Top Russian General Killed in Moscow Car Explosion; Security Agencies Probe Possible Ukraine Link

Moscow: Russian security agencies are investigating multiple theories, including the possible involvement of Ukrainian intelligence services, following the killing of Lieutenant General Fanil Sarvarov in a car explosion in Moscow on Monday.

Sarvarov,…

Bangladesh: India Suspends Visa Services After Violent Attack Near Chittagong Mission

Chittagong- India has suspended visa services at the Indian Visa Application Centre (IVAC) in Chittagong following a violent incident near the Assistant High Commission of India in the port city, officials said on Sunday. Visa operations will remain…

India Rejects ‘Misleading Propaganda’ Over Protest Outside Bangladesh High Commission in Delhi

New Delhi: India on Sunday strongly criticised what it described as “misleading propaganda” in sections of the Bangladeshi media regarding a protest held outside the Bangladesh High Commission in New Delhi, while reiterating its firm commitment…

Ticker-Mapping Error Likely Behind Sudden Spike in Infosys ADRs: Report

New Delhi: A suspected data-feed anomaly combined with algorithm-driven trading, rather than any company-specific development, is believed to have triggered the sharp surge of nearly 50 per cent in Infosys Ltd’s American Depository Receipts…

Pakistan Court Sentences Imran Khan and Bushra Bibi to 17 Years in Toshakhana Corruption Case

Islamabad: A Pakistani court on Saturday sentenced former Prime Minister and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi to 17 years in prison each in connection with the Toshakhana-2 corruption case, according to local…

Violence Erupts in Bangladesh After Death of Radical Leader Sharif Osman Hadi

Dhaka: Violence broke out in several parts of Bangladesh following the death of Sharif Osman Hadi, spokesperson of the radical group Inqilab Mancha, with multiple media establishments reportedly targeted in arson and vandalism attacks.

Hadi…

US, Russian Negotiators to Meet in Miami Over Peace Deal to End Ukraine Crisis: Report

Washington: US and Russian negotiators are expected to hold talks in Miami, Florida, this weekend to discuss a potential peace deal aimed at ending the Ukraine crisis, which has continued for nearly four years, according to a report by US media outlet…

Indian Coast Guard Seizes Two Bangladeshi Trawlers, Arrests 35 Fishermen

Kolkata: The Indian Coast Guard on Thursday seized two Bangladeshi fishing trawlers and arrested at least 35 Bangladeshi fishermen after they were found illegally operating in Indian waters in the Bay of Bengal, police officials said.

According…

Dutch Foreign Minister Visits India to Strengthen Bilateral Cooperation

New Delhi: The Netherlands’ Foreign Minister, David van Weel, arrived in New Delhi on Thursday on an official visit aimed at further strengthening and expanding India–Netherlands bilateral relations.

Welcoming the visiting dignitary,…

India Summons Bangladesh Envoy Over Worsening Security Situation in Dhaka

New Delhi- The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Wednesday summoned Bangladesh High Commissioner to India, Riaz Hamidullah, to convey New Delhi’s strong concerns over the deteriorating security environment in Bangladesh.

According…