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Bangladesh police arrest a key opposition leader amid growing national tension

Authorities in Bangladesh arrested a key opposition figure from the Bangladesh Nationalist Party on Sunday and sent him to prison after hours of detention. The party had called for a nationwide strike after violent clashes with security forces a day earlier.

France 24

Bangladesh opposition leader Alamgir detained after antigovernment rally

Detention of Bangladesh National Party leader comes ahead of general elections set for early next year.

Al Jazeera

BAN vs NED | Coach Ryan Cook’s inputs on the Bangladesh side will help us: Netherlands captain Scott Edwards

Taskin Ahmed believes Bangladesh can still qualify for the WC semis despite losing 4 out of 5 matches. He admits team's batting and bowling not up to mark but Shakib Al Hasan's break to train in Dhaka did not affect morale

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Shakib Al Hasan rejoins Bangladesh squad after travelling Dhaka to fix 'technical issues' with personal mentor

KOLKATA: Bangladesh skipper Shakib Al Hasan, who flew back to Dhaka to sort out some "technical issue" with his childhood coach and mentor Nazmul Abedeen Faheem, rejoined the squad here on Thursday.

The Times of India

At least 15 killed and many injured when 2 trains collide in central Bangladesh

A cargo train has hit a passenger train outside the Bangladeshi capital Dhaka, leaving at least 15 people dead and scores injured

The Independent UK

‘Only the rich can bear this heat’: how Dhaka is battling extreme weather

As high temperatures hit the poor hardest, climate change may undo years of development gains, says Asia’s first heat officer

The Guardian - UK

Ronaldinho to make maiden visit to Kolkata mid-October

Ronaldinho to visit Kolkata for Durga Puja. He'll meet CM Banerjee, learn cricket from Sourav Ganguly, interact with sponsors, promote football, play charity match, and unveil pandals. He'll arrive Oct 16 and stay two days before heading to Dhaka. Samba Magic awaits!

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India, Bangladesh conclude 15th Joint Working Group on Trade Meeting, discuss several bilateral issues

The 15th Meeting of the Joint Working Group on Trade (JWG) between India and Bangladesh was held on September 26 and 27 in Dhaka, Bangladesh, where the two nations discussed various bilateral issues, including removal of port restrictions, the groundwork for commencement of the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA). Read…

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New Zealand whitewash Bangladesh to wrap ODI World Cup preparation

NEW DELHI: New Zealand geared up for the World Cup with an impressive 2-0 series victory over Bangladesh, culminating in a convincing seven-wicket win in the final one-day international (ODI) in Dhaka on Tuesday.

The Times of India

Ish Sodhi takes 6 wickets as New Zealand beat Bangladesh by 86 runs in second ODI

NEW DELHI: Ish Sodhi made history on Saturday by becoming the first New Zealand spinner to secure six wickets in a one-day international, playing a pivotal role in guiding the team to an 86-run triumph in the second match of the three-match series against Bangladesh in Mirpur, Dhaka.

The Times of India

Watch: Ish Sodhi hugs bowler on being recalled after run out at non striker's end

NEW DELHI: In a lovely gesture of sportsmanship, Bangladeshi players recalled New Zealand batter Ish Sodhi after running him out at the non striker's end during the second one-dayer in Dhaka on Saturday.

The Times of India

Bangladesh is struggling to cope with a record dengue outbreak in which 778 people have died

Bangladesh is struggling with a record outbreak of dengue fever, with experts saying a lack of a coordinated response is causing more deaths from the mosquito-transmitted disease

The Independent UK

Bangladesh court jails prominent rights activists for two years

Adilur Rahman Khan and Nasiruddin Elan of Odhikar group documented extrajudicial killings and enforced disappearances.

Al Jazeera

Snack attack: how the west exported unhealthy eating to Africa and Asia

From rickshaw riders in Bangladesh to schoolchildren in Kenya, people in lower-income countries are turning to ultra-processed convenience foods, as experts warn of an inevitable disease toll to follow

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Why world figures urged Bangladesh to stop ‘harassment’ of a Nobel laureate

As Yunus faces corruption and labour law charges, global figures say country’s only Nobel winner is being ‘persecuted’.

The Independent UK

France, Bangladesh sign deal to provide loans, satellite technology during Macron's visit to Dhaka

French President Emmanuel Macron witnessed the signature of a deal to facilitate loans to Bangladesh aimed at infrastructure development, as well as a letter of intent to provide the South Asian country with an earth observation satellite system

Radio France Internationale

After G20, Macron visits Bangladesh, Biden goes Vietnam to strengthen alliances

French President Emmanuel Macron is in Bangladesh for a two-day visit, the first by a French President in 33 years. Macron visits Dhaka following his participation in the G20 summit in New Delhi, with his trip coinciding with US President Joe Biden's visit to Vietnam.

Al Jazeera

Global warming, longer monsoon rains making dengue deadlier in South Asia

Experts say rising temperatures and longer monsoon seasons are providing ideal breeding conditions for mosquitoes.

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G-20 Summit | Meeting with PM Modi, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on Hasina’s Delhi agenda

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to host his Bangladesh counterpart Sheikh Hasina at his residence in Delhi ahead of the G-20 summit where Bangladesh is among the nine “guest countries”.

The Hindu

President Macron to raise risks against ‘partitioning of the world’ at G-20

At G-20 summit, France President Emmanuel Macron to focus on deepening French engagement with Indo-Pacific region. Visit to India, Bangladesh to intensify focus on region with French historic presence. Macron to recall France's determination to stand by Bangladesh on humanitarian front, Rohingya crisis and UN peacekeeping operations. Elysee Palace hosted…

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‘Wait never ends’ for families of the forcibly disappeared in Bangladesh

Rights groups say more than 600 people disappeared since Awami League government led by PM Sheikh Hasina came to power.

The Times of India

Bangladeshi woman claims man from Noida married her, then fled; cops start probe

NOIDA: A Bangladeshi woman on Monday accused a Noida man of marrying her while he was working in Dhaka and then fleeing after they had a child together, the police said.

The Hindu

Haramanpreet says no regret over her Dhaka outburst

Indian women’s cricket team captain Harmanpreet Kaur said that she has no regret over her temperamental outburst during the third ODI against Bangladesh last month in Dhaka.

The Times of India

'No regret': Harmanpreet Kaur on her Dhaka outburst

NEW DELHI: Harmanpreet Kaur, captain of the Indian women's cricket team, claimed on Sunday that she had no regrets about her emotional outburst during the third ODI against Bangladesh last month in Dhaka.

The Times of India

Shakib Al Hasan to lead Bangladesh in Asia Cup, World Cup

DHAKA: Bangladesh on Friday appointed veteran all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan as their ODI captain for both the Asia Cup and the 2023 World Cup .

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