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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
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EU seeks free, fair, peaceful elections in Bangladesh: Observer Chief
The European Union Election Observation Mission (EU-EOM) has expressed hope for a free, fair, and peaceful national election in Bangladesh on February 12, reaffirming its commitment to neutrality, transparency, and democratic values
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Bangladesh Signs Its First-Ever Economic Partnership Agreement with Japan
Bangladesh and Japan have signed their first-ever Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA), granting duty-free access for Bangladeshi exports including RMG and 7,379 other products
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Thailand Voters Reject Cash Politics, Seek Sustainable Change Ahead of February 8 Election
As Thailand heads to the polls on February 8, voters across rural heartlands are rejecting traditional cash-for-vote tactics and calling for sustainable, transparent governance. The election also features a constitutional referendum and rising nationalist rhetoric
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Harrowing Witness Accounts of Rohingya Survivors At ICJ
In a rare move for the ICJ, Rohingya survivors shared firsthand accounts of military atrocities in Myanmar, including the killing of children and gang rape, as the genocide case filed by The Gambia moves toward a verdict
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Overseas Voting Gains Momentum as 3.79 Lakh Postal Ballots Reach Bangladesh
Over 379,924 postal ballots from expatriates have reached Bangladesh for the 13th JS election
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Xi Jinping’s Dual Calls with Trump and Putin Signal China’s Balancing Act on Ukraine War and Nuclear Tensions
Within hours, President Xi Jinping held high-stakes calls with Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin
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Myanmar Junta-backed USDP Wins Over 72% of Seats in Junta’s Election: UEC
Myanmar’s military-backed USDP wins 739 out of 1,025 seats in the 2026 general election, Global observers and the UN reject the results as "neither free nor fair.
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Myanmar Junta Turns to Pakistan Amid Rohingya Genocide Case
Myanmar’s military government initiates a rare high-level visit to Pakistan to temper OIC criticism and navigate the ongoing ICJ genocide case
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Bangladesh Approves UNICEF Programme to Educate Rohingya Children
The Bangladesh government approves a major UNICEF-led education project for Rohingya children in Cox’s Bazar, Bhasan Char, and Bandarban, funded by a World Bank grant
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Sri Lanka Marks 78th Independence Day with Call for National Rebuilding
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake leads the "Rebuilding Sri Lanka" ceremony with a focus on unity and recovery
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5.9 magnitude quake hits Myanmar coast, tremors felt in Bangladesh
A 5.9 magnitude earthquake off the coast of Myanmar sent tremors through Bangladesh on Tuesday night
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Trump Cuts India Tariffs to 18% as Modi Agrees to Halt Russian Oil Imports
Trump Lowers Tariffs on Indian Goods to 18% After Modi Ends Russian Oil Purchases
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Bangladesh Faces Five Major Post-Election Challenges: Crisis Group
The report underscores that balancing foreign policy amid intensifying U.S.-China rivalry, managing relations with India, and addressing the uncertain future of over one million Rohingya refugees currently residing along the Myanmar border have made the situation increasingly complex
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Russia’s Security Chief Sergey Shoygu Arrives in Myanmar for High-Level Security Talks
Russia’s Security Chief Sergey Shoygu Visits Myanmar for Strategic Talks with Top Leadership
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World Wetlands Day 2026: Protecting Nature’s Lifelines in a Changing Climate
Discover why wetlands are vital for climate resilience on World Wetlands Day 2026