Bangladesh
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Sheikh Hasina Death Sentence: What Options the Ex-Bangladesh PM Has After ICT Verdict
Originals | Nov 18, 2025, 06:29 PM ISTSheikh Hasina, the former Prime Minister of Bangladesh and long-time chief of the Awami League, now faces a critical crossroads after being handed a death sentence by the International Crimes Tribunal.
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China reacts to Sheikh Hasina's death sentence': 'Bangladesh's internal matter'
World | Nov 18, 2025, 05:37 PM ISTWe sincerely hope that Bangladesh will achieve solidarity, stability and development, China's foreign ministry sid.
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'No one above law': Yunus' first reaction after Bangladesh court sentences Sheikh Hasina to death
World | Nov 17, 2025, 11:52 PM ISTIn his statement, Muhammad Yunus said the judgment delivered by the International Crimes Tribunal sends a powerful message across the country: justice applies to everyone.
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Sheikh Hasina, former Bangladesh PM, sentenced to death by Dhaka court for 'crimes against humanity'
World | Nov 17, 2025, 05:51 PM ISTSheikh Hasina court hearing: Sheikh Hasina ordered the use of helicopters, lethal weapons to kill protesters during uprising in Bangladesh, said one of the judges of the International Crime Tribunal.
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'It doesn't matter to me whatever verdict they announce': Sheikh Hasina stands defiant
World | Nov 17, 2025, 12:01 PM ISTHasina called the allegations false, blamed interim chief advisor Muhammad Yunus for the country's chaos, and refused to attend the trial in Dhaka. She urged her supporters to stay calm and resilient, citing personal losses, the destruction of her family home, attacks on civilians during the unrest.
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What are the five charges against Sheikh Hasina on which special tribunal is set to deliver verdict?
World | Nov 17, 2025, 10:07 AM ISTSheikh Hasina: Monday’s verdict concerns five counts of alleged crimes against humanity linked to last year’s July Uprising. These include murders, attempted murders, torture and use of lethal force on unarmed student protesters; issuance of orders to deploy lethal weapons.
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Bangladesh tightens security ahead of verdict against Sheikh Hasina, shoot at sight ordered
World | Nov 17, 2025, 07:59 AM ISTSheikh Hasina: Dhaka has witnessed a series of mostly predawn clandestine attacks since November 10, including crude bomb explosions at the entrance of the Yunus-founded Grameen Bank headquarters in Mirpur.
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Sheikh Hasina verdict in 24 hours: Bangladesh on high alert as govt seeks death penalty
World | Nov 16, 2025, 05:09 PM ISTThe interim government led by Muhammad Yunus has sought the death penalty for the 78-year-old leader, alleging crimes against humanity during last year’s anti-government protests.
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Ex-Bangladeshi minister alleges Clinton family and Muhammad Yunus behind 2024 Sheikh Hasina ouster
World | Nov 11, 2025, 10:39 AM ISTChowdhury claimed the unrest, which began as student protests over job quotas, was carefully planned and funded to facilitate regime change. He also accused Muhammad Yunus’s interim government of being part of this Western-backed nexus.
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Bangladesh pacer alleges physical abuse, favouritism against Nigar Sultana in national women's team
Cricket | Nov 05, 2025, 08:44 PM ISTFormer Bangladesh pacer Jahanara Alam accused captain Nigar Sultana of assaulting juniors and the BCB of favouritism. The board denied the claims as baseless. The controversy follows Bangladesh’s poor 2025 Women’s World Cup campaign.
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Why was the Bangladesh national anthem sung at Congress event in Assam? Govt orders probe
India | Oct 29, 2025, 05:38 PM ISTAssam Congress leader Bidhu Bhushan Das faces a probe after singing Amar Sonar Bangla at a party event in Sribhumi. The BJP calls it an insult to national pride, while Congress defends it as a Tagore song celebrating Bengali culture.
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Yunus gifts book to Pakistan general showing India's northeast as part of Bangladesh, sparks row
World | Oct 27, 2025, 05:19 PM ISTThe incident, seen as promoting the extremist "Greater Bangladesh" idea, has drawn sharp criticism and raised tensions between Dhaka and New Delhi.
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Zakir Naik, who was banned by Hasina govt over Dhaka attack, to get red carpet welcome in Bangladesh
World | Oct 27, 2025, 11:44 PM ISTOver 20 people were killed in the blast in Bangladesh's Dhaka and one of the bombers had reportedly claimed to have been inspired by Islamic preacher Zakir Naik's speeches.
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Bangladesh announce squad for T20I series vs West Indies, Litton Das returns
Cricket | Oct 23, 2025, 07:44 PM ISTBangladesh’s T20I captain Litton Das returns for the first two matches against West Indies after injury, replacing Mohammad Saifuddin. Soumya Sarkar is omitted despite recent ODI form, while the core squad remains unchanged for the Chattogram series starting October 27.
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West Indies, Bangladesh create world record in 54-year-old ODI cricket history during Dhaka clash
Cricket | Oct 22, 2025, 08:53 AM ISTWest Indies and Bangladesh have combined to create a world record in ODI cricket in their clash at the Shere Bangla National Stadium, Dhaka. The two teams went heavy with their spinners on a treacherous surface in a clash that went to the Super Over, where the Windies prevailed.
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Bangladesh lose four wickets in four balls vs Sri Lanka, suffer defeat in final over in WWC
Cricket | Oct 20, 2025, 10:53 PM ISTBangladesh lost four wickets in four balls in the final over, collapsing in a tense chase against Sri Lanka. Chamari Athapaththu starred with bat and ball as Sri Lanka won by 7 runs. Bangladesh are now eliminated from the 2025 Women’s ODI World Cup.
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Shamar Joseph ruled out of Bangladesh series, CWI confirm injury
Cricket | Oct 20, 2025, 09:07 PM ISTWest Indies pacer Shamar Joseph has been ruled out of the Bangladesh ODIs and T20Is due to a shoulder injury and will undergo rehab in England. Jediah Blades is also out with a back injury. Akeal Hosein and Ramon Simmonds have been added to the ODI squad.
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Chamari Athapaththu becomes first Sri Lanka cricketer to register iconic milestone
Cricket | Oct 20, 2025, 08:00 PM ISTChamari Athapaththu became the first Sri Lankan woman to score 4000 ODI runs during the Women's World Cup 2025. She’s the fourth Asian and 20th overall to reach this milestone, leading Sri Lanka in a crucial must-win match against Bangladesh.
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Massive fire erupts at Dhaka's Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, flights suspended | Video
World | Oct 18, 2025, 05:17 PM ISTSeveral firefighting teams rushed to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport on Saturday (October 18) after dense smoke was spotted rising from the cargo complex. Efforts are underway to douse the flames, with airport security sealing off the affected zone.
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India denies mob lynching allegations, clarifies Tripura border clash with Bangladeshi smugglers
India | Oct 17, 2025, 08:46 PM ISTThe three deceased Bangladeshi nationals were later identified as Jual Miah, Sajal Miah, and Pandit Miah from Bangladesh’s Habiganj district.