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Bangladesh finances under strain as foreign debt burden surges: Report

IANS | June 25, 2026 2:23 PM

New Delhi, June 25 (IANS) The Bangladesh government’s foreign debt service burden is projected to almost double to $7.6 billion in FY29 from $4.11 billion in FY25 due to rising interest payments, shorter loan maturities, and repayments for several mega projects which poses a serious threat to the country’s financial stability, according to a report in The Daily Star, a Dhaka-based newspaper.

Amazon CEO meets PM Modi, announces $48 billion investment in India through 2030

IANS | June 25, 2026 2:03 PM

New Delhi, June 25 (IANS) US e-commerce giant Amazon on Thursday announced to invest a total of $48 billion to expand and support its businesses in India from 2026-2030, as its CEO Andy Jassy met Prime Minister Narendra Modi here.

No secondary classes, just 6 teachers: Baloch group flags dire state of girls' school in Khuzdar

IANS | June 25, 2026 1:43 PM

Quetta, June 25 (IANS) The Baloch Literacy Campaign (BLC) -- an initiative of the Baloch Students Action Committee (BSAC) -- has expressed serious concern over the deteriorating condition of a girls' school in Balochistan's Khuzdar district, citing a lack of basic facilities and resources necessary for students' effective academic growth and development.

BNP turning B'desh prisons into death traps: Awami League after youth wing leader dies in custody

IANS | June 25, 2026 1:29 PM

Dhaka, June 25 (IANS) Amid mounting concerns over custodial deaths of Awami League members in Bangladesh, a leader of the party's youth wing, Jubo League, died in Chattogram Central Jail, local media reported.

Grandfather of 9-year-old Australian girl killed in police firing in Pakistan demands justice

IANS | June 25, 2026 1:14 PM

Canberra, June 25 (IANS) The grandfather of a nine-year-old Australian girl Hania Ahmed who was killed in police firing in Pakistan has demanded justice, local media reported.

India launches AIR SUVIDHA 2.0 for passengers arriving from Ebola-affected nations

IANS | June 25, 2026 1:01 PM

New Delhi, June 25 (IANS) The Ministry of Civil Aviation, in collaboration with Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL), on Thursday launched AIR SUVIDHA 2.0, an upgraded and fully contactless Passenger Health Self-Declaration Portal aimed at enhancing public health surveillance at international Points of Entry amid concerns arising from the ongoing Ebola disease outbreak, officials said.

EAM Jaishankar calls for greater global cooperation, invokes 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' at Jeju Forum in South Korea

IANS | June 25, 2026 12:13 PM

Seoul, June 25 (IANS) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar on Thursday underscored the need for greater international cooperation in tackling global challenges, invoking India's age-old philosophy of "Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam"-- the world is a family--as a guiding principle for fostering a more collaborative world order.

At least 32 dead, 700 injured in Venezuelan earthquakes: Acting president

IANS | June 25, 2026 11:54 AM

Caracas, June 25 (IANS) At least 32 people were killed and more than 700 injured after two powerful earthquakes jolted Venezuela, the country's acting President Delcy Rodriguez said in an official update on Thursday.

Deeply distressed by loss of lives, extensive damage: VP Radhakrishnan on Venezuela earthquakes

IANS | June 25, 2026 11:39 AM

New Delhi, June 25 (IANS) Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan on Thursday offered condolences for the devastating twin earthquakes that struck Venezuela, expressing sympathy for the lives lost and the families affected.

US lawmakers debate new federal charter for fintech payment firms

IANS | June 25, 2026 11:03 AM

Washington, June 25 (IANS) US lawmakers examined whether Congress should create a dedicated federal payments charter for financial technology companies, with industry leaders arguing that the existing banking framework has failed to keep pace with innovation, while critics warned that easing access to the nation's payment infrastructure could undermine financial stability and consumer protections.

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Bangladesh finances under strain as foreign debt burden surges: Report

Amazon CEO meets PM Modi, announces $48 billion investment in India through 2030

No secondary classes, just 6 teachers: Baloch group flags dire state of girls' school in Khuzdar

BNP turning B'desh prisons into death traps: Awami League after youth wing leader dies in custody

Grandfather of 9-year-old Australian girl killed in police firing in Pakistan demands justice

India launches AIR SUVIDHA 2.0 for passengers arriving from Ebola-affected nations

EAM Jaishankar calls for greater global cooperation, invokes 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' at Jeju Forum in South Korea

At least 32 dead, 700 injured in Venezuelan earthquakes: Acting president

Deeply distressed by loss of lives, extensive damage: VP Radhakrishnan on Venezuela earthquakes

US lawmakers debate new federal charter for fintech payment firms

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