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Bangladesh to 'soon' hold negotiations with India over sharing of river water: Interim govt advisor
World | Sep 25, 2024, 04:55 PM ISTBangladesh Water Resources Advisor Syeda Rizwana Hasan said the country would soon take steps to hold negotiations with India over the sharing of water from transboundary rivers. However, she did not mention accurate dates for the negotiations.
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Bangladesh seeks to restart dialogue with India on Teesta water sharing without third party meddling
World | Sep 02, 2024, 02:28 PM ISTThe 56-year-old adviser to Bangladesh’s Department of Water, Forest, Environment, and Climate Change said the interim government has not yet discussed taking the issue of water sharing with India to the international forum.
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'Better to die than...': Bangladesh woman journalist's final post before she was found dead in Dhaka
World | Aug 28, 2024, 06:17 PM ISTThe journalist was identified as Sarah Rahanuma, 32, who was reportedly suffering from clinical depression and was receiving treatment. Ousted Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina's son called it a "brutal attack on freedom of expression".
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Bangladesh Unrest: Key factors behind Dhaka protests following Sheikh Hasina's exit
Originals | Aug 27, 2024, 12:08 AM ISTIt's been three weeks since Sheikh Hasina stepped down as Prime Minister and left the country, causing major political instability. Just as things were starting to settle down, fresh clashes broke out in Dhaka, leading to several injuries and bringing tension back to the city.
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Hindus and Muslims unite to protect Dhaka's ancient temple after Hasina-led govt collapse: Priest
World | Aug 24, 2024, 02:55 PM ISTFollowing the collapse of the Sheikh Hasina government in Bangladesh, Hindus and Muslims united to protect the historic Dhakeswari Temple in Dhaka amid political turmoil. The community's efforts ensured the temple's safety despite the lack of police protection.
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Bangladesh: No respite for Sheikh Hasina, case filed against her for carrying 'mass murder' in 2013
World | Aug 18, 2024, 05:08 PM ISTThe application accused them of the "mass murder" during the rally at Shapla Chattar in Motijheel on May 5, 2013. The court recorded the plaintiff's statement and said it would pass an order on the issue later.
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Bangladesh: Newly-appointed home ministry adviser replaced amid student leaders' resentment
World | Aug 18, 2024, 08:19 AM ISTThe development comes within eight days of the interim government taking charge following the resignation of former prime minister Sheikh Hasina and her fleeing to India on August 5.
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Bangladesh recalls envoys from seven key countries in major diplomatic reshuffle
World | Aug 16, 2024, 06:38 AM ISTThe diplomats, stationed in key nations including the US, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Japan, Germany, UAE, and the Maldives, have been ordered to return to Dhaka immediately. This move is part of broader administrative changes initiated since the interim government took charge on August 8.
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Haqiqat Kya Hai: Horrific torture of Hindus, just a few kilometres from Dhaka
Hakikat Kya Hai | Aug 12, 2024, 11:24 PM ISTHindus in Bangladesh have staged a massive protest in Dhaka. While Dhaka itself remained calm, but the images coming from districts like Sunamganj, Panchagarh, Madaripur, Rangpur, and Faridpur are extremely disturbing, painful, and heartbreaking.
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Bangladesh: Do you know the name of Dhaka is derived from Hindu deity Devi Dhakeshwari?
World | Aug 12, 2024, 05:09 PM ISTThere have been several reports of Hindus being attacked in Bangladesh in the aftermath of the violent protests in the country recently. But do you know that Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh, has derived its name from a Hindu deity in the history?
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'India stands with Bangladesh, but...': Tharoor as statue of Pakistan Army's surrender vandalised
World | Aug 12, 2024, 01:38 PM ISTTharoor said that a statue intended to commemorate the liberation of Bangladesh had been destroyed by "anti-India vandals." He shared a photograph of the damaged statue, which depicted the moment Pakistan surrendered following the 1971 war.
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Did Sheikh Hasina accuse US of plotting regime change before leaving Dhaka? Son clarifies
World | Aug 12, 2024, 03:11 PM ISTAccording to an earlier media report, former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina alleged the role of the United States behind her ouster. She claimed that a big conspiracy was hatched to remove her from power. However, this has now been refuted bu her son.
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Bangladesh: Hundreds protest against attacks on Hindus, 205 cases of violence since Hasina's ouster
World | Aug 10, 2024, 02:29 PM ISTHindus 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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Bangladesh violence: Air India resumes flights, Vistara, IndiGo to operate services for Dhaka today
Business | Aug 07, 2024, 06:51 AM ISTAir India released helpline numbers for its passengers travelling to and from violence-hit Bangladesh. "Please connect with our Contact Centre at 011 69329333 , 011 69329999 or visit our website," Air India post on X read.
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Who is Nahid Islam? The student leader who led campaign to oust Sheikh Hasina
World | Aug 06, 2024, 01:34 PM ISTBangladesh crisis: Nahid Islam, a 26-year-old sociology student, has become a key figure in Bangladesh's recent upheaval, leading a student movement that resulted in the ousting of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina after 15 years in power.
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Bangladesh protests turn anti-Hindu, ISKCON temple set ablaze along with idols of deities
World | Aug 06, 2024, 05:49 PM ISTWeeks of violent protests in Bangladesh brought a tumultuous end to Sheikh Hasina's 15-year-old reign as she was forced to resign and flee the country on Monday. Hasina had brought stability to the country in 2008 after a rise of Islamist extremism had threatened the Hindu community in Bangladesh.
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Bangladesh Crisis: What does Sheikh Hasina's exit mean for India?
News | Aug 06, 2024, 10:09 AM ISTBangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina stepped down from her position amidst escalating protests in Dhaka, leading to the formation of an interim government by the Bangladesh Army in collaboration with political parties.
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Bangladesh: From Chicken to chairs to TVs, here is what all the mob looted from Hasina's residence
News | Aug 06, 2024, 10:06 AM ISTA massive crowd of protesters on Monday (August 5) stormed the former Bangladesh prime minister Sheikh Hasina's official residence 'Ganabhaban', shouting slogans, pumping fists and showing victory signs amid her resignation.
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Bangladesh Army releases helpline numbers for Hindu community amid rising tensions | Check full list
World | Aug 06, 2024, 09:01 AM ISTBangladesh protests: These numbers provide critical assistance and security to those facing threats or danger, reflecting a significant step towards ensuring the safety of minority groups in the country.
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Bangladesh: What's next for Sheikh Hasina after her resignation over massive protests?
World | Aug 06, 2024, 07:14 AM ISTThe Bangladesh Army chief announced to lift the curfew on Tuesday morning and to form an interim government. Meanwhile, the President has dissolved the Parliament and ordered the release of opposition leader Khalida Zia.