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India condemns violence against minorities in Dhaka, supports free and fair polls in Bangladesh
India | Dec 26, 2025, 11:49 PM ISTMEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal on the return of BNP's Tarique Rahman said India supports free and fair polls in Bangladesh and this development should be seen in that context.
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Bangladesh remains on edge as another Hindu youth lynched over 'extortion' claim in Rajbari
World | Dec 25, 2025, 11:55 PM ISTBangladesh has reported another shocking case of mob lynching as a 29-year-old Hindu man was beaten to death in Rajbari district over alleged extortion. The incident follows a similar killing just days earlier and has sparked serious concerns about the rapid rise in mob violence.
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Bangladesh: Massive blast rocks Dhaka's Moghbazar amid ongoing unrest; one dead, several injured
World | Dec 24, 2025, 11:50 PM ISTA major explosion near the Moghbazar flyover in Dhaka has killed one person and injured several others. The blast comes at a time when Bangladesh is facing heightened unrest and violence.
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Bangladesh government condemns Dipu Chandra Das' killing, pledges action: 'Heinous criminal act'
World | Dec 24, 2025, 09:43 AM ISTA Hindu man named Dipu Chandra Das was killed after being attacked by a mob over accusations of blasphemy in Bangladesh’s Mymensingh amid violence. His body was set ablaze by an angry mob. As many as 12 persons have so far been arrested in the case.
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'Yunus working to improve relations with India': Bangladesh's finance adviser amid strained ties
World | Dec 24, 2025, 06:49 AM ISTExperts and diplomatic analysts note that India–Bangladesh relations are at their lowest point since Bangladesh’s independence from Pakistan in 1971, with both countries repeatedly summoning each other’s envoys over protests outside their consulates.
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Sheikh Hasina says Deepu Das was falsely accused, justice will be served as long as she is alive
India | Dec 23, 2025, 11:45 PM ISTBangladesh: Sheikh Hasina also appealed to Dipu Das's family to remain patient and said that as long as she is alive, she will work to ensure justice is served.
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Dhakeshwari Temple in Dhaka: History, timings, festivals and how to visit
Spirituality | Dec 22, 2025, 03:08 PM ISTBuilt nearly 400 years ago, Dhakeshwari Temple stands at the heart of Old Dhaka, symbolising Bangladesh’s spiritual heritage, resilience and centuries-old Hindu worship traditions.
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Bangladesh remains on edge after Osman Hadi's burial, supporters give Yunus govt 24-hour ultimatum
World | Dec 20, 2025, 11:50 PM ISTFollowing the burial of Osman Hadi in Dhaka, his supporters have issued a 24-hour ultimatum to the Yunus government for the arrest of all accused in his killing. The warning of a major protest has increased tensions, with authorities keeping a close watch on the situation.
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Bangladesh buries youth leader Osman Hadi in peaceful farewell amid heavy security in Dhaka | Video
World | Dec 20, 2025, 06:10 PM ISTWrapped in the national flag, Sharif Osman Hadi's coffin landed at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport on Friday (December 19) via Biman Bangladesh Airlines, met by crowds of grieving supporters who lined the path to Dhaka University Central Mosque.
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Bangladesh govt appeals for restraint amid violence, Osman Hadi to be buried today | 10 Points
World | Dec 19, 2025, 11:59 PM ISTBangladesh violence: Protesters demanded justice for Sharif Osman Hadi who died while undergoing treatment at a Singapore hospital after fighting for his life for six days.
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Bangladesh: Massive protests erupt over Osman Hadi's death; anti-India slogans raised | 10 Points
World | Dec 19, 2025, 06:46 AM ISTBangladesh violence: Some anti-India slogans were also raised during the protests, particularly by the National Citizen Party (NCP). The protesters claimed that Hadi's assailants had fled to India.
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Sharif Osman Hadi, Bangladesh's anti-Sheikh Hasina protest leader, dies in Singapore
World | Dec 19, 2025, 12:05 AM ISTOsman Hadi was shot by unidentified assailants in Bangladesh’s capital while travelling in a battery-powered auto-rickshaw on Culvert Road in the Paltan area.
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India closes two visa centres in Bangladesh over 'security situation'
India | Dec 18, 2025, 01:20 PM ISTThis came a day after New Delhi shut the Indian Visa Application Centre in Dhaka, citing a deteriorating security environment and an increase in targeted hate campaigns and radical rhetoric against India and its territorial sovereignty.
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India closes visa application centre in Dhaka after threats from radical elements in Bangladesh
World | Dec 17, 2025, 11:48 PM ISTThe Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) earlier in the day summoned Bangladesh envoy Riaz Hamidullah and conveyed its strong concern over certain extremist elements announcing plans to create a security situation around the Indian mission in Dhaka.
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Bangladesh to hold elections on February 12 in 2026, first since Sheikh Hasina's ouster
World | Dec 11, 2025, 11:45 PM ISTBangladesh elections: The interim government under Muhammad Yunus, after discussions with key political parties, finalised the early February election date- shifting it from later plans to wrap up before Ramadan and enable a smooth transition to elected rule.
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Bangladesh court convicts Sheikh Hasina, her niece and British MP Tulip Siddiq in land scam case
World | Dec 01, 2025, 12:30 PM ISTThis is the fourth verdict involving Sheikh Hasina in graft cases filed by the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC). The ACC filed six separate cases between January 12 and 14.
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Bangladesh says 'awaiting India's response' on Sheikh Hasina's extradition request
World | Nov 26, 2025, 08:51 PM ISTSheikh Hasina was awarded death penalty for ‘crimes against humanity’ in connection with the July–August 2024 violence. Bangladesh formally approached India last week, requesting the extradition of Hasina following her conviction.
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Bangladesh again urges India to extradite Sheikh Hasina amid death sentence: What we know so far
World | Nov 24, 2025, 09:26 AM ISTSheikh Hasina was on November 17 sentenced to death by the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) for alleged killings during the 2024 student protests. Former Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal also received a similar sentence for crimes against humanity.
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Bangladesh: Minority Hindus protest in Dhaka amid rising attacks | Exclusive
World | Nov 21, 2025, 01:59 PM ISTSpeaking to INDIA TV, community members said temples are being desecrated, religious practices disrupted, and homes targeted, with harassment extending to public spaces.
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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.