Bangladesh’s interim government chief Muhammad Yunus has rejected concerns over strained relations between Bangladesh and India, asserting that the diplomatic ties between the two neighboring nations remain strong despite recent tensions. Yunus acknowledged that some conflicts have emerged but attributed them mainly to misinformation and propaganda rather than any fundamental changes in the relationship.In an interview with BBC Bangla, Yunus highlighted the historical, political, and ec

Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), one of India's leading public sector enterprises, has announced vacancies for the post of Assistant Quality Control Officer. The recruitment drive offers competitive salaries, career growth opportunities, and a structured selection process for eligible candidates.The notification details the eligibility criteria, salary structure, service bond, and selection procedure, inviting qualified professionals to apply before the deadline.  

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have officially announced Ajinkya Rahane as their captain and Venkatesh Iyer as vice-captain for the IPL 2025 season. The decision comes as KKR gears up to defend their title and aims to build on their success from the previous season.KKR CEO Venky Mysore expressed confidence in the leadership duo, highlighting Rahane’s experience and composure and Iyer’s long-standing association with the franchise."We are delighted to have Ajinkya Rahane lead

India continued its unbeaten run in the Champions Trophy 2025, securing a 44-run victory over New Zealand in a low-scoring thriller. With Varun Chakravarthy’s five-wicket haul leading the charge, India’s spinners showcased their strength, defending a total of 249/9. Despite a resilient innings by Kane Williamson, New Zealand struggled against India’s well-coordinated spin attack, failing to chase the target.The win marked India’s third consecutive victory in the league

Tensions between Israel and Hamas have escalated once again as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office announced a complete halt to aid and supplies into Gaza. This decision follows a deadlock in ceasefire negotiations, with Israel demanding a new hostage release deal and Hamas rejecting the revised proposal.The fragile six-week ceasefire, brokered with the help of Egypt and Qatar, now hangs in the balance as both sides refuse to compromise on key demands. While Israel insist

Canada has tightened its immigration and visa policies, affecting thousands of Indian students, workers, and temporary residents. Since the new Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations came into effect on January 31, 2025, reports indicate a rise in study permit revocations, visa scrutiny, and stricter departure enforcement.The Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has projected that 7,000 study permits could be revoked this year, impacting more than 4.27 lakh Indian stud

The Indian government is working on refining the Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme to increase local value addition and export-driven growth in key industries. While the scheme has successfully attracted investment across multiple sectors, officials believe that further improvements are needed to address import dependency and enhance India's global manufacturing competitiveness.Since its launch in April 2020, the PLI scheme has been instrumental in drawing substantial investments i

Choosing the right tax regime is an important decision for taxpayers in India. The old and new tax regimes offer different benefits, and individuals must carefully analyze their financial situation before selecting the most suitable option. While salaried employees have the flexibility to switch every year, business professionals have a more restricted choice.The decision between the two regimes depends on factors such as tax-saving investments, exemptions, and deductions. Understanding these

Google co-founder Sergey Brin has advised employees working on the company’s Gemini AI models to follow a 60-hour workweek and attend office daily in a bid to boost productivity and accelerate artificial general intelligence (AGI) development. This move comes as competition in AI innovation intensifies, with industry giants racing to achieve AGI dominance.In an internal memo accessed by The New York Times, Brin outlined his vision for an optimal work schedule, stating that a 60-hour wor

India is heading into one of its hottest years on record, with meteorologists predicting severe heatwaves and soaring temperatures across the country in 2025. February 2025 was officially Delhi’s warmest in 74 years, and forecasts suggest that March will be significantly hotter than usual, bringing an increased number of heatwave days.Climate experts warn that 2025 could surpass 2024 in terms of extreme temperatures, highlighting rising global warming trends. With greenhouse gas emissio

In response to widespread federal job losses, Maryland Governor Wes Moore has unveiled an initiative aimed at helping displaced federal employees find new opportunities within the state. The governor's executive action, announced Friday, outlines a plan to transition affected workers into state and county positions through job fairs and recruitment websites. Governor Moore made it clear that Maryland would not stand by while its residents face unemploym

  Fire Destroys Buildings on Vosseller Avenue, Causes Road Closures and Displaces Families A massive fire erupted on Vosseller Avenue late Friday morning, severely damaging multiple buildings and forcing the evacuation of several residents. The fire, which started around 10:30 a.m. between two structures, prompted an immediate emergency response as flames quickly spread.

As India prepares for their crucial ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Group A match against New Zealand, concerns about Rohit Sharma’s fitness have dominated discussions. Assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate assured fans that the Indian skipper is managing his injury well and remains on top of his recovery. Speaking in Dubai, ten Doeschate emphasized Rohit’s experience in handling such setbacks. “He’s all right. As you can see, he’s batting, and he did a little bit of

Iceland, known for its stunning landscapes, geothermal activity, and hot springs, is home to the world-famous Blue Lagoon near Reykjavik. This man-made geothermal spa is one of Iceland’s most visited attractions, drawing travelers seeking relaxation, natural beauty, and skin-rejuvenating mineral waters.The Blue Lagoon’s milky-blue waters come from the nearby Svartsengi power plant, which supplies hot geothermal water rich in silica, minerals, and algae, known for their therapeutic

India and the European Union (EU) have set a year-end deadline to finalize a long-awaited free trade agreement (FTA), marking a crucial milestone in their bilateral trade relations. The announcement came after Prime Minister Narendra Modi and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen met in New Delhi to strengthen India-EU economic and strategic ties.The trade agreement, under negotiation for several years, aims to expand economic cooperation, boost trade, and enhance market access b

The Pakistan cricket team is set for a major restructuring following its disastrous performance in the ICC Champions Trophy, where they were eliminated without securing a single win. The team, led by Mohammad Rizwan, managed just one point in the tournament, suffering defeats against New Zealand and India, while their match against Bangladesh was washed out. The disappointing campaign has led to speculation of sweeping changes within the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), selection committee, coac

The World Bank has advised India to lower import tariffs, ease regulatory restrictions, and simplify trade processes to enhance its global trade competitiveness and attract foreign investment. In a report released on Friday titled the Economic Memorandum on India, the World Bank highlighted that high trade costs caused by import tariffs on intermediate and capital goods, as well as non-tariff barriers, are limiting India's participation in global value chains (GVCs).The report emphasized

Technicolor India, a leading visual effects (VFX) and animation studio, has announced the closure of its operations in Bengaluru and Mumbai, affecting 3,200 employees. The decision is part of a global shutdown by its parent company, Technicolor Group, headquartered in Paris.This sudden move has left thousands of employees in distress, particularly in Bengaluru, where nearly 3,000 professionals were employed. The closure marks a significant blow to India's VFX and animation industry, which

Google has announced another round of job cuts, this time affecting employees in its People Operations (HR) and Cloud divisions. The move is part of a broader strategy to streamline operations, reallocate resources, and focus more heavily on artificial intelligence development. This restructuring follows Google's commitment to investing heavily in AI infrastructure while simultaneously seeking cost efficiencies across different business units.According to a report by CNBC, Google has laun

The Indian stock market is going through one of its worst phases in nearly three decades, with the Nifty 50 slipping 15% from its September peak. This marks its longest losing streak in 29 years, causing investor wealth to shrink by more than ₹90 lakh crore. On Friday, Nifty lost over 400 points, and the Sensex plunged by 1,400 points, sending shockwaves through Dalal Street.Investors are increasingly concerned about foreign institutional investor (FII) outflows, small- and mid-cap stock de