Bangladesh still lacks a unified narrative on its independence movement
The absence of a consensus on the nation’s journey to independence could weaken national resolve to face of challenges both at home abroad.
54 years ago, India recognised Bangladesh as a sovereign nation, 10 days before liberation
By Pranay Verma /Daily Times of Bamngladesh New Delhi, December 10 -Maitri Diwas, observed on 6 December, stands as a powerful reminder of the deep historical ties between India and Bangladesh. Fifty-four years ago, on this very day, India recognised Bangladesh as an independent and...
Trump’s National Security Strategy Sidesteps India
By P.K.Balachandran/The Citizen Colombo, December 10 – US President Donald Trump’s National Security Strategy (NSS) for the year 2025 signals a decline in the importance of India as compared with the NSS he presented in 2017 during his first term. In 2017, Pakistan was severely...
International Bar Association urges Bangladesh to adhere to international fair trial standards and due process
London, December 9 – The International Bar Association’s Human Rights Institute (IBAHRI) expresses concern over fair trial and due process rights in Bangladesh, and urges the interim government to ensure accountability for past violations through independent and impartial investigations and credible proceedings. These concerns come...
Crash of IndiGo services calls for sweeping reforms in India’s aviation sector
By P.K.Balachandran/Daily News Colombo, December 9 – On June 12 this year, an Air India Boeing Dreamliner crashed immediately after take-off from Ahmadabad airport killing 260 passengers. Last week, 1600 of the 2000 flights of IndiGo Airlines, India’s biggest passenger carrier, were cancelled leaving tens...
Prompt humanitarian assistance defines India’s foreign policy
By P.K.Balachandran/Daily Mirror Colombo, December 9 – A quick and significant response to humanitarian crises across its borders is today a major ingredient in India’s foreign policy. India is justly proud of its reputation for being the “first responder” during emergencies and natural disasters especially...
Cyclone Ditwah has pushed back Sri Lanka’ economic recovery
By Veeragathy Thanabalasingham Colombo, December 8 – The worst natural disaster Sri Lanka faced in recent history was the December 2004 Tsunami. The next major disaster that struck the country was the Ditwah cyclone and the severe floods and landslides that it triggered. It may...
To face threats from Europe, strong ties with India will help Putin
The defence and economic cooperation set to emerge from Russian President Putin’s current visit to India is expected to strengthen Russia-India relations and thereby strengthen Putin’s resolve to meet the mounting threat from UK, Germany and France.
Retd.judges and senior lawyers write to India’s Chief Justice about his unkind remarks on Rohingya refugees
Open letter asks CJI Surya Kant to reaffirm constitutional morality and protect Rohingya refugee rights
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