Bangladesh: Press freedom group calls for end to partisan persecution of journalists

IANS | June 2, 2026 9:52 PM

New York, June 2 (IANS) A leading international press freedom group on Tuesday urged Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman to begin delivering on his electoral promise to protect media freedom in the country, calling for an end to "partisan persecution of journalists” following his government's first 100 days in office.

Debutants Gay, Baker in England squad for first New Zealand Test

IANS | June 2, 2026 9:18 PM

London, June 2 (IANS) England have named uncapped batter Emilio Gay and fast bowler Sonny Baker for their 12-man squad for the first Test against New Zealand at Lord's. The opening Test of the English home summer, which commences on Thursday, marks the beginning of a crucial rebuilding phase following England’s dismal 4-1 Ashes defeat in Australia.