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BRAC Bank partners with Visa to Launch Visa Direct for Account for Outward Remittance
The Financial Express Bangladesh
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BRAC Bank has partnered with Visa, a global leader in digital payments, to launch Visa Direct for Account, enabling customers to enjoy a faster, more reliable, and cost-effective way for outward international money transfers. This strategic...
Opposition politicises issue of Hindi language in education policy
Sunday Guardian Live
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June 28, 2025
Rahul Gandhi and allies oppose Hindi in education, sparking debate over language, identity, and politics. NEW DELHI: The Indian National Congress, led by Rahul Gandhi, along with its allies like M.K. Stalin from Tamil Nadu, Uddhav Thackeray from...
The off-field partnership: what makes the Pujaras tick
The Cricket Monthly
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In the modern all-out-attack game, Cheteshwar Pujara is a throwback to the days when blocking your way to stumps was a prized quality in a batter. His hang-in-there-at-all-costs spirit has been vital to India's most famous series wins: in...
BRAC Bank, Visa partnership to launch ‘Visa Direct for Account’ for remittances
Daily Star
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June 29, 2025
BRAC Bank has entered into a strategic partnership with Visa, a global leader in digital payment solutions, to introduce "Visa Direct for Account", a faster, more reliable, and cost-effective solution for outward international money transfers. Md...
BRAC BAnk partners with Visa for Visa Direct
United News of Bangladesh
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BRAC Bank has partnered with Visa, a global leader in digital payments, to launch Visa Direct for Account, enabling customers to enjoy a faster, more reliable, and cost-effective way for outward international money transfers. This strategic...
Shattered Lands. Five Partitions and the Making of Modern Asia: Wonderful telling of a sad history
The Irish Times
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Shattered Lands: Five Partitions and the Making of Modern Asia Author: Sam Dalrymple ISBN-13: 978-0008466817 Publisher: William Collins Guideline Price: £25 The very title of Sam Dalrymple’s magnificent book underlines how vital a portrayal of the...
Opinion: Sexual “perversion” everywhere in God’s creation
Idaho State Journal
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One of Donald Trump’s first acts as president was to sign an executive order recognizing “two sexes, male and female. These sexes are not changeable and are grounded in fundamental and incontrovertible reality.” In October 2023, Moscow columnist...
What should you do if you’re not welcome on vacation?
Elliott Advocacy
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June 29, 2025
Commentary Summary In this commentary As popular destinations become overwhelmed by mass tourism, travelers like Chloe Bennet are feeling increasingly unwelcome. Signs of local resentment include high visitor taxes, restrictive signage, and...
Nepal News Evening Briefing | Tuesday, June 24, 2025
Nepal News
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June 24, 2025
KATHMANDU: Stay informed with Nepal News’ daily evening briefing, covering the most significant developments from Nepal and around the world. From politics and economy to sports, entertainment, and culture, we bring you a concise summary of the...
RRB Technician Recruitment 2025: From eligibility to documents required, important things to know before applying
Hindustan Times
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June 29, 2025
RRB Technician Recruitment 2025: Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) began the online registration process for Technician Grade-I Signal and various categories of Technician Grade-III recruitment, 2025. Candidates who are willing to apply for the...
Arunachal Hosts Investment and Entrepreneurship Workshop on UNNATI 2024 Scheme
Arunachal24
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June 28, 2025
ITANAGAR- In a bid to accelerate industrial development in the Northeast, the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Government of India, in collaboration with the Department of Industries, Government of Arunachal...
Leading with vision: Mahinda Rajapaksa’s plan to sterilise 1 million dogs
Daily FT
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All great leaders begin with bold visions; without it, action lacks purpose and courage. Mahinda Rajapaksa delivered the military victory in a 30-year civil war that had claimed tens of thousands of lives and left the country deeply divided. His...
Experts name the most exciting (and surprising) things in luxury travel
The Sydney Morning Herald
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June 26, 2025
THE LUXE LODGES LUMINARY Penny Rafferty, Luxury Lodges of Australia The expert Penny Rafferty is director and executive chair of Luxury Lodges of Australia collection. See luxurylodgesofaustralia.com.au My definition of luxury is time in nature,...
Knowledge Nugget: Sustainable Development Report (SDR) 2025 – Key insights for UPSC aspirants
The Indian Express
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June 27, 2025
What is the rank of India in the Sustainable Development Index? Take a look at the essential concepts, terms, quotes, or phenomena every day and brush up on your knowledge. Here’s your knowledge nugget for today.(Relevance: UPSC has asked...
Noida Film City: Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath to Lay Foundation Stone of International Film City in Sector-21 on June 26
Latestly
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June 26, 2025
Noida, June 26: Uttar Pradesh is set to break ground on its most ambitious film and media venture yet -- the International Film City in Sector‑21 along the Yamuna Expressway in Greater Noida on Thursday. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi...
DS Group to expand brand Pulse into new categories, international territories
The Hindu Business Line
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June 26, 2025
Rajiv Kumar, Vice Chairman, DS Group FMCG major DS Group’s Pulse has become a ₹750-crore candy brand in FY25, making the company one of the fastest growing confectionery players in the country. The company expects the brand to grow its sales to...
CBS Tops 2025 News Emmy Wins; CNN’s ‘The Whole Story with Anderson Cooper’ and ABC’s ‘World News Tonight with David Muir’ Land Key Program Prizes
Variety
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June 26, 2025
CNN led night one of the 46th Annual News & Documentary Emmy Awards, with five wins in the news categories — including one for “The Whole Story with Anderson Cooper” as outstanding recorded news program. Right behind CNN, scoring four wins apiece...
This Gripping Marin Ireland Crime-Horror Went From Critical Flop to Cult Hit, and It Deserves More Love
Collider
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June 28, 2025
When The Empty Man came out in 2020 in the middle of the pandemic, it became a commercial flop, and the rare attention and reviews it got were largely unfavorable. This mystery horror, directed by David Prior, with the film also serving as his...
Thomas Cook India and SOTC Travel Tap into Rising Demand for Monsoon Holidays
Equity Bulls
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Indian travellers continue to showcase a strong appetite for holidays, post the peak summer rush -fuelled by cooler weather, vibrant landscapes and significant value. Capitalising on this opportunity, Thomas Cook (India) Limited, India's leading...
South Asia offers opportunities for Vietnamese exporters, say experts
Vietnam News Agency
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HCM CITY — With a population of over 1.8 billion and growing import demand, South Asia is emerging as a promising export market for Vietnamese businesses, delegates said at a seminar in HCM City on June 26. Speaking at the seminar titled...