Muhammad Yunus
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Bangladesh to hold general elections in April 2026, Muhammad Yunus makes big announcement
World | Jun 06, 2025, 11:19 PM ISTBangladesh last year witnessed a significant political uprising as widespread protests led to the resignation of Sheikh Hasina in August, who currently is in exile in India.
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Yunus hints at big change in stance, vows to uphold minority rights in any constitutional amendments
World | May 27, 2025, 12:48 PM ISTResponding to allegations of minority violence, Yunus said the interim government remains committed to transparency, inviting global journalists to visit and see the situation firsthand.
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What's Fueling Bangladesh's Political Crisis? 4 Key Figures Challenging Yunus
Originals | May 26, 2025, 07:16 PM ISTRumours of a coup against Muhammad Yunus's government in Bangladesh have surfaced. Yunus first hinted at resignation but later discussed elections. Why is the country facing a crisis similar to Sheikh Hasina's era? Watch the video to learn more.
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Hasina accuses Yunus of seizing power with terrorist support and selling out Bangladesh to US
World | May 25, 2025, 04:10 PM ISTSheikh Hasina has accused interim leader Muhammad Yunus of seizing power with terrorist support and foreign backing, warning of a grave threat to Bangladesh's sovereignty and democracy.
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Yunus won't step down as Bangladesh govt head, affirms commitment to people amid tiff with Army
World | May 24, 2025, 07:15 PM ISTThe development of Yunus's resignation came amid reports of discord between the military and the interim government over the possible timeline for holding the parliamentary elections.
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Yunus mulls resignation, protests might rock Dhaka again: Check what in store for Bangladesh
World | May 23, 2025, 02:29 PM ISTSeveral political parties, including the Bangladesh Nationalist Party, have been demanding parliamentary elections by December. However, the NCP wants fundamental reforms before the elections.
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Bangladesh interim chief Muhammad Yunus considers resignation amid political deadlock: Report
World | May 23, 2025, 07:35 AM ISTYunus's government in the past two days was exposed to several challenges with a major one involving Bangladesh's presumably consolidated military forces, which played a crucial role during the last year’s student-led uprising.
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Bangladesh’s Yunus government bans Sheikh Hasina's Awami League under anti-terrorism law
World | May 11, 2025, 06:56 AM ISTBangladesh’s interim government has banned the Awami League, the party of deposed prime minister Sheikh Hasina, under the country’s anti-terrorism law. The decision, formalised through a Council of Advisers statement, follows days of protests by the student-led National Citizen Party (NCP).
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Sheikh Hasina targets Muhammad Yunus, says 'Allah kept me alive for a reason, I'm coming'
World | Apr 08, 2025, 04:01 PM ISTThe former Prime Minister said Bangladesh, which was once seen as a model of development, has now turned into a terrorist country.
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Bangladesh's Yunus presents PM Modi throwback photo in Thailand: Here's what it depicts
World | Apr 04, 2025, 06:05 PM ISTPM Modi met Bangladesh's Muhammad Yunus on the sidelines of BIMSTEC Summit in Thailand. Their meeting was the first after former PM Sheikh Hasina was ousted from power in Bangladesh.
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India-Bangladesh Ties: PM Modi Meets Yunus, Discusses Safety of Hindus In Bangladesh Amid Unrest
News | Apr 04, 2025, 05:46 PM ISTAccording to foreign secretary Vikram Misri, during PM Modi's meeting with Bangladesh chief advisor Muhammad Yunus in Thailand, PM Modi expressed India's support for a democratic, stable, peaceful, progressive, and inclusive Bangladesh, further emphasizing the desire to build a positive relation
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PM Modi talks tough with Yunus over northeast remarks: 'Any rhetoric that vitiates…'
World | Apr 04, 2025, 05:15 PM ISTPM Modi met Bangladesh Interim Government's Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus on the sidelines of the BIMSTEC meeting in Thailand. PM Modi underlined in his meeting that any rhetoric that vitiates the environment is best avoided, which is seen as India's response to Yunus' remarks on northeast states.
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PM Modi raises concern over safety of Hindus in Bangladesh in meeting with Yunus
World | Apr 04, 2025, 03:25 PM ISTForeign Secretary Vikram Misri in a press briefing on Friday said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi raised concerns over the safety and security of minorities, including Hindus in Bangladesh in meeting with Muhammad Yunus.
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PM Modi meets Bangladesh's Muhammad Yunus on sidelines of BIMSTEC Summit
World | Apr 04, 2025, 12:40 PM ISTEarlier, PM Modi and Yunus were seated together at the dinner hosted by Thailand Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra for leaders of the BIMSTEC grouping.
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Northeast leaders bash Bangladesh's Yunus for 'landlocked' remarks on India's 'seven sisters'
India | Apr 01, 2025, 04:22 PM ISTMuhammad Yunus, during his visit to China, referred to India's northeastern region as "landlocked" and suggested Bangladesh could serve as the "guardian of ocean access," a comment sparking strong condemnation from Indian leaders.
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Yunus urges China to expand economy into Bangladesh, refers to northeastern India
World | Apr 01, 2025, 08:31 AM ISTYunus, who met President Xi Jinping and signed nine agreements with Beijing during the trip, said, “The seven states of India, the eastern part of India, are called the seven sisters. They are a landlocked region of India. They have no way to reach out to the ocean.”
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Yunus meets Jinping today: Take a look at Bangladesh-China diplomatic, political, and trade ties
World | Mar 28, 2025, 07:49 PM ISTChina and Bangladesh completed 50 years of diplomatic relations in 2025. Notably, after Yunus government took over in Bangladesh, China has been hosting several Bangladeshi delegations.
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Muhammad Yunus meets Xi Jinping, urges China to reduce interest rates for Chinese loans
World | Mar 28, 2025, 12:03 PM ISTMuhammad Yunus called for a reduction of interest rates for Chinese loans from three per cent to 1-2 per cent to Bangladesh and sought a waiver of commitment fees on the Chinese-funded projects in Bangladesh.
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Relationship to be built on mutual sensitivity: PM Modi to Bangladesh's Muhammad Yunus
India | Mar 27, 2025, 12:43 PM ISTPM Modi in the letter to Muhammad Yunus highlighted the historical significance of the 1971 Liberation War and reiterated its role as the foundation of the strong ties between India and Bangladesh.
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Muhammed Yunus dismisses Bangladesh coup rumours, claims 'spread of false information'
World | Mar 25, 2025, 11:48 PM ISTBangladesh Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus addressed the nation on the eve of country's 53rd Independence Day on March 26.