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  Hindu man set ablaze by mob in Bangladesh dies of injuries, fourth such incident in 3 weeks

  World | January 03, 2026 13:54 IST

  Khokon Das, 50, was attacked and set ablaze by a mob in Shariatpur district of Bangladesh on December 31. He died of injuries on Friday morning. This comes amid a spate of attacks on Hindus in the country.

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  'Burning religious minorities to death...': Sheikh Hasina launches fierce attack on Yunus govt

  World | December 25, 2025 23:49 IST

  Sheikh Hasina has accused the Yunus-led interim government of carrying out severe atrocities against non-Muslims in Bangladesh, citing recent violent incidents as alarming evidence. Minority groups continue to protest rising attacks as the nation grapples with growing unrest.

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  Bangladesh government condemns Dipu Chandra Das' killing, pledges action: 'Heinous criminal act'

  World | December 24, 2025 9:43 IST

  A 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 | December 24, 2025 6:49 IST

  Experts 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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  Bangladesh unrest: Security heightened at Indian mission sites in Sylhet after youth leader's death

  World | December 21, 2025 6:53 IST

  The 32-year-old leader was shot in the head by unidentified gunmen during an election campaign in Dhaka’s Bijoynagar area on December 12. He later died in a Singapore hospital on Thursday while receiving treatment.

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  Bangladesh remains on edge after Osman Hadi's burial, supporters give Yunus govt 24-hour ultimatum

  World | December 20, 2025 23:50 IST

  Following 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 govt appeals for restraint amid violence, Osman Hadi to be buried today | 10 Points

  World | December 19, 2025 23:59 IST

  Bangladesh 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 on edge after Hadi's death: Riots spread, Hindus targeted, media offices torched

  World | December 19, 2025 23:24 IST

  The interim government "strongly and unequivocally" condemned all forms of violence, intimidation, arson and destruction of property. It also warned that such actions threaten to derail the country's democratic process.

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  Bangladesh: Massive protests erupt over Osman Hadi's death; anti-India slogans raised | 10 Points

  World | December 19, 2025 6:46 IST

  Bangladesh 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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  Bangladesh's post-Hasina transition: A fragmented political landscape faces its first real test

  World | December 11, 2025 20:12 IST

  Bangladesh election: With the Awami League banned in the country, the electoral battleground is expected to shift sharply, with the contest likely dominated by former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia’s Bangladesh Nationalist Party and the right-wing Jamat-e-Bangladesh.

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  Bangladesh to hold elections on February 12 in 2026, first since Sheikh Hasina's ouster

  World | December 11, 2025 23:45 IST

  Bangladesh 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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  Khaleda Zia, former Bangladeshi PM, critical; Chief Adviser Yunus expresses concern

  World | November 28, 2025 22:09 IST

  Zia, wife of slain Bangladesh president Zia-ur Rahman, served as the Prime Minister of Bangladesh for two terms (1991–1996, 2001–2006). Leader of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), she was the country’s first female elected head of government.

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  Bangladesh says 'awaiting India's response' on Sheikh Hasina's extradition request

  World | November 26, 2025 20:51 IST

  Sheikh 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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  India reacts over death penalty awarded to Hasina by Bangladesh court: 'Will engage constructively'

  India | November 17, 2025 23:51 IST

  Bangladesh has formally approached India, requesting the extradition of Hasina following the issuance of a death sentence against her. In its communication to New Delhi, the Bangladeshi Ministry of External Affairs cited the bilateral extradition treaty between the two countries.

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  Bangladesh writes to India seeking Hasina's return after death penalty, cites extradition treaty

  World | November 17, 2025 17:20 IST

  On ICT’s verdict, the ousted Bangladesh Prime Minister said the death penalty awarded to her reveals ‘murderous intent’ of extremist figures within the interim government. She also hailed her government’s record in upholding human rights.

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  'Brazen and murderous intent of extremist figures': Sheikh Hasina's first reaction on death sentence

  World | November 17, 2025 17:16 IST

  The ICT on Monday handed Hasina a death sentence for her role in the violence and killings that erupted during the July–August 2024 unrest in Bangladesh. The tribunal found her guilty of crimes against humanity after a months-long trial.

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  Yunus presents 'Art of Triumph' to Turkish delegation after controversial map gift to Pakistan

  World | November 04, 2025 17:44 IST

  A map featured on the cover of the book has sparked regional controversy, as it reportedly resembles those promoted by Islamic extremist groups advocating for a "Greater Bangladesh"—a vision that involves Bangladesh extending its borders into India’s northeastern states.

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  Bangladesh: Interim government chief Yunus warns of bid to disrupt polls over ban on Awami League

  World | October 30, 2025 7:49 IST

  Meanwhile, former PM Hasina has vowed to restore democracy in her country, criticising the current situation in Bangladesh. She said her supporters would boycott the upcoming election.

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  Yunus gifts book to Pakistan general showing India's northeast as part of Bangladesh, sparks row

  World | October 27, 2025 17:19 IST

  The 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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  Bangladesh court to announce verdict in Sheikh Hasina's 'crimes' on November 13

  World | October 24, 2025 10:30 IST

  Hasina's state-appointed lawyer, Md Amir Hossain, has denied the charges, asserting that the former prime minister did not flee the country in connection with the case but was forced to leave following the student-led uprising.