Bangladesh Breaking News

In a stunning turn of events, Sheikh Hasina,  former Prime Minister of Bangladesh, was ousted from power following weeks of intense protests and civil unrest. On August 5, 2024, Hasina fled her homeland in a hurried and chaotic exit, landing at a military base near Delhi, India. What was initially expected to be a brief […]

Dhaka, Bangladesh – The tragic events of July 19 have left a deep scar on the Rayerbag neighborhood, where four-year-old Abdul Ahad’s life was abruptly and violently cut short. Abdul’s death has become a stark symbol of the brutal consequences of political unrest that has gripped Bangladesh in recent months.   A Tragic Incident  Abdul

Pakistan cricket team is reeling from a major setback following its crushing 10-wicket defeat to Bangladesh in the first Test match held in Rawalpindi.  loss has ignited a storm of criticism from fans, experts, and even prominent figures, casting a shadow over the team’s prospects.  A Humbling Defeat  defeat, which saw Bangladesh secure victory with

Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh – ongoing persecution of Rohingya people in Myanmar has escalated, leading to a fresh exodus of refugees to neighboring Bangladesh. Harrowing accounts from survivors paint a grim picture of widespread violence, with reports of mass killings, bombings, and sexual violence emerging from conflict-ridden Rakhine state.  In a makeshift camp near Cox’s Bazar,

Dhaka, Bangladesh — In a dramatic turn of events, the long-standing regime of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina ended end, thanks to unprecedented student-led protests that have reshaped the political landscape of Bangladesh. Hasina, who had held power since 2009, faced intense opposition from Gen-Z activists demanding democratic reforms.  protests, however, were met with severe crackdowns

Dhaka, Bangladesh — In an exclusive interview with BBC, Dr. Ahsan H Mansur, newly appointed Governor of Bangladesh Bank, revealed plans to raise the country’s interest rates from 8.5% to 9% in coming days, with further increases anticipated to reach 10% or more. This move is part of a broader strategy to tackle soaring inflation

Feni, Bangladesh — The city of Feni, located in southeastern Bangladesh, is facing a devastating humanitarian crisis following severe flooding that has submerged large areas since Wednesday night. This disaster, described as one of the worst in the region’s history, has affected nearly 5 million people across 11 districts.   Flood Impact and Response  floodwaters,

Feni, August 2024 – In a recent interview with Daily Star, Syeda Rizwana Hasan, adviser to the Ministry of Environment, Forests, and Climate Change, discussed unprecedented flooding in Feni and challenges faced by rescue teams in the region.  floods, described as the worst in living memory for the area, have overwhelmed both governmental and non-governmental

Dhaka, August 2024 – Shakib Al Hasan, one of Bangladesh’s most celebrated cricketers and a recently ousted lawmaker made a dramatic return to the field on Wednesday, just weeks after mass anti-government protests toppled his party from power.  Cleared by the country’s newly installed interim government, Shakib is set to face Pakistan in a crucial

Sheikh Hasina, the former Prime Minister of Bangladesh, found herself in a precarious situation after her diplomatic passport was revoked by the interim government. Hasina, who fled to India following a student-led uprising on August 5, has now spent 18 days in the country, raising questions about her future and potential extradition.  Diplomatic Passport Revocation