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Vietnam's biometric surge powers digital banking overhaul

Hanoi, Jan. 23 -- Vietnam's digital transformation accelerated sharply in 2025, with State agencies, banks, and financial institutions aggressively rolling out biometric tools, including fingerprint, ... Read More


Farmer suffers Tk 10 lakh as watermelon field vandalized in Sylhet

, Jan. 23 -- A farmer in Jaintapur, Sylhet, has suffered nearly Tk 10 lakh in losses after unidentified individuals allegedly vandalized his watermelon field over a past dispute. According to the com... Read More


EOW Kashmir files chargesheet in Budgam plot forgery case

Srinagar, Jan. 23 -- The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) Kashmir of the Crime Branch Jammu and Kashmir has filed a chargesheet before the Chief Judicial Magistrate, Budgam, in connection with an alleged ... Read More


2 killed, at least 10 injured as mini-bus overturns in Mymensingh

, Jan. 23 -- Two people, including a bus helper, were killed and at least 10 others injured when a mini-bus overturned on the Dhaka-Mymensingh highway in Bhaluka, Mymensingh, Thursday evening. The ac... Read More


Observers appointed for Zilla Parishad and Panchayat Samiti elections

Ratnagiri, Jan. 23 -- In order to ensure that the Zilla Parishad and Panchayat Samiti General Elections 2026 are conducted in a transparent, free and fair manner, the State Election Commission, Mumbai... Read More


PMRDA brings high-tech edge to urban planning with Blockchain and GIS integration

Pune, Jan. 23 -- The Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority (PMRDA) has taken a major step towards digital governance by making 29 civic services fully online, significantly improving ease of ... Read More


MSIHMCT students emerge national runners-up at National Young Chef Competition

Pune, Jan. 23 -- Students of the Maharashtra State Institute of Hotel Management and Catering Technology (MSIHMCT), Pune, have brought laurels to the institute by securing the runners-up position at t... Read More


Punjab govt launches Universal Health Coverage Scheme offering Rs 10 Lakh coverage

New Delhi/Mohali, Jan. 23 -- The Aam Aadmi Party government in Punjab launched the 'Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna' on Thursday, a health insurance scheme that promises free treatment coverage of up to Rs 10... Read More


Two candidates fined in Jessore for violating election code during campaign

, Jan. 23 -- A mobile court in Monirampur upazila of Jashore has fined two parliamentary candidates a total of Tk 2.3 lakh for causing traffic congestion and violating the election code of conduct on ... Read More


Wagner Moura becomes first Brazilian actor nominated at Oscars

Los Angeles, Jan. 23 -- In a historic moment for Brazilian cinema, 'The Secret Agent' has earned 'Best Picture and Best Actor' nominations at the 98th Academy Awards, shining a spotlight on Brazil's f... Read More