
Vivo continues to dominate as India’s smartphone market grows modestly
The Hindu
India’s smartphone market shipped 70 million smartphones in the first half of 2025, with a modest 0.9% growth year-over-year. The second quarter registered growth of 7.3% YoY, shipping 37 million smartphones, noted International Data Corporation

Bangladesh is witnessing renewed political tension after the killing of Sharif Osman Hadi, a young leader who emerged during the July–August 2024 uprising that led to the removal of Sheikh Hasina. Hadi later headed the radical group Inquilab Mancha and was campaigning ahead of the 2026 parliamentary election when he was shot in Dhaka. His death has triggered protests, diplomatic friction with India, and concerns over rising political violence as Bangladesh heads towards elections under an interim government.












