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Exiled PM vows to return to Bangladesh despite execution threat

Sheikh Hasina plans a December comeback two years after being ousted in a bloody uprising led by students

The Guardian - UK · Aug 5

'Tried to set it on fire': Shakib Al Hasan’s house attacked after he attends Hasina's presser

Hours after former Bangladesh cricket captain and ex-lawmaker Shakib Al Hasan attended a media interaction addressed by ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina in New Delhi, unidentified people allegedly attacked his house in Bangladesh's Magura district, police said.

The Times of India · Aug 5

Mob tries to set former cricketer’s house on fire after he attends press conference with ex-Bangladesh PM Hasina

Hasina announces that she plans to return to Bangladesh in December

The Independent UK · Aug 5

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'They didn't allow the truth to come out': Hasina attacks Bangladesh interim govt in first address after 2 years

Former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina alleges the interim government halted a judicial inquiry. She claims this move prevents the truth about July-August 2024 violence from emerging. Hasina stated the protests were an organized political campaign, not a student movement. She also noted widespread violence and attacks on government institutions occurred.…

The Economic Times · Aug 5

'Students emotionally manipulated': Sheikh Hasina on 'truth' behind protests that led to her ouster

Former Bangladesh prime minister Sheikh Hasina has claimed that "organised groups" hijacked the 2024 student protests and turned the movement into "instruments of violent political agitation." Revealing her version of the "truth" Hasina said that the August protests were used "create a path to power outside ballot box."

The Times of India · Aug 5

Ahead of Hasina's presser, Bangladesh warns TV channels against broadcasting her statements

Bangladesh has urged all media outlets not to broadcast or publish any statements by former prime minister Sheikh Hasina. The former Bangladesh PM is set to address a press conference on Wednesday evening.

The Times of India · Aug 5

Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman opens museum at Hasina's former residence, honours uprising martyrs

Dhaka inaugurated a memorial museum at Sheikh Hasina's former residence. This museum commemorates victims of the July-August 2024 student protests. Prime Minister Tarique Rahman unveiled the museum on August 5, 2024. The museum preserves artifacts and documents from the mass uprising. This site honors the sacrifices made during the violent…

The Economic Times · Aug 5

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'You will be Ambassadors of Bangladesh in India': HC Dinesh Trivedi tells ICCR scholarship recipients

Indian High Commissioner Dinesh Trivedi congratulated Bangladeshi students receiving ICCR scholarships. These scholars will pursue higher education in India during the 2026-2027 academic year. Over 541 students received prestigious scholarships for various academic disciplines. The High Commissioner encouraged them to be ambassadors connecting both nations. India eagerly awaits these bright…

The Economic Times · Aug 5

Bangladesh warns media against airing Sheikh Hasina's planned address from India

Bangladesh warned its media not to publicize Sheikh Hasina's upcoming virtual address. Hasina, exiled in India, faces a death sentence for past actions. Her aides confirmed the event will proceed despite Dhaka's concerns. India stated it has no involvement in the private media event. Dhaka continues seeking Hasina's extradition from…

The Economic Times · Aug 4

Bangladesh asks India to clarify stance on exiled former leader Sheikh Hasina’s planned speech

Ousted prime minister is due to deliver virtual address at a programme organised by Foreign Correspondents’ Club of South Asia in Delhi

The Independent UK · Aug 4

India invites Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman to attend BRICS summit

India has invited Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman to the BRICS summit. He will attend the outreach session in his capacity as BIMSTEC chair. The upcoming BRICS summit is scheduled for September 12 and 13 in New Delhi. This meeting will address pressing global challenges and economic consequences of crises.…

The Economic Times · Aug 4

MEA says it is not involved with Bangladesh ex-PM Sheikh Hasina's virtual address

India on Tuesday said the event in New Delhi where former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina is scheduled to speak is being organised by a private entity and has no government involvement.

The Economic Times · Aug 4

Taslima Nasreen backs UCC, says women would not get equal rights if religious laws exist

Exiled Bangladeshi writer and activist Taslima Nasreen on Tuesday reiterated her stance on the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), arguing that laws should be based on equal rights rather than religion, while also calling for the lifting of the ban on Sheikh Hasina's Awami League party in Bangladesh.

The Economic Times · Aug 4

Where India's Border Towns Blur Every Line Between Culture, Identity, and Crossing

Moreh, Manipur: The Market That Ignores the LineThe stalls at Moreh's daily market sell Myanmarese thanaka paste three rows from Indian turmeric, and the sellers switch between Meitei, Burmese, and a stitched-together pidgin depending on who is standing in front of them. The border crossing here is a gate, technically,…

Times Life · Aug 4

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The Times of India · Aug 4

Bangladesh seeks India’s stand on Sheikh Hasina’s Aug 5 virtual address

Bangladesh seeks India's clarification on supporting Sheikh Hasina's upcoming virtual address. Dhaka wants assurances that Indian territory will not be used for political statements. The government fears such activities could destabilize Bangladesh and harm bilateral ties. India has previously indicated it does not expect fugitives to make political statements. No…

The Economic Times · Aug 3

Bangladesh urges India to prevent Sheikh Hasina from making political speeches from Indian territory

Bangladesh requested India's cooperation to stop political statements from its territory. The nation warned such actions could destabilize bilateral relations between the two countries. Dhaka reiterated its request for Sheikh Hasina's extradition to Bangladesh. Hasina, who fled to India, plans to return voluntarily around December. Her return follows a death…

The Conversation · Aug 3

Unbound Forms at the Hepworth: how Indian and Bangladeshi artists turned craft traditions into contemporary sculpture

Craft traditions are often imagined as practices rooted in the past: carefully preserved techniques passed from one generation to the next. But Unbound Forms at The Hepworth Wakefield reveals a more dynamic story. Bringing together the work of five pioneering women artists from India and Bangladesh, the exhibition shows how…

The Economic Times · Aug 3

'Ready to show my documents, will PM Modi show his degree?': CJP founder Dipke on foreign funding row

Abhijeet Dipke stated his US education was funded by a scholarship and loan. He commented on Taslima Nasreen's remarks regarding protests in Bangladesh and Nepal. Dipke also urged the Maharashtra government to withdraw FIRs against student protesters. He claimed education has become unaffordable and inaccessible for many Indians. The CJP…

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The Economic Times · Aug 3

India eyes Rs 45,000 crore rail push to strengthen borders with China, Pakistan, Bangladesh

India plans to invest up to Rs 45,000 crore over the next two years to upgrade railway infrastructure along its borders with China, Pakistan and Bangladesh. The project aims to strengthen military logistics and civilian connectivity across frontier states, reinforcing strategic preparedness amid evolving regional security challenges and geopolitical shifts.

The Economic Times · Aug 3

Ban on Bangladesh's Awami League is move against democracy: Taslima Nasreen

Exiled author Taslima Nasreen opposes the ban on Bangladesh's Awami League party. She criticizes the current political climate and the rise of religious fundamentalism. Nasreen also expressed concerns over minority persecution and the safety of women. She called for the release of Hindu monk Chinmoy Krishna Das. The author believes…

The Times of India · Aug 2

Hasina may make her first public appearance this week since ouster

Exactly two years after her ouster from office, former Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina may make her first public appearance this week. Hasina is likely to virtually address an event at the foreign correspondents’ club of South Asia in New Delhi on Aug 5.

The Times of India · Aug 2

Sheikh Hasina ouster anniversary: Bangladesh issues nationwide alert over attack on police

Bangladesh Police issued a nationwide alert for potential attacks on law enforcement vehicles. Intelligence inputs warned of extremist threats ahead of an anniversary. Security measures have been intensified across the country for official vehicles. Recent bomb scares in Dhaka have also heightened security concerns. Authorities are investigating suspicious objects and…

The Economic Times · Aug 2

Taslima Nasreen bats for UCC implementation in India, stresses need for such law in Bangladesh, Pakistan

Exiled author Taslima Nasreen has voiced strong support for the adoption of a Uniform Civil Code in India, asserting that it is crucial for eradicating gender discrimination. She believes similar measures should be considered in Bangladesh and Pakistan.

The Economic Times · Aug 2

Bangladesh's ruling BNP authorises PM Rahman to finalise Presidential candidate

The Bangladesh Nationalist Party has authorized Prime Minister Tarique Rahman to select their presidential nominee. This significant decision was made during a National Standing Committee meeting on Saturday. The party chairman will determine the candidate after the election schedule is announced. Speaker Hafiz Uddin Ahmad is currently serving as the…

The Economic Times · Jul 31

India invites Russia for BRICS Summit in New Delhi: Report

India has extended an invitation to Russia for the upcoming 18th BRICS Summit. Preparations are actively underway for the summit, which India will host. The event is scheduled to take place in New Delhi on September 12-13. Bangladesh also received an invitation for the summit's outreach segment. BRICS currently includes…

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