Nightclub fire: CM Dhami speaks to Goa counterpart amid fears of U’Khand residents getting affected

IANS | December 7, 2025 11:18 PM

Panaji/Dehradun, Dec 7 (IANS) The massive fire at a nightclub in Goa's Arpora has triggered concern in Uttarakhand as inputs suggested that some residents of the hill state may be among those affected. Taking cognisance of the reports, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Sunday spoke to his Goa counterpart Pramod Sawant and sought detailed information about the incident and the condition of the victims.

Is Bangladesh economy dying under Yunus' misrule? (IANS Analysis) 

Dr. Sreoshi Sinha & Abu Obaidha Arin | December 7, 2025 7:09 PM

New Delhi, Dec 7 (IANS) Bangladesh, once considered a poster child of development among emerging economies, now finds itself at critical crossroads. For years, the country defied odds, posting consistent GDP growth, expanding its garment exports, improving key human development indicators, and reducing poverty at a commendable rate. International observers -- from the World Bank to regional think tanks -- celebrated what many dubbed the "Bangladesh miracle". However, by mid-2025, this narrative has shifted dramatically.