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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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  Bangladesh court convicts Sheikh Hasina, her niece and British MP Tulip Siddiq in land scam case

  World | December 01, 2025 12:30 IST

  This 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 court sentences ousted PM Sheikh Hasina to 21 years in jail in corruption cases

  World | November 27, 2025 12:58 IST

  The three cases were lodged over alleged irregularities in allocating plots in the Rajuk New Town Project in Purbachol. Sheikh Hasina was sentenced to seven years in each case, totalling 21 years in prison.

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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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  Bangladesh protests: People take to streets, opposition demands extradition of Sheikh Hasina

  World | November 23, 2025 13:05 IST

  Protesters marched from Dhaka University to Shahbagh Chowrangi, raising slogans demanding the death penalty. The 2024 student protests against government job quotas had previously led to over 1,400 deaths and 14,000 injuries.

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  NSA Ajit Doval meets Bangladesh counterpart amid Dhaka's efforts to extradite Sheikh Hasina

  Delhi | November 19, 2025 23:26 IST

  The meeting took place just days after Bangladesh’s Ministry of External Affairs urged India to deport Sheikh Hasina, who was handed a death sentence by the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) for alleged “crimes against humanity."

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  Indira Gandhi's birth anniversary: Her equations with Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and Nixon

  India | November 19, 2025 7:01 IST

  Indira Gandhi played a crucial role in the birth of Bangladesh in 1971. She shared a warm, trusting relationship with Sheikh Mujibur Rahman. In contrast, her relationship with US President Richard Nixon was tense, as America backed Pakistan for its own geopolitical reasons.

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  Coffee Par Kurukshetra: Will Sheikh Hasina have to go to Bangladesh?

  Kurukshetra | November 19, 2025 1:48 IST

  Bangladesh's ousted Prime Minister, Sheikh Hasina, has been sentenced to death by the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) in Bangladesh for her role in the violent crackdown on the student protests that took place in July-August 2024.

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  Aaj Ki Baat: Full episode, November 18, 2025

  India | November 18, 2025 21:00 IST

  Delhi blast case co-conspirator Jasir Bilal Wani was on Tuesday remanded to 10-day NIA custody by Patiala House Court.

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  Sheikh Hasina Death Sentence: What Options the Ex-Bangladesh PM Has After ICT Verdict

  Originals | November 18, 2025 18:29 IST

  Sheikh Hasina, the former Prime Minister of Bangladesh and long-time chief of the Awami League, now faces a critical crossroads after being handed a death sentence by the International Crimes Tribunal.

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  China reacts to Sheikh Hasina's death sentence': 'Bangladesh's internal matter'

  World | November 18, 2025 17:37 IST

  We sincerely hope that Bangladesh will achieve solidarity, stability and development, China's foreign ministry sid.

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  'No one above law': Yunus' first reaction after Bangladesh court sentences Sheikh Hasina to death

  World | November 17, 2025 23:52 IST

  In his statement, Muhammad Yunus said the judgment delivered by the International Crimes Tribunal sends a powerful message across the country: justice applies to everyone.

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  Speed News: Tejashwi Yadav becomes Bihar Assembly LoP after Mahagathbandhan defeat

  Originals | November 17, 2025 20:27 IST

  Tejashwi Yadav becomes Bihar Assembly LoP after Mahagathbandhan defeat. Sheikh Hasina reacts to death sentence, decries extremists' murderous motives. Azam Khan, son sentenced to seven years for holding dual PAN cards. Get all the latest updates of the day in today's Speed News.

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  What Led to Sheikh Hasina's Death Sentence in Bangladesh? Explained

  Originals | November 17, 2025 20:30 IST

  In a historic and unprecedented ruling, Bangladesh's International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) has sentenced former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to death after finding her guilty on three of the five charges brought against her.

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  Aaj Ki Baat: Full episode, November 17, 2025

  India | April 07, 2026 12:52 IST

  Bangladesh has sought Sheikh Hasina's extradition from India after a court sentenced her to death. In its message to New Delhi, Bangladesh's Ministry of External Affairs cited the bilateral extradition treaty between the two nations.

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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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  Sheikh Hasina, former Bangladesh PM, sentenced to death by Dhaka court for 'crimes against humanity'

  World | November 17, 2025 17:51 IST

  Sheikh 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.

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  'It doesn't matter to me whatever verdict they announce': Sheikh Hasina stands defiant

  World | November 17, 2025 12:01 IST

  Hasina called the allegations false, blamed interim chief advisor Muhammad Yunus for the country's chaos, and refused to attend the trial in Dhaka. She urged her supporters to stay calm and resilient, citing personal losses, the destruction of her family home, attacks on civilians during the unrest.