The Latest Breaking News from Bangladesh

Bangladesh's interim government has formally requested UN human rights assistance for a fair probe into student leader Sharif Osman Hadi's killing. Hadi, a prominent protest figure, died after being shot during an election event. Dhaka police filed charges against 17, alleging political vengeance linked to the Awami League, a claim…

Ramesh Chandra Sen, a senior Hindu leader of Bangladesh Awami League, died in Dinajpur District Jail. This incident raised concerns about the treatment of political prisoners. His passing comes at a sensitive political juncture for Bangladesh as it's about face its first poll since sheikh Hasina' ouster on Feb 12.

World health body says risk of international spread of disease is considered low

Bangladesh's main opposition BNP has unveiled its election manifesto, promising electoral reforms and a tougher foreign policy focused on border security and river-water sharing. The party aims for a "Bangladesh Before All" doctrine, emphasizing "equality and self-dignity" and a "Friend Yes, Master No" approach to international relations.

Bangladesh votes, Singapore unveils its budget and China enters the Spring Festival holiday

Boycotts, security fears and power struggles collide as cricket’s most profitable event begins in South Asia this month. Namita Singh reports from Delhi

Brendon McCullum’s England have the tools to seize glory amid a backdrop of turmoil between hosts India, fierce rivals Pakistan, and the now withdrawn Bangladesh

India are favourites by a long way but England are on form approaching tournament already hit by controversy

PRV infections are typically mild, but that has not been the case in these newly documented cases

Pakistan's looming boycott of a game against India threatens to overshadow cricket's Twenty20 World Cup

Attacks on Bangladesh’s Hindu minority have surged since the ouster of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in an uprising in 2024