The Latest Breaking News from Dhaka

Bangladesh counts votes in low-turnout election boycotted by opposition

Initial signs suggest a low turnout in controversial poll guaranteed to give a fourth straight term to PM Sheikh Hasina.

Al Jazeera · Jan 7, 2024

Prime minister wins overwhelming majority in Bangladesh as opposition boycotts vote

Voters in Bangladesh cast ballots Sunday in an election fraught with violence and a boycott from the main opposition party, paving the way for Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to seize a fourth term.

WEKU · Jan 7, 2024

Bangladesh Police Arrest Opposition Members Over Train Fire

Bangladesh police on Saturday arrested seven opposition party members blamed for an alleged pre-election arson attack on a packed commuter train that killed four people and injured another eight.

International Business Times · Jan 6, 2024

Sheikh Hasina once fought for democracy in Bangladesh. Her critics say she now threatens it

The elections in Bangladesh are all about one person: Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina

The Independent UK · Jan 3, 2024

Ahead of election, focus turns to Sheikh Hasina’s foreign affairs team

With Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina poised for the upcoming election in Bangladesh, there are speculations about a new diplomatic team that may take charge if she is re-elected which looks highly likely in the current circumstances. During the recent years Ms. Hasina has engaged all the regional and global development…

The Hindu · Jan 1, 2024

Bangladesh capital most polluted as toxic smog engulfs South Asian cities

Capitals of India and Bangladesh see thick layers of toxic smog, ‘very poor’ air quality as normal lives are affected.

Al Jazeera · Dec 27, 2023

Fading Colours: Bangladesh's Threatened Rickshaw Art

Vibrant greens and swirling yellows, film stars, birds and architecture: Bangladesh's bicycle rickshaw drivers have for decades used their transport as a unique moving canvas of urban folk art.

International Business Times · Dec 21, 2023

Bangladesh War of Liberation is the bedrock of its ties with India, says Indian envoy

India stands ready to walk together with Bangladesh in realising Dhaka’s vision of a stable, progressive and prosperous nation, the Indian envoy in Dhaka has said

The Hindu · Dec 17, 2023

Megacities: life in the cities home to more than 10 million people – photo essay

From Tokyo to Cairo, 10 photographers around the world have captured a snapshot of life in their cities for the National Gallery of Victoria’s Triennial

The Guardian - AU · Dec 7, 2023

Watch: Mushfiqur Rahim dismissed for 'obstructing the field' in 2nd Test against New Zealand

NEW DELHI: In the second Test match against New Zealand on Wednesday in Dhaka, Mushfiqur Rahim of Bangladesh became just the second batsman in Test history to be dismissed for obstructing the field.

The Times of India · Dec 6, 2023