Sheikh Hasina
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'No one above law': Yunus' first reaction after Bangladesh court sentences Sheikh Hasina to death
World | Nov 17, 2025, 11:52 PM ISTIn 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 | Nov 17, 2025, 08:27 PM ISTTejashwi 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 | Nov 17, 2025, 08:30 PM ISTIn 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 | Apr 07, 2026, 12:52 PM ISTBangladesh 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 | Nov 17, 2025, 11:51 PM ISTBangladesh 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 | Nov 17, 2025, 05:20 PM ISTOn 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 | Nov 17, 2025, 05:16 PM ISTThe 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 | 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.
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'It doesn't matter to me whatever verdict they announce': Sheikh Hasina stands defiant
World | Nov 17, 2025, 12:01 PM ISTHasina 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.
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What are the five charges against Sheikh Hasina on which special tribunal is set to deliver verdict?
World | Nov 17, 2025, 10:07 AM ISTSheikh Hasina: Monday’s verdict concerns five counts of alleged crimes against humanity linked to last year’s July Uprising. These include murders, attempted murders, torture and use of lethal force on unarmed student protesters; issuance of orders to deploy lethal weapons.
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Bangladesh tightens security ahead of verdict against Sheikh Hasina, shoot at sight ordered
World | Nov 17, 2025, 07:59 AM ISTSheikh Hasina: Dhaka has witnessed a series of mostly predawn clandestine attacks since November 10, including crude bomb explosions at the entrance of the Yunus-founded Grameen Bank headquarters in Mirpur.
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Sheikh Hasina verdict in 24 hours: Bangladesh on high alert as govt seeks death penalty
World | Nov 16, 2025, 05:09 PM ISTThe interim government led by Muhammad Yunus has sought the death penalty for the 78-year-old leader, alleging crimes against humanity during last year’s anti-government protests.
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Ex-Bangladeshi minister alleges Clinton family and Muhammad Yunus behind 2024 Sheikh Hasina ouster
World | Nov 11, 2025, 10:39 AM ISTChowdhury claimed the unrest, which began as student protests over job quotas, was carefully planned and funded to facilitate regime change. He also accused Muhammad Yunus’s interim government of being part of this Western-backed nexus.
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How a timely call from India prevented Hasina from sharing her father's fate amid Bangladesh unrest?
World | Nov 07, 2025, 05:17 PM ISTAccording to a forthcoming book Inshallah Bangladesh: The Story of an Unfinished Revolution, authored by Deep Halder, Jaydeep Majumdar and Shahidul Hasan Khokon, youth protests in Bangladesh escalated into violent unrest on August 5, with mobs closing in on the Prime Minister’s residence in Dhaka.
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Yunus presents 'Art of Triumph' to Turkish delegation after controversial map gift to Pakistan
World | Nov 04, 2025, 05:44 PM ISTA 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 | Oct 30, 2025, 07:49 AM ISTMeanwhile, 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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Bangladesh court to announce verdict in Sheikh Hasina's 'crimes' on November 13
World | Oct 24, 2025, 10:30 AM ISTHasina'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.
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Bangladesh interim govt warns media against publicising Sheikh Hasina's statements, vows action
World | Aug 22, 2025, 07:52 PM ISTThe Bangladesh interim government said that the broadcasting and publicity of audio of Hasina on television channels, news and online portals is a "serious violation of the Anti-Terrorism Act 2009".
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Bangladesh Awami League HQ taken over by unknown group before Hasina's fall anniversary on Aug 5
World | Jul 27, 2025, 12:53 PM ISTNotably, former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina resigned from the top post on August 5 last year after large crowds of demonstrators surrounded her Dhaka residence. Her resignation was announced by Bangladesh’s Chief of Army Staff General Waker-uz-Zaman.
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Four killed as Sheikh Hasina supporters clash with police: What led to fresh violence in Bangladesh?
Explainers | Jul 17, 2025, 08:24 AM ISTIn Bangladesh, the newly formed National Citizen Party (NCP), led by the youth who led the mass uprising last year, has faced strong opposition in Gopalganj, the hometown of ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.