Category: World

Dubai: The world’s largest food and beverage trade exhibition, Gulfood 2026, has officially begun in Dubai, marking the 31st edition of the globally acclaimed mega-event. This year’s Gulfood is being hailed as the biggest food and beverage trade show ever, both in scale and participation. For the first time in its history, Gulfood is being held simultaneously at two major venues — the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) and the Dubai Exhibition Centre at Expo City Dubai. With this expansion, the total exhibition area has grown to nearly 280,000 square…

Washington: The World Health Organization (WHO) has expressed serious concern over the United States’ decision to withdraw from the global health body, warning that the move could undermine international health security. WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus strongly criticized the decision, stating that the reasons cited by the US are factually incorrect and misleading. In a post on social media platform X, Dr. Tedros emphasized that the United States has been a founding member of the WHO and has played a pivotal role in many of the organization’s historic public…

Dhaka: With Bangladesh heading toward national elections scheduled for February, concerns are mounting over a sharp rise in communal tensions across the country. A recent report has alleged that some political candidates are deliberately inciting violence against Hindu minorities as part of a calculated strategy to mobilize votes, raising serious questions about minority safety and the role of political leadership in preventing sectarian unrest. According to the report, the interim government led by Muhammad Yunus has so far failed to effectively curb attacks against Hindus or ensure adequate protection for…

New Delhi: As the third decade of the 21st century unfolds, global politics faces a turning point where international norms, sovereignty, and multilateral cooperation appear increasingly fragile. Aggressive claims over Greenland, Britain, and Venezuela, alongside tariff wars leveraged as geopolitical tools, signal a shift from traditional diplomacy toward pressure and coercion. Amid this backdrop, the proposed India-European Union Free Trade Agreement (FTA) emerges as a potential alternative global economic axis. Trump’s Strategic Use of TariffsThe Trump administration has treated tariffs as a strategic weapon. Initially targeting China, then Europe, and…

New Delhi: Ousted Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has presented a five-point plan aimed at restoring democracy in Bangladesh. She called for the removal of the interim government led by Muhammad Yunus and demanded an impartial international investigation into the events that led to her exile. The announcement came as campaigning began for the parliamentary elections scheduled on February 12. Hasina, who has been residing in India since leaving Bangladesh on August 5, 2024, delivered the message through a recorded speech at a press conference organized by her supporters at…

Washington: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has agreed to join former US President Donald Trump’s proposed ‘Board of Peace’, a body designed to oversee post-war reconstruction and long-term stability in Gaza. UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan accepted Trump’s invitation, marking a significant diplomatic development in Middle East peace efforts. The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs officially confirmed the decision on Tuesday. The move forms a key pillar of Trump’s 20-point peace plan, which aims to bring a permanent end to the Gaza conflict and establish a framework…

Seoul: A South Korean court on Wednesday sentenced former Prime Minister Han Duck-soo to 23 years in prison in connection with a case linked to the imposition of martial law in December 2024. The case stems from the controversial decision by former President Yoon Suk Yeol to declare martial law on December 3, 2024, a move that triggered nationwide protests and a major political crisis. Han was serving as prime minister at the time of the declaration. Former President Yoon was recently sentenced to five years in prison for his…

London:  Brooklyn Beckham, the eldest son of football icon David Beckham, has sparked widespread attention after sharing a social media post claiming he has ended his relationship with his parents. The post, which has gone viral, contains serious allegations, including claims of control, emotional pressure and interference in his married life. Breaking his silence, Brooklyn alleged that constant parental control had caused him anxiety and stress for several years. He said the decision to distance himself from his family was taken to protect his mental well-being. In his post, Brooklyn…