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Red Alert in Mumbai After Heavy Rains Trigger Deadly Floods, Leave 10 Dead
At least 10 dead after heavy monsoon rains trigger severe flooding, landslides, and transport shutdowns in Mumbai and Maharashtra. Read the full report
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No Information on Arakan Army Chief's Treatment in Bangladesh, Says Bangladesh Foreign Minister
Bangladesh Foreign Minister Dr. Khalilur Rahman dismisses speculation that the Myanmar Arakan Army chief is receiving medical treatment in Bangladesh amid rising border tensions
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Myanmar Rejects ASEAN Request to Meet Suu Kyi, Defying Regional Pressure
Myanmar's military regime rejects ASEAN’s request to meet Aung San Suu Kyi, signaling a stubborn defiance of regional pressure and the Five-Point Consensus
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Bangladesh to Pursue China-Myanmar Corridor Only if It Serves National Interests: Foreign Affairs Adviser Humayun
Foreign Affairs Adviser Humayun Kabir states Bangladesh will pursue the China-proposed economic corridor linking Cox's Bazar to Myanmar and China only if it aligns with national interests
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Myanmar president attends first ASEAN summit
Myanmar's Min Aung Hlaing arrived in Laos for his first visit to an ASEAN state since assuming the presidency, signaling a major push for regional legitimacy
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CMBC: Bangladesh's New Connectivity Reality
Despite uncertainty caused by Myanmar's conflict, the proposed China-Myanmar-Bangladesh Economic Corridor remains a long-term strategic opportunity that could reshape Bangladesh's role in regional trade, logistics and connectivity
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Explosions, Heavy Fighting in Myanmar’s Rakhine Shake Teknaf Border
Explosions and heavy fighting in Myanmar's Rakhine State shook Bangladesh's Teknaf border for a second day, raising security concerns and fears of a renewed Rohingya influx.
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Myanmar Revives Long-Stalled Myitsone Dam Project with Chinese Support
Myanmar's government moves to restart the controversial $11.5B Myitsone hydropower project with Chinese backing, aiming for completion within eight years despite severe environmental, social, and earthquake risks
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Russia Urges Pakistan, Afghanistan to Resolve Disputes Through Diplomacy
Russia urges Pakistan and Afghanistan to pursue dialogue and diplomatic engagement to address longstanding border differences following recent cross-border developments
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India Cannot Unilaterally Revoke or Amend Indus Waters Treaty: Pakistan Information Minister
Pakistan's Information Minister Attaullah Tarar declares the Indus Waters Treaty legally binding, calling water a "red line" amid tensions following India's decision to place the 1960 pact in abeyance
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Kuki-Zo Community Protests Meitei Resettlement Plan in Manipur
Hundreds of Kuki-Zo community members staged a peaceful protest in Manipur's Kangpokpi, opposing the government's unilateral plan to resettle displaced Meitei families
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Saudi Aramco Helicopter Crash Kills 14 Near Ras Tanura Oil Hub
Saudi Aramco's helicopter crashed near the strategic Ras Tanura export terminal, killing all 14 Saudi nationals on board. An official investigation is underway.
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BIMSTEC Chief's Visit Reinforces Myanmar's Regional Cooperation Drive
BIMSTEC Chief Indra Mani Pandey concluded a 3-day visit to Myanmar, reinforcing cooperation in regional security, trade, and agriculture
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Bangladesh Seeks Closer ASEAN Partnership to Strengthen Indo-Pacific Role
Bangladesh is shifting its foreign policy focus toward ASEAN to boost trade, investment, and maritime connectivity, despite facing geographical and geopolitical hurdles
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From Beijing to the World: Global Media See Bangladesh's Diplomatic Coming of Age
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman held high-level talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing, focusing on trade, investment, infrastructure, technology and strategic cooperation as Bangladesh and China strengthen bilateral ties
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Dhaka rejects Delhi’s explanation over Adviser Zahed’s airport incident
Bangladesh’s Foreign Ministry has rejected India's explanation over the "unfortunate and regrettable" Delhi airport incident involving PM Adviser Dr. Zahed Ur Rahman
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PM Tarique Rahman invites Chinese investors to co-author next great Asian economic miracle in Bangladesh
Speaking at the Bangladesh Investment Forum in Beijing, PM Tarique Rahman invited Chinese companies to expand value chains into Bangladesh, promising streamlined 15-day business licensing and dedicated industrial zones
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Myanmar Shows Greater Openness to ASEAN Recommendations: Malaysian Foreign Minister
Malaysia's Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan reports Myanmar's new military-backed administration is more receptive to ASEAN's five-point consensus peace plan
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Tarique Rahman Takes Bangladesh's Investment and Climate Message to World Economic Forum
PM Tarique Rahman Attends WEF in Dalian, Pitches Bangladesh Investment Meta Description: Prime Minister Tarique Rahman made his debut at the World Economic Forum in Dalian, highlighting Bangladesh's 2030 renewable energy goals and investment climate
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Three Killed, Five Injured in School Shooting in Philippines; President Orders Investigation
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. orders a full investigation after a rare school shooting at San Jose National High School in Tacloban leaves 3 dead and 5 injured. Two suspects are in custody