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Obama says aliens likely exist but dismisses claims of secret US cover-up

New Delhi: Former US President Barack Obama has once again sparked discussion about aliens and unidentified flying objects after saying that extraterrestrials are “real” but not in the way conspiracy theories suggest. The comments came during a recent podcast interview with YouTuber Brian Tyler Cohen. When asked directly whether aliens exist, Obama replied, “They’re real, but I haven’t seen them.” His statement quickly drew attention online, with many debating what he meant. No secret Aliens at Area 51, Obama says While speaking in the interview, Obama strongly rejected the long-standing claim that the US government is hiding alien bodies or…

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Iran says ready for compromise ahead of nuclear talks with US on Tuesday

New Delhi: The United States and Iran are expected to hold the next round of talks on their long-running nuclear dispute on Tuesday in Geneva, Switzerland, according to reports. The meeting is seen as an important step as both sides try to find a way forward after months of tension. US special envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are likely to attend the discussions.  Trump pushes for a deal US President Donald Trump has stressed the need for a deal with Iran. Speaking to reporters, Trump said failure to reach an agreement could be “traumatic” for Iran. He also described…

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Trump says Board of Peace members have pledged USD 5 billion for Gaza reconstruction

Washington: US President Donald Trump said on Thursday that the members of the Board of Peace have pledged USD 5 billion for reconstruction of Gaza and humanitarian efforts there. The 79-year-old American president said that the Board of Peace will prove to be the most consequential international body in the history, adding that he was honour to serve as its chairperson.  In a post on Truth Social, Trump said the Board of Peace, which was released by him in October last year to end the conflict in Gaza and has been unanimously adopted by the United Nations Security Council (UNSC),…

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15

Feb

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Pakistan Army chief Asim Munir faces protocol snub at Munich Security Conference | WATCH

New Delhi: Pakistan’s Army Chief, Asim Munir, reportedly faced an awkward moment during his visit to Germany for the Munich Security Conference (MSC), after being stopped by security personnel and asked to present identification like any other attendee. The incident, which has since gone viral on social media, has sparked debate over the general’s international recognition and Pakistan’s global standing. Stopped at the gate According to accounts circulating online, Field Marshal Munir was halted by security officials at the conference venue and asked to show his identification credentials. A female security officer was heard instructing him to stop and present…

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15

Feb

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Indian student Saketh Sreenivasaiah confirmed dead after going missing in US

New Delhi: Local authorities in the United States have confirmed the recovery of the body of missing Indian student Saketh Sreenivasaiah. The confirmation was shared by the Consulate General of India, San Francisco.  “The Consulate deeply regrets to inform that local police have confirmed the recovery of the body of the missing Indian student, Saketh Sreenivasaiah. We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones during this profoundly difficult time,” the statement said. The Consulate added that it is coordinating closely with local authorities and will assist the family with all necessary formalities, including the repatriation of the…

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Feb

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Bangladesh invites PM Modi for Tarique Rahman’s swearing-in ceremony: Will the Prime Minister attend?

New Delhi: Bangladesh has extended an invitation to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and several other regional leaders to attend the swearing-in ceremony of the country's next prime minister, Tarique Rahman, scheduled for February 17, people familiar with the matter said on Saturday. It is learnt that Dhaka has already communicated its plan to New Delhi. However, there has been no official confirmation so far. Rahman's party, the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), has indicated that leaders from several countries in the region are likely to be invited to the ceremony. According to the BNP, Rahman will be sworn in as the new…

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14

Feb

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Bangladesh’s people come first: Tarique Rahman’s one-line reply on India-Bangladesh ties

New Delhi: In his first press conference after the Bangladesh Nationalist Party’s (BNP) win, Tarique Rahman delivered a clear and concise message on Bangladesh’s foreign policy priorities, placing national interest above all else. Responding to a question about the future of relations between India and Bangladesh, Rahman said, “For us, Bangladesh and the people of Bangladesh come first. Whatever is best for Bangladesh and its people will determine our foreign policy.” When asked how he would balance relations among India, Pakistan, and China, Rahman appeared cautious. He declined to elaborate, stating that the question had already been answered in his previous remarks.…

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Feb

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‘Look forward to engaging with India’: Tarique Rahman’s BNP to PM Modi after Bangladesh election win

Dhaka: Tarique Rahman's Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) on Saturday thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for congratulations on the party's landslide victory in Bangladesh’s parliamentary elections, saying it looks forward to constructive engagement with India to further strengthen bilateral relations. In a post on social media platform X, the party conveyed its appreciation for the Indian Prime Minister’s message and underscored the importance of the mandate it received in the national polls. "Thank you very much, Honourable Narendra Modi. We greatly appreciate your kind acknowledgement of Mr Tarique Rahman’s leadership in securing the BNP’s decisive win in the national elections," BNP…

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Feb

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1 killed, 10 injured in post-poll violence in Bangladesh’s Munshiganj; security heightened

Dhaka: Violence broke out in Bangladesh's Munshiganj town on Friday, claiming at least one life and also injuring 10 other persons, said officials on Saturday. The development comes a day after the results for the parliamentary elections were declared in the country, which were swept by Tarique Rahman-led Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP).  Following the violence, a protest was organised by students at the Dhaka University, demanding justice for the victim. Videos have also gone viral, in which the students could be seen raising slogans and asking who is responsible for the death in Munshiganj. "Direct action is needed against the…

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22-year-old Indian student from Karnataka goes missing in US; search on

California: An Indian student from Karnataka has gone missing in California of the United States of America (USA), said Consulate General of India in San Francisco on Saturday, expressing concerns over his disappearance. The student has been identified as 22-year-old Saketh Sreenivasaiah, who was pursuing his master's degree from University of California, Berkeley. "Consulate General of India in San Francisco is deeply concerned about the disappearance of Saketh Sreenivasaiah, an Indian post-graduate student of UC Berkeley, hailing from the State of Karnataka," the Indian Consulate General said, adding that it is in touch with his family and the concerned local…

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