Sheikh Hasina blames Yunus for her ouster, says B'desh in 'age of terror'

IANS | January 23, 2026 10:19 PM

New Delhi, Jan 23 (IANS) Bangladesh’s former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina condemned Dhaka’s interim government led by Muhammad Yunus in her harshest words yet, accusing it of plunging the country into “an age of terror”, and termed the Chief Adviser a “murderous fascist”.

Bangladesh elections: Concerns rise over resurgence of radical Islamist forces

IANS | January 23, 2026 9:32 PM

Tel Aviv, Jan 23 (IANS) Bangladesh’s national election on February 12 has raised concerns over the potential resurgence, whether "direct or indirect", of Islamist radical forces, including Jamaat-e-Islami and affiliated networks. Although these groups often present their activities as part of democratic processes, their ideological roots and historical conduct suggest otherwise, a report highlighted on Friday.

Centre releases white paper on strengthening AI governance

IANS | January 23, 2026 9:09 PM

New Delhi, Jan 23 (IANS) The Centre on Friday released a White Paper titled "Strengthening AI Governance Through Techno-Legal Framework", outlining India’s approach to building a trusted, accountable, and innovation-aligned artificial intelligence (AI) ecosystem.

PM Modi remembers Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, hails his legacy on Parakram Diwas

IANS | January 23, 2026 8:17 PM

New Delhi, Jan 23 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in the Parakram Diwas event in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands through video link on Friday. In his address, PM Modi noted that January 23 marks the birth anniversary of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, whose bravery continues to motivate people and evoke deep respect.