Bangladesh has temporarily suspended its consular services in New Delhi, the Indian capital, amidst growing tensions between the two nations. The decision was made after a protest rally was held in front of the High Commission of Bangladesh in New Delhi two days ago. The Bangladeshi mission cited the volatile situation as the reason for the temporary suspension of consular services.
According to reports, the Indian protesters had threatened the High Commissioner with assassination, prompting the Bangladeshi authorities to take the measure. In retaliation, India had closed its visa center in Chittagong a day earlier.
In a separate incident, a small plane carrying seven people, including a patient, crashed into the Gulf of Mexico en route to the Houston Airport in the United States. The incident has sparked widespread concern and has been widely reported in the American media.
In other news, Tarique Rahman, the acting chairman of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and a prominent Bangladeshi politician, is set to return to Bangladesh after 17 years in exile.
In a shocking turn of events, a woman in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh was arrested for murdering her husband and later dumping his body in a canal, only to claim that it was swept away by a strong current.
US President Donald Trump has expressed concerns that those who have had dealings with Jeffrey Epstein in the past may suffer damage to their reputation. Trump’s comments come as a new batch of documents related to Epstein’s alleged crimes is released.
In other international news, the US has announced plans to withdraw 30 ambassadors under its “America First” policy. The move is seen as a reflection of the Trump administration’s priorities under its “America First” policy.
In Lebanon, Israeli forces have been accused of violating a ceasefire agreement, sparking widespread condemnation. The incident has been widely reported on social media, with many calling for action to be taken.
In the UK, a new report has highlighted the growing popularity of nicotine pouches among teenagers, with many experts expressing concern about the potential health risks. The report has sparked a renewed debate about the use of nicotine products among young people.
In a related development, the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) has warned that the UK’s decision to withdraw from the convention could have serious consequences for the country’s human rights record.
In further news, a Russian investigative committee has confirmed that Lieutenant General Valery Vostrotin, the head of the Russian General Staff’s Operational Training Directorate, has passed away. Vostrotin was convicted of corruption charges in 2022 and had been serving a 12-year sentence.
In Pakistan, a police officer, Shahrbanu Naveed, has become the subject of a social media controversy after she was seen dancing at a wedding. The incident has sparked a heated debate about the role of women in Pakistani society.
In sports news, a Pakistani player was accused of provoking Indian players during the Under-19 Asia Cup final. The incident has sparked a heated debate about sportsmanship and fair play.
