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Men push a stretcher inside a hospital carrying the body of a civilian killed in an explosion in Srinagar, in Indian-controlled Kashmir, Oct. 21, 2018.

Day of Violence in Kashmir Claims High Death, Injury Toll

Civilians die in a blast near the site of one of two deadly gunbattles on the same day.

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Political Protégé of Bangladesh PM’s Father Vows to ‘Restore Democracy’

Kamal Hossain, lawyer and ex-minister, creates a solidified opposition front against Sheikh Hasina’s Awami League.
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Bangladeshi Govt Misses Court-Ordered Deadline over Photographer's Detention

Deputy attorney general says prosecutors will present verbal argument against Shahidul Alam’s petition for bail.
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Bangladesh’s BNP, Partner Parties Link Up with New Opposition Front

Kamal Hossain, 81, is a potential leader in Bangladesh’s imminent polls.
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Rights Groups Raise Concerns as India Starts Steps to Deport Rohingya

At least 23 Rohingya will be handed back to Myanmar soon, police source tells BenarNews.
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Bangladesh Project to House Rohingya on Flood-Prone Isle Ready for Opening

Bhashan Char island is “very much habitable” and equipped to house 25,000 refugees, officials say.
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Security Forces Kill PhD Student-Turned-Militant Leader in Indian Kashmir

Manan Bashir Wani, a suspected top militant, and an aide were slain in a shootout, authorities say.
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