We must prepare for all uncertainties: The Daily Star
It is crucial for the Bangladeshi government, diplomats, policymakers, and businesses to collaboratively develop innovative strategies to navigate these uncertain times and…
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Political clash over Muslim property law continues in India’s Jharkhand
Following the strong opposition from the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) to the law passed by the central government, the BJP has now taken a firm stand. Dr Pradeep Verma, BJP’s…
US President Trump spares smartphones, computers, other electronics from China tariffs
The notice did not provide an explanation for the move, but the late-night exclusion provides welcome relief to major technology firms such as Apple, Dell Technologies and many…
Afghan refugees in Pakistan not resettled to Western countries by April-end set to be deported
Amid calls for Pakistan to halt the deportation of Afghan nationals, State Minister for Interior Tallal Chaudhry also ruled out any extension in the deadline for the repatriation…
Pheu Thai, Bhumjaithai leaders downplay rift over opposition to Thai casino bill
The controversy erupted when Bhumjaithai Party’s Secretary-General, Chaichanok Chidchob, firmly rejected the proposed entertainment complex bill — which includes casino…
Philippine election commission logs 63 cases of alleged vote-buying, abuse of state resources
Comelec has prohibited the presence of candidates, their families, staff, and even their political materials during the distribution of social assistance programs during the…
Bhutan renews focus on maternal and child health
Over the past two decades, maternal mortality has dropped from 777 per 100,000 live births in 1984 to 53 in 2023. Similarly, under-five mortality has declined from 162.4 to 19.2…
Muslims protest controversial property bill in India’s Bhopal
Addressing the protesters, Congress MLA from Bhopal Arif Masood announced that they would not accept the Waqf Bill.
State Audit Office insists collapsed building in Bangkok was quake-proof, contract was about to be terminated
A House Committee summoned the SAO governor to testify after the agency's under-construction office building in Chatuchak district was the only structure to collapse during the…
Punjab CM gives nod to organise special ‘Kisan Milni’ to sensitise farmers regarding paddy cultivation
In a path-breaking initiative, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on April 9 asked the officers to organise a special ‘Kisan Milni’ at Punjab Agriculture University,…