India, Pakistan and Bangladesh alike enjoy the sweet and herbal taste of Rooh Afza, a beverage that has endured the region’s turbulent history. Now it is aiming for the palates of a new generation.
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As Delta Variant Surges, Outbreaks Return in Many Parts of the World
The highly contagious Delta variant is on the rise, and countries that hoped they had seen the worst of Covid-19 are being battered again.
Spread of Delta Variant Prompts New Lockdowns in Asia
Australia, Bangladesh and Malaysia are among the nations scrambling to contain outbreaks as sluggish vaccination drives leave populations vulnerable.
Migrant Workers Flee Dhaka as Bangladesh Locks Down
Much of the public transportation system is already closing or closed, with new measures to control the spread of the virus scheduled to come fully into force on Thursday.
As India’s Covid Crisis Rages, Nearby Countries Brace for the Worst
Vaccine shortages, porous borders and fleeing migrant workers have nearby countries fearing that they will share India’s fate.
At Least 26 Killed in Bangladesh Speedboat Crash
An overcrowded speedboat collided with a sand-laden bulk carrier and sank in the Padma River, the police said.
Bangladesh Collision Between Cargo Ship and Ferry Leaves 27 Dead
The country has a grim history of deadly disasters on its heavily trafficked rivers.
Bangladesh and Parts of India Look to Lockdowns Amid Surges
Some countries in the densely populated region, home to one-quarter of the world’s population, are facing “a storm” of virus infections.
Modi’s Visit to Bangladesh Sets Off Violent Protests
At least four people were killed in clashes between the police and demonstrators, who have denounced Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina for inviting India’s leader.
Fire at Rohingya Camp in Bangladesh Leaves Thousands Homeless
The blaze at a refugee camp in Bangladesh left at least 15 people dead and hundreds missing. “This is the second time I lost everything in my life,” said one person whose home was destroyed.