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India confirms second fatality from deadly Nipah virus
A 25-year-old nurse has died from Nipah virus in Kolkata, marking India's second fatality this year. Health officials have quarantined 100 contacts to prevent spread
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EU Observers Term Bangladesh’s 13th Parliamentary Polls Credible, Competently Managed
The EU Election Observation Mission (EU EOM) describes Bangladesh’s 13th parliamentary polls as competitive and transparent, marking a shift toward democratic rule of law
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Myanmar’s Newly Elected Government to Advance ‘Pauk-Phaw’ Partnership with China
Myanmar’s incoming government reaffirms its commitment to the China-Myanmar Economic Corridor and the 'Shared Future' initiative during 2026 Lunar New Year festivities
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UNHCR Launches Global ‘Routes Monitor’ to Track Refugee and Migrant Movements
The UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) has launched the ‘Routes Monitor,’ a groundbreaking global data platform offering real-time insights into refugee and migrant movements
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Marco Rubio Congratulates Tarique Rahman, Pledges US Cooperation with New Bangladesh Government
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio congratulates BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman on his party’s electoral victory, pledging to work with the new Bangladesh government to promote prosperity and regional security
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China Congratulates BNP on Election Victory, Pledges to Deepen Bilateral Cooperation
In a statement issued on Friday, the Chinese Embassy in Dhaka congratulated both the people of Bangladesh and the BNP following the announcement of preliminary results.
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CA Yunus Casts Vote, Calls Election Day the ‘Birthday of New Bangladesh’
Chief Adviser Dr Muhammad Yunus cast his vote at Gulshan Model High School, calling Bangladesh’s 13th National Election the “birthday of new Bangladesh”
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Bangladesh Goes to the Polls: Historic Election Day Underway
Millions of Bangladeshis are voting in the 2026 general election and constitutional referendum, marking the nation’s first competitive polls in over a decade after the 2024 uprising ended Sheikh Hasina’s authoritarian rule
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2,028 Candidates Set to Contest in Tomorrow’s 13th Bangladesh National Election Across 299 Constituencies
Bangladesh gears up for its 13th Jatiya Sangsad election with 2,028 candidates—including 83 women—vying for 299 parliamentary seats amid full security and logistical arrangements
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Gambia Presents ‘Most Comprehensive Genocide Evidence’ Against Myanmar at ICJ
The Gambia has submitted the most comprehensive body of genocide evidence ever presented to the International Court of Justice, accusing Myanmar of systematic atrocities against the Rohingya
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EU Observers Expect Credible and Inclusive Election in Bangladesh
EU Chief Observer Ivars Ijabs describes Bangladesh’s 2026 electoral environment as positive, emphasizing inclusivity and democratic accountability ahead of the Feb 12 vote
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Bangladesh–US Sign Reciprocal Tariff Deal, Cut Duty to 19 Percent
Bangladesh and the US sign a landmark Reciprocal Tariff agreement in Washington, cutting export duties to 19% and introducing zero-tariff access for specific apparel
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‘The Case is Bigger than Myanmar’: IBA Co-Chair Mark Stephens
As the ICJ hears The Gambia’s genocide case against Myanmar, IBA Co-Chair Mark Stephens warns the stakes involve the future of international justice for the world's most vulnerable
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Who Will Answer for Border Bullets? Teknaf Schoolgirl Dies After Myanmar Gunfire
12-year-old Huzaifa Sultana Afnan has died after a month-long battle following a stray bullet injury from the Myanmar border
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Thailand Votes for Stability as Anutin’s Bhumjaithai Secures Clear Election Victory
Thailand’s Bhumjaithai Party, led by Anutin Charnvirakul, has secured a clear victory in the 2026 snap election
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Japan's PM Takaichi secures landslide election victory
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has secured a historic supermajority in Japan’s 2026 snap election,Backed by "Sanamania," she now holds a mandate for major security and economic reforms
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IOC Moves Toward Unified Rules on Transgender Athletes, Focused on Women’s Category
The International Olympic Committee confirms a shift toward a unified policy for transgender athletes, prioritizing competitive fairness in the female category
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Bangladesh Election Commission tightens security to prevent Rohingya involvement in national voting
The Bangladesh Election Commission issues strict directives to prevent Rohingya refugees from engaging in the February 12 national election following intelligence warnings of potential security risks
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Eight Killed in Biotech Factory Explosion in North China’s Shanxi
Eight people are confirmed dead after a powerful explosion at Jiapeng Biotech Company in Shanxi Province
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Malaysia Foils Rally Against ‘Illegal’ Houses of Worship, Arrests Activists During PM Modi Visit
Malaysian police arrested preacher Zamri Vinoth and others to block a protest against "illegal" houses of worship during Indian PM Narendra Modi's official visit