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Bangladesh Mystic Singers Face Islamist Backlash

Sufi singer Jamal has spent decades devoted to his craft but now fears for his future as hardline Islamists gain ground in post-revolution Bangladesh.

International Business Times · Aug 6, 2025

Why Bangladesh’s renamed New Year parade set off a controversy

Organisers say previous name symbolised oppressive Hasina government, while critics say the move is against Bengali ethos.

Al Jazeera · Apr 16, 2025

London Indian Film Festival: must-see films and events with the likes of Aparna Sen and Anurag Kashyap

The major film festival is back with dozens of new films and talks

Evening Standard · Jun 21, 2022