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The Bharat Scouts and Guides organized an Induction Programme on 28th May 2025 at 3:00 PM at the National Headquarters, New Delhi with a 24 member delegation of Bhutan Scout Association, who are currently in India as part of their Educational Programme. The team visited the Bharat Scouts and Guides accompanied by Lieutenant Yashodhara Raj, Associate Professor, Associate NCC Officer, and Assistant Director, Industry Integration & Knowledge Exchange Cell at Sharda University, who is mentoring the Bhutanese participants in their…

Dhaka: Political tensions in Bangladesh are escalating as the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) continues to press for the restoration of democracy through immediate national elections. Speaking at the 30th foundation anniversary of the Dhaka Reporters Unity (DRU) on Monday, senior BNP leader Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury warned that the current crisis under the interim government led by Mohammad Yunus would deepen if elections were not scheduled soon. Chowdhury called on citizens and institutions across the country to unite in demanding…

Dhaka: The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has raised strong concerns over the current political turmoil in Bangladesh, warning that the crisis could worsen if the interim government fails to announce a clear roadmap for holding national elections soon. The warning came from senior BNP leader Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury during the 30th foundation anniversary of the Dhaka Reporters Unity (DRU) on Monday. Chowdhury urged all sections of society, including the media, to unite and work together to restore democracy in…

Dhaka : Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus is not stepping down, confirmed Planning Advisor Wahiduddin Mahmud after a closed-door meeting of the Advisory Council at the National Economic Council. The confirmation comes amid rising tensions within the interim government and growing pressure from political parties. Mahmud said Yunus acknowledged the serious challenges faced by the government but made it clear that he remains committed to overcoming them. “He is staying on,” Mahmud told the Daily Star. He also denied speculation of…

Dhaka : Bangladesh’s interim government head, Muhammad Yunus, is reportedly considering stepping down from his role due to growing political tensions and the failure of parties to reach a consensus on reforms, according to a report by BBC Bangla Service. Nhid Islam, head of the student-led National Citizen Party, stated that Yunus is uncertain whether he can continue in his role, given the ongoing political impasse and rising pressure from opposition movements. “Sir said, ‘I was brought here after a…

Dhaka : Amid rising political tensions in Bangladesh, the newly-formed National Citizen Party (NCP) has urged the interim government led by Muhammad Yunus to announce a clear roadmap for upcoming national elections. The demand was made during a press conference in Dhaka on Saturday, where NCP Convenor Nahid Islam emphasized the need for immediate reforms and justice. “A clear roadmap on justice, reforms, and elections is essential,” Nahid said. “That way, the uncertainties and confusion in the minds of the…

New Delhi – Bangladesh is once again witnessing signs of political unrest and a potential military coup, as tensions escalate between the country’s interim government and the military leadership. The Army Chief, General Waqar Us Zaman, has openly declared the interim government led by Mohammad Yunus as illegal, further deepening the political crisis. Mohammad Yunus, who heads the interim government as Chief Advisor, has reportedly expressed his intention to resign amid growing pressure from the military and widespread protests. Violent…

Dhaka : In a move signaling improving ties between Bangladesh and Pakistan, the Civil Aviation Authority of Bangladesh (CAAB) has approved a second Pakistani private airline, Air Sial, to operate direct flights between Dhaka and Karachi. CAAB Chairman Monjur Kabir Bhuiyan confirmed to local media that a formal order would be issued later on Tuesday. Following this, the Ministry of Civil Aviation will appoint a General Sales Agent (GSA) and begin processing flight slot applications. Once operational, Air Sial will…

Dhaka – The Bangladesh government on Monday officially banned all activities of the Awami League and its affiliated organisations under a newly revised anti-terrorism law. A gazette notification issued by the Home Ministry stated that the ban would remain in effect until the International Crimes Tribunal of Bangladesh (ICT-BD) completes the trials of Awami League leaders and activists. “The Home Ministry today issued the gazette notification banning all activities of the Awami League, its front, associate, and brotherly organisations,” said…

In a strong show of friendship and regional cooperation, India has gifted 15 electric vehicles to Nepal to assist with the organisation of the first-ever “Sagarmatha Dialogue,” scheduled to take place in Kathmandu from May 16–18, 2025. The event will focus on the theme “Climate Change, Mountains and the Future of Humanity.” Indian Ambassador to Nepal, Naveen Srivastava, handed over the EVs to Nepal’s Foreign Minister Arzoo Rana Deuba during a formal ceremony in Kathmandu. The Indian Embassy noted that…