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Donald Trump confirms sending 2nd aircraft carrier to Mideast: Regime change ‘best thing that could happen to Iran’

Washington: President Donald Trump on Friday (local time) confirmed that the United States (US) would be sending a second aircraft carrier to the Middle East, as tensions remain high with Iran amid continued negotiations over its nuclear programme. The 79-year-old American president's remarks confirm that the US is mulling a potential military action against Iran. The US had stationed USS Abraham Lincoln, a fifth Nimitz-class aircraft carrier, in the Mideast nearly two weeks ago, and according to a report by The New York Times (NYT), it would soon deploy USS Gerald R Ford. The Ford, world's largest aircraft carrier, will…

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‘Jeffrey Epstein died by strangulation, not hanging’: Autopsy doctor makes big claim

New Delhi: Jeffrey Epstein, the convicted sex offender and financier, died due to strangulation and not hanging in his cell in a New York Jail in 2019, the doctor who observed his post mortem has claimed, once again fueling questions and theories about the cause of death whether there is any foulplay. Dr Michael Baden, the forensic pathologist who observed Epstein’s post mortem on behalf of his family, has renewed his doubts about the official conclusion. In an interview with The Telegraph, Baden said he believes Epstein most likely died from strangulation rather than hanging. "My opinion is that his death…

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Nikhil Gupta pleads guilty in US court in plot to murder Khalistani activist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun

New York: Indian national Nikhil Gupta on Friday pleaded guilty in a Manhattan federal court in the United States (US) for his role in plotting the assassination of Khalistan separatist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun. 54-year-old Gupta, a dual American and Canadian citizen, has been lodged at the Brooklyn jail since June 2024 after he got extradited to the US from Czech Republic. Gupta pleaded guilty before US Magistrate Judge Sarah Netburn. His sentencing will be announced by US District Judge Victor Marrero on May 29. "Our message to nefarious foreign actors should be clear: steer clear of the United States and…

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Feb

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Tarique Rahman’s epic triumph: BNP landslide victory in parliamentary election redefines Bangladesh’s future

Dhaka: Tarique Rahman, after 17 years in London exile, has emerged as Bangladesh's pivotal new leader, steering his Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) to a commanding 209 seats out of 297 in the 13th parliamentary elections- marking a stunning return to power after two decades. This decisive win, amid a 59.44 per cent voter turnout, sidelined Sheikh Hasina's Awami League (barred from contesting) and elevated right-wing Jamaat-e-Islami to 68 seats, signalling a sharp pivot from Hasina's 15-year authoritarian rule that crumbled in August 2024 student protests. Tarique Rahman's soft-spoken campaign of reconciliation propelled BNP's resurgence, positioning him as the likely next…

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Bangladesh Election: Why Jamaat’s win in Indo-Bangladesh border areas raises security concerns – Explained

Dhaka: The Indian leaderships welcomed Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP)'s landslide victory with PM Narendra Modi congratulated BNP chief Tarique Rahman saying, "India will continue to stand in support of a democratic, progressive and inclusive Bangladesh." But at the same time, India is a bit concern with the Jamaat-e-Islami's victory in border areas neighbouring country's eastern and north eastern states of West Bengal, Meghalaya.  The Jamaat-e-Islami, which has a long history of anti-India activities won in the border areas of Satkhira-1, Satkhira-2, Satkhira-3 and Satkhira-4, Sherpur-1, Naogaon-2, Joypurhat-1, Rangpur constituencies (1, 2, 3, 5 and 6), Gaibandha-1. Jamaat-e-Islami and its allies…

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Bangladesh Election 2026: PM Modi dials Tarique Rahman, conveys support to fulfill aspirations of Bangladeshis

New Delhi: PM Narendra Modi has congratulated BNP Chief Tarique Rahman over a phone call today, February 13. In a post on X, PM Modi said, "Delighted to speak with Mr. Tarique Rahman. I congratulated him on the remarkable victory in the Bangladesh elections. I conveyed my best wishes and support in his endeavour to fulfil the aspirations of the people of Bangladesh. As two close neighbours with deep-rooted historical and cultural ties, I reaffirmed India’s continued commitment to the peace, progress, and prosperity of both our peoples." Bangladesh Election Results 2026 LIVE     "I convey my warm congratulations to Mr.…

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Bangladesh Election: BNP nears two-thirds majority with 207 seats, set to form next government

Dhaka: The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) is on course to form the next government after early results indicated a strong performance in the Bangladesh’s general election. Counting is still under way, but projections showed the party crossing the halfway mark in the 300-member parliament. As per the latest trends, BNP has won 207 seats while 11-party coalition, Jamaat-e-Islami, registered victory on 46 seats. The National Citizen Party amassed 6 seats while 5 seats went to independent candidates and others.   However, the Election Commission (EC) has not yet released the final figures. An EC spokesperson, cited by PTI, stated that vote…

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Bangladesh Election 2026: ‘Anti-India’ face Sarjis Alam loses to BNP candidate

Dhaka: 'Anti-India' face Sarjis Alam who once gave threat to Prime Minister Narendra Modi has conceded defeat in the Bangladesh Election 2026. The student leader who rose to prominence during the anti-Hasina movement lost to BNP candidate Muhammad Naushad Jamir in Pachagarh-1 constituency. Sarjis got 1,66,126 votes while BNP candidate Muhammad Naushad Jamir bagged 1,74,403 votes.  What makes Sarjis Alam an 'Anti-India' face  Sarjis Alam became an 'Anti-India' face as he was heard threatening PM Narendra Modi in a December 2024 speech saying, "I want to let Mr Modi know that is not Gujarat. This is Bangladesh." “Aggressive communalism does…

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Bangladesh Elections: Hindu candidate Gayeshwar Chandra Roy defeats Jamaat candidate in Dhaka; know who he is

Dhaka: Tarique Rahman's Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) is sailing to a huge victory in Bangladesh, BNP has won over 200 seats and is set to form government with Tarique Rahman is set to be the next prime minister.  BNP's Hindu candidate Gayeshwar Chandra Roy has won from Dhaka-3 by defeating Jamaat-e-Islami candidate Md Shahinur Islam. BNP's Hindu candidate Gayeshwar Chandra Roy obtained 98,785 votes, while Jamaat candidate Md Shahinur Islam garnered 82,232 votes. Roy's win is likely to give a tone of communal harmony and a voice to Hindus in Bangladesh's parliament amid recent tensions in post-Hasina era.  Bangladesh Election Results…

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Pakistan tests hypersonic anti-ship missile ‘SMASH’

Islamabad: Pakistan on Friday unveiled its new hypersonic anti‑ship missile, designated SMASH, at the World Defense Show 2026 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The missile was showcased by Global Industrial and Defence Solutions (GIDS) and is being presented as a dual‑role hypersonic weapon capable of conducting both maritime and land attack missions. SMASH is a ship‑launched anti‑ship ballistic missile (ASBM) under Pakistan’s P‑282 designation, with has a range of approximately 350 km.

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