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Indias stakes in the Global Pandemic Agreement

Indias leadership can help bridge the divides in global pandemic governance

The Hindu 8 Oct 2026 12:01 am

Nepal moves to amend laws to facilitate death registration of 5,285 still missing after August 26 floods

The government is preparing amendments to the Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Act and the National Identity Card and Registration Act to address difficulties faced by families of missing people in registering their deaths, officials said

The Hindu 7 Oct 2026 11:10 pm

France suspends use of stun grenades to police student protests

Interior Minister Laurent Nunez said he had ordered the suspension of the use of stun grenades following an incident in the northern city of Lens on Monday (October 5, 2026) in which there was a strong possibility the firing of a stun grenade had caused a teenager to lose his hand

The Hindu 7 Oct 2026 10:02 pm

Reopening Brexit debate a terrible idea: Conservative leader Badenoch

Can you imagine having to go through that again? So much time lost arguing with ourselves, arguing with the EU, going round and round in circles I think that is a terrible idea, Ms. Badenoch said

The Hindu 7 Oct 2026 8:13 pm

India's first bank rate hike since 2023 signals growing inflation concerns

The hike reflects a global shift towards tighter monetary policy as central banks battle inflation fuelled by Middle East conflict.

BBC 7 Oct 2026 4:14 pm

Malaysia Can

Three decades after Malaysia brought Myanmar's military rulers into ASEAN in the name of engagement, it risks repeating the same mistake. But Min Aung Hlaing is the problem, not its solution.

The Irrawaddy 7 Oct 2026 2:15 pm

Myanmar Coup Leader Lands in Malaysia for Migrant Return Talks

Min Aung Hlaing is making his first visit to Malaysia since the 2021 coup as Kuala Lumpur pushes ahead with plans to return thousands of Myanmar migrants.

The Irrawaddy 7 Oct 2026 1:58 pm

ICT verdict in case against Hanif, three other AL leaders any day

Hearing concludes in crimes against humanity case over the killing of six people in Kushtia

The Daily Star 7 Oct 2026 1:06 pm

WHO says no obesity drugs, surgery for under-10s

Medicine and surgery are not the answer for overweight children, the World Health Organization said Thursday.

The Daily Star 7 Oct 2026 12:47 pm

Banglalink launches Starlink-powered satellite-to-mobile service

Banglalink is offering Starlink internet free with any internet or mixed bundle pack for the first month of the launch

The Daily Star 7 Oct 2026 11:52 am

BCB turns to Kookaburra for balance between bat and ball

Three of the four matches of the first round of the National Cricket League ended in draws, harking back to a time when the competition frequently produced dull games

The Daily Star 7 Oct 2026 11:51 am

In Pictures: The Last Tango

Playing his 208th match for Argentina, Messi savored every moment of his farewell, which had been billed as 'The Last Tango'.

The Daily Star 7 Oct 2026 11:41 am

WHO chief urges transparency from Russia amid plague reports

The World Health Organization director urged Russia Tuesday to be transparent about the death of a technician at a plague research facility in that country.

The Daily Star 7 Oct 2026 11:22 am

Fire destroys century-old Jhalmal Cinema Hall , 20 shops in Mymensingh

The fire broke out around 2:15am, apparently at an LPG cylinder warehouse near the cinema hall

The Daily Star 7 Oct 2026 11:18 am

AI appears to have been used in bank hacks: South Korean President Lee

In some hacking incidents, signs have emerged of AI being used, causing considerable public concern and anxiety, Lee said during a cabinet meeting

The Hindu 7 Oct 2026 11:12 am

How lucky I was, Leo: Enzos tearful goodbye to his idol

Thank you for treating me the way you did, for everything you taught me, and for letting me share a part of your story. We're going to miss you a lot, captain.

The Daily Star 7 Oct 2026 10:58 am

Mary Kay Introduces the K-Beauty Texture Edit

Antara News 7 Oct 2026 9:40 am

Indonesia, IALA

Antara News 7 Oct 2026 8:47 am

Iran must cut enrichment to end war, U.S. Vice-President Vance says

J.D. Vance, in an interview, said the U.S. was in talks with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi. But it was unclear how much authority they wield within Irans power structure, he said

The Hindu 7 Oct 2026 7:16 am

Ukraines Zelenskyy says intelligence shows Russia is preparing massive attack

Mr. Zelenskyy said Ukraines position depended largely on what its allies could provide in terms of weaponry to defend against a new Russian attack

The Hindu 7 Oct 2026 2:21 am

Mandhana replaces Harmanpreet as India captain

India batter Harmanpreet Kaur leaves her role as national team captain across all three formats, replaced by fellow batter Smriti Mandhana.

BBC 6 Oct 2026 11:01 pm

Paramount and Warner Bros merge to become one Hollywood giant, Skydance

The merger brings two of America's oldest moviemaking studios together under the helm of billionaire David Ellison and Ynon Kreiz, in a move that is projected to concentrate power in an industry already run by just a handful of major players

The Hindu 6 Oct 2026 9:11 pm

Cornell Seven case: The 2024 allegations, Cornells response and what comes next | Explained

How did Cornell handle the case through its Title IX disciplinary process? Why did the universitys response draw scrutiny? What led to the criminal investigation being reopened in 2026?

The Hindu 6 Oct 2026 8:05 pm

While facing case over earlier escape, murder accused flees Dhaka court again

Police say Shariful Islam loosened his handcuffs in the dock and escaped

The Daily Star 6 Oct 2026 5:07 pm

Jubo Dal leader arrested over alleged abduction of kazi, Tk 2 lakh extortion in Munshiganj

Police say the marriage registrar was targeted over his role in finalising the divorce of an accused

The Daily Star 6 Oct 2026 4:49 pm

Khulna sees 33 killings in nine months

Rupsha records highest number of murder cases in district

The Daily Star 6 Oct 2026 4:47 pm

Bulgarian Prime Minister says two commercial vessels hit by drones in economic zone

One of the ships, the Alfa Watan, which flew the flag of Togo, suffered critical structural damage and sank on the spot. There was no immediate information about the fate of the crew, says Prime Minister

The Hindu 6 Oct 2026 4:14 pm

50 egrets killed after poaching: Three hunters jailed, 2 fined in Natore

Three poachers jailed for two months and fined Tk 2,000 each

The Daily Star 6 Oct 2026 3:56 pm

It was a privilege, little guy: Otamendis emotional farewell message to Messi

The two veterans will share one final special occasion when Argentina face Benin in Messi

The Daily Star 6 Oct 2026 3:39 pm

Indian opposition MPs detained in protest against election chief

Opposition leaders have alleged that CEC Gyanesh Kumar manipulated voter rolls to favour Prime Minister Narendra Modi's party during elections.

BBC 6 Oct 2026 3:35 pm

CPJ demands probe into attack on four RU journalists

Watchdog says journalists must be able to report safely on campuses

The Daily Star 6 Oct 2026 3:08 pm

Jamuna resumes fertiliser production after eight-month shutdown amid gas crisis

Factory aims to produce 1,200-1,400 tonnes a day

The Daily Star 6 Oct 2026 3:04 pm