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Kashmir's history: India's revoking of special status in context
The Indian government has revoked the special status of Kashmir in a bid to fully integrate its only Muslim-majority region with the rest of the country, the most far-reaching move on the troubled Himalayan territory in nearly seven decades.
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South African quick Steyn retires from Test cricket
South African Dale Steyn, one of the great fast bowlers of the modern era, announces his retirement from Test cricket.
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Pakistan condemns scrapping of Kashmir’s special status
Pakistan says it “strongly condemns” India’s decision to revoke the special status for its portion of the Kashmir region claimed by both countries.
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'Abducted' IT professional returns after 3 months
IT professional Ataur Rahman Shahin, who was allegedly abducted from the city’s Tejgaon area three months back, returns home.
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Australia thrash England in Ashes opener
Australia register a thumping 251-run victory against England in the first Test of the Ashes series at Edgbaston in Birmingham today.
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‘Majestic’ WWII Spitfire set for round-the-world flight
Two British aviators yesterday took off on a first-ever attempt to fly a Spitfire around the world, proclaiming the iconic fighter plane as a symbol of freedom.
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3 including pregnant woman die of dengue fever in Dhaka
Three people die after they were diagnosed with dengue and were being treated at different hospitals in Dhaka.
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Ex-OC Moazzem seeks bail again
Former officer-in-charge (OC) of Sonagazi Police Station Moazzem Hossain has further sought bail from the High Court in a case filed on charges of recording a statement of madrasa student Nusrat Jahan Rafi and circulating the video clip on social media.
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This year’s hajj management better than past
This year’s hajj management across the country is much better than previous years, Religious Affairs Secretary Anisur Rahman says.
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2 held in Bogura for ‘spreading rumours’ in social media
Two persons are arrested from Bogura Sadar upazila for allegedly spreading rumours in social media.
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Messi out of U.S. tour with calf strain
Barcelona skipper Lionel Messi will not travel to the United States for the club's pre-season tour after sustaining a calf problem on his return to training from a close season break, the La Liga champions said on Monday.
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Damaged roads to be repaired in 3 days before Eid: Quader
Road Transport and Bridges Minister Obaidul Quader says all dilapidated roads across the country will be repaired within three days before Eid.
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Netanyahu mocked over party ‘loyalty pledge’
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu yesterday faced harsh criticism and mockery by election rivals and a former cabinet colleague after members of his Likud party were asked to pledge support for his leadership.
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Nigeria police break up ‘revolution’ protest
Nigerian security forces yesterday fired tear gas as they broke up a protest calling for “revolution” against misrule in the country after arresting the high-profile organiser.
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Clashes, travel chaos in HK
Hong Kong riot police clashed with pro-democracy protesters for a third straight day yesterday, as the city’s leader warned the global financial hub was nearing a “very dangerous situation” and a rare strike caused transport chaos.
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Air strike on Libyan town kills 43
A drone air strike by eastern Libyan forces on the southern Libyan town of Murzuq has killed at least 43 people, a local official said yesterday.
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Libya airliner narrowly avoids airport bombing
A Libyan airliner has narrowly escaped being hit by incoming fire as it landed at war-torn capital Tripoli’s sole functioning airport, aviation officials said.
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UN urges sanctions on Myanmar army businesses
United Nations investigators urge world leaders to impose targeted financial sanctions on companies linked to the military in Myanmar, and said foreign firms doing business with them could be complicit in international crimes.
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Star Day at a Glance, Monday, August 5, 2019
Hello dear readers! How are you doing today? Here are the news headlines so far on August 5, 2019
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4 of a family suffer burn injuries in AC blast
Four members of a family suffered burn injuries after an air conditioner (AC) reportedly exploded at their house in Kathalbagan area of Dhaka.
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Rifat Murder: Minni seeks HC bail
Aysha Siddika Minni files a petition with the High Court through lawyer seeking bail in a case filed over the murder of her husband Rifat Sharif.
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Strike grips Hong Kong
Hong Kong is plunged into fresh chaos as a general strike followed another weekend of violent protests, paralysing transport, leading to more than 200 flight cancellations and bringing the city to an unprecedented standstill.
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Huawei tests smartphone with own operating system, possibly for sale this year
Huawei Technologies Co Ltd is testing a smartphone equipped with Hongmeng, the company’s self-developed operating system, which could potentially go on sale by the end of this year, Chinese state-media outlet Global Times reported.
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Health minister senses conspiracy regarding dengue
Hinting at a conspiracy regarding dengue outbreak around the country, Health Minister Zahid Maleque says there is no country in the world which does not have the viral disease.
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In Kashmir, leaders put under ‘house arrest’, internet snapped
Authorities in Indian-administered Kashmir place large parts of the disputed region under lockdown while India sends in tens of thousands of additional troops and trades accusations of clashes with Pakistan at their de facto border.
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Best options for your digital cow
It’s no surprise that you can take your pick of cattle from online market platforms now. But it is surprising however, the number of places you can look online for buying a cow, goat or bull. Apart from the Facebook groups, you have places like Daraz and Bikroy.com alongside other e-commerce sites, just waiting to ship you your choice of sacrifice.
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PM to visit India in October
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina will visit India in October to further bilateral relations between the two friendly neighbours.
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Mastermind Entrepreneurs’ Conclave 2019 held in Dhaka
This July, Mastermind Business Society (MMBS) brought back the business event, IPDC Finance Limited Presents Mastermind Entrepreneurs’ Conclave 2019.
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Gang-rape accused among 5 killed in ‘gunfights’
Five people, including an accused in a case filed over a gang rape incident, are killed in reported gunfights in Mymensingh, Habiganj, and Cox's Bazar districts.
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Imperious Smith joins the Ashes elite
Steve Smith became only the fifth Australian to make two centuries in the same Ashes test as another imperious, near-perfect innings on Sunday put a blunt England attack to the sword and left them on the brink of defeat in the Ashes opener at Edgbaston.
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