Sheikh Hasina sentenced to death over crimes against humanity charges

IANS | November 17, 2025 2:25 PM

Dhaka, Nov 17 (IANS) Bangladesh's International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) on Monday pronounced a death sentence for former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina after it found her guilty on the charges of crimes against humanity related to the demonstrations in July of last year.

GST 2.0, India-Japan FTA to redefine India’s $74 billion auto parts ecosystem: Report

IANS | November 17, 2025 2:07 PM

New Delhi, Nov 17 (IANS) India’s GST 2.0 reforms, customs duty changes, and the India–Japan Free Trade Agreement (CEPA) are collectively reshaping the competitiveness and future trajectory of the country’s automotive industry, backed by $43.3 billion in cumulative Japanese investments, according to an industry report released on Monday.