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Sri Lanka Budget 2026 Unveiling Targets 2.3% Surplus Boost

Friday, November 7, 2025

Business

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake presented Sri Lanka’s 2026 budget in Parliament on Friday, November 7, 2025, at 1:30 PM, outlining LKR 4,470 billion in primary expenditure to achieve a 2.3% GDP primary

PM Shehbaz Azerbaijan Visit November Fortifies Strategic Ties

Friday, November 7, 2025

Current Affairs

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif launched his two-day official PM Shehbaz Azerbaijan visit November on Friday, arriving in Baku to attend the fifth anniversary of Victory Day celebrations at the invitation of President

Pakistan Turkiye Security Cooperation Forged in New Joint Pact

Friday, November 7, 2025

Current Affairs

Pakistan Turkiye security cooperation deepend on Thursday, November 6, 2025, when Interior Ministers Mohsin Naqvi and Ali Yerlikaya met in Islamabad to launch a joint working group focused on counterterrorism and border

India Cuts Russian Oil Purchases by 65% as Sanctions Bite

Friday, November 7, 2025

Business

India cuts Russian oil purchases for December arrivals, pausing orders from suppliers tied to sanctioned firms Rosneft and Lukoil. This affects 65% of India’s Russian crude intake. The decision follows US sanctions

Trump Says Will Visit India in 2026 After Modi Talks

Friday, November 7, 2025

Current Affairs

US President Donald Trump says will visit India during the talks with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi progressed smoothly and that he plans to visit India in 2026. The announcement followed a

Toyota Honda India Production Hub Secures $11bn Shift

Thursday, November 6, 2025

Current Affairs

The Toyota and Honda, alongside Suzuki, unveiled plans on Wednesday, November 05, 2025, to invest more than $11 billion in Indian factories. The move positions India as a Toyota Honda India production

Bangladesh Army Not Interested in Governing After 15 Months

Thursday, November 6, 2025

Current Affairs

Dhaka, Thursday, November 06, 2025 – The Bangladesh army not interested in governing has declared it will return to barracks immediately after national elections, ending 15 months of deployment in aid to

India AI Governance Guidelines: 7 Sutras for Safe AI

Thursday, November 6, 2025

Current Affairs

New Delhi, Wednesday, November 5, 2025 – The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) unveiled the India AI governance guidelines today. Officials released the document during an event chaired by Principal

Islam Qala Aid Suspended Over Taliban Female Staff Ban

Thursday, November 6, 2025

Current Affairs

The United Nations suspended humanitarian operations at Islam Qala aid on Tuesday. Taliban authorities imposed new restrictions preventing female national staff from working at the Afghan-Iran border crossing. The move halts aid

Zardari Offers Qatar Defence Cooperation Expansion

Thursday, November 6, 2025

Current Affairs

President Asif Ali Zardari offered Qatar defence cooperation on Wednesday in Doha. He met Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani on the sidelines of the Second World Summit for Social Development.

Third Round Pak-Afghan Talks Begin in Istanbul 2025

Thursday, November 6, 2025

Current Affairs

The third round Pak-Afghan talks commenced in Istanbul on Thursday, 6 November 2025. Pakistan and Afghanistan delegations met under Turkiye-Qatar mediation to consolidate a ceasefire and curb cross-border terrorism. These Pakistan Afghanistan

Jaishankar on India Japan relations: Bolsters Indo-Pacific Stability

Thursday, November 6, 2025

Current Affairs

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, speaking in Tokyo, stated that India-Japan relations form the bedrock of Indo-Pacific strategic stability. The remarks of Jaishankar on India Japan relations came during a high-level forum,

Northern Afghanistan Earthquake November injures 1000

Northern Afghanistan Earthquake November Injures Thousands

Thursday, November 6, 2025

Current Affairs

A 6.3-magnitude earthquake struck northern Afghanistan on Tuesday, November 4, killing at least 158 people and injuring over 300 in provinces including Baghlan and Takhar. The tremor, centred near Pul-e-Khumri, affected thousands,

Pakistan Govt IMF Report Release Ignites 2025 Bailout Debate

Thursday, November 6, 2025

Current Affairs

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistani government released its key IMF report release ahead of the IMF board meeting on Pakistan’s economic review. This document outlines adherence to bailout conditions for 2025 and seeks approval

Pakistan Iran Cultural MoU Signing Seals 4 Pacts for Deeper Ties

Thursday, November 6, 2025

Current Affairs

Pakistan’s Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Attaullah Tarar, and Iran’s Minister of Culture, Mohammad Mehdi Esmaili, signed four Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) to strengthen cultural ties in Tehran. The Pakistan Iran cultural

White House says Trump, Modi frequently talk amid trade surge

White House Says Trump Modi Frequent Talks Amid Trade Surge

Thursday, November 6, 2025

Current Affairs

The White House disclosed on Tuesday that US President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi engage in frequent conversations, primarily on trade and security matters, as bilateral talks intensify. This

48000 Police Officers Trained Ahead of Bangladesh Elections

Tuesday, November 4, 2025

Current Affairs

The Bangladesh Police Headquarters announced on Tuesday that 48000 police officers trained for the Bangladesh elections have completed specialised sessions ahead of the 13th national parliamentary vote. The initiative has covered 48,134

Avalanche Mount Yalung Ri Nepal Kills Seven

Tuesday, November 4, 2025

Current Affairs

An avalanche swept through the base camp of Mount Yalung Ri in Nepal on Monday morning, killing seven climbers and injuring four others in a group of 15. The incident occurred around

India’s High Gold Rates in November 2025 Hit ₹1.21 Lakh Mark

Tuesday, November 4, 2025

Business

High Gold rates in India reached a record ₹1,20,769 per 10 grams on Monday, November 4, 2025, amid global economic jitters and festive buying, impacting the jewellery sector and household budgets across

ChatGPT Go Free in India: 12-Month AI Surge

Tuesday, November 4, 2025

Current Affairs

OpenAI has made ChatGPT Go free in India available starting November 4, 2025. The company offers 12 months of the subscription tier to eligible users. This includes enhanced features like unlimited image

Norwegian Ambassador on Bangladesh Elections Urges Cultural Shift

Norwegian Ambassador on Bangladesh Elections 2026 Urges Cultural Shift

Tuesday, November 4, 2025

Current Affairs

Dhaka, Monday, August 25, 2025, 4:35 PM – Norwegian ambassador on Bangladesh elections, Håkon Arald Gulbrandsen, called for a mature political culture to ensure credible polls, speaking at a key seminar and

International Condolences Surge After November Afghanistan Quake Kills 20

Tuesday, November 4, 2025

Current Affairs

International condolences for the Afghanistan earthquake in November have poured in from global leaders and aid bodies after a 6.3-magnitude quake killed at least 20 people and injured over 600 near Mazar-i-Sharif

Pakistan and Turkiye Boost Bilateral Trade to $5bn Target

Tuesday, November 4, 2025

Business

Istanbul, November 3, 2025 – Pakistan and Turkiye agreed to boost bilateral trade during a high-level meeting on Monday. Commerce Minister Jam Kamal Khan met Trade Minister Prof Dr Omer Bolat in

DG ISPR Denies US Drone Operations Pact Claims

Tuesday, November 4, 2025

Current Affairs

Director General Inter-Services Public Relations (DG ISPR) Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry categorically denied reports of any secret agreement permitting US drone operations into Afghanistan from Pakistani territory. The statement came during

Pakistan FM Dar Istanbul Gaza Talks Demand Ceasefire Enforcement

Monday, November 3, 2025

Current Affairs

Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar reached Istanbul on Monday for Pakistan FM Dar Istanbul Gaza talks aimed at bolstering the October ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. The one-day huddle convenes Arab and

Bangladesh Election Preparatory Meetings 2025: Advance Poll Reforms

Monday, November 3, 2025

Current Affairs

The Election Commission issued directives for the 2025 election preparatory meetings in Bangladesh to district and regional officers on Monday, November 3. These sessions focus on logistics and security for the 13th

Pakistan China Submarine Deal 2026 Boosts Regional Defence

Monday, November 3, 2025

Business

Pakistan will commission its inaugural Hangor-class submarine in 2026 as part of the Pakistan China submarine deal 2026, Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf announced in an exclusive interview. The $5

Nepal Supreme Court Halts Recall of 11 Envoys in Karki Setback

Monday, November 3, 2025

Uncategorized

Nepal’s Supreme Court has issued an interim order blocking the recall of 11 ambassadors, delivering a major blow to Interim Prime Minister Sushila Karki’s reform agenda amid mounting political pressures. Nepal Supreme

ED Freezes Anil Ambani Assets Worth Rs 3,000 Crore in PMLA Probe

Monday, November 3, 2025

Current Affairs

India’s Enforcement Directorate froze Anil Ambani assets worth Rs 3,000 crore, targeting over 40 properties in a money laundering investigation under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). The probe centres on

India Manufacturing PMI October 2025 Rises to 59.2 on Demand Surge

Monday, November 3, 2025

Business

India’s manufacturing sector posted its strongest expansion in five years in October 2025, with the HSBC India Manufacturing PMI (Purchasing Managers’ Index) climbing to 59.2 from 57.7 in September. Released on Monday,

Bangladesh 7-Day Deadline Pressures Parties on Referendum

Monday, November 3, 2025

Current Affairs

The Bangladesh 7-day deadline parties referendum has intensified as the interim government demands swift unity from political factions amid mounting tensions over constitutional reforms. The Yunus government has set a tight 7-day

PFUJ Demands Accountability for 142 Press Attacks in Pakistan

Monday, November 3, 2025

Current Affairs

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists (PFUJ) demanded accountability of press attackers in Pakistan, following a sharp rise in violations. Officials reported 142 cases from November 2024 to September 2025. The

President Zardari Doha Visit in November Forges 3 Key Alliances

Monday, November 3, 2025

Current Affairs

President Zardari Doha visit in November starting November 4, 2025, to attend the Second World Summit for Social Development in Qatar and engage in Pakistan-Qatar important meetings with global leaders. The three-day

Earthquake In Northern Afghanistan, November 2025 Kills 20

Monday, November 3, 2025

Current Affairs

A powerful 6.3-magnitude earthquake in Northern Afghanistan on Monday, 3 November 2025, at 0059 local time, killing at least 20 people and injuring 320 others near Mazar-i-Sharif in the Hindu Kush region,

Pakistan Iran Border Trade Targets $10bn Surge

Thursday, November 6, 2025

Current Affairs

Pakistan and Iran signed a trade agreement on Saturday to enhance Pakistan Iran border trade. The deal targets USD 10 billion in annual volume. Officials met in Quetta. They formed a joint

Climate Change Pakistan Floods Kill 150 in Monsoon Fury

Thursday, November 6, 2025

Current Affairs

At least 150 people died and over 2 million were displaced in Pakistan as climate change Pakistan floods battered the country on Monday. Torrential rains from an intensified monsoon system hit Sindh

ISRO Launches CMS-03 Heaviest Communication Satellite for Navy Might

Thursday, November 6, 2025

Current Affairs

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) launches CMS-03, its heaviest communication satellite weighing 4,410 kg, from Sriharikota on November 2, 2025, at 5:26 pm IST via the LVM3-M5 rocket. This GSAT-7R Navy

Khawaja Asif Optimistic: Qatar-Turkey Mediation Signals Pak-Afghan Thaw

Qatar-Turkey Mediation Signals Pak-Afghan Thaw: Khawaja Asif Optimistic

Thursday, November 6, 2025

Current Affairs

ISLAMABAD: Khawaja Asif optimistic about Qatar-Turkey mediation efforts emerged on Saturday as Pakistan and Afghanistan extended their ceasefire following Istanbul talks. The defence minister voiced hopes for a positive outcome from the

Afghanistan China Trade Hits $745 Million Milestone

Afghanistan China Trade Hits 745 Million USD Milestone

Thursday, November 6, 2025

Current Affairs

Afghanistan China trade hits 745 million dollars in the first nine months of 2025, with Afghan exports to China 18 million in the first nine months, and China’s imports from Afghanistan surge

Yunus Directs Army for Election Security in Bangladesh, Deploys 90,000 Troops

Thursday, November 6, 2025

Current Affairs

Dhaka, Monday, August 25, 2025 – Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus directed the army for election security in Bangladesh during a key meeting with service chiefs on Saturday evening. The order targets

Andhra Pradesh Temple Stampede Kills 9 in Festival Chaos

Thursday, November 6, 2025

Current Affairs

Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh – At least nine devotees died and over 25 others suffered injuries in the Andhra Pradesh temple stampede at the Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple in Kashibugga, Srikakulam district, on

Delhi Air Quality Remains Poor in November, AQI at 251

Saturday, November 1, 2025

Current Affairs

Delhi air quality remains poor November 1, 2025, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) climbing to 251 amid persistent smog. The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) recorded this level at 4pm, up

Sri Lanka Trade Deficit Widens to $910m

Saturday, November 1, 2025

Business

Sri Lanka trade deficit widened to USD 910 million in September 2025, up from USD 634 million a year earlier, as imports rose sharply while exports posted moderate growth. The Central Bank

Pakistan Issues 2,100 Visas to Indian Sikhs for Guru Nanak Festival

Saturday, November 1, 2025

Current Affairs

Pakistan issued over 2,100 visas to Indian Sikh pilgrims on Wednesday for the Guru Nanak Jayanti festival, scheduled from November 4 to 13, 2025, at Gurdwara Janam Asthan in Nankana Sahib. This

Bangladesh EC Election Schedule December Sets February 2026 Polls

Saturday, November 1, 2025

Current Affairs

The Bangladesh EC elections to unveil the schedule in December, targeting national polls for February 2026 amid ongoing preparations for a free and fair process. This announcement comes as Bangladesh navigates post-upheaval

US Pakistan Rare Earth Minerals Meeting Challenges China’s Dominance

Saturday, November 1, 2025

Business

A US delegation led by Critical Minerals Forum President Robert Louis Strayer II met Pakistan’s Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb in Islamabad on October 31, 2025, to discuss cooperation in the US Pakistan

Torkham Border Reopens for Afghan Deportation After 20 Days

Saturday, November 1, 2025

Current Affairs

The Torkham border reopens on Friday for Afghan deportation, enabling the repatriation of undocumented migrants after a 20-day closure triggered by cross-border clashes. Khyber Deputy Commissioner Bilal Shahid confirmed the move, with

Shaikh Hasina and 260 Others Declared CID Fugitive

260 Others Declared CID Fugitive Including Shaikh Hasina

Saturday, November 1, 2025

Current Affairs

The Criminal Investigation Department issued the Hasina CID fugitive notice on 31 October 2025. It declares former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and 260 others fugitives in a sedition case. The notice appeared

Indian Passport Ranking Falls to 85th

Saturday, November 1, 2025

Current Affairs

The Indian passport ranking saw its fall 2025 to 85th place in the Henley Passport Index, granting access to 57 destinations. Henley & Partners unveiled the October update on 14 October 2025.

Maldives Generational Smoking Ban Takes Effect Today

Saturday, November 1, 2025

Current Affairs

The Maldives government activated the world’s first generational smoking ban on Saturday, prohibiting individuals born on or after 1 January 2007 from buying, using, or possessing tobacco products. President Mohamed Muizzu ratified

India Sri Lanka Power Grid Talks Advance on 1,000 MW HVDC Link

Friday, October 31, 2025

Business

India and Sri Lanka held virtual talks on Monday, August 25, 2025, to advance their power grid talks for interconnection project. Led by India’s Ministry of Power Secretary Pankaj Agarwal and Sri

Pakistan-Afghanistan Ceasefire Extension Indefinitely After Istanbul Talks 2025

Friday, October 31, 2025

Current Affairs

Pakistan and Afghanistan agreed on Thursday to their ceasefire extension indefinitely during talks in Istanbul, mediated by Turkey and Qatar, averting further escalation along their porous border. The decision, announced via a

Afghanistan COP30 Preparation Intensifies with Urgent Inclusion Drive

Friday, October 31, 2025

Current Affairs

Afghanistan is ramping up its COP30 preparation through a series of consultative meetings and adaptation initiatives, set to culminate in a unified delegation at the UN Climate Change Conference from 10 to

US India 10 Year Defence Pact Signed, Hegseth Announces

Friday, October 31, 2025

Current Affairs

US India 10 year defence pact says Hegseth as the United States and India signed a landmark 10-year defence framework agreement on Friday, October 31, 2025, during bilateral talks here. US Secretary

Yunus Referendum Decision Bangladesh: Verdict Due Soon

Friday, October 31, 2025

Current Affairs

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus will make the final call on the referendum for the July Charter in Bangladesh, Law Adviser Asif Nazrul stated on Thursday, October 30, 2025, amid sharp divisions

Ishaq Dar Anita Anand Cooperation Targets Trade Surge

Friday, October 31, 2025

Business

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar received a call from Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand on Thursday evening, October 30, to advance Ishaq Dar Anita Anand cooperation. The discussion, held

Non-Sanctioned Russian Suppliers: Indian Oil Buys 5 Cargoes

Friday, October 31, 2025

Current Affairs

Indian Oil Corporation bought five cargoes of Russian crude from non-sanctioned Russian suppliers for December delivery. The move follows US sanctions on major Russian oil firms. Traders confirmed the purchases. This step

US-China Preliminary Trade Truce

Thursday, October 30, 2025

Business

US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping met on the sidelines of the APEC Summit in Busan, South Korea, on Thursday, October 30, 2025, to discuss a temporary trade agreement.

Khurram Zeeshan Senate Win Article 63 Vacancy

Thursday, October 30, 2025

Current Affairs

PTI-backed Khurram Zeeshan won the Senate seat from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), securing 91 votes to fill the Khurram Zeeshan Senate win Article 63 vacancy left by the disqualification of former Leader of

Pakistan-Afghanistan Peace Talks Resume Amid Border Tensions

Thursday, October 30, 2025

Current Affairs

Pakistan agreed on Monday to resume Pakistan-Afghanistan peace talks with the Afghan Taliban in Istanbul following Turkiye’s mediation request, security sources said. The decision, made during the second round of dialogue over

EC New SOPs for Domestic Election Observers Boost Fair Polls 2026

Thursday, October 30, 2025

Current Affairs

The Election Commission (EC) of Bangladesh released new standard operating procedures (SOPs) for domestic election observers on Monday. These EC new SOPs for domestic election observers target the 13th National Parliamentary Election.

Indian Oil-Vitol Partnership Amid US Sanctions Boosts Trade

Thursday, October 30, 2025

Business

Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) announced plans on Wednesday to form a joint venture with global trader Vitol in Singapore, set for launch in early 2026, amid tightening US sanctions on Russian oil

Naqvi Pezeshkian Meeting: Iran Pledges Aid in Pak-Afghan Row

Thursday, October 30, 2025

Current Affairs

In Tehran on 29 October 2025, Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi held talks with Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian, where Iran offered mediation to address Pakistan-Afghanistan tensions triggered by cross-border attacks. The Naqvi

Trump: 250% Tariffs Stopped India-Pakistan War

Thursday, October 30, 2025

Business

US President Donald Trump stated on Wednesday that Trump 250% tariffs stopped India Pakistan war by forcing a ceasefire during a May flare-up that saw seven planes shot down. Speaking at the

Sheikh Hasina Warns of Massive Awami League Election Boycott

Massive Awami League 2026 Election Boycott: Sheikh Hasina Warns

Thursday, October 30, 2025

Current Affairs

Sheikh Hasina warns Awami League election boycott as millions of supporters prepare to shun the 2026 polls in Bangladesh. The former prime minister issued the threat from exile in India on Wednesday,

23rd India-China Corps Commander Meeting

Wednesday, October 29, 2025

Current Affairs

The 23rd India-China Corps Commander meeting took place on October 25, 2025, at the Chushul-Moldo border point. Indian and Chinese delegations exchanged views on the management of the Line of Actual Control.

India’s Largest Hydropower Project Test Run Powers Green Shift

Wednesday, October 29, 2025

Current Affairs

NHPC Limited launched India’s largest hydropower project test run on October 24, 2025. The wet commissioning targets the 2000 MW Subansiri Lower facility at Gerukamukh. Officials oversaw the turbine checks for the

Trump Ceasefire Claim: Congress Digs at Modi

Wednesday, October 29, 2025

Current Affairs

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh levelled a Congress dig at Modi, Trump ceasefire claim on Monday. US President Donald Trump repeated his assertion of halting India-Pakistan hostilities via trade threats. Ramesh posted the

Bangladesh: Sheikh Hasina Calls For Mass Voter Boycott Over Awami League Ban

Wednesday, October 29, 2025

Current Affairs

Exiled former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina calls for a mass voter boycott in response to her Awami League being barred from the Bangladesh election. The move threatens the legitimacy of the February

Cyclone Montha Destruction in Andhra Pradesh Claims One Life, Ruins Crops

Wednesday, October 29, 2025

Current Affairs

Cyclone Montha destruction struck Andhra Pradesh near Kakinada on Tuesday evening, October 28, 2025, killing one woman and destroying crops across thousands of hectares, with heavy rains and winds up to 110

Delhi Cloud Seeding Trial Fails: No Rain Despite ₹1.9 Cr Spent

Wednesday, October 29, 2025

Current Affairs

New Delhi’s latest attempt to induce artificial rain through cloud seeding trial fails to produce any precipitation, despite firing 16 flares into overcast skies and spending nearly ₹2 crore. The trial, conducted

Bangladesh, Maldives Strengthen Bilateral Cooperation in Key Sectors

Wednesday, October 29, 2025

Business

Bangladesh and the Maldives strengthen bilateral cooperation in education, religious affairs, and culture during a high-level meeting in Male. Bangladesh High Commissioner Dr Md Nazmul Islam met Maldives Minister of Islamic Affairs

Pakistan to Attend Gaza Peace Moot 2025 with 8 Nations

Wednesday, October 29, 2025

Current Affairs

Pakistan to attend Gaza peace moot 2025 as Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar leads a delegation to a high-level meeting in Turkiye next week. The gathering of eight foreign ministers focuses on implementing

Pakistan-Afghanistan Talks Deep Mistrust Sinks Istanbul Summit

Wednesday, October 29, 2025

Current Affairs

Pakistan-Afghanistan talks deep mistrust overshadowed three days of negotiations in Istanbul on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, where delegations failed to secure a lasting truce. Mediated by Qatar and Türkiye, the summit addressed

Bangladesh Expats Voting Rights Empower 15M Voices

Tuesday, October 28, 2025

Current Affairs

Bangladesh expats voting rights took effect on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, when the Election Commission unveiled a postal ballot system. The interim government announced the move at 4:35 PM Dhaka time. It

Afghanistan Attends Pivotal ECO Summit in Tehran for Security Boost

Tuesday, October 28, 2025

Current Affairs

Afghanistan attends ECO summit Tehran today, October 28, 2025, as interior ministers from 10 nations convene for the first time in 15 years. Led by Deputy Interior Minister Major General Alhaj Mullah

Rubio Jaishankar Meeting Malaysia Eases Tariff Fears

Tuesday, October 28, 2025

Current Affairs

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Indian External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar met in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on October 27, 2025. The Rubio Jaishankar meeting Malaysia occurred on the sidelines of

Commonwealth Election Observers Set for Bangladesh Polls 2026 Amid BNP Push

Tuesday, October 28, 2025

Current Affairs

The Commonwealth will deploy election observers to oversee Bangladesh’s upcoming national polls, BNP leader Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury announced after a meeting with a senior delegation on Sunday. The move addresses call

Shehbaz MBS Meeting Riyadh October Bolsters $25B Ties

Tuesday, October 28, 2025

Business

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held bilateral talks with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Riyadh on Monday, October 27, 2025, ahead of the Future Investment Initiative conference. The

Pakistan and Afghanistan, No Agreement as Negotiations Stall for 3rd Time

Tuesday, October 28, 2025

Current Affairs

In Istanbul, Pakistan and Afghanistan have come to no agreement on measures to combat cross-border terrorism after three days of intensive talks ending Monday. Delegations grappled with the core issue of verifiable

India Evacuates Thousands for Cyclone Montha Nears Landfall: 50000 Saved

Tuesday, October 28, 2025

Current Affairs

India evacuates thousands for Cyclone Montha as the cyclonic storm brews over the Bay of Bengal, threatening severe weather along the east coast. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts landfall near Kakinada

Bangladesh Pakistan 9th JEC Meeting Resumes After 20 Years

Tuesday, October 28, 2025

Current Affairs

DHAKA – The 9th JEC meeting between Bangladesh and Pakistan commenced on Monday at the NEC Conference Room in Sher-e-Bangla Nagar. Delegations led by Finance Adviser Dr. Salehuddin Ahmed and Petroleum Minister

India FY26 Growth Outlook Strong at 6.8%

Monday, October 27, 2025

Business

NEW DELHI – India’s FY26 growth outlook stands firm at 6.8 per cent, according to the Reserve Bank of India on Monday. The upgrade from 6.5 per cent reflects strong private consumption

Pakistan-Afghanistan Peace Talks

Monday, October 27, 2025

Current Affairs

ISTANBUL – The Pakistan-Afghanistan peace talks in Istanbul entered their third day on Monday, with no breakthrough, as delegations grappled with accusations of stalled cooperation on cross-border security. The discussions, hosted by

India China Direct Flights Resume October: 5-Year Thaw Ignites Trade Hopes

Monday, October 27, 2025

Current Affairs

India and China resumed direct flights on Monday, October 27, 2025, when IndiGo’s inaugural Kolkata to Guangzhou service touched down with 180 passengers. The move ends a five-year halt triggered by the

Nepal Two Youth Ministers Bolster Interim Cabinet

Monday, October 27, 2025

Current Affairs

Nepal two youth ministers’ interim cabinet expansion occurred on Monday, August 25, 2025, when Prime Minister Sushila Karki recommended their appointments to President Ram Chandra Paudel. Bablu Gupta and Sudha Gautam took

Trump Vows to Resolve Pak-Afghan Tensions Quickly

Monday, October 27, 2025

Current Affairs

US President Donald Trump vowed to resolve Pak-Afghan tensions quickly on Sunday during a ceasefire signing in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The statement came as the second round of peace talks between Pakistan

Reliance Races Battery Gear Orders Out of China Before November Curbs

Monday, October 27, 2025

Business

Reliance Industries dispatched a team to China this week to expedite shipments of battery gear orders out of China. The move comes ahead of Beijing’s export curbs on battery supply chain equipment,

PPP to Form Government in Kashmir, Pakistan with 27 Seats

Monday, October 27, 2025

Current Affairs

The Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) will form government in Kashmir, Pakistan after securing 27 seats in the 52-member Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) Legislative Assembly. This majority emerged on October 26, 2025,

PM Announces Reopening Gas Connections for 600,000 Households Yearly

Monday, October 27, 2025

Current Affairs

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced the reopening gas connections to domestic consumers on Sunday, October 26, 2025, in Islamabad. The decision lifts a ban imposed in 2021 due to gas shortages. It

Delhi Air Quality Hits Hazardous 430 Post-Diwali Spike

Sunday, October 26, 2025

Current Affairs

Delhi air quality hits to hazardous levels on Sunday, October 26, 2025, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) reaching 430 in key areas, triggered by post-Diwali firecrackers and stagnant winds, as per

Cyclone Montha India Landfall October 2025 Looms: 90 km/h Winds Alert

Sunday, October 26, 2025

Current Affairs

India faces an imminent threat from Cyclone Montha India landfall October 2025, set to strike the Andhra Pradesh coast near Kakinada between 5:30 pm and 11:30 pm on Monday, October 28. The

Barapukuria Power Plant Shutdown Triggers 7-Day Northern Crisis

Sunday, October 26, 2025

Current Affairs

The Barapukuria power plant shutdown has left northern Bangladesh without 200 MW of essential electricity for seven days, stemming from mechanical faults in two units since October 16, 2025. Located in Dinajpur

12 Militants Killed in KP Operations October 2025

Sunday, October 26, 2025

Current Affairs

Security forces killed 12 militants in KP operations on October 25, 2025. The strikes targeted Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) hideouts in Bajaur, Hangu, and North Waziristan. A suicide vehicle met destruction in the

PM Shehbaz Sharif Leads Delegation to Riyadh FII9 for Key Deals

Sunday, October 26, 2025

Business

PM Shehbaz Sharif leads a high-level delegation to Riyadh for the Ninth Future Investment Initiative (FII9) from 27 to 29 October 2025. The visit, at the invitation of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed

India: BSF Hands Over Bangladeshis from Meherpur Border

Sunday, October 26, 2025

Current Affairs

Meherpur, Bangladesh – The BSF hands over Bangladeshis from Meherpur through flag meetings, where 60 nationals returned from India on 25 October 2025. The Border Security Force (BSF) transferred them to the

IMF Praises Bangladesh Reserves: $27B Milestone

Sunday, October 26, 2025

Business

Dhaka, Bangladesh) – IMF praises Bangladesh reserves after foreign exchange holdings climbed to USD 27.35 billion under the IMF’s valuation method as of 16 October 2025. Thomas Helbling, Deputy Director of the

Pakistan Afghanistan Peace Talks Fail: Khawaja Asif Warns of ‘Open War’

Sunday, October 26, 2025

Current Affairs

Islamabad, Pakistan– Pakistan Afghanistan peace talks unfold in Istanbul, where officials consolidate a recent Doha ceasefire brokered on 19 October 2025. Defence Minister Khawaja Asif issued an open war threat from Sialkot

Iran Seeks to Boost Maritime Connectivity With Pakistan

Sunday, October 26, 2025

Business

Tehran, Iran – Iran-Pakistan maritime connectivity advances through ministerial talks, where officials propose ferry links and port collaborations to achieve a USD 10 billion bilateral trade target. The discussions, held on 15-16

US AID Cuts: Rohingya Crisis, Malnutrition and Hunger Rise

Sunday, October 26, 2025

Current Affairs

Dhaka, Bangladesh – US aid cuts Rohingya hunger in Bangladesh’s Cox’s Bazar camps, where an 11 per cent surge in child malnutrition has emerged since January 2025, following the dismantling of USAID.

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