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BNP declares 51-point manifesto to build 'welfare-oriented, prosperous Bangladesh'

Dhaka, Feb. 6 -- BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman has announced the party's 51-point election manifesto, prioritising nine issues with the promise of "building a welfare-oriented and prosperous Bangladesh"... Read More


EFCC arraigns former vice chancellor on N19.7million contract kickback, bribery charges

Nigeria, Feb. 6 -- The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Thursday arraigned Armayau Bichi, a former Vice Chancellor of the Federal University Dutsinma, on kickback and bribery charges... Read More


RG Kar scam twist: Court issues non-bailable warrant against whistle-blower Akhtar Ali

Kolkata/IBNS, Feb. 6 -- The Alipore court in Kolkata on Friday issued a non-bailable arrest warrant against Akhtar Ali, the whistle-blower who had flagged alleged financial irregularities at the state... Read More


Spotlight: CXO movements this week (Feb 2-6)

New Delhi, Feb. 6 -- This week, Indian and global tech enterprises continue to strengthen their leadership benches with a fresh wave of senior appointments across banking, fintech, cybersecurity, medi... Read More


Organisers unveil 'Queen of Africa' reality tv show, stake $50,000 star prize

Nigeria, Feb. 6 -- Organisers of Queen of Africa have officially launched a pan-African reality television show designed to amplify women's leadership, cultural identity, and advocacy across the conti... Read More


Afghan Refugees Report Police Raids and Rising Arrests in Pakistan's Islamabad

Afghanistan, Feb. 6 -- Afghan refugees in Pakistan report rising police arrests and extortion in Islamabad, warning conditions are worsening for families seeking safety outside Afghanistan. Afghan re... Read More


Jai out on OTT: Roopesh Shetty's socio-political drama is now streaming on THIS platform

India, Feb. 6 -- Jai marked actor-filmmaker Roopesh Shetty's third venture as a director and the first that he marketed as a bilingual. His first two, Girgit and Circus, were released in Tulu only. Ja... Read More


Jakarta economy gains momentum from 2025 holiday activities

Jakarta, Feb. 6 -- Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung said various activities organized by the Jakarta provincial government during the 2025 Christmas and New Year period helped boost the city's economy. ... Read More


Village officials key to updating social economic data: Minister

Sidoarjo, East Java, Feb. 6 -- Social Affairs Minister Saifullah Yusuf said village officials play a crucial role in digitalization and updating the National Single Social and Economic Data (DTSEN) to... Read More


Govt To Examine Calls For Social Media Ban For Under-16s

India, Feb. 6 -- IT secretary S Krishnan yesterday reportedly said that the government plans to examine the Economic Survey's suggestion for age-based access for social media and other digital platfor... Read More