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On the Bangladeshi Bank Heist – National Review
On the Bangladeshi Bank Heist National Review
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Bangladesh Tribunal Pushes Investigation of Former PM Sheikh Hasina and Allies
International Crimes Tribunal in Dhaka has granted investigators a one-month deadline to complete a probe into former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and her associates, who face charges of crimes against humanity following a deadly mass uprising earlier this year. Judge Golam Mortuza Majumdar, leading a three-member tribunal, set December 17 as the final date for…
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Bangladesh Faces Deadly Dengue Outbreak: Climate Change Fuels Surge in Cases
Dhaka, November 19, 2024 — Bangladesh is grappling with one of its worst dengue outbreaks in history, with at least 407 deaths and 78,595 hospital admissions reported so far this year, according to official data. Health authorities are treating 4,173 patients, with 1,835 in the capital Dhaka, and 2,338 elsewhere across the country. The unrelenting…
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Muhammad Yunus Calls for Patience as Bangladesh Prepares for Reform and Elections
Dhaka, November 19, 2024—Interim leader Muhammad Yunus marked 100 days in office with a televised address, appealing to the nation for patience as his administration works to implement sweeping electoral and institutional reforms. The Nobel laureate, tasked with leading Bangladesh’s transitional government after former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina was ousted in August, pledged to deliver…
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Bangladesh’s Interim Leader Muhammad Yunus Demands Action, Not Negotiation, on Climate Crisis
Bangladesh’s interim leader, Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus, has called for a radical shift in approach to global climate talks, urging wealthier nations to cease negotiations and instead take immediate responsibility for ir role in the climate crisis. Speaking from Baku, Azerbaijan, Yunus framed the issue as a matter of justice, emphasizing that the country most…
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Bangladesh Tribunal Seeks Interpol Red Notice for Former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina Over Protest Deaths
In a historic move, a special tribunal in Bangladesh has formally requested Interpol to issue a red notice for the arrest of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, following her departure from the country amid allegations of responsibility for hundreds of protester deaths. This development comes three months after a mass uprising against Hasina’s government, which…
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Bangladesh’s Interim Government Faces Backlash Amid Rising Worker Protests and Economic Demands
Dhaka, November 12, 2024 — Bangladesh’s interim government, led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus, is facing increasing challenges as large-scale protests from various social sectors, particularly among rural electrification workers and garment employees, gain momentum. This backlash comes amid concerns within the government over the potential resurgence of influence from the recently ousted Awami League…
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Bangladesh Under Pressure as Indian Energy Giants Demand Payment, High Court Launches Review of Power Contracts
Amid mounting debts to Indian energy companies, Bangladesh faces increasing pressure to clear overdue payments to Adani Power and suppliers, fueling tensions as Dhaka grapples with its tight foreign reserve situation. In a recent move, Bangladesh Power Development Board (BPDB) issued a $173 million Letter of Credit (LC) to Adani Power, responding to the company’s…
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Hasina’s Trump Poster Plot: Indian Media Fuels False Narrative in Bangladesh Protests
Bangladesh’s ex-Prime Minister, Sheikh Hasina—now in exile in India—has reportedly called on her supporters to stage protests on November 10, 2024, carrying placards of Donald Trump, the U.S. president-elect, alongside American flags. This move is believed to be part of her broader strategy to escalate tensions and challenge the interim government. Supporters of Sheikh Hasina…
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Bangladesh Seeks Extradition of Two Businessmen from Malaysia in Labor Trafficking and Money Laundering Investigation
In a significant move to address ongoing issues in migrant labor recruitment, Bangladeshi authorities have formally requested Malaysia to arrest and extradite two businessmen implicated in alleged money laundering, extortion, and trafficking of Bangladeshi migrant workers. Two men, Aminul Islam, and Ruhul Amin, are accused of orchestrating a system that exploited Bangladeshi workers heading to…
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Adani Group Threatens to Halt Power Supply to Bangladesh Over Unpaid Dues Amid Economic Turmoil
Dhaka, Bangladesh – Indian conglomerate Adani Group, owned by billionaire Gautam Adani, has begun reducing electricity supplies to Bangladesh and is threatening to cut off power exports completely unless overdue payments are addressed. This pressure on Bangladesh’s power sector comes at a critical moment, as the interim government grapples with economic uncertainty and increased energy…
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Global Youth Rise: Student Protests in Bangladesh and the U.S. Highlight Shared Struggle for Justice and Free Speech
In a year marked by social and political unrest, students in Bangladesh and the United States have taken to the streets, advocating for justice, equity, and freedom to express our beliefs. Despite vast cultural and political differences, these movements share a common thread: the demand for accountability and the courage to stand against authoritarianism and…
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Hindus in Muslim-majority Bangladesh rally to demand protection from attacks – The Associated Press
Hindus in Muslim-majority Bangladesh rally to demand protection from attacks The Associated PressView Full Coverage on Google News
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Bangladesh Interim Leader Yunus Pushes Reform, Bars Awami League from Immediate Political Role
Dhaka, Bangladesh – Nobel laureate and Bangladesh’s interim leader Muhammad Yunus sharply criticized the recently ousted Awami League (AL) on Tuesday, accusing the party of having “all characteristics of fascism” and indicating it has “no place” in the country’s politics in immediate future. Yunus, 84, made the remarks in an interview with Financial Times following…
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Exiled and Under Attack: Bangladesh’s Former Ruling Student Wing Faces Retribution and Bans Under New Regime
Dhaka, Bangladesh – Fahmi, a 24-year-old former student leader at Dhaka University, is now a fugitive. Once a dominant figure within Bangladesh Chhatra League (BCL) — the student wing of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s Awami League (AL) party — Fahmi is one of thousands now hiding, facing threats of arrest, violence, and social exile…
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Israel Escalates Strikes in Lebanon and Gaza, Killing Hezbollah Spokesperson Mohammed Afif
Tensions in the Middle East reached a new peak on Sunday as Israeli forces intensified their military operations in Lebanon and Gaza, targeting militant groups Hezbollah and Hamas. Among the casualties was Mohammed Afif, Hezbollah’s chief spokesperson, killed in a precision airstrike in Beirut. Death of Mohammed Afif Mohammed Afif, a prominent figure within Hezbollah…
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Electrical Fault Blamed for Fire That Kills 10 Babies in Indian Hospital
A devastating fire broke out late Friday night in the neonatal ward of Maharani Laxmi Bai Medical College Hospital in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh, resulting in the deaths of at least 10 newborns. The blaze, reportedly caused by an electrical fault, left families in mourning and raised urgent concerns about hospital safety standards. Incident and Rescue…
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Donald Trump Unveils Controversial Cabinet and Leadership Picks for Second Term
Donald Trump has announced a sweeping list of nominees for his administration, signaling his intent to form a leadership team that reflects his policy priorities and loyalty to his agenda. Appointments, made after Trump’s re-election victory, include high-profile names from politics, business, and media, some of whom bring significant controversy to ir roles. Energy Secretary:…
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Humanitarian Crisis Unfolds as Hundreds of Miners Remain Trapped in South African Gold Mine
Stilfontein, South Africa—An abandoned gold mine in the mineral-rich town of Stilfontein has become the epicenter of a humanitarian crisis as hundreds, possibly thousands, of illegal miners, remain trapped underground for over a month. With blocked food and water supplies, deteriorating health conditions, and mounting tensions, the situation has sparked widespread outrage and debate about…
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Israel Expands Military Campaign in Southern Lebanon Amid Intensified Airstrikes on Hezbollah Strongholds
Israeli military intensified its campaign against Hezbollah on Friday, escalating both airstrikes and ground operations in southern Lebanon. This move threatens to derail ongoing diplomatic efforts to achieve a cease-fire and signals a broader offensive in conflict. In Dahiya district, a densely populated area south of Beirut and a stronghold for Hezbollah, Israeli airstrikes demolished…
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Sri Lanka’s New Era: Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s Party Wins Two-Thirds Parliamentary Majority
In a historic political shift, Sri Lanka’s National People’s Power (NPP) party, led by newly elected Marxist-leaning President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, secured a decisive two-thirds majority in parliamentary elections, according to results announced Friday. This victory grants the party 159 out of 225 seats, providing an unassailable mandate to implement wide-ranging reforms aimed at economic…
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Tropical Storm Sara may bring catastrophic flooding to Central America through the weekend – The Washington Post
Tropical Storm Sara struck northern Honduras late Thursday, making landfall near Brus Laguna, a remote village with a population of approximately 13,000. Storm threatens to unleash torrential rains across Central America and parts of southern Mexico, raising concerns over life-threatening flooding and landslides in the region. U.S. National Hurricane Center (NHC) in Miami reported that…
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Bangladesh’s Interim Leader Muhammad Yunus Demands Action, Not Negotiation, on Climate Crisis
Bangladesh’s interim leader, Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus, has called for a radical shift in approach to global climate talks, urging wealthier nations to cease negotiations and instead take immediate responsibility for ir role in the climate crisis. Speaking from Baku, Azerbaijan, Yunus framed the issue as a matter of justice, emphasizing that the country most…
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HRW Report Accuses Israel of War Crimes and Ethnic Cleansing in Gaza
In a stark report released this week, Human Rights Watch (HRW) has accused Israel of committing war crimes and crimes against humanity in Gaza, alleging that its military operations have led to deliberate and systematic mass displacement of Palestinians. The report highlights actions that HRW claims amount to “forcible transfer” and potentially “ethnic cleansing.” Mass…
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Suicide Bomber Targets Brazil’s Supreme Court Ahead of G20 Summit
Brasília, November 13, 2024 — A man detonated an explosive device outside Brazil’s Supreme Court in Brasília on Wednesday evening, resulting in his death and prompting an immediate evacuation of Supreme Court staff and nearby legislators. The incident, which took place in the heart of Brazil’s capital, raised fresh concerns about political violence just days…
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Ancient History of Bangladesh: Gangaridai to Dhaka
Bangladesh has a rich historical tapestry, with a significant chapter dating back to ancient times as part of the Ganges delta civilization. The region has seen the rise and fall of various empires and dynasties, including the Maurya and Gupta Empires. During the medieval period, Bengal became a prominent centre for trade and commerce. From…
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The Ganges Delta Civilization
The Ganges Delta civilization or Bengal Civilization refers to the ancient civilization that developed in the region of the Ganges Delta. The Ganges Delta civilization is considered one of the earliest and most important civilizations in ancient southeast Asia, with evidence of human habitation dating back to the Neolithic period. Over time, the civilization developed…
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The Indian Ghost in Wikipedia & The History of Bengal
The history of Bengal, a region in South Asia, is marked by a rich tapestry of cultures, languages, and ethnicities. However, when one delves into online sources, such as Wikipedia, the portrayal of Bengal’s history appears to be subject to a particular perspective that may not adequately represent the diversity of the region. One of…
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Bengalis who are not Bangali anymore !
The term “Bengali,” or its British counterpart “Bangali,” is ascribed to individuals who speak the Bangla language and bear a heritage deeply rooted in the historical narrative of blood and conspiracy. This captivating tale traces its origins back to the era of Alexander the Great and unfolds against the backdrop of British machinations post the…
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Directorate General of Forces Intelligence – DGFI – History and Profile
The Directorate General of Forces Intelligence, commonly known as DGFI, stands as Bangladesh’s most influential intelligence agency, operating both within and beyond the nation’s borders. Its primary mission is to safeguard national security and uphold the paramount interests of Bangladesh. DGFI plays a pivotal role in ensuring the sovereignty and security of the country The…
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Gangaridai
Gangaridai was an ancient kingdom located in the Bengal region of South Asia. According to ancient Greek and Roman records, it was one of the most powerful and prosperous states of the world in the 4th century BCE. The kingdom was ruled by a powerful monarch, and its army was renowned for its chariots and…
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United Bengal
The wikipedia page of united bengal is under constant change by agents/biased editors . You can not trust the information in wikipedia article of United Bengal . United Bengal is a political ideology for a unified Bengali-speaking nation in South Asia. The ideology developed among Bengali nationalists after the first partition of Bengal in 1905. The British-ruled Bengal Presidency was divided into Western Bengal and Eastern Bengal and Assam to weaken…
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The Greatness of Bengal and Future Ahead By Samier Mansur
A fantastic presentation by Samier Mansur in Ted Talk Dhaka. We found its one of the greatest presentation About Bengal in the web.
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Vanga Kingdom ( Pundra,Anga)
Vanga Kingdom is a 1500 BC Iron Age Kingdom in Ganges delta of South Asia. The Name Bengal or Bangla was originated from Vanga. The Bengali people are the descendants of the Vanga Kingdom. The founders of Angas, Vangas, Kalingas, Pundras, and Suhmas shared a common ancestry. Pundra , Vanga ,anga was an early Iron…
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Governments of Bangladesh & its GDP
This is the detail list of Bangladesh various government formed since its declaration of Independence . The mentioned date is the forming date of the Government . The GDP data collected from world bank data center . No Governments of Bangladesh Date GDP 1 Provisional Government of Bangladesh – April 17, 1971 GDP: $ 8.75 B…
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