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20 Bangladeshi Youths Repatriated from Myanmar
According to a press release from Bangladesh's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the individuals were detained by Myanmar authorities after being trafficked toward Malaysia by unscrupulous agents.
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Hills Come Alive with Baisabi: A Vibrant Celebration of Culture and Communal Harmony
The term “Baisabi” is a symbolic blend of three traditional festivals: Bijhu (Chakma), Sangrai (Marma), and Baisu (Tripura).
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Bangladesh Navy Delivers Massive Relief Cargo to Yangon Earthquake Victims
The vessel carried over 120 metric tons of essential relief items, including 75.5 metric tons of dry food, hygiene kits, safe drinking water, tents, and various emergency supplies.
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Over 200,000 Join ‘March for Gaza’ in Dhaka, 4-Point Demand Declared for Global and National Action
The declaration, addressed separately to the United Nations, the international community, Muslim nations and organizations like the OIC, and the government of Bangladesh, called for urgent steps to halt what was described as genocide in Gaza and to ensure justice through international legal channels.
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Over 5,000 Child Rights Violations in Myanmar Since Coup, UN Chief Reports
One of the most shocking findings is a nearly 3,000% rise in child abductions, many of whom were coerced into military training.
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India's Transshipment Withdrawal May Backfire, Warn Experts
Initially seen as a potential obstacle for Bangladesh’s regional trade, analysts now suggest that the long-term repercussions may hit India harder, resulting in lost revenue and damaged regional goodwill.
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Myanmar Military Launched Over 120 Attacks After Quake, Violating Ceasefire: UN
According to the UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR), more than half of the military strikes occurred after April 2 — the date when warring sides had agreed to a temporary truce to allow humanitarian relief in disaster-hit regions.
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Rohingya Repatriation Becomes Urgent for Residents of Teknaf and Cox’s Bazar
According to a joint report by UNDP and UN Women, around 5,000 hectares of forest in Ukhiya and Teknaf have been lost since 2017. This destruction has caused soil erosion, increased landslide risks, and pushed wildlife out of their natural habitats.
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Myanmar Earthquake Deepens Crisis as Junta Blocks Aid and Attacks Opposition
Rather than focusing on relief efforts, the junta has reportedly escalated attacks on resistance-held areas, using the disaster as cover to bomb opposition strongholds and obstruct humanitarian assistance.
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Indonesia ready to host 1,000 Palestinians injured due to Israel war on Gaza
President Prabowo's tour includes visits to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Egypt, Qatar, and Jordan, with a stop in Türkiye also on the agenda. The trip aims to engage regional leaders in efforts to ease the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
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Drug-Resistant ‘Superbug’ Detected in Malaysian Hospital Sparks Global Health Concerns
Researchers analyzing data from a decade-long surveillance program at the main tertiary hospital in Terengganu found that the vast majority of infections were caused by Global Clone 2 (GC2) — the most clinically significant and globally prevalent strain of A. baumannii.
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Authoritarian Regimes Under Fire for Mishandling Earthquake Disasters in Tibet and Myanmar
In January, a 7.1-magnitude earthquake struck western Tibet, causing widespread destruction and the deaths of scores of people. Just two weeks later, Myanmar was rocked by a 7.7-magnitude quake, leaving a similar trail of devastation.
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27% Surge in Severe Acute Malnutrition Among Rohingya Children
Multiple factors are driving the crisis, including prolonged monsoon rains in 2024 that worsened sanitation and sparked outbreaks of diarrhea, cholera, and dengue.
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11 Fishermen, 2 Boats Abducted by Arakan Army in Bay of Bengal—28 Still Held in Ongoing Crisis
Abdul Mannan, a Union Parishad member from Shah Porir Island in Teknaf, confirmed hearing of the abduction but said the precise location from which the boats were taken remains unclear.
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Myanmar to start reviewing names of 5,50,000 Rohingyas soon: Special Envoy
Speaking at a press briefing at the Foreign Service Academy in Dhaka, Dr. Khalilur Rahman shared updates following his recent bilateral discussions with U Than Shew, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Myanmar, held on the sidelines of the sixth BIMSTEC Summit in Bangkok.
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From Tragedy to Tyranny: Myanmar Junta Uses Earthquake to Tighten Its Grip
Despite the epicenter of destruction being in regions like Mandalay, Sagaing, and Kachin—many of which are strongholds of anti-junta sentiment—the majority of aid is being redirected to Naypyidaw, the capital city that suffered relatively minor damage.
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Rohingya Refugees Turn to Armed Resistance for Reclaim Homeland: The Independent
According to a report by The Independent, young men like 25-year-old Mohammad Ayas, who fled Myanmar during the brutal military crackdown in 2017, are now undergoing military training in the jungles of Myanmar.
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Bangladesh has significant investment potential : Business Experts
Tanveer Ali, chairman of Constellation Asset Management Company Ltd, delivered the keynote speech, stressing Bangladesh’s growing appeal to investors. He pointed to the country's youthful workforce, strategic geographic location, and increasing digital connectivity as key strengths.
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Double Disaster in Myanmar: Earthquake Aftermath Worsens as Storms Lash Quake-Hit Regions
Late Sunday (April 6), residents in the most severely affected regions, including Mandalay and the capital Naypyitaw, braced for more extreme weather after a night of strong winds and torrential rain.
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Tensions Tighten Around Chicken’s Neck: India’s Strategic Corridor Faces New China-Bangladesh Challenge
Once a vulnerable chokepoint, the corridor is now transforming into what defence officials call India's "strongest defence line", following a series of high-level military deployments, advanced weapons systems, and intensified operational drills aimed at securing the region from emerging geopolitical threats.