AP PHOTOS: Bangladesh's turbulent half-century, from coups to climate shocks Bangladesh has had a turbulent existence since gaining independence in 1971 following a war with Pakistan. The Independent UK · Aug 8, 2024
Nobel Winner Yunus Returning To Bangladesh To Lead New Government Nobel peace prize winner Muhammad Yunus was flying back to Bangladesh on Thursday to lead a caretaker government after a student-led uprising ended the 15-year rule of Sheikh Hasina. International Business Times · Aug 8, 2024
Bangladesh economy under pressure amid ‘uncharted’ political turmoil Hopes that interim government under Muhammad Yunus can restore stability and address country’s inequalities. Al Jazeera · Aug 8, 2024
Big challenges ahead for Muhammad Yunus, Bangladesh’s new interim leader The Nobel laureate is expected to bring back peace, revive the economy and pave way for free and fair elections. Al Jazeera · Aug 7, 2024
The Guardian view on Bangladesh’s uprising: a fresh but fragile opportunity to renew democracy Editorial: The prime minister, Sheikh Hasina, fled this week amid mass unrest. This is a chance to replace autocracy with real civil and political rights The Guardian - UK · Aug 7, 2024
Bangladesh Descends Into Chaos Following Prime Minister's Departure Bangladesh in turmoil as violence targets minorities amid economic grievances. International concern grows over safety and rights of citizens. Top News · Aug 7, 2024
‘We’ve ousted this regime and will do so again’: the students bringing change to Bangladesh Gen Z Bangladeshis say their protests may have ended but their duty to the nation persists, inspiring older compatriots The Guardian - UK · Aug 7, 2024
The question for Bangladesh: can it break the spell of its bloodstained history? Sheikh Hasina has fled and a new interim leader has been named. This is the moment for the country to leave its dynastic politics behind, says writer Salil Tripathi The Guardian - UK · Aug 7, 2024
Muhammad Yunus heads home to lead Bangladesh interim government Army chief says the interim government headed by the Nobel Peace laureate would be sworn in on Thursday night. Al Jazeera · Aug 7, 2024
Muhammad Yunus, the Nobel laureate tasked with rebuilding democracy in Bangladesh A Nobel-winning microfinance pioneer, Muhammad Yunus has been credited with lifting millions out of poverty in his native Bangladesh. He arrived back in Dhaka on Thursday, tasked with steering the South Asian country out of chaos after mass protests and spiralling unrest forced longtime prime minister Sheikh Hasina to flee. France 24 · Aug 7, 2024
Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus urges peace as he is sworn in as Bangladesh leader Incoming head of interim government hails ‘second Victory Day’ but tells Bangladeshis: ‘Violence is our enemy’ The Guardian - UK · Aug 7, 2024
Bangladesh's interim governement led by Nobel Laureate Yunus to be sworn in on Thursday Bangladesh's military chief announced on Wednesday that an interim government, headed by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus, will be sworn in on Thursday. The move follows former prime minister Sheikh Hasina's resignation and departure to India, with the new administration aiming to restore stability after widespread unrest. France 24 · Aug 7, 2024
Bangladesh's Interim Government Led By Muhammad Yunus To Take Oath Nobel Laureate Muhammad Yunus appointed to lead interim government in Bangladesh, bringing hope for stability and progress. Top News · Aug 7, 2024
Pakistan Test squad for Bangladesh series includes senior players Babar Azam and Shaheen Afridi NEW DELHI: Pakistan cricket team has opted to retain senior players Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, and Shaheen Shah Afridi in the Test squad for the upcoming two-match series against Bangladesh, despite earlier plans for a significant overhaul following a disappointing T20 World Cup performance. The adjustments in the squad were… The Times of India · Aug 7, 2024
Dynamite News · Aug 7, 2024 Bangladesh Crisis: 'No decision yet for Hasina to move from India...', asserts son Sajeeb Responding to a question about leadership in the Awami League, Sajeeb said he currently has no plans to enter politics. Read further on Dynamite News:
The Independent UK · Aug 7, 2024 Ouster of Bangladesh's prime minister will test India's regional power, with Beijing’s on the rise The dramatic resignation of Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina poses a dilemma for India’s government, and the South Asian powerhouse could even see its influence in the region wane, according to experts
Dynamite News · Aug 7, 2024 Bangladesh Turmoil: BSF reviews security situation along Indo-Bangladesh border The North Bengal Frontier has deployed a total of 18 BSF Battalions under four BSF Sectors, all of which are now on high alert. Read further on Dynamite News:
Latin Times · Aug 7, 2024 Bangladesh Nobel Winner Yunus To Lead Interim Govt The appointment came quickly after student leaders called on the 84-year-old Yunus -- credited with lifting millions out of poverty in the South Asian country -- to lead.
Evening Standard · Aug 7, 2024 Who is Muhammad Yunus? Bangladesh's interim leader The Nobel laureate and anti-poverty activist will be in charge of restoring calm to the country, where there has been serious unrest for weeks
Newslaundry · Aug 7, 2024 The slogans, the geopolitics, and the fraught second liberation of Bangladesh A new interim government headed by Nobel laureate Professor Mohammad Yunus, 84, is taking shape in Bangladesh following Sheikh Hasina’s ouster. Hasina, prime minister of Bangladesh since 2008, resigned and fled the country this week to escape a student-led mass revolt against her rule, plunging the nation of 174 million…
Fortune · Aug 7, 2024 A Nobel laureate and microfinance pioneer steps in to lead Bangladesh out of a deadly protest crisis Grameen Bank founder Muhammad Yunus will lead an interim government in Bangladesh after protests ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.
Al Jazeera · Aug 7, 2024 Students, other Muslims protect temples, churches amid Bangladesh unrest Rights groups, diplomats had raised concerns over reports of attacks on minorities after PM Hasina quit, fled country.
The Times of India · Aug 7, 2024 From population to geography, 10 facts kids should know about Bangladesh The unrest in Bangladesh is gaining global traction. From mass protests, deaths to President Sheikh Hasina fleeing the country, Bangladesh's turmoil has been in news headlines since a long time.
Top News · Aug 7, 2024 Nobel Laureate Yunus To Lead Interim Government In Bangladesh Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus to lead interim government in Bangladesh amid protests, facing support and criticism.
The Guardian - AU · Aug 7, 2024 Who is Muhammad Yunus, the new leader of Bangladesh’s interim government? The Nobel Prize winner and long-time foe of Sheikh Hasina, is credited with lifting millions of people out of poverty by providing microfinancing