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India Textiles To Get US Benefits Like Bangladesh, Official Says

India's textile exports to the US will receive the same benefits Washington has extended to Bangladesh, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Thursday.

Published on: 12.02.2026 18:26
Tarique Rahman's BNP Leads In Early Trends, Jamaat Faces Setback

The election and referendum in Bangladesh saw over 55% voter turnout despite the Awami League missing from the electoral process. Some Awami League voters may have stayed away from the voting process, a study of the voter turnout suggests.

Published on: 12.02.2026 18:21
Bangladesh Election 2026 LIVE: Early Counting Shows BNP Ahead Of Jamaat In Elections

Bangladesh Election 2026 Voting Live Updates: Bangladeshi is voting today in a crucial national election, the first since the July 2024 uprising that ended former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's 15 years of iron-fisted rule.

Published on: 12.02.2026 17:54
Two US Navy Ships Collide During Refuelling In Carribean, Two Injured

Two US Navy vessels collided during a refuelling operation in the Caribbean on Wednesday, leaving two personnel with minor injuries, according to Col Emmanuel Ortiz, a spokesman for the United States Southern Command.

Published on: 12.02.2026 17:12
Jaahnavi Kandula Case: What Led To Rs 260 Crore Settlement From US

The US city of Seattle has settled a wrongful death lawsuit filed by the family of Jaahnavi Kandula for $29 million(over Rs 260 crore).

Published on: 12.02.2026 15:51
Imran Khan Loses 85% Vision After "Inhuman" Abuse In Pakistani Jail

Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan has suffered a devastating loss of eyesight, severe health deterioration, and prolonged solitary confinement inside Adiala Jail, according to a damning report by a court-appointed lawyer.

Published on: 12.02.2026 14:53
NDTV Ground Report: Why A UK-Based Doctor Returned Home To Contest Elections In Bangladesh

Tasnim Jara, a 31-year-old doctor, is now contesting the parliamentary elections as an independent, driven by what she describes as a desire to build a "genuinely new political culture".

Published on: 12.02.2026 14:08
'Maduro Still Legitimate Head': Venezuela's Acting President Delcy Rodriguez

Venezuela's acting president, Delcy Rodriguez, has publicly defended Nicolas Maduro, insisting he remains the country's rightful leader despite being detained in the United States.

Published on: 12.02.2026 13:18
"Voterless, Illegal": Sheikh Hasina Wants Bangladesh Election Cancelled

Ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has demanded the cancellation of the "voterless, illegal and unconstitutional" election in Bangladesh in her first statement after the polls concluded.

Published on: 12.02.2026 13:07
Update 3- Russia confirms ban on WhatsApp, says it failed to abide by law

Russia has blocked the popular messaging service WhatsApp over its failure to comply with local legislation, the Kremlin said Thursday, urging its 100 million Russian users to switch to a domestic alternative.

Published on: 12.02.2026 11:48
Filipino Food Influencer Dies After Eating Toxic 'Devil Crab' For Social Media Stunt

The toxins in devil crabs are not destroyed by cooking and can cause paralysis and death within hours.

Published on: 12.02.2026 11:39
55 Years After Bangladesh Liberation, Yunus' 'Birth Of New Nation' Remark

Bangladesh Election 2026: Over five decades after Bangladesh rose from the ashes of war in 1971, the country is once again standing at what many believe is a turning point in its history.

Published on: 12.02.2026 11:30
India To Send Air Force Instructors To UK To Train British Fighter Pilots

A major facility of Britain's air force responsible for creating the UK's next generation of world-class fighter pilots will get new trainers from India, a statement said.

Published on: 12.02.2026 11:30
India's Energy Shift, Defence Ties Seen As Win Against China: Top US Official

The US views India's gradual reduction in Russian oil imports and its deepening defence partnership with Washington as a strategic gain that strengthens the balance of power in the Indo-Pacific, a senior US official told lawmakers.

Published on: 12.02.2026 10:25
Opinion: Opinion | Inside India's High-Stakes Push For Buying A Record 114 Rafales

If the power of such a huge purchase does not put New Delhi in the driver's seat to fast-track acquisition of technology, then nothing else will.

Published on: 12.02.2026 09:41
About Exile Act, Republican Bill That Can End H-1B Visa Programme In US

Amid President Donald Trump's anti-immigration push in the United States, a new bill has been introduced in the US Congress seeking to end the H-1B visa program.

Published on: 12.02.2026 09:31
"Her Life Mattered": 3 Years After Indian Student Death, A Response From US

The city of Seattle in the United States has reached a $29 million (roughly over Rs 260 crore) settlement with the family of Jaahnavi Kandula, a 23-year-old graduate Indian student who was killed after being struck by a speeding police car in 2023.

Published on: 12.02.2026 08:56
A Potential Bangladesh-Pakistan-China Axis: Why India Has Its Eye On Dhaka

The February 12 general election in Bangladesh the first since a violent civil uprising in July 2024 forced then-PM Sheikh Hasina to flee will be monitored by India for shifts in regional geopolitics that could affect national security.

Published on: 12.02.2026 08:39
Bangladesh Elections 2026: What Two-Ballot System And Blue Thumb Mark Mean

Bangladesh follows a parliamentary system similar to India. However, this time, each voter is being given two ballot papers.

Published on: 12.02.2026 08:21
How Mexican Cartels Employ Drones As Tools To Smuggle Drugs, Fight Enemies

The temporary closure of airspace over El Paso, Texas, on Wednesday caused unease south of the US-Mexico border and put the spotlight on the use of drones by Mexican cartels.

Published on: 12.02.2026 07:20

News from Arabic Countries

Norwegian police search former PM Jagland’s properties over Epstein ties

Pal Lonseth, chief of the specialised Okokrim economic crimes unit, says Jagland suspected of 'aggravated corruption'.

Published on: 12.02.2026 20:15
Canada’s PM Carney to visit Tumbler Ridge after mass school shooting

Police say 18-year-old Jesse Van Rootselaar killed her mother and stepbrother before carrying out mass shooting in BC.

Published on: 12.02.2026 20:12
US readying another aircraft carrier for Middle East deployment: Trump

Despite nuclear diplomacy with Iran, US president suggests Washington will send more military assets to the region.

Published on: 12.02.2026 20:11
CCTV video captures moment sinkhole swallows road in Shanghai

CCTV video captured the moment a huge sinkhole swallowed part of a busy road in Shanghai, China on Wednesday.

Published on: 12.02.2026 19:31
Unofficial results show BNP ahead in Bangladesh election

Unofficial results in the Bangladesh election suggest that the Bangladesh Nationalist Party is leading.

Published on: 12.02.2026 19:24
Trump calls Israel’s president ‘disgraceful’ for not pardoning Netanyahu

The US president tells reporters that Isaac Herzog should be 'ashamed' for not pardoning Netanyahu's bribery charges.

Published on: 12.02.2026 19:20
FBI video shows Epstein’s butler trying to sell ‘address book of victims’

Recently released video shows the butler of Jeffrey Epstein trying to sell a supposed list of victims and clients.

Published on: 12.02.2026 18:49
Israeli settlers illegally bulldoze Palestinian homes

Palestinian homes have been bulldozed by Israeli settlers in the occupied West Bank.

Published on: 12.02.2026 18:41
Zelenskyy says ‘no rules broken’ after Olympics bans Ukraine racer

Vladyslav Heraskevych prevented from starting his race as his helmet did not comply with the rules, the IOC said.

Published on: 12.02.2026 18:40
Mexican ships arrive in Cuba with humanitarian cargo amid US oil blockade

President Sheinbaum called for dialogue and pledged to send more supplies as soon as the two ships return to Mexico.

Published on: 12.02.2026 18:34
India hammer Namibia in run-up to Pakistan T20 World Cup showdown

Ishan Kishan and Hardik Pandya score half centuries for T20 World Cup holders India in 93-run win against Namibia.

Published on: 12.02.2026 18:14
LIVE: Atletico Madrid vs Barcelona – Copa del Rey, semifinal first leg

Follow the game's build-up, analysis, and live text commentary as Atletico host Barca in Spain's main cup competition.

Published on: 12.02.2026 17:40
Israel charges two over betting on military operations

A civilian and a military reservist were suspected of placing bets on future military operations.

Published on: 12.02.2026 17:38
Corbyn alleges UK ‘complicity’ after Streeting’s admission of Gaza abuses

Jeremy Corbyn asks government minister Wes Streeting why he did not resign despite acknowledging Israeli war crimes.

Published on: 12.02.2026 17:31
Bezalel Smotrich’s long struggle to annex the West Bank for Israel

Born of Israel's settler community, the finance minister has subverted the Palestinian West Bank's few protections.

Published on: 12.02.2026 17:11
US border chief says ending ICE deportation surge in Minnesota

US border security chief Tom Homan says the Minnesota immigration crackdown is coming to an end.

Published on: 12.02.2026 16:58
US border chief says Trump agrees to end deportation surge in Minnesota

US border chief announces the conclusion of a federal operation with 700 immigration agents set to leave Minnesota.

Published on: 12.02.2026 15:24
How Israel used discriminatory laws to strip Palestinians of citizenship

Critics say Israel's move to revoke the citizenship of two Palestinian citizens sets an 'alarming precedent'.

Published on: 12.02.2026 15:13
‘Like Eid’: Bangladeshis hail landmark election, many vote after 17 years

Festive enthusiasm marks the day as millions turn out to vote for parliament and a referendum on constitutional reforms.

Published on: 12.02.2026 14:57
Russia bans WhatsApp, pushes state-backed alternative

Rights campaigners say restrictions on messaging apps are a transparent attempt to ramp up control and surveillance.

Published on: 12.02.2026 14:36
Italy stun Nepal for historic first T20 World Cup win

Tournament debutants Italy claimed their first-ever World Cup victory with a shock upset against Nepal in Mumbai.

Published on: 12.02.2026 14:13
Syrian army takes control of al-Tanf military base as US troops pull out

Syria's Defence Ministry says its forces have taken control of the strategic base amid coordination with the US.

Published on: 12.02.2026 13:26
India vs Pakistan: Why it’s going ahead

India vs Pakistan will finally go ahead at the T20 World Cup. Samantha Johnson looks at the U-turn.

Published on: 12.02.2026 13:21
In Aleppo, art bridges Syria’s war divisions

In Aleppo, Syria, an artists’ collective is bringing Syrians from different religious and political backgrounds together

Published on: 12.02.2026 12:42
Ex-Pakistan PM Imran Khan left with 15% vision in right eye, court told

Pakistan Supreme Court orders medical review after report reveals severe vision loss of jailed former premier.

Published on: 12.02.2026 12:39