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Huge Messi statue removed in Kolkata over safety fears

Tuesday, June 2, 2026

Sports

Messi statue removed in Kolkata: A 21-metre statue of footballer Lionel Messi has been taken down in India’s Kolkata after safety concerns were raised over the structure swaying in the wind. The

Cheap Chinese steel imports pressure India mills

Tuesday, June 2, 2026

Business

Cheap Chinese steel imports have revived concerns among Indian producers despite safeguard duties aimed at limiting low-priced shipments. Cheap Chinese steel imports return to India’s market Cheap Chinese steel imports more than

India’s Russian Oil Imports Hit Record High In June

India US Trade Pact Nears As Tariff Relief Debated

Tuesday, June 2, 2026

Current Affairs

India US trade pact talks are entering a decisive phase in New Delhi as tariff treatment under Washington’s Section 301 process remains a key unresolved issue. India US trade pact talks resume

Idle airports revival to start with Bogra - Bangladesh

Bangladesh – Idle airports revival to start with Bogra, Thakurgaon

Monday, June 1, 2026

Current Affairs

Idle airports in Bangladesh are set to be reactivated in phases, with Bogra and Thakurgaon prioritised first, as the government seeks to improve domestic connectivity, support regional trade and expand air transport

Rohingya refugees receive EUR 2m from Finland

Bangladesh – Rohingya refugees receive EUR 2m Finland support

Monday, June 1, 2026

Current Affairs

Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh will receive EUR 2 million in new support from Finland through UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, after the contribution was announced in Dhaka on Sunday, May 31, 2026,

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