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Sports
Late Breakthrough Saves Bangladesh from Frustrating Bhutan Stalemate
Bangladesh beat Bhutan 1–0 in their TECNO SAFF Championship 2026 Group A opener at the National Stadium in Dhaka on Thursday, with substitute Mohammad Ibrahim scoring in the 69th minute. Earlier on Thursday, defending champions India defeated Pakistan 3–2 in a Group B match.
Sports
‘We Were Sleeping’: Solano Slams Pakistan’s Defensive Errors
Pakistan lost 3–2 to India in their TECNO SAFF Championship 2026 Group B opener at the National Stadium in Dhaka on Thursday, after conceding three first-half goals. Head coach Nolberto Solano refused to use travel disruption as an excuse, saying the team's defensive errors were the main problem and that players were 'sleeping'.
Politics
Economic independence essential to protecting Maldives from foreign influence, says President
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu used the official Victory Day ceremony at Republic Square in Malé on Tuesday evening to argue that economic independence is as vital to Maldivian sovereignty as territorial defence, saying his government had reduced debt dependence, ended irresponsible borrowing and money printing, and strengthened foreign investor confidence. He spoke as the proposed 2027 budget of MVR 59.7 billion was before Parliament, and also cited the 2024 withdrawal of Indian military personnel and an ongoing maritime boundary dispute with Mauritius.
International
Chinese Ambassador applauds Muizzu's successful Pakistan trip
Chinese Ambassador to the Maldives Kong Xianhua congratulated President Mohamed Muizzu on his state visit to Pakistan and met Pakistan High Commissioner Faisal Rasool Lodhi, commending the signing of 20 agreements. India said it is closely monitoring the developments, while noting it has provided $1.5 billion in loans and credit facilities to the Maldives since Muizzu took office.
Infrastructure
Final segment connecting Villingili and Gulhifalhu, installed under "Thilamale' Bridge" project initiated by previous administration
The final segment of the bridge connecting Villingili and Gulhifalhu has been installed, completing a physical link under the Thilamale' Bridge project, announced by Minister of Construction and Infrastructure Dr. Abdulla Muththalib. The $500 million project, funded by India through a $100 million grant and a $400 million line of credit, comprises three bridges and causeways with a 6.7-kilometre road network.
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