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August 7, 2024 12:51 PM

Varanasi ghats submerged as Ganga water level rises

Several ghats in Varanasi are submerged as the water level of the Ganga continues to rise due to heavy rainfall in the region. According to the Central Water Commission, the Ganga's water level is increasing at a rate of four centimeters per hour an...

August 7, 2024 10:40 AM

Thai court to decide fates of PM and opposition party

Thailand's Constitutional Court will rule on two politically charged cases in the next week that will decide the fate of Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin and the popular opposition party, amid heightened uncertainty over potential upheaval. Both case...

August 7, 2024 8:34 AM

Bangladesh: Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus appointed as interim govt’s head

Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus has been appointed as the head of Bangladesh's interim government, Dhaka Tribune reported. Bangladesh President's Press Secretary Joynal Abedin made the announcement. The decision regarding the appointment of Bangladesh...

August 6, 2024 10:05 PM

Bangladesh president dissolves parliament, frees former PM Zia

Bangladesh's president dissolved parliament on Tuesday, clearing the way for an interim government and new elections a day after Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina resigned and fled following a violent crackdown on a student-led uprising. President Mo...

August 6, 2024 6:04 PM

Red alert on Indo-Nepal border to tighten security given Bangladesh’s unrest

The Nepali Embassy in Dhaka has issued an advisory for Nepalis staying in Bangladesh regarding their safety amid the ongoing unrest there. The Embassy of Nepal in Bangladesh released a notice on Monday requesting all Nepali nationals staying in ...

August 6, 2024 4:54 PM

Paris Olympics: Neeraj Chopra qualifies for men’s javelin final with massive throw of 89.34 m

Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra has secured his place in the final of the javelin throw event at the Paris Olympics, marking a significant achievement with a throw of 89.34 meters during the qualification round. Chopra’s performance in Group-B...

August 6, 2024 5:07 PM

Bangladesh crisis: Delhi is in close contact with Dhaka, monitoring minority situation, Jaishankar says in Rajya Sabha

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar informed the Rajya Sabha on Tuesday that India is closely monitoring the situation in Bangladesh, particularly the plight of minorities. Addressing the Upper House about the ongoing crisis in Bangladesh,...

August 6, 2024 5:08 PM

Bangladesh crisis: India-Bangladesh trade at risk amid political turmoil

Amid the ongoing political unrest in Bangladesh, the longstanding trade relationship between India and Bangladesh is facing challenges. Both countries have been major trading partners, engaging in a wide exchange of goods and services. In the fiscal...

August 6, 2024 5:09 PM

President Droupadi Murmu, Fiji PM Sitiveni Rabuka agree to strengthen partnership

President Droupadi Murmu met with Fijian Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka on Tuesday, marking a significant step in strengthening diplomatic ties between the two nations. The leaders engaged in wide-ranging discussions and committed to building upon th...

August 6, 2024 1:36 PM

Gold hits record high in Nepal at Rs 150,000 per tola

Today, the gold price has set a new record in Nepal's domestic market. The cost of the yellow metal continued to rise and reached the highest point so far. According to the Federation of Gold and Silver Dealers' Association, the price of hallmar...

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