning escalates
Apr 06, 2026, at 09:06 am
US President Donald Trump has set a self-imposed deadline of Tuesday at 8 PM (Eastern Time) for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Middle East war fuels mortgage rate spike for Canadian renewals
Apr 06, 2026, at 01:02 am
The ongoing Middle East conflict is driving up fixed mortgage rates in Canada as oil price surges and inflation fears push bond yields higher, leaving 1.4 million households facing renewals in a tougher market, CBC News reported.
Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman appeals for religious harmony in Easter meeting
Apr 05, 2026, at 11:13 pm
Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has called for unity and cooperation among people of all religious communities, urging them to work together to build a prosperous and inclusive nation.
Pakistani journalists boycott National Assembly over layoffs, unpaid salaries
Apr 05, 2026, at 10:24 pm
Pakistani journalists staged a walkout from the press gallery of the National Assembly in Islamabad on Tuesday, boycotting coverage of parliamentary proceedings to protest recent layoffs and the suspension of salaries across several media organisations.
Pakistan: 65 attacks in four days? BLA’s explosive claims shake Balochistan
Apr 05, 2026, at 08:57 pm
The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) has claimed responsibility for carrying out 65 coordinated attacks across multiple districts of Balochistan between March 29 and April 1.
World on edge? UN nuclear chief sounds alarm over Iran power plant strike
Apr 05, 2026, at 06:34 pm
Reports of yet another projectile strike near the Bushehr nuclear power plant prompted Rafael Grossi, head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), to register his deep concern on Saturday.
Posted a war image—Now arrested: UAE detains flight attendant in Dubai crackdown
Apr 05, 2026, at 03:02 pm
A 25-year-old British flight attendant has been arrested in the United Arab Emirates and is facing cybercrime charges after allegedly sharing an image related to a drone strike near Dubai International Airport, according to media reports.
‘Gates of hell will open’: Iran mocks Trump’s 48-hour ultimatum, warns of devastating retaliation
Apr 05, 2026, at 12:34 pm
Iran on Saturday brushed aside an ultimatum from US President Donald Trump, who had warned of severe consequences if Tehran failed to reach a peace deal and reopen the Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours.
Inside the daring US mission to rescue downed airman in Iran amid race against time
Apr 05, 2026, at 12:14 pm
After a US F-15E Strike Eagle was shot down by Iran on Friday, one crew member remained stranded deep inside enemy territory for nearly two days. What followed was a high-stakes race against time as US forces launched a complex rescue operation under constant threat.
‘We got him’: Trump claims daring rescue of US missing pilot after jet shot down in Iran
Apr 05, 2026, at 10:26 am
In a dramatic turn of events, a missing US fighter jet crew member has been rescued following what President Donald Trump described as one of the most “daring” search-and-rescue operations in American military history.
‘Will hit Kolkata’: Pakistan Defence Minister's big threat after India's stern warning
Apr 05, 2026, at 12:52 am
Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has warned of a strong response to any perceived provocation from India, stating that Islamabad could target Kolkata in the event of escalation.
48-hour ultimatum: Trump warns Iran ‘hell will rain down’ over Hormuz blockade
Apr 04, 2026, at 11:20 pm
US President Donald Trump has warned Iran that it has 48 hours to comply with his demand to reopen the Strait of Hormuz or face severe consequences.
Pakistan to repay entire $3.5B UAE loan — Shocking move amid crisis
Apr 04, 2026, at 06:19 pm
Pakistan, a nation grappling with financial challenges, is preparing to repay a $3.5 billion debt to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) this month, according to media reports.
Oracle building hit in Dubai: Missile debris sparks panic — What really happened?
Apr 04, 2026, at 06:14 pm
Authorities in Dubai confirmed that an aerial interception from an Iranian projectile fell on the Oracle building in the Dubai Marina area on Saturday.
From adventure to shock: German national's cycle, camera robbed while camping in Islamabad
Apr 04, 2026, at 05:16 pm
A German cyclist travelling across multiple countries worldwide had his bicycle stolen in Pakistani city of Islamabad, in an incident that has once again drawn attention to security concerns faced by foreigners in the country.
How Iran brought down US warplanes: Inside the rare air defence breakthrough
Apr 04, 2026, at 03:46 pm
The reported downing of United States military aircraft by Iran marks an unusual development in modern conflict dynamics.
Apr 04, 2026, at 03:45 pm
India has continued to maintain steady maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz despite the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, triggered after the US and Israel carried out strikes on Tehran on February 28.
We can take oil, make a fortune: Donald Trump issues explosive threat over Strait of Hormuz
Apr 04, 2026, at 09:11 am
US President Donald Trump has claimed that the United States could reopen the Strait of Hormuz “with a little more time,” while also hinting that Iran’s power infrastructure could be targeted next.
Canada commits $51.1M to Ukraine for humanitarian aid, recovery and democratic reforms
Apr 04, 2026, at 03:54 am
The Canadian government has announced $51.1 million in new funding to support humanitarian relief, recovery efforts and institutional reforms in Ukraine, as the war with Russia continues to strain the country’s infrastructure and population.
Canada, China hold talks, agree to expand trade and financial engagement
Apr 04, 2026, at 12:42 am
Beijing: Canada and China have agreed to launch a new financial working group aimed at strengthening economic cooperation, following meetings between Canadian Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne and senior Chinese officials, the government said Tuesday.
German industry eyes shift toward defense sector amid Middle East conflict
Apr 04, 2026, at 12:21 am
German industry is increasingly turning to defence production, the German Chamber of Industry and Commerce said.
US tariffs seen as threat to European pharma production, industry says
Apr 04, 2026, at 12:09 am
Pharmaceutical manufacturers in Germany and Switzerland on Friday warned that the latest US tariffs on pharmaceutical products could threaten production at their European facilities, industry representatives said.
Apr 03, 2026, at 11:41 pm
Tensions between India and Pakistan have sharply escalated after Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif issued an unusually direct and aggressive warning, signaling that any future conflict could spill deep into Indian territory.
‘You’re the PM!’ Trump taunts Keir Starmer for not supporting US in Iran war, targets NATO
Apr 03, 2026, at 11:24 pm
US President Donald Trump launched a sharp attack on key Western allies, openly mocking their leadership and questioning their reliability during wartime.
Everest scam uncovered! Guides accused of poisoning climbers for $20 million insurance payouts
Apr 03, 2026, at 09:58 pm
High on the slopes of Mount Everest, where survival depends on trust as much as endurance, a troubling allegation has emerged that challenges the foundations of the trekking industry.
Trump launches anti-fraud blitz, claims billions lost; JD Vance takes charge
Apr 03, 2026, at 09:12 pm
US President Donald Trump has handed Vice President JD Vance a powerful new role of leading a nationwide crackdown on alleged fraud.
Iranian media claims IRGC captured US pilot after alleged F-35 shootdown
Apr 03, 2026, at 06:34 pm
Iranian media outlets have reported that a United States pilot may have been taken into custody by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) after ejecting from a fighter aircraft over western Iran.
Apr 03, 2026, at 05:55 pm
Nearly half of Iran's missile launchers remain intact despite the US and Israeli forces targeting the military targets for the past five weeks amid the ongoing conflict in the region, CNN reported.