Indian Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar addressed the United Nations General Assembly Saturday, urging nations to stop overlooking alleged state-sponsored terrorism. His remarks followed Pakistan's Friday appeal for diplomatic dialogue at the same forum. Jaishankar called for enhanced international cooperation against terrorism without directly identifying Pakistan. He described India's neighbor as a global terrorism epicenter.
The minister defended India's May military strikes against Pakistani installations after gunmen killed Hindu tourists in Kashmir. Pakistan denied involvement and retaliated with counterattacks according to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. President Trump recently met Pakistani officials and expressed...
Captain Suryakumar Yadav elected to bowl after winning the coin flip against Pakistan during Sunday's Asia Cup final at Dubai International Cricket Stadium. The venue historically favors teams batting second, as all five previous matches between these nations have been won by the chasing side. India defeated Pakistan twice during this tournament and secured their final berth by beating Bangladesh by 41 runs on Wednesday. Pakistan advanced Thursday with an 11-run victory against the same opponent.
Yadav made three changes to his squad, replacing injured Hardik Pandya, along with Harshit Rana and Arshdeep Singh. Rinku Singh and Shivam Dube were included in the playing eleven for the championship match. Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha...
A gunman killed three people and injured eight others Saturday evening at a North Carolina waterfront establishment. The attacker approached Southport's shore by boat around 9:30 p.m., discharged weapons at patrons, then escaped across the water. Coast Guard personnel located a suspect thirty minutes later removing a vessel at Oak Island's public launch area. Multiple law enforcement agencies continue gathering evidence while the detained individual undergoes police questioning.
Information Adviser Mahfuj Alam announced plans to enact the Journalist Protection Act within two to three months during a media discussion hosted by the Centre for Governance Studies on Sunday. The government adviser expressed uncertainty about completing the Notun Kuri competition and suggested political parties may interfere with the program. Alam revealed job insecurity concerns while discussing his position within the administration. He proposed combining BTV and Bangladesh Betar into one autonomous organization but encountered staff coordination challenges.
The adviser confirmed no media outlets closed during his service and stated his ministry works to address journalist harassment issues. Kamal Ahmed recommended publishing...
Dhaka University's Computer Science and Engineering Department will host VisionX on November 15, 2025. The artificial intelligence competition takes place at the Nabab Nawab Ali Chowdhury Senate Building. Professor Md Abdur Razzak announced details during a Sunday press conference at the department auditorium. The event promotes technological innovation among young people and strengthens academic-industry partnerships.
Participants compete across two categories featuring business concepts and project demonstrations. Teams contain up to three members from various academic backgrounds such as engineering, business, sociology or arts. Students aged 27 or younger from national universities and colleges may register. Bangladeshi students...
Oxford University's Emeritus Professor Sir Walter Bodmer conducted an official meeting with Dhaka University Vice-Chancellor Prof Niaz Ahmed Khan at the administrative headquarters Sunday. The distinguished academics explored collaborative opportunities for strengthening research initiatives and educational programs at the prominent Bangladeshi institution. Prof Khan presented details about the university's founding history and contemporary scholarly endeavors while expressing appreciation for the international visitor's educational contributions. The Faculty of Pharmacy coordinated the academic exchange between the two educational leaders.
The renowned geneticist delivered a specialized lecture titled Human Genome: Cancer and...
Forty people died and 124 suffered injuries during a stampede at a political rally in Tamil Nadu state Saturday. Actor-turned-politician Joseph Vijay Chandrasekhar drew tens of thousands to the gathering in Karur district. Health Minister Ma Subramanian confirmed nine children were among the fatalities. Medical teams treated the wounded at area hospitals.
Vijay arrived more than six hours behind schedule while crowds waited under extreme heat. Witnesses reported the massive gathering overwhelmed security barriers and crowd control measures. The stampede began when supporters chased the politician's departing vehicle. Local officials described the scene as lacking proper crowd discipline.
The state government ordered a judicial...
Bollywood star Ranbir Kapoor marked his 43rd birthday Sunday by meeting photographers gathered outside his Mumbai residence. The actor appeared in casual attire consisting of a red shirt and jeans while greeting media personnel with traditional folded hands. He shared cake with those present during the outdoor celebration.
Kapoor addressed supporters through a social media message acknowledging the physical changes that accompany aging, particularly noting increased gray hairs in his facial hair. He expressed appreciation for family members, colleagues and admirers who continue supporting his career. The actor conducted an interactive session on his clothing brand's Instagram platform.
The birthday celebration included quality time...
Pakistani batsman Sahibzada Farhan mimicked firing an AK-47 rifle with his cricket bat during a recent Asia Cup T20 match against India. The gesture revealed how jihadist symbolism has penetrated all levels of Pakistani society since the 1980s. Military establishments have promoted this Kalashnikov culture throughout the nation for decades.
The AK-47 became a resistance symbol when Pakistan armed Afghan fighters against Soviet forces. Violence transformed from aberrant behavior into cultural expression within the country. Pakistan Cricket Board officials remained silent about the controversial celebration.
This incident demonstrates how Pakistan's military has fused militancy with nationalism since General Zia-ul-Haq's regime...
