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Washington appoints new US envoy on Tibetan human rights
China has previously criticised the role, accusing the US of interfering in China’s internal affairs.
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Tarique Rahman sworn in as Prime Minister of Bangladesh
Bangladesh is marking a historic new chapter as Tarique Rahman is sworn in as Prime Minister.
Published On 17 Feb 2026
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Glacier grafting: How an Indigenous art is countering water scarcity
Residents in the northern part of Pakistan are creating artificial glaciers to tackle climate change.
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Has Bangladesh’s new PM named student leaders to his cabinet?
Newly sworn-in PM Tarique Rahman’s cabinet has two leaders who rose to prominence in the 2024 uprising. Why?
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Who are Bangladesh’s new cabinet members?
Tarique Rahman of the BNP is sworn in as the prime minister of Bangladesh. His cabinet appointments are also revealed.
Cricket legends ‘deeply concerned’ over Imran Khan’s deteriorating health
A group of former captains has written to Pakistan’s government, requesting immediate medical attention.
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Bangladesh PM-to-be and lawmakers sworn into parliament
Bangladesh’s prime minister-to-be Tarique Rahman and newly elected lawmakers have been sworn into parliament.
Published On 17 Feb 2026
Imran Khan’s sister rejects Pakistan gov’t claim jailed ex-PM’s health fine
Government board says jailed ex-leader’s sight improved since he lost most vision in eye. But his family rejects claim.
More than a dozen killed in bomb blasts, gunfire in Pakistan’s northwest
Eleven security personnel and a child killed in Bajaur district after two killed in a separate incident in Bannu.
Tarique Rahman sworn in as new Bangladesh prime minister
Rahman takes office as other lawmakers are sworn in to parliament days after the BNP’s landslide election victory.
