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Building a modern, pluralistic, globally connected BD

Dhaka, Dec. 8 -- Bangladesh is at a critical turning point of either becoming a modern, high-growth nation attracting foreign capital or risking stagnation by falling back into old collectivist patter... Read More


Supreme Court Appoints Fact-Finding Committee on Controversial Old Goa Bungalow

Goa, Dec. 8 -- In a significant move regarding the ongoing dispute over a controversial bungalow near a protected heritage site in Old Goa, the Supreme Court has appointed retired Additional Sessions ... Read More


Viet Nam, Cambodia inaugurate Tan Nam-Meun Chey international border gate

Hanoi, Vietnam, Dec. 8 -- The inauguration ceremony of Tan Nam-Meun Chey international border gate between Viet Nam and Cambodia, December 8, 2025. Photo: VGP Addressing the event, Prime Minister Pha... Read More


India's auto retails grow modestly by 2.14% in November; FADA reports

Mumbai, Dec. 8 -- The Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) released Vehicle Retail Data for November'25. According to FADA, Indian auto retails in November'25 defied the conventional ... Read More


Prime Minister holds talks with Cambodian counterpart

Hanoi, Vietnam, Dec. 8 -- Photo: VGP/Nhat Bac The two Prime Ministers agreed that over the past year, the Governments of both countries have effectively implemented the Conclusions of the meeting bet... Read More


Royal Orchid Hotels opens new property in North Goa

Mumbai, Dec. 8 -- Royal Orchid Hotels announced the opening of its newest property in the heart of North Goa: Regenta Place M.A.R.S. Candolim. This newly opened 3-star deluxe hotel marks the group's 8... Read More


Handloom weavers of iconic Tangail saree in Bangladesh seek UNESCO heritage status for their craft

New Delhi, Dec. 8 -- The weavers' neighborhood near Dhaka echoes with the constant clatter of the looms with rhythmic hand movements as the artisans use colorful silk and cotton threads to weave the i... Read More


Parisbelle Marked Its Grand Debut in India With The Launch of Five Collections

Mumbai, Dec. 8 -- After a celebrated debut in Dubai, Parisbelle arrived in India with an immersive launch soiree, unveiling five exquisite fragrance collections and introducing a luxury Dubai-to-Ind... Read More


Ha Noi, Seoul foster stronger ties in smart urban development

Hanoi, Vietnam, Dec. 8 -- Chairman of the Ha Noi People's Committee Vu Dai Thang hosts a reception for Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon, Ha Noi, December 5, 2025 - Photo: VGP The host said, the two capitals ha... Read More


Sonamarg welcomes season's first snowfall, tourists say "locals have been very supportive"

Ganderbal, Dec. 8 -- Tourists in Sonamarg, Central Kashmir's Ganderbal district, witnessed the first snowfall of the season on Monday, which transformed the hill station into a stunning winter spectac... Read More