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Dhaka-17 and Bogra-6: Why Tarique Rahman chose these two seats for his comeback and why India is watching closely
Tarique Rahman's entry into the electoral fray from Dhaka-17 and Bogra-6 is being closely watched not just within Bangladesh but also in India.
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Pakistan to let UAE buy $1 billion stake in Army-run Fauji Foundation amid debt crunch
Speaking at a year-end briefing, Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar confirmed that Abu Dhabi would acquire equity in the Fauji Foundation Group as part of the arrangement.
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Hindu, Buddhist sites in Pakistan face vandalism and neglect: Why 5,000-year-old heritage is being left unprotected
Several historically significant regions, including PoK, Gilgit-Baltistan, Chilas, Hunza, Shatial, parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan, are home to ancient temples, petroglyphs and inscriptions that are increasingly under threat.
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China announces ‘Justice Mission 2025’ around Taiwan: Why Beijing launched fresh drills after $11 billion US arms deal
The timing of Justice Mission 2025 is closely linked to Washington’s recent decision to approve an arms sale package worth about $11 billion to Taiwan.
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Asim Munir, ISI and Bangladesh polls: Why Pakistan’s outreach is raising fears of a fractured mandate
Intelligence inputs reviewed by CNN-News18 further allege that Pakistan is attempting to shape Bangladesh’s political environment by backing opposition parties ahead of the polls.
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Australia, US, UK flag 'fake' rabies vaccine issue in India: What is the real risk | Key facts explained
According to the WHO, rabies causes about 59,000 deaths each year across more than 150 countries. India accounts for around 20,000 of these deaths annually, according to a study published in One Health in December 2024.
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Pakistan military wing under scrutiny over alleged media pushback against Qatar, Al Jazeera on Taliban coverage: Report
Leaked directives suggest Pakistan’s military media wing urged local outlets to challenge Qatar’s diplomatic neutrality and Al Jazeera’s reporting on Afghanistan and the Taliban.
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Iran says it is in ‘full-scale war’ with US, Israel ahead of Trump–Netanyahu talks
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Tehran is facing a “full-scale war” with the US, Israel and Europe, warning of a decisive response as tensions rise ahead of Donald Trump’s meeting with Benjamin Netanyahu.
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Inqilab Moncho sets 24-day deadline for Yunus government to conclude Osman Hadi murder trial
Inqilab Moncho has given Bangladesh’s Yunus-led interim government 24 days to complete the trial in party leader Sharif Osman Hadi’s murder, as protests intensify and political tensions rise ahead of elections.
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Trump hints at Ukraine trip, says, 'I don’t anticipate it, want to get deal done'
US President Donald Trump called negotiations to end the Russia-Ukraine war “closer than ever,” while Zelensky acknowledged progress and left room for potential territorial concessions.
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‘Kidney-touching acting’: Pakistani cop mocked online for ‘murder case call’ during podcast, sparks ‘CID isn’t that fast’ jokes | Watch
Lahore ASP Shehrbano Naqvi faced viral backlash after a clip showed her leaving a podcast mid-interview to respond to a murder, sparking skepticism and humor online.
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Bangladesh’s NCP forges alliance with Jamaat-e-Islami, sparking internal rifts ahead of elections
The National Citizen Party’s decision to join forces with Jamaat-e-Islami ahead of February polls has triggered resignations and controversy within the party.
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China mobilises army, navy and rocket forces in major drills around Taiwan, issues 'stern warning'
China launched large-scale military drills around Taiwan, mobilising army, navy and rocket forces as a “stern warning” against independence moves, prompting condemnation from Taipei.
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North Korea fires long-range cruise missiles to test nuclear deterrence, Kim Jong Un oversees launch
Pyongyang said the cruise missile test was a “self-defense” exercise, as South Korea confirmed launches and vowed readiness with the US.
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Zelenskyy thanked Trump for talks as Ukraine peace negotiations enter ‘final stages’
Zelenskyy thanked Trump for US support after their Mar-a-Lago meeting as Trump said Ukraine peace talks were in the “final stages,” warning the war could otherwise drag on with heavy loss of life.
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Dhaka-Karachi direct flights expected to begin in January, Pak envoy tells Yunus
The Pakistani High Commissioner said bilateral trade between the two countries has grown by 20 per cent compared to last year, with business communities from both sides actively exploring new investment opportunities.
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Trump’s ‘discoloured’ hands spark online speculation during Zelenskyy meeting at Mar-a-Lago
Photos from Trump’s Mar-a-Lago meeting with Zelenskyy sparked fresh online speculation about the US president’s health, though the White House again said he remains in “excellent health.”
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One dead, one critically injured after two helicopters collide mid-air in New Jersey | Video
One person was killed and another critically injured after two helicopters collided mid-air and crashed near Hammonton, New Jersey, prompting a major emergency response.
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Kosovo election: Ruling party victory could end year-long parliamentary stalemate
Kosovo’s Albin Kurti says he will quickly form a new government after his Vetevendosje Party secured 49.3% in Sunday’s election, ending a year-long political deadlock.
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Trump-Zelenskyy peace talks: Why Mar-a-Lago was chosen over the White House
US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held year-end talks at Mar-a-Lago, making progress on a peace plan while Moscow’s attacks on Kyiv continued.
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Putin envoy praises Trump’s peace efforts, shares Florida wake-surfing video ahead of Zelenskyy talks | Watch
Kremlin envoy Kirill Dmitriev shared a Florida wake-surfing video and praised Trump’s peace efforts following his meeting with Zelenskyy.
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Trump, Zelenskyy say Ukraine peace talks ‘95% complete, but thorny issues remain’; Putin rejects ceasefire for referendums | Top updates
Trump and Zelenskyy say Ukraine peace talks are nearing completion with 90–95% of the plan agreed, though ceasefire, territorial issues, and ongoing Russian attacks remain unresolved.
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Trump says Ukraine peace talks in ‘final stages’, Donbas dispute unresolved after Zelenskyy talks
After hours of talks with Volodymyr Zelenskyy at Mar-a-Lago, Donald Trump said Ukraine security guarantees are nearly finalised, though disagreements over eastern Ukraine continue to delay a peace deal.
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China Parliament expels three top military officials amid anti-corruption drive
The Central Military Commission, which commands China’s armed forces, is chaired by President Xi Jinping.
