The Latest Breaking News from Bangladesh

Two die and thousands hurt in crackdown on Bangladesh student protests

Police fire teargas at university campuses as students demand end to discriminatory job quotas

The Guardian - UK · Jul 16, 2024

Bangladesh Shuts Schools Nationwide After Six Killed In Protests

Bangladesh ordered schools and universities around the country to close indefinitely on Tuesday after six students were killed in protests that prompted the mobilisation of paramilitaries to keep order.

International Business Times · Jul 16, 2024

What’s behind Bangladesh’s violent quota protests?

Students demanding reforms in the quota system say they have come under attack from the government and its allies.

Al Jazeera · Jul 16, 2024

Violent clashes over quota system in government jobs leave scores injured in Bangladesh

Police and students say police fired tear gas and charged with batons during clashes between a pro-government student body and student protesters, leaving dozens injured at a university in Bangladesh

The Independent UK · Jul 16, 2024

Amy Jones expects ‘tricky’ task behind stumps during T20 World Cup in Bangladesh

England’s Jones is regarded as one of the world’s best with the gloves and is especially adroit standing up to the stumps.

The Independent UK · Jul 15, 2024

Bangladesh PM's Helicopter-flying Servant Sparks Graft Probe

Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina says she is "taking measures" after a slew of corruption scandals -- including one involving her former household servant who now travels by helicopter after amassing a staggering $34 million fortune.

International Business Times · Jul 15, 2024

Refugee torture survivors still fear repression

A Chilean political refugee who was tortured by the Pinochet regime and a Bangladeshi dissident say governments harassing diasporas in Australia is common.

AAP · Jul 14, 2024

Pakistan Cricket Board retain Muhammad Yousuf and Asad Shafiq in revamped selection panel

NEW DELHI: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has retained former players Muhammad Yousuf and Asad Shafiq in the revamped selection committee for the upcoming home Test series against Bangladesh next month.

The Times of India · Jul 12, 2024

Shaheen Shah Afridi likely to miss Pakistan's Test series against Bangladesh

Shaheen Shah Afridi may not be available for Pakistan's two-Test series against Bangladesh as he awaits the birth of his child.

The Times of India · Jul 12, 2024

China and Bangladesh reaffirm their ties as territorial and economic issues rise in region

China and Bangladesh are reaffirming their ties during a visit by Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to Beijing as tensions rise in the region over territorial disputes and resources

The Independent UK · Jul 10, 2024