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Surge in viral, respiratory infections after pre-monsoon showers

India, May 11 -- The city is witnessing a marked rise in seasonal infections-ranging from high-grade fever and dry cough to throat irritation, fatigue and respiratory distress-following a sudden spell... Read More


How Amitabh Bachchan's baritone voice inspired Javed Akhtar to write Mr India: 'Why can't we make him invisible?'

India, May 11 -- The 1987 sci-fi superhero action film Mr India was a turning point in Anil Kapoor's career, launching him to stardom. But turns out, he was not the first choice to star in it. In an i... Read More


Rishad Hossain reflects on PSL 10 amid tensions: "the fear will remain"

Pakistan, May 11 -- Bangladesh spinner Rishad Hossain has opened up about his experience during the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10, which was suspended due to rising tensions between India and Pakista... Read More


Putin offers Ukraine direct talks without preconditions: Trump welcomes prospect of peace

Bangladesh, May 11 -- Russian President Vladimir Putin has reopened the door to direct negotiations with Ukraine, proposing to resume stalled peace talks without any preconditions, even as Kiev and it... Read More


Five must-dos decided for economic breakthrough

Dhaka, May 11 -- Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus asks for a jumpstart of coordinated action from all relevant agencies to ensure Bangladesh's timely smooth sailing in graduation from least-deve... Read More


BSF seizes heroin packet, drone in Punjab, foils cross-border smuggling attempts

Amritsar, May 11 -- Acting on precise intelligence, the Border Security Force (BSF) troops, in two separate operations, seized a packet of suspected heroin and a drone in Punjab on Sunday, dealing a b... Read More


Man abducted, thrashed as dispute over 'stolen' flat escalates

India, May 11 -- A property dispute that first turned into a case of forgery has now turned into one of kidnap. A 36-year-old man was grabbed from a main road in Borivali, held against his will, beate... Read More


Biden criticizes Trumps first 100 days, defends his legacy

Bangladesh, May 11 -- In a wide-ranging interview with ABC News, former US President Joe Biden fiercely criticized the first 100 days of Donald Trumps second presidency, calling them the “worst ... Read More


'Virat Kohli is not going to retire from Tests': Brian Lara wants BCCI to persuade; 'He'll average 60'

India, May 11 -- Amid the growing reports of Virat Kohli's possible Test retirement ahead of the upcoming England tour, former West Indies captain and legendary batter Brian Lara has stated that the f... Read More


Zelensky demands 30-day ceasefire amid heightened tensions with Moscow

Bangladesh, May 11 -- Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky has renewed calls for a full and unconditional 30-day ceasefire with Russia, following high-profile talks in Kiev with the leaders of the Un... Read More