Bangladesh Breaking News

Dhaka, Bangladesh – September 2024 — Mahabubar Rahman will never forget the day his only son, Mahamudur Rahman Shoikot, was killed. Although Sheikh Hasina, Bangladesh’s former prime minister, may not have pulled the trigger, Rahman holds her responsible for his son’s death. “Sheikh Hasina is a criminal responsible for his death,” he said. “She shattered […]

Dhaka, Bangladesh – September 2024 — Nobel Peace Prize winner Muhammad Yunus has assumed role of interim chief adviser in Bangladesh, following abrupt end of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s 15-year rule after widespread protests and political unrest.  In an exclusive interview with DW, 84-year-old Yunus outlined his interim administration’s priorities, which include stabilizing nation, addressing

As Bangladesh grapples with the aftermath of a violent crackdown that claimed over 1,000 lives, the country faces a new chapter of turmoil and seeks justice. The recent departure of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who fled the country last month, has left a power vacuum and a nation reeling from unprecedented violence and loss. 

Bangladesh has long been the beating heart of the global fast fashion industry, supplying brands like H&M, Zara, and Gap. Over three decades, the country’s garment sector transformed it from one of the poorest nations into a lower-middle-income economy. Today, the $55 billion industry accounts for 80% of Bangladesh’s export earnings.  However, the political unrest

Dhaka, Bangladesh (CNN) – Just after sunrise, law student Iftekhar Alam was woken by loud banging on the door of his apartment. Half a dozen armed police officers stormed in, accusing him of betraying the nation. “Where is your phone? Where is your laptop?”y demanded, guns drawn asy tore apart his home.  Alam, 23, was

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