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1 week, 6 days ago

BNP's big charge on Muhammad Yunus: 'Interim govt in Bangladesh deliberately delaying election process'

Slamming the Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus' suggestion to set the minimum voting age at 17, the Bangladesh Nationalist Party on Saturday said that it would put pressure on the Election Commission and could also delay the election process. During a discussion at the Jatiya Press Club in Dhaka, BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir said that lowering the voting …

Bangladesh Election Age Yunus Bnp 17 Years Muhammad Yunus

2 weeks, 2 days ago

Just one election is not the goal of uprising, says Yunus’ adviser

The Hindu

Days after Chief Adviser Prof. Mohammad Yunus promised to hold an election in Bangladesh in 2025 or early 2026, a leading member of his Advisory Council declared on Wednesday that organising “just one election” was not the aim of the people-student uprising. Citing Mr. Mahmud’s remarks, state-owned Bangladesh Sanbad Sansthan reported that he was talking about long-term issues that were …

Bangladesh Election Riaz Yunus One Election Mahmud Interim Government

1 month ago

Jharkhand Cabinet expansion today, 4 Congress MLAs among 10 to take oath

India Today

Ten MLAs -- four Congress, five Jharkhand Mukti Morcha, one Rashtriya Janata Dal -- are likely to be inducted into Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren's Cabinet today. The long-awaited Cabinet expansion comes a week after Soren took oath as the 14th Chief Minister of Jharkhand after the ruling JMM-led coalition won 56 out of 81 Assembly seats in the recently …

Congress Jharkhand Bjp Minister Mla Jmm Cabinet

1 month, 1 week ago

What Tarique Rahman's 'return' from political exile could mean for Bangladesh

India Today

Tarique Rahman, son of Bangladesh leader Begum Khaleda Zia and acting chairperson of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party, appears set to end his 16-year-long political exile in London and return to his homeland, currently going through a turbulent period that has witnessed a mass protest-induced regime change in August. Speculation about his return is rife after the December 1 ruling of …

India London Political Court Bangladesh Hasina Rahman

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma announces renaming of Karimganj district; it will now be called…

Live Mint

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced the renaming of Karimganj district on Tuesday in response to a ‘long-standing demand’. “Over 100 years ago, Kabiguru Rabindranath Tagore had described modern-day Karimganj district as Sribhumi - the land of Maa Lakshmi. Local media reports also cited his plans to rename various various villages, towns and districts into “modern Assamese names that …

Assam Bengali District Sarma Karimganj Sribhumi Karimganj District

2 months ago

‘Drive Alamgir Alam, Irfan Ansari out from Jharkhand like we ousted Babar from Ayodhya': Sarma

Hindustan Times

In an all-out attack on the Congress, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday called on the people of Jharkhand to remove "corrupt leaders like Alamgir Alam and Irfan Ansari" from the state, as the BJP removed Babar from Ayodhya. "We will drive out ministers like Alamgir Alam and Irfan Ansari, who plundered Jharkhand, akin to how we ousted …

Congress Hindus Bjp Ansari Alam Irfan Sarma

2 months ago

Are Sheikh Hasina's allies in Bangladesh plotting for her return, undermining Yunus' govt?

Firstpost

“Her associates are plotting to undermine the movement. BNP was a political opponent of Hasina’s party Allies of ousted Bangladeshi premier Sheikh Hasina were working to undermine the interim government that replaced her regime, two of her leading opponents warned Friday at a huge rally in the capital Dhaka. “We have gathered here to protect the voting rights of the …

Bangladesh Sheikh Hasina Hasina Bnp

2 months ago

’Will drive them out like we ousted Babar’: Himanta Sarma says ministers Alamgir Alam, Irfan Ansari plunder Jharkhand

Live Mint

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, who is also the Bharatiya Janata Party co-incharge for Jharkhand assembly elections, on November 8 hit out at Congress leaders Alamgir Alam and Irfan Ansari, stating that the saffron party would drive them away for allegedly plundering Jharkhand, just like it ousted Babar from Ayodhya. We will not spare those people, no matter how …

Congress Jharkhand Bjp Ansari Irfan Sarma Irfan Ansari

2 months ago

BJP Accuses JMM of Patronizing Mafia, Aims to 'Bulldoze' Them in Jharkhand

The Hindu

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has accused the JMM-led coalition in Jharkhand of 'patronising' mafia and urged people to vote for BJP. He claimed that such actions were being taken against the mafia in his home State and that it is the BJP that can 'guarantee security and safety' to people.

2 months, 2 weeks ago

Pakur Assembly Election 2024: Constituency Profile, Winners, Party-Wise Candidates

India TV News

The Pakur Assembly Election 2024 will be held in Jharkhand. The constituency holds strategic importance in Jharkhand politics, especially for the BJP. With its mix of urban and rural voters, the constituency will likely see a competitive contest in 2024, with key issues of development, employment, and industrial growth shaping the outcome.

Politics Law Development Jharkhand Pakur

4 months ago

Bangladesh taking steps to extradite former PM Hasina from India

Al Jazeera

International Crimes Tribunal says it will start the process to bring expelled leader back to answer for ‘massacres’. Bangladesh’s International Crimes Tribunal says it is taking steps to secure the extradition of ousted leader Sheikh Hasina from neighbouring India. Mohammad Tajul Islam, the ICT’s chief prosecutor, said Hasina, accused of ruling the country with an iron fist during her 15-year …

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4 months, 1 week ago

The View From India newsletter: The churn in Bangladesh

The Hindu

It is barely a month since Sheikh Hasina resigned as Prime Minister of Bangladesh. Some civil society groups within Bangladesh have been urging foreign, especially Indian, media to refrain from exaggerating and sensationalising sporadic instances of such attacks, contending it could make religious minorities more vulnerable. We always wanted a functional relationship with India,” he said, adding: “Unfortunately, there has …

India Pakistan Sri Lanka Political Bangladesh Indian Hindu

4 months, 1 week ago

Reports of attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh 'factually incorrect,' says top BNP leader

New Indian Express

"We want to start a new chapter in India-Bangladesh relations, and ensuring the return of Hasina to Bangladesh will be a new leaf in the bilateral ties," he said "Sheikh Hasina and the Awami League are both condemned here and standing by them will only worsen the perception of India in Bangladesh," he told PTI. "Now, if India doesn't ensure …

India Relationship Bangladesh Hindu Bilateral Sheikh Hasina Hasina

4 months, 2 weeks ago

India should extradite Sheikh Hasina to Bangladesh: BNP General Secretary Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir

The Hindu

India should extradite former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to Bangladesh, demanded Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir, general secretary of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party on Monday. “Frankly speaking, we will seek extradition of Sheikh Hasina as already a large number of cases, including cases of murder, have been filed against her,” Mr. Alamgir said. “In that case, India should help Bangladesh seek …

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4 months, 4 weeks ago

Lucknowi food makes actor Vindhya Tiwari double her gym time

Hindustan Times

Actor Vindhya Tiwari, last seen in The Conversion and Exit, says shooting in Lucknow sends her strict diet routine for a toss. Vindhya Tiwari during her shoot in Lucknow “Living in Mumbai and shooting elsewhere, I am able to follow my diet schedule. Vindhya Tiwari in front of Rumi Darwaza in Lucknow She recounts her food trail. Best-known for her …

Lucknow Vindhya Tiwari

4 months, 4 weeks ago

BNP Rejects US Military Base Claims, Labels Ousted PM Sheikh Hasina's Remarks As 'Irresponsible'

News 18

Bangladesh Nationalist Party Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has strongly rejected reports about US plans to acquire a military base in the country, labeling the claims as “irresponsible remarks. The ousted former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who is currently taking refuge in India, has accused foreign powers like the US of playing a hand in her ouster. When probed …

India Country Hasina Cnn Remarks Alamgir Bnp Rejects

5 months ago

Anti-government protesters in Bangladesh plan to march to capital after a weekend of deadly clashes

The Independent

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Anti-government protesters across Bangladesh planned …

Violence Bangladesh Hasina Dhaka Sign Protesters

5 months ago

Renewed anti-government protests leave nearly 100 dead, hundreds more injured in Bangladesh

Associated Press

DHAKA, Bangladesh — Nearly 100 people were killed and hundreds more injured Sunday as renewed anti-government protests swept across Bangladesh, with protesters calling for the prime minister to resign and the prime minister accusing them of “sabotage” and cutting off mobile internet in a bid to quell the unrest. Demonstrators are demanding Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s resignation following protests last …

Violence Protests Bangladesh Party Hasina Dhaka District

5 months, 1 week ago

Protests and violence break out again in Bangladesh amid calls for the government’s resignation

Associated Press

DHAKA, Bangladesh — Thousands of people protested peacefully in Bangladesh’s capital Saturday to demand justice for more than 200 students and others killed during protests last month, but violence was reported at similar events elsewhere in the country. Also on Saturday, Gen. Waker-Uz-Zaman, the country’s military chief, directed army officers to safeguard public safety and secure key state installations under …

Violence Students Protests Bangladesh Student Party Country

5 months, 2 weeks ago

Bangladesh crawls back to normalcy after violent clashes that killed nearly 200 people

Deccan Chronicle

DHAKA, Bangladesh: Bangladesh was crawling back to normalcy with limited internet and office hours Wednesday after more than a week of chaos over student protests involving government job quotas. While the government has pledged student protesters would not face legal action or harassment, media reports said more than 1,400 people had been arrested in recent days across the country. The …

Supreme Court Violence Internet Bangladesh Opposition Party Hasina

5 months, 2 weeks ago

Bangladesh crawls back to normalcy after violent clashes that killed nearly 200 people

Associated Press

DHAKA, Bangladesh — Bangladesh was crawling back to normalcy with limited internet and office hours Wednesday after more than a week of chaos triggered by student protests over government job quotas. While the government has pledged student protesters would not face legal action or harassment, media reports said that nearly 2,700 people had been arrested in recent days across the …

Supreme Court Internet Bangladesh Opposition Party Country Hasina

5 months, 3 weeks ago

Pakistan arrests top Al-Qaeda leader linked to Osama Bin Laden for sabotage plans

Firstpost

The Counter-Terrorism Department in Punjab province has filed a legal case against Amin ul Haq, alleging his involvement in plotting sabotage aimed at important installations in the region, according to a report Pakistani counter-terrorism authorities have arrested Amin ul Haq, a senior leader of Al-Qaeda known for his close association with Osama Bin Laden, the mastermind behind the 9/11 attacks …

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6 months ago

ED files charge sheet, attaches assets of ex-Jharkhand minister Alamgir Alam, linked persons

The Hindu

The Enforcement Directorate has filed a charge sheet and also attached assets worth more than ₹4 crore of former Jharkhand Rural Development Minister Alamgir Alam, his ex personal secretary and the aide's domestic help as part of a money laundering investigation. In a statement on July 6, the federal agency said it has issued a provisional attachment order under the …

Jharkhand Alam Lal Alamgir Jahangir Alam

6 months, 2 weeks ago

Congress, JMM to induct new faces in Jharkhand cabinet

Hindustan Times

Jharkhand chief minister Champai Soren is likely to induct new members into the state Cabinet, with both Jharkhand Mukti Morcha and the Congress likely to induct new faces, people aware of the development said on Wednesday. Jharkhand Congress in-charge Ghulam Ahmed Mir met former chief minister Hemant Soren in jail in the presence of Kalpana Soren, MLA and wife of …

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BNP's big charge on Muhammad Yunus: 'Interim govt in Bangladesh deliberately delaying election process'

Just one election is not the goal of uprising, says Yunus’ adviser

Jharkhand Cabinet expansion today, 4 Congress MLAs among 10 to take oath

What Tarique Rahman's 'return' from political exile could mean for Bangladesh

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma announces renaming of Karimganj district; it will now be called…

‘Drive Alamgir Alam, Irfan Ansari out from Jharkhand like we ousted Babar from Ayodhya': Sarma

Are Sheikh Hasina's allies in Bangladesh plotting for her return, undermining Yunus' govt?

’Will drive them out like we ousted Babar’: Himanta Sarma says ministers Alamgir Alam, Irfan Ansari plunder Jharkhand

BJP Accuses JMM of Patronizing Mafia, Aims to 'Bulldoze' Them in Jharkhand

Pakur Assembly Election 2024: Constituency Profile, Winners, Party-Wise Candidates

Bangladesh taking steps to extradite former PM Hasina from India

The View From India newsletter: The churn in Bangladesh

Reports of attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh 'factually incorrect,' says top BNP leader

India should extradite Sheikh Hasina to Bangladesh: BNP General Secretary Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir

Lucknowi food makes actor Vindhya Tiwari double her gym time

BNP Rejects US Military Base Claims, Labels Ousted PM Sheikh Hasina's Remarks As 'Irresponsible'

Anti-government protesters in Bangladesh plan to march to capital after a weekend of deadly clashes

Renewed anti-government protests leave nearly 100 dead, hundreds more injured in Bangladesh

Protests and violence break out again in Bangladesh amid calls for the government’s resignation

Bangladesh crawls back to normalcy after violent clashes that killed nearly 200 people

Bangladesh crawls back to normalcy after violent clashes that killed nearly 200 people

Pakistan arrests top Al-Qaeda leader linked to Osama Bin Laden for sabotage plans

ED files charge sheet, attaches assets of ex-Jharkhand minister Alamgir Alam, linked persons

Congress, JMM to induct new faces in Jharkhand cabinet