Miscellaneous

South Korea’s former First Lady Kim Keon Hee has been sentenced to 20 months in prison for accepting bribes, marking the first time both a president and first lady have been convicted.

The UK has advised its citizens to avoid non-essential travel to Bangladesh, warning of political violence and possible extremist attacks ahead of the February national election.

Renowned Indian singer Arijit Singh has announced his retirement from playback singing, triggering an emotional response across the music industry and millions of fans worldwide.

Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar was killed after a chartered plane crashed near Baramati airport. No survivors were reported, officials said.

Opposition leaders and rights activists allege nearly 6,000 enforced disappearances during Bangladesh’s interim rule, raising serious questions about accountability and state silence.