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In a vibrant address from Kharagpur, senior BJP figure Dilip Ghosh described the India-Pakistan T20 World Cup showdown as an event that transcends sport, fueling national passion every time. 'It's...
In a pointed remark on Bangladesh's recent parliamentary polls, senior BJP figure RP Singh demanded that the incoming government prioritize halting violence against Hindus. During an interview in New...
Amid escalating political rhetoric ahead of Assam's Assembly elections, BJP parliamentarian Dharmavir Singh hit back at Congress accusations regarding the finalized voter rolls. In an IANS interview,...
Amid Bangladesh's high-stakes parliamentary elections, Indian politicians across the spectrum have broken their silence, zeroing in on threats to democracy and the relentless persecution of...
In a bold reflection of Bangladesh's evolving power dynamics, the newly formed BNP cabinet under Tarique Rahman's leadership is packed with business leaders. Affidavits reveal that 70% of its...
Bangladesh's political landscape shifted dramatically as Tariq Rahman, BNP chief, unveiled a 25-member cabinet featuring minority representatives Nitai Roy Chowdhury and Dipen Dewan after the party's...
Bangladesh's voters have spoken decisively in favor of democratic revival, handing BNP chief Tarique Rahman a sweeping electoral triumph. But as confetti settles in Dhaka, analysts highlight a...
In the wake of its sweeping win in Bangladesh's 13th parliamentary polls, the BNP is accelerating preparations for a new government, with cabinet swearing-in scheduled for February 17. Elected MPs'...
In the aftermath of Bangladesh's pivotal 13th parliamentary polls, Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus has extended formal thanks to Jamaat-e-Islami leader Dr. Shafiqur Rahman via a personal letter....
In a dramatic turn for Bangladeshi politics, the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has swept the 13th national polls, setting the stage for its government formation. The swearing-in of MPs and the...
In Bangladesh's fiercely contested 13th general elections, Jamaat-e-Islami clinched the second spot in popular votes. But the opposition party walked away with minimal parliamentary representation....
In a powerful address following BNP's dominant performance in Bangladesh's recent parliamentary elections, Chairman Tarique Rahman vowed to prioritize law and order above all. Speaking to journalists...
In a strong endorsement of Bangladesh's electoral integrity, the EU Election Observation Mission has labeled the recent 13th parliamentary elections as trustworthy and efficiently conducted. Speaking...
From exile-turned-triumph, Bangladesh Nationalist Party leader Tarik Rahman broke his silence post-elections, thanking citizens for propelling BNP to a dominant 209-seat victory in the 297-member...
Bangladesh's security apparatus is on high alert following a devastating explosion in Chapainawabganj that killed two people and wounded three while they were making bombs. The mishap happened early...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has congratulated Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) chief Tarique Rahman on a decisive triumph in the 13th parliamentary polls, signaling a potential new era in...
West Bengal's fiery leader Mamata Banerjee wasted no time in celebrating Bangladesh Nationalist Party's (BNP) sweeping success in the recent general elections. On Friday, just hours after results...
Bangladesh's recent national elections delivered a strong message on gender dynamics, with seven women emerging victorious amid heated debates on their political roles. Official tallies show BNP and...
The resounding success of Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) in the recent parliamentary polls has drawn effusive praise from Indian leaders, underscoring the strong fraternal bonds between the two...
In a triumphant tone, BNP Chairperson Tarique Rahman announced that his Bangladesh Nationalist Party is on track for a landmark victory in the just-concluded national elections. This declaration,...
Violence marred Bangladesh's general elections on Thursday, with at least one political leader killed and others injured in separate clashes, even as India maintains a wait-and-watch approach on the...
Bangladesh's Jamaat-e-Islami is projecting an image of progressivism in its latest election manifesto, spotlighting women's safety and inclusion. But beneath the surface lies a rigid conservative...
The curtain has dropped on electioneering in Bangladesh ahead of the February 12 parliamentary polls, leaving a buzz of anticipation after weeks of rallies and rhetoric. Campaigning wrapped up...
In a timely congressional briefing, experts have raised red flags about Bangladesh's brewing crisis of extremism and democratic backsliding ahead of the February 12 national elections. The event...
With Bangladesh's national elections just days away on February 12, minority groups are grappling with profound insecurity. A detailed report reveals how political disarray and growing religious...
In a move addressing media outcry, Bangladesh's Election Commission (EC) has granted journalists and observers permission to bring mobile phones into voting centers for the upcoming 13th National...
In a scathing critique, a top US expert has branded Bangladesh's impending national elections as fundamentally flawed, predicting they will fail to meet basic standards of fairness. Michael Rubin, a...
Bangladesh stands at a crossroads with February 12 elections looming, and minorities brace for an ominous future under rising Islamist shadows. A comprehensive report from EU Reporter in Brussels...
Tensions are skyrocketing in Bangladesh ahead of the February 12 parliamentary elections and simultaneous referendum. Indian spy agencies are sounding the alarm over rising criminality and political...
In a major setback for gender equality, Bangladesh's interim government under Muhammad Yunus has utterly failed to institutionalize women's role in politics, according to a damning Thursday report....
With Bangladesh's general elections looming on February 12, campaign rhetoric has veered into dangerous territory. Several parties now claim opposing them equates to betraying Islam, a strategy...
Tensions are boiling in Bangladesh as the national elections approach on February 12. Just days away, stakeholders from politics, media, and civil society are raising red flags about systemic...
With just two weeks until Bangladesh's national elections on February 12, the political atmosphere in Dhaka has turned combustible. The main opposition Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has accused...
In a revelation that could sway Bangladesh's upcoming February 12 elections, Jamaat-e-Islami's leadership is caught in a web of contradictory signals on Sharia law. Senior party members, including...
In a candid assessment from Washington, Senate Intelligence Committee Chair Mark Warner has spotlighted America's scaled-back role as a catalyst for instability ahead of Bangladesh's pivotal February...
As Bangladesh gears up for the February 12 parliamentary elections, a troubling trend has emerged: female political participation remains abysmally low at roughly 4%, while threats against women and...
With campaign trails lighting up across Bangladesh for the upcoming February 12 elections, the BNP has fired the first major salvo. Party chief Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir called on voters to deny...
In the shadow of upcoming February elections, Bangladesh's Hindu minorities are being systematically vilified in a bid to polarize voters along religious lines. Confidential intelligence points to a...
Bangladesh's minority Hindus are reeling from yet another gruesome assault, this time the live burning of a young garage worker in Narsingdi. Chanchal Chandra Bhoumik, 23, from Comilla's Lakshmipur...
Tensions are rising in Bangladesh's pre-election landscape as the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) categorically denied accusations leveled by Jamaat-e-Islami deputy chief Syed Abdullah Mohammad...
Bangladesh stands at a crossroads where religion is increasingly dictating the political narrative, especially as elections loom. A damning report exposes how nearly every party is leveraging...
Intelligence reports ahead of Bangladesh's February 12 elections warn that Rohingya camps could become hubs for disruptive activities. Rejecting the Election Commission's full lockdown idea,...
Tensions are boiling over in Bangladesh ahead of the contentious February 12 elections, with another political assassination attempt rocking the capital. Mohammad Hasan Molla, a prominent BNP...
As Bangladesh approaches its crucial February 12 polls, a damning report exposes the glaring gender gap in candidacy. Just 109 women have filed nominations out of 2,568 total – accounting for only...
Amid Bangladesh's turbulent path to elections, Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus and his interim government have launched a bold public outreach effort endorsing a 'Yes' vote in the forthcoming...
With general elections set for February 12, Bangladesh grapples with escalating violence against women and Hindu minorities, exposing cracks in the interim government's stability under Muhammad...
The United States has officially appointed Brent Christensen as its Ambassador to Bangladesh, with the veteran diplomat swearing in during a formal Washington ceremony. Deputy Secretary Michael R....
In a stark warning ahead of Bangladesh's February 12 elections, the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has slammed the Muhammad Yunus-led interim government for its inability to curb rampant...
The dramatic return of BNP leader Tarique Rahman to Bangladesh after nearly two decades in exile has sparked fierce backlash from ousted leader Sheikh Hasina. In an IANS interview from New Delhi,...
Despite calls for an election boycott by former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, and the interim government's efforts to downplay their impact, a recent report indicates the Awami League (AL) possesses...