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Russia launches ardent strikes in Ukraine day before Zelenskyy-Trump meeting over peace deal

Explosions boomed across Kyiv as the attack began in the early morning and continued for hours, with Moscow launching waves of ballistic missiles and drones. Kyiv: Russia on Saturday launched ardent strikes in Ukraine's capital, killing at least one person and wounding 27. This came a day before high-level talks between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy with his US counterpart Donald Trump to broker peace. Explosions boomed across Kyiv as the attack began in the early morning and continued for hours, with Moscow launching waves of ballistic missiles and drones. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is set to hold talks with US…

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Tarique Rahman calls for ‘united, inclusive’ Bangladesh: ‘A country where every community feels valued’

In an X post he shared on Saturday night, Tarique Rahman also thanked everyone for the warm welcome he received and said words cannot express the 'respect and love' he and his family was given upon their arrival. Dhaka: Tarique Rahman, acting chairperson of Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and son of former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia, has called for a 'united and inclusive' Bangladesh that moves forward together. Rahman, who returned to the country after 17 years on December 25, said he wants a Bangladesh where every community feels 'secure and valued' and children can grow with hope.  In an…

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Passenger bus crashes into Ravine in Guatemala, 15 killed, 19 injured

The incident took place between kilometers 172 and 174, where the passenger bus plunged into a deep gorge. Local fire department spokesperson Leandro Amado confirmed that the victims included 11 men, three women, and one minor. New Delhi: A tragic bus accident on the Inter-American Highway in western Guatemala has left at least 15 people dead and 19 others injured, according to local authorities. The crash occurred in the Solola Department, a region known for its hazardous road conditions and frequent fog, making visibility poor for drivers. The incident took place between kilometers 172 and 174, where the passenger…

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Earthquake of 7.0 magnitude strikes Taiwan

Earthquake of 7.0 magnitude on the Richter scale rocked Taiwan on Saturday, according to the country's Central Weather Bureau. The tremor hit the northeastern coastal city of Yilan at 11:05 PM local time New Delhi: A powerful earthquake of 7.0 magnitude on the Richter scale rocked Taiwan on Saturday, according to the country's Central Weather Bureau. The tremor hit the northeastern coastal city of Yilan at 11:05 PM local time, with the epicenter located 32.3 km east of Yilan County Hall. The earthquake’s epicenter was situated at coordinates 24.69°N, 122.08°E, with a depth of 72.8 km (45 miles). The shaking…

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Man attempts suicide at Grand Mosque in Mecca, security guard’s prompt action foils bid | VIDEO

Saudi security forces prevented a man from taking his life by jumping from an upper floor of Masjid al Haram. One officer was injured while stopping the fall, and both individuals received immediate medical care. Mecca: A tense moment unfolded at Masjid al Haram in Makkah when a man attempted to jump from the upper floors of the Grand Mosque. As per details, a prompt action by Saudi security personnel prevented what could have been a fatal incident. Videos circulating on social media show the man edging towards the boundary of the elevated level before officers rushed in and restrained…

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Pakistan’s talent exodus exposes Asim Munir’s ‘brain gain’ claim as hollow

The issue gained more attention after Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir earlier described overseas migration as a “brain gain” rather than a brain drain. New Delhi: Pakistan is facing one of the worst talent crises in its history as thousands of educated and skilled professionals leave the country in search of a better future. A recent government report shows that in the last two years, Pakistan has lost around 5,000 doctors, 11,000 engineers and 13,000 accountants. This mass exit comes at a time when the country is already struggling with deep economic problems and political uncertainty. Pakistan’s grim reality…

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Pakistan: Nine children injured as drone strike hits madrasa during classes in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

A drone strike on a madrasa in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province injured nine children, including three girls. The attack triggered widespread protests led by local clerics, demanding accountability. Police have launched an investigation but no group has claimed responsibility yet. Islamabad: A drone strike on a madrasa in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province left nine children injured, officials said on Friday. As per reports, the incident took place at a religious seminary located in Shadikhel village of Tank district, where the drone targeted the premises at a time when children were in their classrooms. Among the injured were three girls and…

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Six people killed, more than 20 injured as massive blast hits mosque after Friday prayers in Syria’s Homs

The Syria’s interior ministry in a statement said that a terrorist explosion targeted the Ali Bin Abi Talib Mosque during Friday prayers in Al-Khadri Street in the Wadi al-Dahab neighbourhood of Homs and confirmed that six people were killed and 21 others wounded. Damascus: At least six people killed and more than 21 injured as massive blast rocked a mosque after Friday prayers in Syria’s Homs town. The deadly explosion has hit the mosque in a predominantly Alawite area, officials said. The Syria’s interior ministry in a statement said that a terrorist explosion targeted the Ali Bin Abi Talib…

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False blasphemy charges are fuelling attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh, human rights report reveals

False blasphemy allegations are increasingly being used to target Hindu minorities in Bangladesh, leading to mob violence, killings and property seizures. Human rights groups say such attacks have risen sharply in recent months, particularly after political changes in the country. New Delhi: Attacks on the minority Hindu community in Bangladesh, based on false allegations of blasphemy, have been rising steadily. The brutal killing of Dipu Chandra Das has once again brought the issue into sharp focus. The Human Rights Congress for Bangladesh Minorities has expressed serious concern in its latest report, warning that baseless blasphemy accusations are increasingly being used…

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Zelenskyy to meet Trump in Florida to discuss Ukraine security guarantees as push for peace intensifies

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy will meet Donald Trump in Florida this weekend to push forward a nearly completed peace framework as the Russia-Ukraine conflict enters a critical phase. While diplomatic efforts continue, both sides remain firm on territorial demands. Kyiv: Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed on Friday that he will meet United States President Donald Trump in Florida this weekend, marking a key moment in the ongoing diplomatic push to find a pathway to end the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Speaking to reporters, Zelenskyy said the discussion on a proposed 20-point peace framework is "about 90 per cent ready" and will be central…

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