India abstains on UNGA resolution criticising Israel

Arul Louis | June 13, 2025 10:21 PM

United Nations, June 13 (IANS) India has abstained again on a General Assembly resolution critical of Israel, saying that the efforts should be focused on bringing the two sides in the Gaza conflict closer to find a solution based on dialogue and diplomacy.

Yunus holds 'private meeting' with BNP leader Tarique Rahman in London

IANS | June 13, 2025 7:27 PM

London, June 13 (IANS) As Bangladesh continues to grapple with political conflict and instability, the interim government's Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus on Friday held a meeting with Tarique Rahman, the Acting Chairman of Khaleda Zia-led Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), at a London hotel.