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Trump deletes racist video on Obamas after row, but refuses to apologise

The nearly one-minute video showed Obamas as monkeys for around a second. It was deleted later by the White House following a controversy. Washington: US President Donald Trump on Saturday deleted a racist video of former President Barack and his wife Michelle Obama, depicting them as monkeys, following a massive outrage. Although he deleted the post, the Republican leader refused to apologise and said he had only seen the first part of the video, which he claimed was all about debunking 'false claims' about the 2020 US presidential elections.  "I guess during the end of it, there was some kind…

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Bangladesh Election: How different political outcomes could reshape New Delhi-Dhaka ties

Relations between India and Bangladesh have worsened over the past year under interim leader Muhammad Yunus, who has occasionally expressed closeness to Pakistan and China. Issues such as border security, trade and regional stability are closely linked to Bangladesh’s domestic political landscape. Dhaka: Bangladesh is set to hold a general election on February 12 to elect members of the Jatiya Sangsad (National Parliament). This will be the first national vote since the long-standing government of Sheikh Hasina was ousted in 2024 amid widespread protests. The interim government, led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus, assumed power in August 2024 after a…

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Trump imposes more sanctions on Iran despite ‘very good’ talks in Oman | 10 Points

US President Donald Trump has said that his country is in "no rush" to conduct a military operation in Iran. He said this while speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One. Washington: The United States (US) and Iran held 'very good' talks with each other in Oman to defuse tensions between them, said President Donald Trump on Saturday, even though his administration imposed new sanctions to curb oil exports by Tehran. Though the 79-year-old Republican leader said the two sides will hold further talks next week, he warned of "consequences" if there is no consensus on a nuclear deal. Speaking…

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US lifts additional 25% tariff on India after New Delhi ‘commits’ to stop buying Russian oil

In August last year, the US imposed 25 per cent reciprocal tariffs on goods from India. Besides, India attracted an additional 25 per cent levy over its purchase of Russian crude oil. Washington: The United States on Saturday announced that an additional 25 per cent tariff imposed by America on Indian goods for buying Russian oil has been removed following a trade deal between the two nations. This came after Washington said New Delhi has committed to stop directly or indirectly importing the oil from Russia. According to a White House executive order, India has also committed to a 10-year…

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06

Feb

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50 injured in clash with Bangladesh Police during protests near Muhammad Yunus’ residence

At least 50 activists of the ultra-right group Inqilab Mancha were injured after clashes with police in Dhaka when they defied a ban on protests near interim government chief Muhammad Yunus’ residence. The protesters were demanding justice for the killing of Osman Hadi. Dhaka: At least 50 activists of the ultra right group Inqilab Mancha were injured on Friday during clashes with police in Bangladesh after attempting to defy a ban on protests near the official residence of interim government chief Muhammad Yunus in Dhaka. The group was demanding immediate justice for the killing of its leader Sharif Osman Hadi…

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06

Feb

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‘Stain on our history’: Trump under fire after sharing video portraying Barack, Michelle Obama as monkeys

US President Donald Trump drew sharp criticism after sharing a video on his social media platform that depicted former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama as apes and repeated false claims about the 2020 election. Washington: US President Donald Trump is facing widespread backlash after posting a video on social media that depicted former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama as apes. The one minute video, shared on Trump’s Truth Social platform on Thursday, repeated false claims that ballot counting firm Dominion Voting Systems helped steal the 2020 election from him. Towards the end…

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Islamabad blast: Over 70 killed in suicide bombing at Shia shrine in Pakistan’s capital

Suicide bombing in Pakistan's Islamabad: The blast, which happened at Tarlai Imambargah, left more than 70 people dead. A rescue operation is underway now. Islamabad: A massive explosion on Friday rocked Pakistan’s Islamabad, following which a state of emergency was declared in the city, said the police, adding that the incident claimed over 70 lives and left more than 250 people injured. The blast, suspected to be a suicide bombing, occurred at Tarlai Imambargah in the Shehzad Town area of Islamabad. The explosion happened at a Shia shrine after Friday prayers, killing at least 70 people. The injured have been shifted…

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Feb

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Islamabad blast: Where is Shehzad town? The Pakistan locality where suicide bombing killed over 25

Islamabd blast: At least 25 people have been killed in a suicide bombing at a Shia place of prayer in Islamabad's Shahzad town on Friday. Islamabad: At least 25 people were killed after a powerful explosion ripped through a mosque during Friday prayers in Imambargah locality of Shahzad town in Pakistan's Islamabad on Thursday. The explosion reported to have been carried out by a suicide bomber, also left more than 80 people injured in the Pakistani capital. Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif condemned the incident while police and emergency responders continued to carry out search and rescue operations at the…

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Islamabad suicide blast LIVE: Emergency declared as 25 dead after Friday prayers at Tarlai Imambargh

Islamabad suicide blast LIVE: Emergency services were quickly mobilised, with an emergency imposed at major medical facilities in the capital, including Polyclinic, Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences and CDA Hospital, to manage a potential influx of casualties. Islamabad: A deadly blast occurred after Friday prayers at the Imambargah in Tarlai, Shehzad Town, within Pakistan’s capital, Islamabad. Local media and early reports indicate multiple casualties, with initial figures suggesting several deaths and a large number of injuries. Eyewitness accounts describe people fleeing in panic as rescue and security efforts intensified. Police and Rescue 1122 teams arrived promptly at the scene and…

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13 killed, over 30 injured after bus plunges into gorge in Nepal’s Baitadi near Uttarakhand’s Pithoragarh

A passenger bus in Nepal's Baitadi district plunged 200 metres into a gorge. killing 13 people and injuring 34 others. The accident occurred near the Pithoragarh border which prompted immediate rescue operations. Kathmandu: In a tragic incident, at least 13 people were killed and 34 others sustained injuries after a major road accident on Thursday night in Nepal's Baitadi district, which shares its border with Uttarakhand's Pithoragarh. The incident occurred when a bus carrying several passengers lost control and plunged nearly 200 metres into a deep gorge. Local authorities and rescue teams reached the spot immediately and initiated relief operations through…

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