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Bangladesh to try retired army major under military law in ex-president Ziaur Rahman assassination case

Bangladesh has arrested and handed over a retired army major for trial. He is accused of involvement in the 1981 assassination of President Ziaur Rahman. The retired officer had been a fugitive for many years in a neighboring country. Other associates were tried by a military court at the time…

The Times of India

Inside the labour supply chain fueling illegal Bangladeshi infiltration

Illegal immigrants from Bangladesh enter India through a planned labor supply chain. Agents facilitate border crossings and transportation to various Indian job locations. Indian employers recruit these workers for sectors like textiles and construction. Fake documents are created to integrate migrants and secure employment opportunities. This organized system highlights the…

The Economic Times

ZIM vs BAN Live Streaming: Check playing XI, pitch report, head-to-head and weather forecast for 3rd T20I in Bulawayo

Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh 3rd T20I Playing 11: Zimbabwe and Bangladesh will compete in the decisive third T20I match. The series is currently level at one match apiece for both teams. Both sides aim for a crucial victory to end the tour on a high note. The match is scheduled for…

The Economic Times

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Court orders deportation of Bangladeshi national illegally residing in Delhi

A Delhi court convicted a Bangladeshi national for obtaining fake Indian identity documents. The accused, Sabu alias Shabu Sardar, had illegally entered India and used false credentials. He obtained an Indian passport, Aadhaar card, and PAN card through deception. The court sentenced him to the period already undergone in jail.…

The Economic Times

Protests rock Dhaka as minority leaders condemn arrest of Hindu man building 81-ft Lord Ram statue

Minority leaders in Bangladesh on Saturday staged a large protest outside the National press club in Dhaka, condemning the arrest of a young Hindu man, Haridas Chandra Tarani Das, and alleging that the money laundering charges against him were fabricated to stop the construction of an 81-foot Lord Ram statue…

The Times of India

Bangladesh's request to extradite Sheikh Hasina under scrutiny: New Delhi

India is currently examining a request from Bangladesh for extradition. Sheikh Hasina, the former prime minister, is reportedly planning her return. She fled Dhaka after her government collapsed in August 2024. A special tribunal sentenced her in absentia for alleged crimes. Bilateral relations are stabilizing after a period of tension.

The Economic Times

Weather tracker: Thunderstorms strike across Europe amid record heatwave

Storms are typical during intense heat but this week’s have been extreme. Plus, deadly monsoon rains in Bangladesh

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ZIM vs BAN Live Streaming: When and where to watch, playing XI, pitch report, weather and head-to-head

Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh Playing 11: Zimbabwe seeks to clinch the T20I series after a commanding opening victory. Bangladesh must win this second match to keep their series hopes alive. The game is scheduled for Friday, July 17, at Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo. Live streaming will be available on the…

The Economic Times

A simple pair of glasses is helping productivity gains in some Bangladesh garment factories

In Bangladesh, a simple pair of reading glasses is transforming the lives of garment workers like Ruma Aktar

The Independent UK

'Assassin' of B'desh ex-prez Ziaur Rehman held after 45 yrs

Former Bangladesh army Major Muzaffar Hossain has been arrested after forty-five years. He is allegedly a mastermind and assassin of President Ziaur Rahman. The arrest occurred in Dhaka's Banani DOHS area late Wednesday night. Hossain was reportedly handed over to the Bangladesh army for court martial. This marks a significant…

The Times of India

Indian rice export prices extend gain on higher reserve price, monsoon concerns

Indian rice export prices have increased for a third consecutive week. This rise is due to higher reserve prices for government sales. Floods in Bangladesh have damaged crops on over twenty-eight thousand hectares. Thai traders remain cautious due to potential El Nino impacts on production. Vietnamese rice prices are unchanged…

The Economic Times

At least 500 Rohingya feared dead after two boats capsize in Bay of Bengal

Two boats carrying Rohingya people capsized in the Bay of Bengal. At least 500 individuals are feared dead after these tragic incidents. The boats departed from Myanmar's Rakhine state and Bangladesh refugee camps. These perilous sea crossings occur during the dangerous monsoon season. The international community is urged to increase…

The Times of India

Hundreds of Rohingya refugees feared dead after ships suspected of sinking off Myanmar

Two boats with hundreds of Muslim Rohingya refugees departed from Myanmar for Bangladesh in late June

The Independent UK

Bangladesh seizes $6.2 bn in assets tied to ousted PM Sheikh Hasina

Since Hasina was toppled in a student-led mass uprising in 2024 and fled to India, authorities have investigated the former prime minister's wealth and looked into her relatives and major business groups accused of benefiting during her 15-year, iron-fisted rule. The Bangladesh Financial Intelligence Unit said it had seized assets…

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NSA Ajit Doval meets top brass of Thailand, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Myanmar ahead of BIMSTEC National Security Chiefs' meeting

National Security Advisor Ajit Doval on Wednesday held a series of bilateral discussions with key leaders from Sri Lanka, Thailand, Bangladesh and Myanmar ahead of the BIMSTEC Security Summit in the national capital on Thursday.

The Independent UK

At least 12 dead in World Cup-related violence in Bangladesh

Football fever grips Bangladesh and turns deadly for some

The Economic Times

ZIM vs BAN 1st T20I Live Streaming: When and where to watch Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh match live, probable playing 11, pitch and weather forecast

Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh 1st T20I Playing 11: Zimbabwe and Bangladesh begin their three-game T20I series today. Zimbabwe enters the contest with strong momentum after recent series victories. Both teams now focus on the shortest format of the game. The match is scheduled for July 15, 2026, at Queens Sports Club.…

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Sheikh Hasina's return: India says stance unchanged

India maintains its cautious approach regarding Sheikh Hasina's potential return to Dhaka. She fled Bangladesh after her government collapsed amid protests in August 2024. Hasina faces a death sentence for alleged crimes against humanity, which Dhaka seeks extradition for. Bilateral relations have seen efforts to stabilize after a significant downturn.…

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Bangladeshi author Taslima Nasrin set to return to Kolkata after nearly 20 years

Taslima Nasrin will attend an anti-fundamentalism event in Kolkata next month. She was forced to leave the city in 2007 after protests over her writings. The BJP government views her return as a reversal of past capitulation. This event signifies a new political backdrop for the author's visit. Organizers celebrate…

The Independent UK

Bangladesh’s ousted PM Hasina ‘will have to go to jail’ on return, says minister

Sheikh Hasina says she will return to Bangladesh from her self-exile to face the law

The Times of India

Bangladesh arrests organiser of proposed 81-foot Lord Ram statue on money laundering charges

In Bangladesh, the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has apprehended Haridas Chandra Tarani Das on accusations of money laundering. This action comes in the wake of halted plans for an 81-foot statue of Lord Ram, which encountered threats from Islamist factions and backlash from Hindu groups. Growing concerns about religious freedoms…

The Independent UK

Severe flooding in Bangladesh kills at least 51

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At least 51 dead and more than million affected as floods hit Bangladesh

At least 28 people, including women and children, have died in Cox’s Bazar

The Economic Times

ICC Men's Player of the Month nominees for June 2026 announced

The International Cricket Council announced June 2026 Player of the Month nominees. Mossadek Hossain impressed with a series-winning performance against Australia. Nathan Smith led New Zealand's attack to a Test series victory. Shubman Gill scored centuries and amassed runs across formats. These players earned recognition for outstanding performances during the…

The Times of India

'We want you tomorrow': Bangladesh official slams Sheikh Hasina's delayed return

Bangladesh's International Crimes Tribunal prosecutor wants Sheikh Hasina to surrender immediately. She faces a death sentence and jail upon returning from India. The prosecutor stated Hasina would be sent directly to jail without court appearance. He warned against any stunts or creating further instability in the country. The tribunal's activities…

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