The Peninsula 1h

Bangladesh FM in India, most senior visit since 2024 uprising

New Delhi: Bangladesh's foreign minister met his Indian counterpart in New Delhi on Wednesday, the most senior visit by a Dhaka envoy since the 2024 revolution toppled India's old ally Sheikh Hasina. Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman is taking part in a "goodwill visit", Bangladesh's state news agen»»»

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The Peninsula 3h

India mulls reptile river guards on Bangladesh border

Kolkata, India: India is considering releasing snakes and crocodiles along its frontier with Bangladesh, the Border Security Force said Wednesday, as New Delhi seeks to stave off unauthorised crossings. Senior Border Security Force officer Manoj Barnwal told AFP that "the use of reptiles" was discu»»»

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Qatar Tribune 16h

Qatar Charity highlights 12 medical initiatives implemented between 2021 and 2025 to help vulnerable communities

Tribune News Network Doha Marking World Health Day under the theme ‘Together for health, Stand with science’, Qatar Charity (QC) highlighted a package of 12 medical initiatives implemented between 2021 and 2025 to expand access to health care for vulnerable groups, particularly children, through tr»»»

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RT 21h

Dhaka seeks ‘new chapter’ in Bangladesh-India ties

Bangladesh is seeking to build a new chapter in its bilateral relationship with India, a top aide to Bangladeshi Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has said. Humaiun Kobir, the prime minister’s foreign affairs adviser, said that Dhaka is keen to avoid a repeat of “past mistakes.” “Our bilateral relation»»»

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RT 1d

Sri Lanka to buy Russian crude oil amid Middle East energy crisis

Sri Lanka will purchase crude oil from Russia after reaching an agreement with Moscow amid the energy crisis spurred by the Middle East conflict, the island nation’s transport minister, Bimal Rathnayake, has said. Rathnayake told TASS on Monday that “energy is our priority today,” adding that the U»»»

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UPI 06.04. 17:13

Bangladesh begins vaccine push after 98 children died - UPI.com

Bangladesh is starting a measles vaccination campaign after more than 98 children have died of the highly contagious diseases. File Photo by Annie Rice/EPA April 6 (UPI) -- Bangladesh launched an emergency vaccination campaign to protect more than a million children from measles, after at least 98 »»»

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France24 06.04. 06:44

Nepal, Bangladesh, Morocco, Madagascar: What have the Gen Z protests achieved?

Six months after a wave of protest movements shook the political elite of countries across the Global South, the “Gen Z” activists continue their struggle for social justice. But while some of these activists have managed to bring down governments, building a viable political alternative remains a »»»

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The Peninsula 05.04. 15:34

Bangladesh says suspected measles outbreak kills about 100 children

Dhaka: Bangladesh said it suspected measles killed at least 98 children in the past three weeks, official data showed Sunday, with Dhaka ramping up vaccination efforts in the worst-affected areas. Last week, Prime Minister Tarique Rahman directed two senior ministers to travel across the South Asia»»»

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The Peninsula 04.04. 16:19

China beats Bangladesh for second straight win at AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup

Bangkok, Thailand: China defeated Bangladesh 2-0 in their second Group A match at the 2026 AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup on Saturday at Nonthaburi Stadium in Thailand, securing their second consecutive group-stage win. Facing Bangladesh, who have qualified for the AFC U-20 Women's Asian Cup finals for »»»

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Naharnet 04.04. 10:57

Middle East war: Global economic fallout

Here are the latest economic events in the Middle East war: - More ships pass Hormuz - A French-owned and a Japanese-owned vessel are among a handful of ships to have transited the war-torn Strait of Hormuz, maritime tracking data showed Friday. The passage, a vital route for oil and liquified natu»»»

Gulf News 03.04. 19:18

Earthquake in India: Tremors felt across Delhi-NCR, parts of North India

Earthquake tremors were felt across Delhi-NCR and several parts of North India on Friday, triggering panic among residents who rushed out of homes and office buildings. There were, however, no immediate reports of any casualties. The tremors were reported from multiple locations, including Delhi, N»»»

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The Peninsula 03.04. 15:30

Pakistan announces free public transport as energy crisis bites

Islamabad, Pakistan: State-run public transport in Pakistan's capital and most populous province will be free for the coming month, officials said on Friday, after the government drastically raised fuel prices due to spiking global energy prices caused by the Middle East conflict. The announcement »»»

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24 News Agency 03.04. 13:26

Kyrgyzstan strengthens its position in paperless trade in Asia-Pacific region - | 24.KG

The Kyrgyz Republic is strengthening its position in developing paperless trade in the Asia-Pacific region. The press service of the Ministry of Economy reported. According to it, the fifth session of the Standing Committee of the Framework Agreement on Facilitation of Cross-Border Paperless Trade »»»

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The Peninsula 03.04. 12:36

Bangladesh cuts office hours, turns off wedding lights to save energy

Dhaka: Bangladesh cut office, shop hours and banned decorative lighting at weddings starting on Friday as it seeks to conserve energy stocks after global price hikes due to the Middle East war. Bangladesh imports 95 percent of its oil and gas needs, mostly from the Middle East and said that, while »»»

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Al Awsat 03.04. 10:34

Bangladesh Cuts Working Hours to Save Energy Amid Middle East Crisis

Bangladesh has ‌launched fresh measures to curb energy consumption, cutting office hours and trimming public spending as conflict in the Middle East disrupts global fuel markets and strains power supply in the South Asian nation. Officials said the steps approved by cabinet on Thursday aim to stabi»»»

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Gulf News 03.04. 07:24

Endless lines, empty wallets: World’s poorest nations buckle under $155 billion fuel burden

Amidst the global fuel crunch, a stark economic and humanitarian reality confronts the world's most vulnerable. A relentless cascade: fuel prices spiraling, household budgets breaking, roads falling silent — and snaking queues at the pump growing longer by the hour. "Poorest nations pay $155 billio»»»

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BNE 03.04. 06:23

China blames US-Israeli 'illegal' war for Hormuz crisis and refuses to back Trump's 'just take it' call

China said on April 2 that the Strait of Hormuz crisis was caused entirely by "US-Israel illegal military operations against Iran" and that only an end to the fighting would restore safe shipping through the waterway, directly rejecting President Trump's suggestion that countries should go to the s»»»

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BNE 03.04. 06:23

A long Iran war will lead to severe shortages, says Oxford Economics

A sustained escalation of the US/Israel–Iran conflict could push global oil markets beyond a price shock into severe physical shortages, with rationing, supply chain disruption and recessionary pressures becoming increasingly likely, according to a note from Oxford Economics. »»»

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BNE 03.04. 06:23

A long Iran war will lead to severe shortages, says Oxford Economics

A sustained escalation of the US/Israel–Iran conflict could push global oil markets beyond a price shock into severe physical shortages, with rationing, supply chain disruption and recessionary pressures becoming increasingly likely, according to a note from Oxford Economics. »»»

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BNE 03.04. 06:23

A long Iran war will lead to severe shortages, says Oxford Economics

A sustained escalation of the US/Israel–Iran conflict could push global oil markets beyond a price shock into severe physical shortages, with rationing, supply chain disruption and recessionary pressures becoming increasingly likely, according to a note from Oxford Economics. »»»

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BNE 03.04. 06:23

A long Iran war will lead to severe shortages, says Oxford Economics

A sustained escalation of the US/Israel–Iran conflict could push global oil markets beyond a price shock into severe physical shortages, with rationing, supply chain disruption and recessionary pressures becoming increasingly likely, according to a note from Oxford Economics. »»»

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BNE 03.04. 06:23

China blames US-Israeli 'illegal' war for Hormuz crisis and refuses to back Trump's 'just take it' call

China said on April 2 that the Strait of Hormuz crisis was caused entirely by "US-Israel illegal military operations against Iran" and that only an end to the fighting would restore safe shipping through the waterway, directly rejecting President Trump's suggestion that countries should go to the s»»»

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BNE 03.04. 06:23

A long Iran war will lead to severe shortages, says Oxford Economics

A sustained escalation of the US/Israel–Iran conflict could push global oil markets beyond a price shock into severe physical shortages, with rationing, supply chain disruption and recessionary pressures becoming increasingly likely, according to a note from Oxford Economics. »»»

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BNE 03.04. 06:23

A long Iran war will lead to severe shortages, says Oxford Economics

A sustained escalation of the US/Israel–Iran conflict could push global oil markets beyond a price shock into severe physical shortages, with rationing, supply chain disruption and recessionary pressures becoming increasingly likely, according to a note from Oxford Economics. »»»

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BNE 03.04. 06:23

A long Iran war will lead to severe shortages, says Oxford Economics

A sustained escalation of the US/Israel–Iran conflict could push global oil markets beyond a price shock into severe physical shortages, with rationing, supply chain disruption and recessionary pressures becoming increasingly likely, according to a note from Oxford Economics. »»»

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BNE 03.04. 06:23

China blames US-Israeli 'illegal' war for Hormuz crisis and refuses to back Trump's 'just take it' call

China said on April 2 that the Strait of Hormuz crisis was caused entirely by "US-Israel illegal military operations against Iran" and that only an end to the fighting would restore safe shipping through the waterway, directly rejecting President Trump's suggestion that countries should go to the s»»»

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BNE 03.04. 06:23

A long Iran war will lead to severe shortages, says Oxford Economics

A sustained escalation of the US/Israel–Iran conflict could push global oil markets beyond a price shock into severe physical shortages, with rationing, supply chain disruption and recessionary pressures becoming increasingly likely, according to a note from Oxford Economics. »»»

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BNE 03.04. 06:23

China blames US-Israeli 'illegal' war for Hormuz crisis and refuses to back Trump's 'just take it' call

China said on April 2 that the Strait of Hormuz crisis was caused entirely by "US-Israel illegal military operations against Iran" and that only an end to the fighting would restore safe shipping through the waterway, directly rejecting President Trump's suggestion that countries should go to the s»»»

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Gulf News 02.04. 17:15

Philippines secures from Iran 'safe passage' of its ships, seafarers through the Strait of Hormuz

Manila: The Philippines has secured assurances from Iran for the safe passage of its ships and seafarers through the Strait of Hormuz, following high-level diplomatic outreach ordered by Ferdinand Marcos Jr. Foreign Affairs Secretary Ma. Theresa Lazaro said she held a “very productive” phone call o»»»

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The Peninsula 02.04. 14:01

Bangladesh hikes bottled gas as Mideast energy crisis deepens

Dhaka: Bangladesh on Thursday hiked prices of liquefied petroleum gas used for cooking and compressed natural gas in some cars by 29 percent, as the Mideast war worsens an energy crunch. The South Asian nation of 170 million people imports 95 percent of its oil and gas needs. With the latest price »»»

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Gulf News 01.04. 23:40

UAE air defences intercept 5 ballistic missiles, 35 UAVs

ABU DHABI: The UAE air defences on Wednesday intercepted 5 ballistic missiles and 35 UAVs launched from Iran. Since the start of the blatant Iranian attacks, UAE air defences have engaged 438 ballistic missiles, 19 cruise missiles and 2,012 UAVs. The attacks resulted in the martyrdom of 2 members o»»»

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BNE 01.04. 01:36

ASIA BLOG: China wins while Iran burns

The ongoing war in Iran, ignited by a combination of US and Israeli strikes on a globally recognised state-sponsor of terror across the Middle East, has unleashed a destructive chain reaction with far more losers than winners. Yet, in Asia, certain nations and in particular commercial interests are»»»

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Qatar Tribune 31.03. 23:30

QC performs free heart surgeries in Bangladesh

Tribune News Network Doha Despite the challenges and exceptional circumstances facing the region, Qatar Charity (QC) organised a free medical and surgical camp in Bangladesh to treat children suffering from congenital heart defects. The camp, held at Bangladesh Eye Hospital in the Capital, successf»»»

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Gulf News 31.03. 14:42

From pumps to power grids: Oil surge jolts global economy

The global economy is beginning to feel the full force of surging oil prices as conflict in the Middle East disrupts supply routes and drives up energy costs worldwide. With the Strait of Hormuz effectively blocked — a chokepoint that carries around a fifth of global oil supply — markets have react»»»

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24 News Agency 31.03. 14:26

First Eurovision Song Contest Asia to be held in Bangkok in November - | 24.KG

The first Eurovision Song Contest Asia will be held on November 14, 2026, in Bangkok, Thailand. The European Broadcasting Union, the organizer, reported. According to the Union, 10 countries have already submitted applications to participate: South Korea, Thailand, the Philippines, Vietnam, Malaysi»»»

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Gulf News 31.03. 13:50

11 killed, 188 injured since the start of Iranian attacks on the UAE

Abu Dhabi: UAE Air Defence Systems intercepted a new wave of missiles and drones on March 31, with the Ministry of Defence engaging eight ballistic missiles, four cruise missiles and 36 unmanned aerial vehicles launched from Iran. The latest incident brings the total number of projectiles intercept»»»

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Al Awsat 31.03. 07:51

Oil Slips, Stocks Rise as Report Says Trump Willing to End War

Oil prices sank and most stocks rose Tuesday, following a report that indicated Donald Trump was willing to end the Iran war even if the key Strait of Hormuz remained closed. But investors remain wary as the Wall Street Journal story came on the same day the US president threatened to destroy Iran'»»»

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Qatar Tribune 31.03. 00:10

AMIR RECEIVES MESSAGE FROM BANGLADESHI PRIME MINISTER

The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani received a written message from Prime Minister of Bangladesh Tarique Rahman, pertaining to bilateral relations and ways to enhance and develop them, as well as Bangladesh’s solidarity with Qatar in light of current regional developments. The message was r»»»

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The Peninsula 30.03. 17:35

Amir receives written message from Prime Minister of Bangladesh

Doha, Qatar: The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani received a written message from Prime Minister of the People's Republic of Bangladesh HE Tarique Rahman, pertaining to bilateral relations and ways to enhance and develop them, as well as Bangladesh's solidarity with the State of Qatar in lig»»»

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The Peninsula 30.03. 13:27

Bangladesh PM orders probe into measles outbreak

Dhaka: Bangladesh's prime minister has ordered an urgent nationwide review following a measles outbreak with more than 600 cases, officials said Monday. Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has directed two senior ministers to travel across the South Asian nation of 170 million people to assess the scale »»»

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Gulf News 30.03. 11:19

Middle East war: Global economic fallout, what's going on

Oil prices rose and Asian stocks fell on Monday as the Middle East war escalated, with Yemen's Houthi rebels entering the conflict and investors increasingly concerned that the United States would send in ground troops. Asian stock markets fell between one and three percent, and European markets op»»»

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The Peninsula 30.03. 10:22

Bangladesh turns off lights as Mideast war deepens energy crunch

Dhaka: Bangladesh has ordered civil servants to switch off the lights and turn down air conditioning to save power as the Mideast war worsens an energy crunch, officials said Monday. The South Asian nation of 170 million people imports 95 percent of its oil and gas needs. The Ministry of Public Adm»»»

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BNE 30.03. 09:16

Global fertiliser market starting to feel the pinch as stockpiles run low

Disruptions to the fertilisers market are starting to bite as stockpiles run low in Asia and beyond just as the spring planting season gets underway. Nearly half of global urea trade and 46% of total supply originates in t»»»

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BNE 30.03. 09:16

Global fertiliser market starting to feel the pinch as stockpiles run low

Disruptions to the fertilisers market are starting to bite as stockpiles run low in Asia and beyond just as the spring planting season gets underway. Nearly half of global urea trade and 46% of total supply originates in t»»»

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BNE 30.03. 09:16

Global fertiliser market starting to feel the pinch as stockpiles run low

Disruptions to the fertilisers market are starting to bite as stockpiles run low in Asia and beyond just as the spring planting season gets underway. Nearly half of global urea trade and 46% of total supply originates in t»»»

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BNE 30.03. 09:16

Global fertiliser market starting to feel the pinch as stockpiles run low

Disruptions to the fertilisers market are starting to bite as stockpiles run low in Asia and beyond just as the spring planting season gets underway. Nearly half of global urea trade and 46% of total supply originates in t»»»

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BNE 30.03. 09:16

Global fertiliser market starting to feel the pinch as stockpiles run low

Disruptions to the fertilisers market are starting to bite as stockpiles run low in Asia and beyond just as the spring planting season gets underway. Nearly half of global urea trade and 46% of total supply originates in t»»»

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BNE 30.03. 09:16

Global fertiliser market starting to feel the pinch as stockpiles run low

Disruptions to the fertilisers market are starting to bite as stockpiles run low in Asia and beyond just as the spring planting season gets underway. Nearly half of global urea trade and 46% of total supply originates in t»»»

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BNE 30.03. 09:16

Global fertiliser market starting to feel the pinch as stockpiles run low

Disruptions to the fertilisers market are starting to bite as stockpiles run low in Asia and beyond just as the spring planting season gets underway. Nearly half of global urea trade and 46% of total supply originates in t»»»

intellinews.com
BNE 30.03. 09:16

Global fertiliser market starting to feel the pinch as stockpiles run low

Disruptions to the fertilisers market are starting to bite as stockpiles run low in Asia and beyond just as the spring planting season gets underway. Nearly half of global urea trade and 46% of total supply originates in t»»»

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