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August 9, 2024 8:58 AM August 9, 2024 8:58 AM

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Nobel Laureate Muhammad Yunus Sworn in as Head of Bangladesh’s Interim Government

Muhammad Yunus, the renowned Nobel laureate, was officially sworn in as the head of Bangladesh's interim government yesterday evening. The oath-taking ceremony was conducted by President Mohammed Shahabuddin at Bangabhaban in Dhaka. The event was attended by diplomats from various countries.   ...

August 8, 2024 9:40 PM August 8, 2024 9:40 PM

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Nobel Laureate Muhammad Yunus Sworn in as Bangladesh’s Interim Head    

Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus was sworn in as the head of Bangladesh’s interim government. Bangladesh President Mohammed Shahabuddin administered the oath to him at Bangabhaban in Dhaka this evening. Diplomats from various countries were present on the occasion.   Born on 28 June 1940, Mr Muham...

August 8, 2024 9:22 PM August 8, 2024 9:22 PM

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Japan Issues Megaquake Advisory After 7.1 Magnitude Earthquake

The Japanese Meteorological Agency has issued a megaquake advisory after a 7.1 magnitude quake rocked Japan, as part of the Nankai Trough Earthquake Extra Information protocol. It has also lifted all tsunami advisories. The Japan Meteorological Agency said the possibility of a mega earthquake is hig...

August 8, 2024 9:03 PM August 8, 2024 9:03 PM

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President Droupadi Murmu Arrives in Auckland After Successful Wellington Meetings

President Droupadi Murmu arrived in Auckland this evening after successful bilateral meetings in Wellington resulting in the signing of a Customs cooperation arrangement and ratification of the International Solar Alliance agreement by New Zealand. Earlier in the day, a State Banquet was hosted in h...

August 8, 2024 9:23 PM August 8, 2024 9:23 PM

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UK Foreign Secretary dials Dr Jaishankar to discuss Bangladesh situation

External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar has discussed the situation in Bangladesh and West Asia with UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy today. In a social media post, the Minister informed that he received a call from UK Foreign Secretary and discussed the situation in Bangladesh and West Asia.

August 8, 2024 8:04 PM August 8, 2024 8:04 PM

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Dr Jaishankar’s three-day visit to Maldives begins tomorrow

External Affairs Minister, Dr S Jaishankar will be on a three-day official visit to Maldives from tomorrow. The visit aims to strengthen the close partnership between the two countries and explore new opportunities to enhance the bilateral relationship further. The visit follows the recent visit of ...

August 8, 2024 6:12 PM August 8, 2024 6:12 PM

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19,000 Indians, Including 9,000 Students, Currently in Bangladesh: MEA  

Indian High Commission in Dhaka, including 4 more assistant High Commissions, are in touch with Indian nationals in Bangladesh who want to come back. Addressing media in New Delhi today, External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that around 19,000 Indian nationals including 9,000 s...

August 8, 2024 4:51 PM August 8, 2024 4:51 PM

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Sri Lanka India Friendship Arch Inaugurated as Part of Plant4Mother Campaign

As part of Plant4Mother campaign, the Sri Lanka-India friendship arch was inaugurated today. Speaker of Sri Lankan Parliament Mahinda Yapa Abeyawardena and Indian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka Santosh Jha jointly inaugurated the ‘Sri Lanka - India Friendship Arch' at the National Sandalwood Garden ...

August 8, 2024 12:05 PM August 8, 2024 12:05 PM

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Saudi Arabia criticises Haniyeh’s assassination during OIC meeting

Saudi Arabia has publicly denounced the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran, calling it a blatant violation of Iran's sovereignty. This marks the first official reaction from Saudi Arabia, to the incident that occurred on July 31.   The statement was made by Saudi Deputy Fore...