Pakistani hackers have targeted multiple Indian websites including Army Public School sites and military-affiliated platforms following last week’s Pahalgam terror attack. The hackers defaced pages with Pakistani flags and provocative messages about Kashmir. Indian cyber-security systems detected the intrusions and restored affected sites. These cyber attacks come amid escalating tensions after India accused Pakistan of involvement in the attack that killed 26 people.READ FULL
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Pakistan Minister Warns Of ‘Immediate Threat’ Of India War
Pakistan’s defense minister warned of potential war with India following a terrorist attack in Kashmir that killed 26 people, saying tensions could escalate within days. India has accused Pakistan of involvement, imposing diplomatic and water-sharing restrictions. Pakistan denies links and has retaliated by expelling diplomats and closing airspace to Indian carriers. Both nuclear powers have fought several wars over Kashmir since 1947.READ FULL
Carney’s Liberals win Canada election, will form minority government, CTV says
Canadian PM Mark Carney’s Liberals won Monday’s election but will likely fall short of a majority government, with CTV projecting 156 seats versus 172 needed. Trump’s tariff threats and annexation comments boosted Carney’s campaign after trailing by 20 points in January. Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre focused on cost of living and housing issues. The minority government outcome comes as Trump reiterated his call for Canada to become “the 51st state.”READ FULL
137 journalists sued so far
At least 137 journalists in Bangladesh face criminal charges in 32 cases related to the July uprising. They’ve been accused of murder, attempted murder, and even genocide alongside former PM Sheikh Hasina. Critics call this a threat to press freedom, while prosecutors claim journalists “aided and abetted” through their speeches. The Dhaka Union of Journalists warns these charges create a “culture of fear” in the profession.READ FULL
4 dead, including children, after vehicle crashes into US child centre
Four children and teens killed when vehicle crashed into Illinois after-school camp building Monday. Several others were hospitalized, including one airlifted. The driver was uninjured but taken for evaluation. Three victims were struck outside and one inside the YNOT After School Camp facility in Chatham. Governor Pritzker expressed horror at the tragedy, noting parents “said goodbye to their kids not knowing it would be the last time.”READ FULL
Kashmir leader calls for caution in Indian response after deadly attack
India’s Kashmir CM urges against alienating locals while pursuing militants who killed 26 people last week. Despite recent protests against the attack, authorities have demolished nine homes of suspected militants’ families. Residents question the demolitions, claiming they’ve lost contact with relatives allegedly involved with militant groups. Officials deny using explosives or detaining family members, stating they only target homes with militant connections.READ FULL
Pakistan High Commissioner briefs Dhaka on “regional issues”
Pakistan High Commissioner Syed Ahmed Maroof met with Bangladesh Foreign Secretary Md Jashim Uddin today, discussing regional issues amid India-Pakistan tensions over Kashmir. They expressed satisfaction with recent bilateral consultations and hoped for a rescheduled visit by Pakistan’s Deputy PM. Bangladesh has advocated for peaceful resolution through dialogue. The envoy also mentioned an ongoing Pakistani business delegation visit to Dhaka.READ FULL
CA opens Hajj app “Labbaik” for pilgrims
Chief Adviser Prof. Muhammad Yunus inaugurated “Labbaik,” a government-developed mobile app to facilitate hajj services, at Dhaka’s State Guest House Jamuna today. The app aims to help pilgrims perform religious practices smoothly. Yunus urged all hajj pilgrims to utilize this first government-managed service application.READ FULL
Paresh Rawal Reveals He Drank His Urine To Recover From Knee Injury: “Sipped It Like Beer”
Actor Paresh Rawal revealed he drank his own urine for 15 days to heal a knee injury sustained during filming “Ghatak.” Following advice from action director Veeru Devgn (Ajay Devgn’s father), Rawal adopted this unusual remedy after hospitalization at Mumbai’s Nanavati Hospital. He described drinking it “like a beer” while avoiding alcohol and tobacco. Rawal claims this treatment helped him recover in 1.5 months instead of the expected 2-2.5 months.READ FULL
Massive Protests In US, France, England, Germany Against Pahalgam Attack
Indian diaspora worldwide staged protests against the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people last Tuesday. Demonstrations in Canada, Europe, and the US featured Indian flags and anti-Pakistan slogans. Tensions between India and Pakistan have escalated as evidence links Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba to the attack, where Hindu victims were reportedly targeted. India has responded with diplomatic measures, including expelling Pakistani officials and suspending bilateral agreements.READ FULL
2024 Global Military Spending Hit $2.7 Trillion In Record Surge. Here’s Why
Global military spending hit $2.7 trillion in 2024, the steepest rise since the Cold War ended, with a 9.4% increase from 2023. Europe saw unprecedented growth at 17%, with Germany becoming the region’s biggest spender. Russia increased spending by 38%, while Israel’s surged 65% amid the Gaza conflict. The US remains the top spender at $997 billion, representing 37% of global military expenditure.READ FULL
Mild to moderate heat wave sweeps over parts of country
The Bangladesh Meteorological Department reports mild to moderate heat wave sweeping Rajshahi division and districts including Tangail, Faridpur, and others. Rain with lightning and gusty winds is expected in several divisions. Saturday’s maximum temperature reached 38.3°C in Rajshahi, while the minimum was 19°C in Rajarhat, Rangpur. Day and night temperatures are expected to remain unchanged across the country.READ FULL
Catholic Church in Bangladesh to host interfaith dialogue in September, Cardinal tells CA
Catholic Church in Bangladesh will host an interfaith dialogue this September, announced Cardinal George Jacob Koovakad, Vatican Prefect for Interreligious Dialogue, during a meeting with Bangladesh Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus in Rome. Yunus emphasized Bangladesh’s commitment to religious harmony and the Interim Government’s protection of all citizens’ rights regardless of background.READ FULL
‘Number of people’ killed after car driven into crowd in Canada
Several people have been killed and multiple others injured after a car was driven into a crowd during a street festival in Vancouver, Canada on Saturday evening. The exact death toll has not yet been confirmed. Vancouver Police have taken the driver into custody as the investigation continues.READ FULL
Eid releases rack up big numbers at the box office
After four weeks in theaters, Shakib Khan’s “Borbaad” leads Eid releases with an impressive Tk 62.57 crore gross across 72 venues. The film continues strong with 39 weekly screenings at Star Cineplex. Meanwhile, “Daagi” has earned over Tk 7 crore, while “Jongli” reports Tk 2.31 crore from multiplexes, with both films maintaining steady showtimes.READ FULL
Barcelona edges Real Madrid in extra time to win Copa del Rey final
Barcelona secured their record 32nd Copa del Rey title with a thrilling 3-2 extra-time victory against Real Madrid. Jules Koundé scored the decisive goal in the 116th minute after Pedri, Ferran Torres, and Madrid’s Mbappé and Tchouaméni scored in regulation time. The win keeps Barcelona’s treble hopes alive as they lead La Liga and prepare for their Champions League semifinal against Inter Milan.READ FULL
7 Bangladeshis return home after serving three years in Indian jail
Seven Bangladeshi nationals returned home Saturday after completing three-year prison sentences in India for illegal entry. Six were handed over to their families, while Faisal, a fugitive wanted on weapons charges, will face court. The men, aged 26-35, had traveled to Kolkata for work opportunities but were arrested by Indian police and imprisoned at Dum Dum Central Jail.READ FULL
Mother, son found dead in Cumilla
Police recovered the bodies of Rabeya Begum, 26, and her three-year-old son Abdullah from their home in Muradnagar, Cumilla on Saturday. While authorities are investigating whether it was murder or suicide, family members claim they were killed and hanged, citing that Rabeya’s feet were touching the ground. The bodies have been sent for autopsy.READ FULL
Putin Says Russia Ready To Resume Talks With Ukraine “Without Preconditions”
Russian President Putin told US envoy Steve Witkoff that Russia is ready for unconditional talks with Ukraine, the Kremlin announced Saturday. This comes as President Trump met with Ukraine’s Zelensky at Pope Francis’s funeral in Rome. Trump later suggested Putin “has to be dealt with differently” through banking or sanctions, noting continued Russian missile strikes on civilian areas despite peace efforts.READ FULL
Pedro Pascal Slams JK Rowling Over Transgender Ruling, Calls Her “Heinous Loser”
Pedro Pascal called JK Rowling a “heinous loser” after she celebrated a UK Supreme Court ruling defining women by “biological sex.” Rowling’s posts supporting the ruling, which impacts transgender women’s rights, sparked controversy. Pascal, who has a transgender sister and advocates for LGBTQ+ rights, made the comment under an activist’s post urging boycotts of Rowling’s work.READ FULL
Guardiola says Man City must show ‘spirit’ to get back on top
Pep Guardiola admits Manchester City lost their “spirit” this season but vows they’ll return stronger next year. Currently third in the Premier League, City face Nottingham Forest in Sunday’s FA Cup semi-final, their last chance for silverware. Guardiola highlighted his team’s passionate celebration after Bernardo Silva’s goal against Aston Villa as evidence they’re rediscovering their hunger, saying: “Next season will be better. We will be back again.”READ FULL
China insists no trade talks with US, despite Trump claim
China has denied having trade talks with the US after President Trump claimed he received a call from Xi Jinping. The Chinese embassy in Washington stated there have been “no consultations or negotiations” on tariff issues, calling US claims of ongoing dialogue “misleading.” China emphasized that the US initiated the trade war and must remove all unilateral tariffs against China before meaningful dialogue can occur.READ FULL
Yunus visits Bangladesh House in Rome
Bangladesh Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus arrived in Rome on Friday to attend Pope Francis’s funeral. During his visit, Yunus signed the visitor’s book at Bangladesh House. According to Deputy Press Secretary Abul Kalam Azad Majumder, Yunus will join the funeral ceremony at St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City on Saturday morning at approximately 9:30 am.READ FULL
India and Pakistan’s Kashmir fallout hits economy too
India-Pakistan relations have deteriorated following a deadly attack in Kashmir that killed 26 people. India accused Pakistan of supporting terrorism and imposed diplomatic measures. In response, Pakistan closed its airspace to Indian airlines and halted trade. The airspace closure will extend flight times by up to two hours, potentially increasing ticket prices. While direct trade between the countries is minimal, indirect trade through third countries totals around $10 billion.READ FULL
‘The Old Guard 2’ set for July 2025 release after years of anticipation
Netflix has finally set July 2, 2025, as the premiere date for “The Old Guard 2,” nearly three years after filming wrapped. Charlize Theron returns as Andy, alongside both original cast members and newcomers including Uma Thurman and Henry Golding. Directed by Victoria Mahoney, the sequel follows the immortal warriors facing new threats as Andy deals with her newfound mortality.READ FULL
No PSL broadcast in India after Kashmir tragedy
Following a terror attack in Pahalgam that killed 26 Indians and injured 10, streaming platform Fancode has stopped broadcasting the Pakistan Super League in India. All PSL content has been removed from the platform. The BCCI and cricket stars Virat Kohli and Sachin Tendulkar condemned the attack and expressed solidarity with victims’ families.READ FULL
Yunus leaves Qatar for the Vatican to attend Pope Francis’s funeral
Prof Muhammad Yunus departed Qatar for Rome to attend Pope Francis’s funeral. After arriving at 2:15pm local time, he will pay respects at Saint Peter’s Square, where Cardinal Mauro Gambetti will officially greet the Bangladesh delegation. Yunus will attend the funeral mass on Saturday and is expected to return to Dhaka early Monday.READ FULL
Robin Rafan wins Best Content Creator 2025 in New York
Robin Rafan, a Bangladeshi content creator known for AI and VFX storytelling, received the Best Content Creator 2025 award at the inaugural Cultural Night Awards in New York. Though unable to attend, his award was presented by legendary singer Samina Chowdhury and accepted by Wali Sujon, CEO of About Time Events Inc. The ceremony featured performances celebrating Bangladeshi culture and was attended by numerous entertainment and business luminaries.READ FULL
DSCC ward secretary caught red-handed taking bribe
Anti-Corruption Commission officials arrested Dhaka South City Corporation Ward No. 4 Secretary Kutub Uddin Sohel yesterday while accepting a Tk 10,000 bribe. The secretary had demanded the payment from Md Saiful Islam, manager of Life Care Diagnostic Center, in exchange for approving his business operations. The complaint alleged Sohel regularly extorted money from service seekers for official approvals.READ FULL
‘Islamabad will reciprocate Indian threats’
Pakistan retaliated against India on Thursday with a series of counter-measures following India’s accusations of Pakistan supporting terrorism after an attack killed 26 in Kashmir. Pakistan expelled Indian diplomats, canceled visas, closed airspace to Indian airlines, suspended all trade, and warned that any interference with Indus River water supplies would be considered “an act of war.”READ FULL
UN warns vaccine-preventable diseases on the rise globally
The UN and Gavi vaccine alliance warn that measles, meningitis, and yellow fever outbreaks are increasing globally due to misinformation and reduced international aid. Measles cases jumped 20% in 2023 to 10.3 million, with 138 countries reporting cases. An estimated 14.5 million children missed routine vaccinations in 2023. Gavi seeks $9 billion to protect 500 million children through 2030.READ FULL
Govt undertaking multifaceted initiatives to boost BFDC: Information Adviser
Information and Broadcasting Adviser Mahfuj Alam announced multiple measures to enhance the Bangladesh Film Development Corporation’s operational capacity. During a ministry focus group discussion, he emphasized utilizing the film industry’s market potential and expediting the Kabirpur film city project. Officials stressed the need for infrastructure renovation and skill enhancement, with BFDC’s managing director requesting government support for ongoing reforms.READ FULL
Vietnam and US start trade talks: Hanoi
Vietnam and the US have initiated negotiations on trade issues following President Trump’s threat of 46% tariffs on Vietnamese goods. Washington accuses Vietnam of helping China bypass US tariffs. Vietnamese Trade Minister Nguyen Hong Dien spoke with US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer to discuss principles and negotiation roadmaps, while Vietnam has ordered stricter controls on goods origin.READ FULL
Two Killed, 54 Wounded In Russian Missile Attack On Kyiv
A missile attack on Ukraine’s capital early Thursday left two people dead and 54 injured, including six children requiring hospitalization, according to Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko. Ukrainian authorities issued alerts as explosions were heard across Kyiv. Simultaneously, the eastern city of Kharkiv reported seven missile strikes followed by drone attacks. This marks Kyiv’s first missile attack since early April when three people were wounded.READ FULL
“Persona Non Grata”: India Summons Pakistan’s Top Diplomat Over J&K Attack
India declared Pakistani military officials persona non grata following a terror attack in Pahalgam that killed 26 people. After a Cabinet Committee on Security meeting, India announced five measures: expelling Pakistani military diplomats, closing the Attari border crossing, suspending the Indus Waters Treaty, canceling visa exemptions for Pakistani nationals, and reducing diplomatic staff at both high commissions from 55 to 30 personnel.READ FULL
Palestinian President Calls Hamas “Sons Of Dogs”, Demands Hostage Release
In his strongest public criticism of Hamas to date, Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas demanded the release of Israeli hostages and the group’s disarmament. Speaking from Ramallah, he accused Hamas of providing Israel with “free justifications” for its military operations in Gaza while also condemning Israel’s actions as “genocide.” Hamas rejected Abbas’s claims and questioned his competence.READ FULL