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The Bangladesh Army's record-breaking deployment of over 100,000 troops ensured a peaceful 2026 national election, facilitating a 59.44% voter turnout and a historic political transition
Bangladesh invites South Asian diplomats to the historic swearing-in of PM-elect Tarique Rahman and the new Cabinet following a landslide BNP victory and a successful constitutional referendum
Myanmar’s military junta has ordered the expulsion of Timor-Leste’s charge d’affaires after Dili initiated a universal jurisdiction case regarding alleged war crimes and human rights abuses
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
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
Myanmar’s incoming government reaffirms its commitment to the China-Myanmar Economic Corridor and the 'Shared Future' initiative during 2026 Lunar New Year festivities
The UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) has launched the ‘Routes Monitor,’ a groundbreaking global data platform offering real-time insights into refugee and migrant movements
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
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.
Chief Adviser Dr Muhammad Yunus cast his vote at Gulshan Model High School, calling Bangladesh’s 13th National Election the “birthday of new Bangladesh”
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
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
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
EU Chief Observer Ivars Ijabs describes Bangladesh’s 2026 electoral environment as positive, emphasizing inclusivity and democratic accountability ahead of the Feb 12 vote
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
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
12-year-old Huzaifa Sultana Afnan has died after a month-long battle following a stray bullet injury from the Myanmar border
Thailand’s Bhumjaithai Party, led by Anutin Charnvirakul, has secured a clear victory in the 2026 snap election
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
The International Olympic Committee confirms a shift toward a unified policy for transgender athletes, prioritizing competitive fairness in the female category
