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Back-to-back Israeli strikes kill at least 29 in Gaza as US struggles to broker ceasefire deal

The latest Israeli bombardment included a strike on a home in Deir al-Balah that killed a woman and her six children, according to Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital.

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Moosa Zameer, Foreign minister of the Maldives

Maldives Foreign Minister hails India’s democracy, reinforces strong bilateral ties

At India's 78th Independence Day event, foreign minister of the Maldives Moosa Zameer praised the renewed India-Maldives relationship, highlighting Maldives President Muizzu’s commitment to strengthening ties. The celebration featured Indian and Maldivian performances, showcasing cultural connections.

United Nations Human Rights Council

UN report reveals deadly unrest in Bangladesh, urges comprehensive investigation

According to the 10-page report titled “Preliminary Analysis of Recent Protests and Unrest in Bangladesh”, nearly 400 deaths were reported between July 16 and Aug 4 while around 250 people were reportedly killed following the new wave of protests between Aug 5 and 6, leading to the ouster of former prime minister Sheikh Hasina.

French fighter jet

Two French pilots killed after Rafale warplanes collide mid-air

The incident took place during a combat maneuver in the Vosges region near the town of Colombey-les-Belles, according to the French Defense Ministry’s statement.

China Rocket

Closely monitoring orbit area of its rocket explosion: China

According to space monitoring agencies and the US Space Command, one of China’s Long March 6A rockets, after being launched from the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Centre on Aug 6, broke apart in low-Earth orbit last week. Media reports from the US quoted experts as saying that the high level of debris had placed more than 1,000 satellites and other orbiting objects at risk.

Bangladesh ousted PM Sheikh Hasina

Former Bangladesh PM Hasina and nine others face investigation for genocide and crimes against humanity

A complaint was filed on Aug 13 with the investigation agency of Bangladesh's International Crimes Tribunal against Hasina, Awami League general secretary and former road transport and bridges minister Obaidul Quader, former home minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal, and several other prominent figures within the party.

Indians overseas celebrate 78th Independence Day of India with patriotic pride

Diaspora members and embassy officials came together for the play, "Biography of a revolutionary hero", bringing to life the stories of Bhagat Singh, Chandrashekhar Azad, Pritilata Waddedar and Ramprasad Bismil.