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Tourists could soon cover all of Sunderbans in one trip, cruising between India and Bangladesh
A deal to allow cruise ships to pass between the neighbouring countries in the world’s largest mangrove forest could open the way for deeper cooperation.
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China has overtaken India to become Bangladesh’s largest energy partner
The Chinese premier has announced several agreements in Dhaka, including two coal-fired power plants.
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Why a power plant planned on a Bangladesh island may not be such a bad thing
Hydrologists believe that Madarer Char, a sediment-formed island on Teesta river, is a good choice for a new solar power plant.
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Mumbai school principal told to resign after being targeted by Hindutva website
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‘Heeramandi’ review: Lahore Luxe tawaif saga runs on empty
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Banana republic in the making?: A South Asian perspective on India from Kathmandu
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Why Justice Datta’s attack on petitioner in VVPAT verdict is worrisome for PILs
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Faltering economy, poor citizens, South Asia’s bully: The reality of India’s global ambitions
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A Chinese-backed electricity plant endangers a hilsa sanctuary in Bangladesh
A coal-based power plant adjacent to a hilsa sanctuary might adversely affect the Bangladesh government’s conservation initiatives.
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New rice cultivation method that uses less water sows hope in Bangladesh
A new sowing technique discovered by the Bangladesh Agricultural University promises to bring down water usage by half for the popular Boro variety of paddy.
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Bangladesh factories use lasers to make greener denim
Exporters are using a new technology to reduce intensive water and chemical use.
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Watch: Diljit Dosanjh invites young fan on stage, dances with him during his sold-out Vancouver show
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Watch: School authorities turn classroom into swimming pool to encourage attendance during heatwave
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Watch: Woman recreates pet parrot’s choreography
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Watch: Neighbours rescue infant from second floor sunshade after she fell from fourth floor balcony
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Video: Listen to this acapella version of Shankar Mahadevan’s ‘Breathless’ by four singers