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A landmark verdict has seen former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina sentenced to death by the country's International Crimes Tribunal (ICT). This judgment has ignited a fierce debate,...
A recent verdict from a Bangladesh court has seen former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina convicted of crimes against humanity and sentenced to death. Hasina is currently residing in New Delhi, India,...
Former career diplomat, ex-union minister and Congress leader Mani Shankar Aiyar on Saturday night said that deposed Bangladeshi prime minister Sheikh Hasina should be allowed to stay in India as...
In a powerful Labor Day address, ousted Bangladesh leader Sheikh Hasina painted a grim picture of her country's workforce, accusing Muhammad Yunus's interim regime of squandering 15 years of...
Speculation is rife in political corridors that Dinesh Trivedi, ex-Union Minister and Barrackpore MP, will be appointed India's High Commissioner to Bangladesh. BJP leader and IT Cell chief Amit...
From her exile, Bangladesh's ousted leader Sheikh Hasina delivered an emotional Eid message that stirred hearts across the nation. Addressing Awami League faithful on Saturday, she linked the...
A Dhaka court has escalated its pursuit of UK Parliamentarian Tulip Rizwana Siddiq, ordering officials to request an Interpol Red Notice for her arrest. As Sheikh Hasina's niece and a prominent...
Signs of resurgence are emerging in Bangladesh's political arena, where the Awami League is quietly reopening its district-level offices. Flags are flying high, posters adorn walls, and party symbols...
In a sobering assessment, CFR expert Joshua Kurlantzick examines Bangladesh's latest elections, exposing the limits of Gen Z's political surge. The August 2024 student-led protests that ousted Sheikh...
The dust has settled on Bangladesh's landmark 13th general elections, where the BNP clinched a massive mandate in a process that stayed remarkably violence-free. Lisa Curtis, ex-White House advisor...
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...
In a fiery denunciation, ousted Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has dismissed the 13th national parliamentary elections as a sham orchestrated by an illegitimate regime. Addressing the nation...
Elections in Bangladesh unfolded Thursday against a backdrop of allegations of fraud and clashes, drawing intense scrutiny from India. The Election Commission reported 32.88% turnout by noon, based...
Bangladesh's general elections are in full swing today, with voting live on 299 parliamentary seats from 42,779 polling stations. Gates opened at 7:30 AM and will close at 4:30 PM, after which...
With voting set for February 12, Bangladesh's general election is under intense global scrutiny amid explosive allegations from exiled diplomat Mohammad Harun Al Rashid. In a revealing interview with...
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...
Dhaka's judicial hammer fell hard on Monday as a special court convicted former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina of corruption in the high-profile Purbachal plot scam, imposing a 10-year prison sentence....
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 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...
Fresh outrage grips Bangladesh following the leak of a US diplomatic audio that appears to blueprint the power shift after Sheikh Hasina's downfall. Published by StratNews Global, the recording...
In a chilling escalation, Bangladesh's Yunus-led interim authority stands accused of deploying draconian anti-terror laws to hound journalists across the country. Detailed reports expose how this...
Bangladesh is witnessing a quiet but potent revival of Islamist mobilization through the Tawhidi Janata movement, which a new report warns could redefine public life under the guise of moral...
In a significant escalation of Bangladesh's pursuit of justice, the Supreme Court's Appellate Division has slotted January 20 for hearing an appeal to impose capital punishment on ousted Prime...
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,...
In the heated prelude to Bangladesh's elections, Sheikh Hasina, ex-PM and Awami League chief, has condemned the rush to politicize Khaleda Zia's death. Labeling accusations against her as baseless,...
In a bombshell exclusive, ousted Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has ripped into Muhammad Yunus's interim regime, branding it complicit in a wave of extremist violence targeting Hindus and...
Bangladesh's political arena is heating up ahead of the February 2026 general elections, but exiled powerhouse Awami League is crying foul. Banned from the race despite massive public backing, the...
In a candid email exchange, ousted Bangladeshi leader Sheikh Hasina reaffirmed the unbreakable spirit of India-Bangladesh friendship amid rising strains. The Awami League chief credited Prime...
A Bangladesh court has handed down a significant prison sentence to ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, sentencing her to a total of 21 years behind bars. The convictions stem from three separate...
Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's continued residence in India, since her government's collapse last year, is legally underpinned by a New Delhi residence permit. This permit provides...
Bangladesh is now a breeding ground for terrorism, a stark warning issued by Sajeeb Wazed Joy, son of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. Speaking from Virginia, Wazed revealed that Lashkar-e-Taiba...
Alarming revelations suggest Bangladesh is evolving into a significant hub for terrorist activities, with direct links to recent attacks in Delhi. Sajeeb Wazed Joy, son of former Prime Minister...
A seismic verdict has shaken Bangladesh as former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has been sentenced to death by the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT). This landmark ruling has ignited a fierce...
Bangladesh has officially requested India to extradite former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who has been sentenced to death by a Dhaka court. The Ministry of External Affairs in Dhaka cited the...
Ousted Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has reacted strongly to her death sentence, issued by the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) for her alleged role in the July-August 2024 unrest....
Former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has vehemently rejected her death sentence, declared by the International Crimes Tribunal in Bangladesh. In a powerful statement, she labeled the tribunal a...
Ousted Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has been convicted of crimes against humanity and sentenced to death by a Bangladesh court. Currently residing in New Delhi since August 2024,...
Bangladesh braces for a critical verdict as a special tribunal is set to rule on charges against former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. The interim government, led by Muhammad Yunus, is reportedly...
A pivotal phone call from India is credited with averting a potentially tragic outcome for Bangladesh's Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina during last year's widespread unrest. The dramatic events of...
Former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has expressed profound gratitude to the Indian people for offering her sanctuary while living in self-exile in India since August 2024. She has leveled serious...
A recent report indicates that the Awami League (AL) maintains a significant and resilient support base in Bangladesh, even as the interim government, led by Muhammad Yunus, dismisses calls to...
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...
Bangladesh's interim government chief, Muhammad Yunus, has issued a stark warning about potential disruptions to the upcoming general election. He stated that significant forces, both domestically...
Following protests against the government in Bangladesh last year, the party of Sheikh Hasina is facing a difficult situation. Sheikh Hasina was forced to leave the country after a coup on August 5th...
During the 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), Bangladesh's interim Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus voiced concerns over the ongoing situation in Gaza, describing it as a 'genocide.' He urged...
Mohammad Yunus, the Chief Advisor of Bangladesh, faced public humiliation during his visit to New York, where he was attending the UN General Assembly. Upon his arrival, Yunus and his team were...
The Election Commission of Bangladesh has taken a significant action against Sheikh Hasina. On Wednesday, the commission announced that the former Prime Minister's National Identity Card (NID) has...
In New York, outside the Bangladesh Consulate, supporters of Sheikh Hasina staged a significant protest. The demonstrators targeted Mahfuz Alam, an information advisor in the Yunus government, with...
Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Ishaq Dar, is on a two-day visit to Bangladesh, a trip considered highly significant due to the upcoming general elections in the country. This...
Pakistani Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar arrived in Dhaka on Saturday for a two-day visit, aiming to revitalize relations with Bangladesh. His visit comes at a time when Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina was...
The people of Bangladesh will no longer be able to listen to previous statements made by former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. This decision follows a strong warning issued by Professor Muhammad...
Tensions between India and Bangladesh have risen following the departure of Sheikh Hasina. Bangladesh has accused India of allowing members of the Awami League, the former ruling party, to conduct...
Elections in Bangladesh have been announced, but skepticism lingers regarding the intentions of the chief advisor. Kader Siddiqui, the founder of the Krishak Sramik Janata League, has issued a...
Bangladesh is preparing for its next general election following the removal of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina from power. Chief Election Commissioner of Bangladesh, A.M.M. Nasir Uddin, announced...
The trial against former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has begun on charges of genocide. Hasina is accused of ordering the killing of thousands of people while she was prime minister last...
The International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) in Bangladesh has sentenced former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to six months in prison for contempt of court. The ruling was delivered by a three-member...
Police in Bangladesh Have Arrested 41 Former Offers Who are among Media reports said on Monday. Hasina, the Awami League leader, resigned and escaped to India on August 5 last year after...
India on Friday Summoned Bangladesh's Acting High Commissioner to India, MD. Nural Islam, Over Recent Regular Statements from Bangladesh Authorities Portraying India "Negatively" and Holding It...