Khaleda Zia, Former Bangladesh PM, Dies at 80
Khaleda Zia, the first female prime minister of Bangladesh, has died aged 80. Her legacy is defined by economic growth, female empowerment, and a decades-long political feud with rival Sheikh Hasina.
Category : Search result: Bangladesh earthquake
Bangladesh's Khaleda Zia, Former PM, Dies Aged 80
Khaleda Zia, Bangladesh's first female prime minister, has died aged 80. Her legacy is defined by economic growth, female empowerment, and a bitter, decades-long political rivalry with Sheikh Hasina.
6.5 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Mexico City
A significant 6.5 magnitude earthquake has rocked Mexico, causing panic in the capital as residents fled buildings. The tremor struck on 2 January 2026, with no immediate reports of casualties.
Huge Crowds Attend Funeral of Bangladesh's Khaleda Zia
Massive crowds gather in Dhaka for the funeral of former Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia. The nation observes three days of mourning as a key political era ends. Read the full story.
Former Bangladeshi PM Khaleda Zia dies at 80
Khaleda Zia, Bangladesh's first female PM and archrival of Sheikh Hasina, has died aged 80. Her political journey, marked by imprisonment and a bitter rivalry, shaped a generation of politics. Read the full story.
Major 7.0 Earthquake Strikes Taipei, Tsunami Alert
A powerful 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck Taiwan's capital, Taipei, triggering a tsunami advisory. Get the latest updates on the seismic event and its impacts.
Delhi protests over Bangladesh lynching strain India ties
Hundreds protested outside Bangladesh's High Commission in Delhi over the lynching of a Hindu man, escalating diplomatic tensions. Read the latest on the fallout.
India Protests After Hindu Man Lynched in Bangladesh
Protests erupt in New Delhi after a Hindu man is lynched in Bangladesh, straining relations between the neighbours. Explore the diplomatic fallout and regional implications.
Student leader shot in Bangladesh pre-election violence
Prominent student and labour organiser Muhammad Motaleb Sikdar shot in Khulna. Attack follows deadly unrest triggered by another leader's murder, raising fears for February elections.
Bangladesh student leader shot in Khulna attack
A prominent student organiser in Bangladesh has been shot in a daylight attack, escalating political violence ahead of February's election. Read the latest on the unrest.
Second earthquake strikes Lancashire village of Silverdale
Silverdale in Lancashire experiences a 2.5 magnitude aftershock, weeks after a 3.3 quake. Residents report rattling and shaking. No damage reported. Read the full story.
Earthquake hits Lancashire coast, residents report 'thunder' noise
A 2.5 magnitude earthquake struck off Silverdale, Lancashire, causing shaking and loud noises. The British Geological Society confirms it's the second tremor in the region this month. Read the full report.
California Hit by Earthquake Swarms Near San Ramon
A series of earthquake swarms near San Ramon, California, has locals on edge. USGS experts say the tremors aren't a precursor to a 'big one,' but urge preparedness. Discover the science behind the seismic activity.
Alaska Rocked by Major 7.0 Magnitude Earthquake
A powerful 7.0 magnitude earthquake has hit near Yakutat, Alaska, with aftershocks and tremors reaching Canada. The USGS reports a shallow depth of 6.21 miles. Get the latest details.
UK Earthquake: Lancashire Shaken by 3.3 Magnitude Tremor
A 3.3-magnitude earthquake struck off Silverdale, Lancashire, startling residents with a 'thunderous crash'. Doorbell footage captured the moment. Read eyewitness accounts and official response.
Lancashire earthquake shakes homes, UK's biggest tremors
A 3.3-magnitude earthquake rattled homes in northwest England. Discover the details and explore Britain's history of significant seismic events. Read the full story.
3.3 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Lancashire and Lake District
A 3.3 magnitude earthquake hit Lancashire and the southern Lake District overnight, shaking homes and waking residents. Here are the key facts and official response.
6.0 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Alaska on Thanksgiving
A significant 6.0 magnitude earthquake hit Alaska on Thanksgiving morning, with tremors felt 350 miles away. No major damage or tsunami was immediately reported. Read the full report.
6.0 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Alaska
A significant 6.0 magnitude earthquake hit near Anchorage, Alaska, on Thanksgiving morning. No casualties or tsunami warning reported. Stay informed for updates.
Earthquake stops play in Bangladesh-Ireland Test
A 5.7-magnitude earthquake disrupted the Test match between Bangladesh and Ireland in Dhaka. Play was halted before Bangladesh built a commanding lead. Read the full story.
5.7 Magnitude Earthquake Stops Cricket Test in Dhaka
A 5.7 magnitude earthquake jolted Dhaka, forcing a Test match between Bangladesh and Ireland to a halt. Players and fans evacuated the stadium. Get the latest safety updates.
Bangladesh earthquake kills six, dozens injured
A 5.5-magnitude earthquake struck central Bangladesh, killing at least six people and injuring dozens. Buildings swayed in Dhaka, sending residents fleeing.
Three killed in Bangladesh earthquake, cricket match halted
A shallow 5.5-magnitude earthquake kills three in Bangladesh, briefly stopping a Test match between Bangladesh and Ireland. Tremors felt across Indian border.
5.5 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Bangladesh, Killing 3
A powerful 5.5 magnitude earthquake struck near Bangladesh's capital Dhaka, killing at least three people and causing widespread panic. Tremors were felt 325km away in Kolkata.
Bangladesh lockdown over Hasina trial disrupts nation
Bangladesh faces nationwide disruption as former PM Sheikh Hasina's trial prompts lockdown protests. Schools close and transport halts amid growing political tension.
5.3 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Cyprus, Buildings Evacuated
A significant 5.3 magnitude earthquake hit near Paphos, Cyprus, prompting evacuations. Tremors were felt as far as Lebanon and Israel. Get the latest details.
6.3 Magnitude Earthquake Rocks Afghanistan - Multiple Fatalities
A devastating 6.3 magnitude earthquake has struck western Afghanistan near the Hindu Kush mountains, causing significant damage and multiple casualties according to latest reports.
6.3 Quake Kills 20 in Afghanistan
A powerful 6.3 magnitude earthquake has struck western Afghanistan, claiming at least 20 lives and leaving hundreds more injured as rescue teams race against time in the devastated region.
Afghanistan's Blue Mosque damaged in devastating earthquake
A powerful earthquake has struck western Afghanistan, causing significant damage to the iconic Blue Mosque in Herat and resulting in numerous casualties as rescue efforts continue.
Afghanistan earthquake damages historic Blue Mosque
A powerful 4.7 magnitude earthquake strikes northern Afghanistan, causing panic and damage near the historic Blue Mosque. Emergency services rush to assess structural damage as aftershocks continue.
Page 1 of 4