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  Why are Scotland picked as Bangladesh's replacement for T20 World Cup 2026 in India?

  Cricket | January 24, 2026 19:35 IST

  Scotland replaced Bangladesh in the 2026 T20 World Cup after Bangladesh refused to travel to India over security concerns. The ICC has warned of replacement if Bangladesh withdraws, with Scotland likely stepping in based on rankings.

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  Fixing allegation hit Bangladesh cricket again, after Sylhet Titans advisor claims 'match was sold'

  Cricket | January 22, 2026 15:17 IST

  Sylhet Titans adviser Fahim Al Chowdhury alleged match-fixing after his team’s BPL playoff loss, resigning and claiming an insider betrayed the side. His late-night social media remarks have reignited controversy around the league.

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  Bangladesh to hold national elections on Feb 12, major parties release final candidate lists

  World | January 22, 2026 9:47 IST

  Bangladesh will conduct its national elections on February 12, with the Election Commission releasing the final list of candidates. BNP has fielded the highest number of contestants, followed by Jamaat-e-Islami, Islamic Andolan Bangladesh and the Jatiya Party.

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  ICC warns Bangladesh with replacement threat for T20 World Cup 2026

  Cricket | January 21, 2026 18:00 IST

  The ICC has given Bangladesh one day to confirm travel to India for the 2026 T20 World Cup, warning they will be replaced if they refuse. A board vote backed replacement, with Scotland on standby to take Bangladesh’s spot.

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  Hindu trader beaten to death in Bangladesh's Gazipur; three held by police

  World | January 17, 2026 23:38 IST

  Bangladesh unrest: At around 11 am (local time), he was allegedly attacked by some people at the Boro Nogor road in Kaliganj area of the Gazipur district. 55-year-old Ghosh, who was called Kali by the locals, was hit using a shovel that led to his death.

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  Bangladesh Cricket Board sacks Najmul Islam amid player protest, boycott of BPL

  Cricket | January 15, 2026 17:08 IST

  BCB removed Nazmul Islam as finance committee chairman after players boycotted cricket, demanding his exit. The board cited organisational interests, with the BCB president taking over the role as talks continue to restore normalcy.

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  Bangladesh players boycott BPL, demand Najmul Islam's resignation; BCB issues statement

  Cricket | January 15, 2026 16:30 IST

  BCB issued a show-cause notice to director M Najmul Islam after his remarks angered players, triggering boycott threats and BPL disruption. The crisis deepens amid World Cup uncertainty, ICC talks, and strong condemnation from CWAB.

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  ICC holds meeting with BCB officials for T20 World Cup 2026

  Cricket | January 13, 2026 15:50 IST

  BCB reiterated its refusal to travel to India for the T20 World Cup 2026 over security concerns during talks with the ICC, requesting match relocation. The ICC urged reconsideration, with discussions set to continue.

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  Who is Proloy Chaki, the Bangladeshi singer and Awami League leader who died in jail?

  January 13, 2026 13:46 IST

  Proloy Chaki was a senior Awami League leader from Pabna and a well-known Bangladeshi Hindu musician. He died while in jail custody after falling seriously ill. His family has alleged negligence and inadequate medical care during his detention, a charge denied by jail authorities.

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  Another Hindu man, an auto driver, beaten to death in Bangladesh, probe underway to nab culprits

  World | January 13, 2026 7:18 IST

  Police in Daganbhuiyana are said that the Hindu man was murdered with country-made weapons and beaten to death and prima facie, it appears to be a pre-planned murder.

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  ICC rejects Bangladesh's demand for venue change for T20 World Cup, source issues detailed report

  Cricket | January 12, 2026 23:50 IST

  The ICC is unlikely to accept Bangladesh’s request to move its T20 World Cup matches out of India after an independent security assessment rated the threat level as low. ICC sources said no direct risks were identified and expressed confidence in existing security plans.

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  Pakistan offer to host Bangladesh matches in T20 World Cup 2026 if no resolution found

  Cricket | January 11, 2026 17:35 IST

  Pakistan has offered to host Bangladesh’s T20 World Cup 2026 matches after Bangladesh declined to travel to India over security concerns. The ICC is yet to decide, as a meeting is scheduled to take place between ICC chair Jay Shah and BCCI officials on Sunday.

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  ICC Chairman Jay Shah to review Bangladesh situation in high-profile meeting with BCCI officials

  Cricket | January 10, 2026 20:13 IST

  ICC Chair Jay Shah will meet BCCI officials in Vadodara to address Bangladesh’s reluctance to travel to India for the T20 World Cup. Bangladesh demands man-to-man security for all members, citing national pride, while ICC seeks a solution preserving tournament integrity.

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  Bangladesh unrest: Another Hindu thrashed, poisoned to death; family calls it 'planned murder'

  World | January 10, 2026 23:59 IST

  Bangladesh unrest: The incident had happened on Thursday, his family said, adding that the victim was called to a local shop where he was assaulted by a local. They also alleged that the victim was administered poison by one named Amirul Islam.

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  'Can play central role': Sri Lankan MP's message for India amid turmoil in Bangladesh, Nepal

  World | January 08, 2026 16:57 IST

  Namal Rajapaksa said South Asia needs greater regional coherence to withstand emerging crises and respond collectively to shared challenges. India's leadership can play a crucial role in maintaining long-term peace and stability in the region, the Sri Lanka MP added.

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  Dipu Chandra Das lynching: Main accused arrested by Bangladesh Police as probe continues

  World | January 08, 2026 16:11 IST

  Dipu Chandra Das lynching: In a statement, Mymensingh Additional Superintendent of Police (Administration) Abdullah Al Mamun said that the main accused works as an imam at the Sheikhbari Mosque in Kashar.

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  Delhi Police takes big action ahead of SIR, apprehends 20 Bangladeshis illegally residing in city

  India | January 08, 2026 8:38 IST

  Delhi Police apprehended 20 Bangladeshi nationals who were residing illegally in the city. Police said some Indian identity documents were recovered from them.

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  Violence intensifies in Bangladesh ahead of polls: BNP leader Azizur Musabbir shot dead in Dhaka

  World | January 08, 2026 7:02 IST

  Azizur Rahman Musabbir, who earlier served as general secretary of Dhaka Metropolitan North Swechchhasebak Dal, the volunteer wing of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party, was targeted in the Dhaka's Karwan Bazaar area around 8.30 pm (local time).

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  Dhawan condemns alleged assault of Hindu widow in Bangladesh: 'Such violence is unacceptable'

  Cricket | January 07, 2026 17:57 IST

  Former India cricketer Shikhar Dhawan condemned the alleged gang rape of a Hindu widow in Bangladesh’s Kaliganj, calling the violence “unacceptable” and praying for justice for the survivor. Two men allegedly assaulted a 40-year-old woman.

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  Bangladesh has shown 'potential int­e­rest' in procuring JF-17 fighter aircraft, says Pakistan

  World | January 07, 2026 16:39 IST

  As per the statement, Sidhu shared details of the PAF’s latest developments with his Bangladeshi counterpart. He underlined Pakistan’s willingness to support the Bangladesh Air Force through a wide-ranging training programme.