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The India-linked narrative surfaced only after protests and riots had already erupted, raising questions about its timing. Sources suggested that the India angle may have been introduced to divert attention and shield possible Jamaat-linked associates.

MEA rejects Pakistan’s remarks on minorities in India, points to Islamabad’s 'abysmal record'

India has strongly pushed back against remarks made by Pakistan’s Foreign Office spokesperson on incidents in India, asserting that Islamabad has no credibility to lecture others on minority rights given its own record.

Bangladesh has just 39 days of condoms left: Why the country’s ‘protection’ is running out

For a nation that has long projected its family planning programme as a public health success story, the shortage threatens to undo years of progress.

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.

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.

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.

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.

'We're Muslims!': Pak president Zardari follows Asim Munir's footsteps, uses communal hate in Op Sindoor boast

Zardari claimed that Pakistan gave a befitting response to India during the four-day conflict in May and boasted how his country could have shot down all the Indian planes

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.

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.

Why Ukrainian men are risking death to avoid the front line

As the war grinds on and manpower thins, illegal crossings, deadly journeys and moral strain are reshaping Ukraine’s mobilisation crisis.

What the US looks like when immigration slows to a trickle

A year into tighter rules, labour shortages, ageing towns and strained public services show how deeply immigration supports everyday American life.

When Washington chased UFOs: The 1952 sightings that still have no answer

From Cold War radar alarms to modern pilot reports, the mystery over the US capital never fully went away.

Wrong man, wrong cell: How a forgotten letter exposed a murder conviction in Brooklyn

An overlooked confession, tunnel vision in policing and the long road from incarceration to exoneration.

Thailand and Cambodia agree to 'consolidate ceasefire' in China talks

The latest round of clashes began early this month after a breakdown in a ceasefire that U.S.

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.

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.

Top diplomats of China, Cambodia and Thailand meet as Beijing seeks to strengthen role in dispute

The trilateral meeting, held in a southwestern Chinese province north of the contested border, came two days after Thailand and Cambodia signed a fresh ceasefire agreement to end weeks of fighting that killed more than 100 people and forced hundreds of thousands to be evacuated on both sides of the border.

Nursing home fire in Indonesia’s Sulawesi kills 16 elderly residents

At least 16 people died and three were injured after a fire tore through a nursing home in Manado, North Sulawesi, with many victims found in their rooms as the blaze broke out late Sunday evening.

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.

South Korea to ease access to North Korea’s Rodong Sinmun in policy shift under President Lee

Seoul will reclassify North Korea’s state-run Rodong Sinmun as general material, loosening restrictions as President Lee Jae Myung pushes for a softer approach toward Pyongyang.

House owned by Hindu family torched in Bangladesh's Pirojpur as tensions flare up

Unidentified miscreants set fire to several rooms at the Saha residence in Dumritola on December 27 in a targeted attack on minorities.

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.

‘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.

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.

Eastern Window | Japan, South Korea enter arms race, threatening stability in North Asia

Countries in North Asia like China, Japan, South Korea, and North Korea are engaged in an intense arms race with efforts to acquire nuclear weapons. Such moves amid US-China rival may threaten the stability of the region

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.”

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.

BSE SmallCap turns one of 2025’s weakest global assets; Gold, Silver stand out

Apart from small-caps, the Philippine's PSEi index and Bitcoin were among the biggest global losers in 2025, declining more than 9 percent and 5 percent, respectively. Other laggards included the BSE MidCap and Jakarta Composite Index, which slipped 4 percent and 0.4 percent.

Markets Soar, Fortunes Follow: World’s Richest Gain Sharply in 2025

The study tracks only those whose wealth exceeds $100 billion. Globally, 18 people now hold fortunes above that level, and all but one gained during the year

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.

13 killed, dozens injured as train derails in southern Mexico

The Mexican Navy said the train, which derailed near the town of Nizanda, was carrying 250 people, including nine crew members and 241 passengers.

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.

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.

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.

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.

‘The US is the real United Nations’: Trump claims credit for Thailand–Cambodia ceasefire

Donald Trump said the US has become the “real” United Nations after announcing a pause in Thailand–Cambodia fighting and criticising the UN’s role.

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.

Putin warns Russia will use force if Ukraine peace talks stall: 'If Kyiv does not want peace...'

TASS reported that both Putin and Gerasimov expressed the view that Ukraine’s leadership is in “no hurry” to pursue a negotiated settlement to the conflict, which has now entered its fourth year.

Sweeping tariffs, H1-B visa fees, travel bans: How Trump's policies jolted the world and reshaped 2025

From slapping tariffs on goods reaching US from countries around the world to projecting himself as a peacemaker in several global conflicts, Trump has made headlines throughout 2025.

Former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro undergoes procedure to treat months-long hiccups 

Former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro underwent a phrenic nerve block to treat chronic hiccups as he remains hospitalised following hernia surgery and amid his 27-year jail term for an attempted coup.

“What’s the internet?”: Bezos claims he heard 40 ‘no’s before Amazon got its first yes

In 1995, Jeff Bezos pitched dozens of investors for seed money — and many first wanted an explanation of the internet itself.

‘80 drones in 36 hours’: Pakistan admits Indian strike hit Nur Khan air base in Operation Sindoor

Pakistan has admitted that Indian drone strikes during Operation Sindoor damaged the Nur Khan air base and injured military personnel, marking a shift from its earlier denials following the Pahalgam terror attack.

Osman Hadi killing: Main suspects flee to India via Meghalaya border, Dhaka police say

Dhaka Metropolitan Police said two prime accused in the killing of activist Osman Hadi escaped to India through the Meghalaya border and efforts are underway to secure their arrest and extradition.

Carney calls for willing Russia amid Kyiv attacks, announces $1.82B support for Ukraine

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney urges Russia to cooperate as Kyiv faces heavy bombardment and pledges $1.82 billion in aid to support Ukraine’s recovery.

‘Acts of bigotry’: Concern over lynching of Bangladeshi Hindu echoes in the US

US Congressman Ro Khanna and the State Department condemned the lynching of Bangladeshi Hindu Dipu Chandra Das, sparking global protests demanding protection for minorities.