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  Bangladesh unrest: Why Chief Justice Obaidul Hassan was forced to resign? Explained

  Explainers | August 10, 2024 15:41 IST

  Bangladesh Protests: The whole episode unfolded after thousands of protesters, comprising students, surrounded the Bangladesh Supreme Court on Saturday and demanded the resignation of the Chief Justice.

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  Bangladesh: Hundreds protest against attacks on Hindus, 205 cases of violence since Hasina's ouster

  World | August 10, 2024 14:29 IST

  Hindus comprise about 8 per cent of Bangladesh's population of 170 million. They have traditionally been the supporters of Hasina's Awami League party, which sparked people's anger after violent clashes between anti-quota protesters and security forces last month.

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  US State Secretary Antony Blinken welcomes Muhammad Yunus as interim leader of Bangladesh amid unres

  World | August 10, 2024 8:39 IST

  Following the swearing-in of Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus as head of Bangladesh's interim government, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken extended support for the nation's return to peace and democracy, amidst ongoing violence and unrest.

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  Sheikh Hasina's son refutes visa revocation rumours, thanks PM Modi for swift action | VIDEO

  World | August 10, 2024 7:43 IST

  Sajeeb Wazed expressed deep gratitude to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the swift action that ensured his mother's safety. Wazed criticised the legitimacy of Bangladesh's new interim government, calling it unconstitutional, and emphasised the urgent need for elections to restore democracy.

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  Bangladesh: Khaleda Zia's BNP says 'difficult to cooperate' with India if it helps 'enemy' Hasina

  World | August 09, 2024 12:52 IST

  India had a troubled relationship with the BNP on several issues, particularly terrorism, when Zia was in power. However, the party refused accusations of being anti-India and anti-Hindu and said it believed in Bangladesh's mutual cooperation with its neighbour.

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  Bangladesh: Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus takes oath as head of country's interim govt | WATCH

  World | August 09, 2024 6:13 IST

  Nobel laureate Dr Muhammad Yunus was appointed as the head of the interim government, a day after Sheikh Hasina left the country on August 5. No representatives of Sheikh Hasina’s party were present during Yunus' oath ceremony.

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  Bangladesh: Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus set to form interim government today

  News | August 08, 2024 19:11 IST

  Nobel laureate and Grameen Bank founder Muhammad Yunus arrived at Charles de Gaulle airport on August 7 to travel to Dhaka. Yunus, who was in Paris for a medical procedure, was named the chief adviser on August 06, a day after PM Hasina resigned.

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  Is Bangladesh becoming the 'new Pakistan'? Some parallels between two politically-fragile countries

  World | August 08, 2024 18:32 IST

  The recent protests culminating in Sheikh Hasina's ouster and the possible return of Khaleda Zia-led Bangadesh Nationalist Party (BNP) have stoked concerns about rise of terrorism in India's neighbourhood. Bangladesh is currently awaiting the formation of an interim government.

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  Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus, set to lead Bangladesh's interim govt, arrives in Dhaka | WATCH

  World | August 08, 2024 15:20 IST

  Bangladesh is preparing for an interim government under Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus following PM Sheikh Hasina's resignation amidst violent protests. Yunus is expected to take oath as chief adviser on Thursday as Bangladesh attempts to return to normalcy.

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  Bangladesh Interim Govt Formation: Muhammad Yunus-led interim govt to be sworn in today

  News | August 08, 2024 17:55 IST

  After the coup in Bangladesh, the interim government led by Nobel Prize winner Professor Mohammad Yunus will take oath on August 8, as announced by Army Chief General Waqar-uz-Zaman.Watch to know more!

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  Bangladesh: Muhammad Yunus to be sworn in today, BSF thwarts infiltration bids | LATEST UPDATES

  World | August 08, 2024 8:42 IST

  Bangladesh protests: Muhammad Yunus, the Nobel Peace Prize-winning economist, will be sworn in as the leader of Bangladesh's interim government today after violent protests forced PM Sheikh Hasina to resign. Yunus has appealed for peace and calm.

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  Coffee Par Kurukshetra: 'Homes attacked, temples vandalised': Hindus targetted in Bangladesh

  Kurukshetra | August 07, 2024 22:49 IST

  Coffee Par Kurukshetra: 'Homes attacked, temples vandalised': Hindus targetted in Bangladesh

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  Haqeeqat Kya Hai: Salman Khurshid Says, Bangladesh can happen here

  Hakikat Kya Hai | August 07, 2024 22:44 IST

  Haqeeqat Kya Hai: Salman Khurshid Says, Bangladesh can happen here

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  Coffee Par Kurukshetra: Who will save Bangladeshi Hindus?

  Kurukshetra | August 07, 2024 18:59 IST

  Who will save the Hindus trapped in Bangladesh? How will Hindus return to the country from Bangladesh? How will attacks on Hindus stop in Bangladesh? See what our experts say

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  Khaleda Zia's first statement after release: 'We have to build democratic Bangladesh' | WATCH

  World | August 07, 2024 17:43 IST

  Khaleda Zia, the wife of late President Ziaur Rahman, was the first female Prime Minister of Bangladesh and was a fierce nemesis of recently-ousted Sheikh Hasina. Her tenure in office was marked by a rise in Islamist extremism and strained relations between India and Bangladesh.

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  Bangladesh Army refused to suppress anti-govt protests, withdrew support from Sheikh Hasina: Report

  World | August 07, 2024 16:30 IST

  Bangladesh Army Chief Waker-uz-Zaman reportedly held a meeting with his generals and decided that the military would not enforce the curfew as ordered by Hasina. This effectively meant that Hasina lost the backing of the Army as her 15-year rule was brought to a chaotic end.

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  As chaos ease in Bangladesh, here's how duty-bound Indian doctors are working overtime to save lives

  World | August 07, 2024 16:01 IST

  While casualties rose during the violent protests in Bangladesh, Indian medical practitioners in Dhaka said they were drawn by a "sense of duty" to help hospitals deal with the crisis. As many as 469 people were killed in the protests that began in July against government job quotas.

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  Bangladesh crisis: Sheikh Hasina loyalist Ziaul Ahsan, relieved from Army, detained in Dhaka

  World | August 07, 2024 15:02 IST

  Ziaul Ahsan was dismissed from service on Tuesday as the top ranks of the military have been reshuffled following the announcement of an interim government in Bangladesh. The massive reshuffle comes as Sheikh Hasina fled to India after deadly anti-government protests.

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  Bangladesh Protest 'India will have to stand with Hindu brothers with full strength'

  News | August 07, 2024 14:35 IST

  Yoga guru Baba Ramdev condemned the attacks targeting homes, temples and business establishments of Hindus in Bangladesh. He urged the Central Government to make every possible effort diplomatically and politically to protect the Hindu minorities in the neighboring country.

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  Bangladesh: 'Deeply concerned about continued reports of violence,' says US

  World | August 07, 2024 7:59 IST

  The US State Department spokesperson said that it was concerned about the incidents of violence in Bangladesh including, against members of religious and political groups and law enforcement officials.