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Attack on Shia in Herat highlights vulnerability of communities: US Representative

Afghanistan, May 2 -- Rina Amiri, the Special Representative for Women's Affairs in Afghanistan, condemned the recent attack on Shia Muslims in Herat province. Ms. Amiri wrote on her X account on Thu... Read More


Crude oil prices drop 5% in 2 sessions on sharp rise in US inventories, down 10% from April peaks

New Delhi, May 2 -- Brent crude futures kicked off May with a significant drop, declining by 3% to reach a seven-week low of $83.29 per barrel. This decrease was driven by rising US stockpiles, signal... Read More


Colombia to break diplomatic relations with Israel, President Petro says

Bogota, May 2 -- Colombian President Gustavo Petro said on Wednesday he will break diplomatic relations with Israel over its actions in Gaza. Petro has already heavily criticized Israeli Prime Minist... Read More


UNP & SLPP invited by BJP to witness Lok Sabha elections in India

Sri Lanka, May 2 -- Representatives of 18 political parties from 10 countries have arrived in India on the invitation of the BJP to witness the Lok Sabha election. This is the first time that so many ... Read More


EU contributes €15 million to combat climate change in Afghanistan

Afghanistan, May 2 -- Rafaela Iodice, the European Union official in Afghanistan, says the EU has contributed 15 million euros to combat climate change and assist vulnerable women in Afghanistan. She... Read More


Pakistan calls for UN to grant Palestine full membership

United Nations, May 2 -- Pakistan's UN ambassador, Munir Akram, on Wednesday strongly advocated for the Security Council to reconsider and endorse Palestine's application for full UN membership, align... Read More


Workshop on Japanese calligraphy to be held at Shilpakala Academy on May 18

DHAKA, May 2 -- Embassy of Japan and Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy will jointly organize "Shodo Workshop - The Art of Japanese Calligraphy'' at National Art Gallery No.3 of Shilpakala Academy in Dhaka... Read More


Indian stock indices start week with recovery after cautious start

Jammu, May 2 -- The domestic stock indices started the day's trade on a muted tone but recovered quickly and climbed into positive territory on Thursday. The 30-share BSE Sensex opened 91 points lower... Read More


India eyes to unlock MSME potential, pivots to digital public infra to catalyze growth

New Delhi, May 2 -- India has been pro-active in moving its Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) sector's growth through the introduction of the Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI), the digital ... Read More


Thailand visit a significant step forward in efforts to protect Bangladesh's economic interests and enhance regional involvement: PM Hasina

, May 2 -- Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina declared her recent six-day trip to Thailand as a landmark success, aimed at safeguarding Bangladesh's economic interests and elevating its regional presence. T... Read More