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Air Chief Marshal Hasan Mahmood Khan begins a nine-day official visit to Saudi Arabia and the UAE. Discussions will focus on enhancing defense cooperation, including joint exercises and training programs. Visits to key military installations in both countries are scheduled. The trip builds on the 2019 defense cooperation agreement between Bangladesh and Saudi Arabia. Aims to bolster regional security and mutual military collaboration. On February 8, 2025, Air Chief Marshal Hasan Mahmood Khan, Chief of Air Staff of the Bangladesh Air Force, left Dhaka for a nine-day official visit to Saudi Arabia and the UAE. His visit aims to strengthen…

German voters will decide their next government on February 23. Economic revival and immigration reforms top issues in the snap election. Friedrich Merz leads CDU, aiming to become Germany’s next chancellor. Alternative for Germany (AfD) gains support, but faces controversy. Coalition talks will determine the next government’s shape and leadership. On February 23, German voters will cast their ballots in a snap election to choose their next government. This follows the collapse of Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s centre-left coalition late last year. Voters will elect the members of the Bundestag, Germany’s parliament, which will then decide the country’s future leadership. The…

Kim Jong Un criticizes US-Japan-South Korea military alliance for escalating regional tensions. North Korea plans countermeasures, including further development of nuclear forces. Kim reaffirms commitment to enhancing North Korea’s nuclear capabilities. North Korea expresses unwavering support for Russia in its conflict with Ukraine. Kim warns South Korea of consequences over intensified military activities with the US. North Korean leader Kim Jong Un strongly criticized the trilateral military cooperation between the United States, Japan, and South Korea. He claimed it is making tensions in the region worse. During a visit to North Korea’s Ministry of National Defence, Kim pointed to the…

U.S. President Donald Trump speaks with Russian President Vladimir Putin about ending the war in Ukraine. The phone conversation is the first known direct discussion between Putin and a U.S. president since 2022. Trump calls the war in Ukraine a “bloodbath” and says he wants to end it quickly. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov comments on ongoing communications but does not confirm Trump’s report. Trump plans a potential meeting with Ukrainian President Zelensky to discuss peace efforts. Former U.S. President Donald Trump revealed that he had recently spoken with Russian President Vladimir Putin about finding a resolution to the ongoing war…

Landslide strikes Jinping village in Sichuan province, burying 10 houses and a factory. One fatality confirmed, 28 people remain missing. Nearly 1,000 emergency personnel deployed for search and rescue operations. President Xi Jinping orders an “all-out” rescue effort. Heavy rainfall and geological factors identified as probable causes. A devastating landslide struck Jinping village in Junlian County, Sichuan province, at approximately 11:50 a.m. local time on Saturday. The disaster buried at least ten houses and a factory, leaving one person dead and 28 others missing. Two individuals were successfully rescued, while around 360 residents have been evacuated from the area. Authorities…

Nationwide crackdown launched after violent attack on students in Gazipur. Operation targets individuals attempting to destabilize the country. Over 80 individuals arrested, including alleged Awami League members. Gazipur police official suspended for negligence during the incident. Authorities pledge continued action until all culprits are apprehended. The Bangladeshi government has launched a nationwide crackdown, ‘Operation Devil Hunt’, to restore law and order after a violent attack on students in Gazipur. Home Affairs Adviser Lt Gen (Retd) Md Jahangir Alam Chowdhury announced that the operation aims to apprehend individuals attempting to destabilize the country. The crackdown began on Saturday night, following a…

President Ramaphosa delivered the 2025 State of the Nation Address on February 6. The event saw a dazzling display of South African fashion, supporting local designers. Ramaphosa spoke about national resilience, responding to international criticism. The address took place at Cape Town City Hall due to fire damage to Parliament. The red carpet was filled with prominent politicians, celebrities, and musicians. The 2025 State of the Nation Address (SONA), delivered by President Cyril Ramaphosa on February 6, was a major event for South Africa. Not only was it a significant political occasion, marking the start of the government’s work for…

Russia restarts flights to Abkhazia’s capital after three decades. Test flight from Moscow to Sukhumi conducted by UVT Aero. Regular flights to commence in May 2025. Sukhumi airport restored after 1990s conflict closure. Move expected to boost tourism and regional ties. After three decades, Russia has restarted passenger flights to Sukhumi, the capital of Abkhazia. On February 7, 2025, UVT Aero, a private Russian airline, successfully conducted a test flight from Moscow. According to Russian news agency RIA, regular flights will officially begin in May 2025. Sukhumi, a scenic Black Sea resort, has been a favorite holiday spot for Russians…

RBI cuts interest rate to 6.25%, signaling economic weakness. India’s GDP growth plunges to 6.7%, the slowest in four years. Corporate profits shrink, and investment growth falters. Foreign investors pull out $31 billion, adding to economic instability. Weak consumption and global uncertainties worsen economic outlook. India is grappling with a deepening economic crisis, as evidenced by the recent decision by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to reduce interest rates for the first time in nearly five years. The RBI cut its repo rate from 6.5% to 6.25%, signaling the central bank’s growing concern about the slowing economy. This move…

Government confirms no price hikes for essential commodities during Ramadan due to sufficient stock. Authorities implement measures to stabilize the market and ensure smooth supply. Bumper production of potatoes, onions, and winter vegetables supports price stability. Industry leaders guarantee adequate stocks of edible oil and sugar. Consumers express confidence in market stability due to government monitoring. Dhaka, February 7, 2025 – With Ramadan around the corner, the Bangladeshi government promises stable prices for essential goods. Officials, market analysts, and industry leaders confirm that supplies are enough to avoid any shortages. To control the market, the government has taken several steps.…