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Iranians mark Persian New Year amid war fears and uncertainty

Iranians are preparing for the Persian New Year, Nowruz, under the shadow of ongoing conflict, dampening the usual festive spirit across the country.In the days leading up to Nowruz — one of Iran’s most important celebrations — markets are typically filled with shoppers buying new ...

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Fire at South Korean auto parts factory injures at least 55

At least 55 people were injured after a fire broke out at an auto parts factory in South Korea’s central city of Daejeon on Friday, with authorities warning the number could rise.The National Fire Agency said 24 of the injured were in serious condition. Officials could not immediately confirm ...

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Italy, Germany and France offer help with Hormuz only after ceasefire

Six major international powers said Thursday they were ready "to contribute to" ensuring safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, though three stressed that any initiative would take place post-ceasefire.Britain, France, Germany, Italy, Japan and the Netherlands said Thursday they were r...

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Eid prayer in Chandpur village attracts just seven worshippers

UNB, Chandpur:: In an unusual development, Eid-ul-Fitr prayers were held with only seven worshippers in a village of Hajiganj upazila in Chandpur, two days ahead of the official celebration in Bangladesh, drawing widespread attention and curiosity in the area.Even more unusual was the fact that it w...

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Asia faces fuel crunch as Iran war disrupts energy flows

Countries in Asia are scrambling to conserve energy and protect consumers as the war on Iran and attacks on gas fields and oil refineries disrupt critical supplies, rattling markets and driving up prices.The crisis is hitting Asia hardest because of its heavy reliance on imported energy, much of whi...

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Gulshan Society Chand Raat-'26 festival marking Eid-ul-Fitr underway

A three-day colourful festival 'Gulshan Society Chandrat Utsob-'26' has begun in Gulshan of the capital city of Dhaka on the occassion of the holy Eid-ul-Fitr, which already has spread a festive atmosphere among the city dwellers.Although the festival has began on Wednesday evening at Gu...

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Which countries will celebrate Eid on Friday?

Several countries have announced that Eid Al Fitr will be observed on Friday, March 20, 2026, after completing 30 days of Ramadan and failing to sight the Shawwal crescent.Among the nations confirming Friday for Eid are Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Bahrain, Qatar, Kuwait, Turkey and Australia, reports Gul...

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Iran women’s football team returns home after asylum controversy

Members of Iran’s women’s national football team and their support staff have returned to Iran, Fars news agency reported.The agency showed the team being welcomed by officials and members of the public at the Turkiye-Iran Bazargan border after returning from a tournament in Australia.Th...

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Preparations afoot for largest Eid congregation at Sholakia Eidgah

UNB, Kishoreganj:: All preparations have been completed for the country’s largest Eid congregation at the historic Sholakia Eidgah Maidan in Kishoreganj, where the 199th Eid-ul-Fitr jamaat will be held at 10:00am.Continuing a tradition stretching nearly back to the early 19th century, the Eid ...

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‘Nil Sagar Express’ train derails in Bogura; several injured

UNB, Bogura:: Nine bogies of a train derailed at Santahar Rail Station in Adamdighi upazila in Bogura district on Wednesday afternoon, halting train communication between  Dhaka and the northern parts of the country.Several people suffered injuries due to the derailment, said witnesses.Nine bog...

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Israel claims killing Iran intelligence chief as Middle East tensions surge

Israel has claimed it killed Iran’s Intelligence Minister Esmail Khatib in an overnight strike, further escalating tensions across the Middle East amid ongoing exchanges of attacks.Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz said Khatib was “eliminated” during the operation, but there has...

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"Yes, I'm alive": Netanyahu debunks death rumours In new clip with US Ambassador

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has dismissed online rumours about his death, appearing in a new video alongside US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee.The clip comes after days of speculation over Netanyahu’s absence and misleading posts suggesting he appeared with “six fingers...

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US hits Iran missiles near Hormuz with 2,200 kg 'bunker buster' bombs

In a major escalation in the Gulf, the United States military struck Iranian missile sites near the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday, using multiple 5,000-pound (2,268 kg) “bunker-buster” bombs to target hardened installations that threatened international shipping.The raid follows Iran&rsquo...

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Russia expresses concern over U.S. pressure on Cuba, pledges support

The Russian Foreign Ministry on Tuesday expressed serious concern over escalating U.S. pressure on Cuba, pledging to provide necessary support for the Caribbean nation.In a statement, the ministry condemned what it called deliberate attempts to interfere in Cuba’s domestic affairs, intimidate ...

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Iran executes man accused of spying for Mossad

Iran has executed a man accused of spying for Israel’s intelligence agency, Mossad, the semi-official Tasnim news agency reported.According to Tasnim, the man, described as an Israeli spy, provided Mossad with images and sensitive information about key locations in Iran. His death sentence, ap...

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About 90 ships cross Strait of Hormuz as Iran continues oil exports despite war

Around 90 ships, including oil tankers, have crossed the Strait of Hormuz since the outbreak of war with Iran, with the country continuing to export millions of barrels of oil even as the strategic waterway faces partial closure, according to maritime and trade data.Many vessels were “dark&rdq...

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No long tailbacks on Gazipur highways, fare hike complaints surface

UNB, Gazipur:: There were no reports of prolonged traffic congestion on two major highways in Gazipur on Wednesday, offering relief to Eid travellers.From early morning, a heavy flow of homebound vehicles was seen on the Dhaka–Tangail and Dhaka–Mymensingh highways, as people headed towar...

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Judge orders restoration of Voice of America, hundreds of journalists to return to work

A US federal judge on Tuesday directed the Trump administration to reinstate operations of Voice of America, which had been largely shut down a year ago, clearing the way for hundreds of employees on administrative leave to resume work.US District Court Judge Royce C. Lamberth instructed the U.S. Ag...

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Two killed in Iranian strike on Tel Aviv as Gulf states intercept drones

At least two people were killed after an Iranian missile strike hit multiple locations around Tel Aviv, according to Israeli police and emergency services.An emergency responder from Israel’s Magen David Adom (MDA) ambulance service told AFP that several sites were struck, with visible smoke r...

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Iran army chief vows ‘decisive’ retaliation over Larijani killing

Iran’s army chief Amir Hatami has warned of a “decisive” response following the killing of senior security official Ali Larijani in an Israeli airstrike.In a statement, Hatami said Iran would deliver a “deterrent and regretful” retaliation against what he described as &...