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Fairness in our fisheries is non-negotiable": PNG Fisheries Minister tells WCPFC22

Fiji, Dec. 2 -- Papua New Guinea has delivered a strong message to WCPFC22, warning that Pacific nations cannot absorb new burdens, lose hard-won rights, or accept decisions that undermine their devel... Read More


"High seas transshipment has become the norm and that must change": Tuvalu to WCPFC22

Fiji, Dec. 2 -- Tuvalu has delivered a clear message to WCPFC22, warning that key fisheries rules are falling behind and must be strengthened to protect the region's tuna stocks and the economies that... Read More


Vietnam, IAEA review national nuclear power infrastructure

Hanoi, Dec. 2 -- Vietnam is working with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) on a comprehensive review of its national nuclear power infrastructure, an important step in preparing for the Ni... Read More


Decisions here shape our survival: Marshall Islands warns WCPFC22

Fiji, Dec. 2 -- The Marshall Islands has told the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission (WCPFC22) that its decisions have direct consequences for the country's security, economy, and long-... Read More


Sri Lanka Cyclone: 3 Bangladesh nationals rescued

Dhaka, Dec. 2 -- India has rescued and assisted over 150 people, including three Bangladesh nationals, through its combined operations, which are continuing in Sri Lanka following Cyclone Ditwah. In ... Read More


High Court issues rule on punishment for hurting religious sentiment

, Dec. 2 -- The High Court (HC) on Tuesday issued a rule asking as to why law should not be enacted to ensure 'rational punishment' for hurting religious sentiments. An HC bench comprising Justice Fa... Read More


Vote-snatching plot will fail, says Jamaat leader

, Dec. 2 -- e-Islami Nayeb-e-Ameer ATM Azharul Islam on Tuesday warned that any attempts to snatch votes in the upcoming election will not be successful. "At every polling station, you (party support... Read More


Purchase committee nods 2 proposals under RHD

Dhaka, Dec. 2 -- The Advisers Council Committee on Government Purchase on Tuesday approved two key proposals under the Road Transport and Highways Division (RHD) aimed at accelerating the construction... Read More


Police submits chargesheets in 106 cases linked to July 2024 uprising

Dhaka, Dec. 2 -- Police have so far submitted charge sheets in 106 cases filed over incidents during the July 2024 anti-discrimination student-public uprising, also known as the July Uprising, across ... Read More


SC Committee flags ecological risk; Omkar's shift to Vantara put on hold

Mumbai, Dec. 2 -- The relocation of conflict-associated elephant Omkar from Maharashtra's Konkan region has been paused after the Supreme Court-appointed High-Powered Committee (HPC) advised against h... Read More