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Over 100 journalists across globe call Sheikh Hasina verdict 'biased', 'non-transparent'

IANS | November 18, 2025 10:31 AM

Dhaka, Nov 18 (IANS) Hundreds of journalists worldwide have voiced serious concerns over the verdict against former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, warning that the "biased and non-transparent" judicial process of the country's International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) poses a serious threat to the rule of law in the South Asian nation.

Developed nations must deliver climate finance in trillions, not billions: Bhupender Yadav at CoP30

IANS | November 18, 2025 9:27 AM

Belem (Brazil), Nov 18 (IANS) Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Bhupender Yadav, called on developed nations to demonstrate greater climate ambition and honour their commitments and stressed that the climate technology "must be free from restrictive property barriers".

UNSC approves historic resolution endorsing Trump's Gaza peace plan; approves international force

Arul Louis | November 18, 2025 9:09 AM

United Nations, Nov 18 (IANS) The Security Council approved a historic resolution endorsing US President Donald Trump’s peace plan for Gaza, opening the way for deploying an international force for the devastated territory.

'Malicious, retaliatory, and vengeful,' says Awami League, slamming ICT verdict against Sheikh Hasina

IANS | November 18, 2025 9:06 AM

Dhaka, Nov 18 (IANS) Bangladesh’s Awami League party on Tuesday strongly rejected the verdict of the country’s so-called International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) against former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, calling the ruling “malicious, retaliatory, and vengeful”.

Protests, arson rock Bangladesh following Hasina verdict

IANS | November 18, 2025 8:55 AM

Dhaka, Nov 18 (IANS) Following the death sentence of former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, the country reeled under protests and attacks throughout the night as several vehicles were torched in five districts.

US lawmakers introduce bipartisan resolution to defend India ties

IANS | November 18, 2025 6:38 AM

Washington, Nov 18 (IANS) US Representatives Ami Bera and Joe Wilson on Monday introduced a bipartisan resolution reaffirming the strategic value of the India-US partnership and its role in promoting stability and shared democratic priorities.

UN chief Guterres opposes death penalty for Sheikh Hasina

IANS | November 18, 2025 6:31 AM

United Nations, Nov 18 (IANS) UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres is against the death penalty imposed on Sheikh Hasina by a Bangladesh court, according to his Spokesperson Stephane Dujarric.

Trump backs H-1B visas again despite Republican calls to end programme

IANS | November 18, 2025 6:27 AM

Washington, Nov 18 (IANS) US President Donald Trump once again defended the H-1B visas, saying overseas workers are needed to train American workers.

White House economic advisor says India trade deal could come ‘soon’

IANS | November 18, 2025 6:22 AM

Washington, Nov 18 (IANS) White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett on Monday said that the trade agreement with India could materialise “soon.”

Majority of US colleges see decline in Indian student enrollment in 2025

IANS | November 17, 2025 10:48 PM

Washington, Nov 17 (IANS) US universities have reported a 10 per cent drop in graduate enrollment from India in 2024-25, alongside a sharper 17 per cent decline in international students in the fall of 2025, according to a new US State Department-funded report.

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Over 100 journalists across globe call Sheikh Hasina verdict 'biased', 'non-transparent'

Developed nations must deliver climate finance in trillions, not billions: Bhupender Yadav at CoP30

UNSC approves historic resolution endorsing Trump's Gaza peace plan; approves international force

'Malicious, retaliatory, and vengeful,' says Awami League, slamming ICT verdict against Sheikh Hasina

Protests, arson rock Bangladesh following Hasina verdict

US lawmakers introduce bipartisan resolution to defend India ties

UN chief Guterres opposes death penalty for Sheikh Hasina

Trump backs H-1B visas again despite Republican calls to end programme

White House economic advisor says India trade deal could come ‘soon’

Majority of US colleges see decline in Indian student enrollment in 2025

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