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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:

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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

The Independent UK

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.

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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

Evening Standard

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.

Fortune

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.

Al Jazeera

Wednesday briefing: Everything you need to know about Tim Walz, Kamala Harris’s running mate

In today’s newsletter: The Democrat candidate named, and introduced, her vice-president pick on Tuesday – here’s how he could shape the race for the White House

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Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus to head Bangladesh’s interim government

Decision came during meeting of military chiefs and organisers of the student protests that helped drive longtime prime minister Sheikh Hasina from power

The Guardian - UK

Bangladesh Nobel Winner Yunus Tapped To Lead Interim Govt

Bangladesh's Nobel-winning microfinance pioneer Muhammad Yunus has been tapped to lead an interim government after mass protests forced longtime prime minister Sheikh Hasina to flee, the presidency announced early Wednesday.

International Business Times

Nobel Laureate Muhammad Yunus Appointed Interim Head Of Bangladesh

Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus appointed to lead Bangladesh's interim government amid political unrest and transition.

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The day after in Dhaka: Young people replace police in Bangladesh capital

Bangladesh city’s streets, under care of civilian traffic cops and property guards, tell story of overnight destruction.

Al Jazeera

Bangladesh parliament dissolved a day after resignation of prime minister

Move comes after longtime leader Sheikh Hasina resigned and fled country after weeks of deadly unrest

The Guardian - AU

Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus named head of Bangladesh's interim government

Muhammad Yunus – Bangladesh's Nobel laureate – will lead the country's interim government, the country's presidency announced Wednesday following a meeting with military leaders, student protesters, and civil society members. The announcement was made after prime minister Sheikh Hasina stepped down and fled amidst a mass uprising driven by student-led…

France 24

Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus to lead Bangladesh interim government

The microfinance pioneer has been tapped to lead an interim government after the ouster of PM Sheikh Hasina.

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France 24

Protests in Bangladesh: the reasons for the rage

After a month of demonstrations in Bangladesh, prime minister Sheikh Hasina was ousted by a protest movement with levels of violence not seen since the country won its independence in 1971. In addition to failing to resolve mass youth unemployment, the so-called Iron Lady of Bangladesh paid the price for…

The Guardian - UK

Sheikh Hasina: child of the revolution who eroded Bangladesh’s democracy

The sudden downfall of the world’s longest-serving female leader has ended one of South Asia’s most enduring political dynasties. But will Hasina’s legacy be huge development gains or rights abuses and alleged killings?

International Business Times

Bangladesh Nobel Winner Yunus Ready To Lead After Hasina Flees

Bangladesh Nobel winner Muhammad Yunus said Tuesday he is ready to head a caretaker government, a day after the military took control as mass protests forced longtime ruler Sheikh Hasina to flee.

Radio France Internationale

Sheikh Hasina escapes to India as turmoil rages in Bangladesh

Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina resigned and fled to India sparking euphoria and looting by tens of thousands of protesters who led a campaign against her 15-year rule.

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The Conversation

Bangladesh’s protests explained: What led to PM’s ouster and the challenges that lie ahead

Bangladesh’s embattled prime minister, Sheikh Hasina, fled the country on Aug. 5, 2024, after weeks of protests that have resulted in scores of deaths.

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Nobel Laureate Yunus Emerges As Possible Interim Leader

Learn about Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus's potential role in Bangladesh's political crisis and his global impact on social and economic development.

Newslaundry

Security, foreign designs, new power centres: Delhi’s Dhaka concerns checklist growing bigger

The unceremonious end of the Sheikh Hasina-led Awami League’s 15-year regime in Bangladesh has meant a delicate set of new equations in India’s northeastern neighbourhood.

The Guardian - UK

People in Bangladesh: how do you feel about the resignation of prime minister Sheikh Hasina?

We would like to hear your reaction to Hasina resigning and fleeing the country following a crackdown against student protesters

Dynamite News

Bangladesh Crisis: "In regular touch with Dhaka, monitoring situation of minorities" Jaishankar briefs Parliament

Speaking in Rajya Sabha on the situation in Bangladesh, Jaishankar said "We are in close and continuous touch with the Indian community in Bangladesh through our diplomatic missions. Read further on Dynamite News:

Al Jazeera

Bangladesh frees Hasina rival Khaleda Zia from house arrest

Head of Bangladesh Nationalist Party was an opponent of Prime Minister Hasina, who resigned and fled the country.

The Independent UK

Protesters who toppled Hasina want a Nobel laureate to lead Bangladesh. Who is Muhammad Yunus?

Bangladesh is in the midst of a major transition after former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina was forced to flee the country after weeks of deadly protests initially over government jobs morphed into a broader challenge to her 15-year rule

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