Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina Seeks India's Pioneering Role for South Asia's Development
3 years, 8 months ago

Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina Seeks India's Pioneering Role for South Asia's Development

News 18  

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Friday urged India to take the lead role for South Asia's political stability and economic upliftment as her Indian counterpart Narendra Modi joined the celebrations of the golden jubilee of Bangladesh's 50th Independence Day and the birth centenary of its founder 'Bangabandu' Sheikh Mujibur Rahman. "We laud Prime Minister Modi's Neighborhood First' policy India needs to play a pioneering role in building a stable and politically-economically vibrant South Asia," Hasina told the ceremony, which was also attended by President Abdul Hamid and diplomats from several countries. She pointed out India's support to Bangladesh's 1971 Liberation War and said, "India is inextricably linked to Bangladesh's birth". Hasina simultaneously paid rich tributes to the Indian Army veterans who fought for Bangladesh's independence alongside Bangladeshi freedom fighters while a number of octogenarian Indian military officials who fought in the 1971 liberation war were present among the audience.

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India merely an ally: Bangladesh law adviser on Modi's Vijay Diwas post
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6 days, 13 hours ago

India merely an ally: Bangladesh law adviser on Modi's Vijay Diwas post

Deccan Chronicle  

Dhaka: Bangladesh interim government's Law Adviser Asif Nazrul has criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's post on X commemorating Victory Day saying, "India was merely an ally in this victory, nothing more." Attaching a screenshot of Modi's post that paid tribute to Indian soldiers for their role in the historic victory in 1971, Nazrul wrote on Facebook in Bengali on Monday, …

'India was just an ally, nothing more...': Bangladeshi politicians fume over PM Modi's Vijay Diwas post
6 days, 15 hours ago

'India was just an ally, nothing more...': Bangladeshi politicians fume over PM Modi's Vijay Diwas post

India TV News  

Dhaka: Bangladeshi politicians including the ministers in the Muhammad Yunus-led interim government, fumed over the social media post of Prime Minister Narendra Modi who called Vijay Diwas "India’s historic victory in 1971". Bangladeshi politicians protest against PM Modi's Vijay Diwas post However, Asif Nazrul, law adviser to Muhammad Yunus, protested against PM Modi's post on Vijay Diwas and said, "India …

Bangladesh criticise Modi for ignoring Bangladesh on Vijay Diwas
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6 days, 16 hours ago

Bangladesh criticise Modi for ignoring Bangladesh on Vijay Diwas

Deccan Chronicle  

Bangladeshi politicians on Monday criticised Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for failing to mention Bangladesh in his social media post on Vijay Diwas. The omission has sparked anger across political circles in Bangladesh, with leaders accusing Modi of undermining their country's sovereignty and independence struggle. India was an ally, nothing more.” Hasnat Abdullah of the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement echoed this …

‘India was just an ally’: Bangladesh politicians upset over PM Modi's Vijay Diwas post
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6 days, 17 hours ago

‘India was just an ally’: Bangladesh politicians upset over PM Modi's Vijay Diwas post

Hindustan Times  

Bangladeshi politicians, including members of the Muhammad Yunus-led caretaker administration, on Monday criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for not mentioning their country in his social media post on Vijay Diwas. On the other hand, Bangladesh has objected to the presence in India of its ex-prime minister Sheikh Hasina, daughter of its Founding Father, Sheikh Mujibur Rahman. India was an ally …

PM Modi's Vijay Diwas post, with no mention of Bangladesh, rattles Yunus govt
6 days, 19 hours ago

PM Modi's Vijay Diwas post, with no mention of Bangladesh, rattles Yunus govt

Firstpost  

Bangladesh has been reacting to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Vijay Diwas post with a leader of Muhammad Yunus-led interim government calling India ‘just an ally’ in the 1971 liberation war Political leaders in Bangladesh, including those from Muhammad Yunus-led interim government, reacted strongly to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s message on Vijay Diwas or victory day, claiming that the …

Vijay Diwas Celebrated with Bangladeshi Delegation at Fort William
1 week ago

Vijay Diwas Celebrated with Bangladeshi Delegation at Fort William

Deccan Chronicle  

Kolkata: A nine-member Bangladeshi delegation including seven Mukti Joddhas with their spouses attended the 53rd Vijay Diwas celebration at Fort William, the headquarters of the Eastern Command of the Indian Army on Monday amid tensions between the two neighbouring countries. December 16 is celebrated every year as Vijay Diwas to mark India's military victory over Pakistan in the historic Liberation …

Ties with India cordial, everlasting: Muktijoddhas, Bangladesh army officers
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1 week ago

Ties with India cordial, everlasting: Muktijoddhas, Bangladesh army officers

Hindustan Times  

Amid the ongoing strain in ties between India and Bangladesh, Muktijoddhas, military veterans and serving army officers of the neighbouring country who came to India to take part in the Vijay Diwas celebration in Kolkata on Monday, said that relations between the two countries are cordial and hostile statements being made by a section of people won’t have any effect …

India, Bangladesh celebrate Vijay Diwas amid strained ties over Hasina’s ouster
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1 week ago

India, Bangladesh celebrate Vijay Diwas amid strained ties over Hasina’s ouster

Firstpost  

Vijay Diwas on December 16 marks the liberation of Bangladesh from Pakistan’s rule with the Indian military intervention in 1971 Lt. General A.A. K. Niazi signing the surrender document as Lt. General J.S. Amid strained ties over Bangladesh’s new regime’s tilt towards extremism and continuing violence against minorities in the country, India and Bangladesh are observing the ‘Vijay Diwas’ on …

FirstUp: Sri Lankan president in India, Rajya Sabha discusses Constitution... The big headlines today
1 week ago

FirstUp: Sri Lankan president in India, Rajya Sabha discusses Constitution... The big headlines today

Firstpost  

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Disanayaka is on a State visit to India to strengthen bilateral relations. A Delhi court will rule on a 1984 anti-Sikh riots case, and German leader Olaf Scholz faces a confidence vote Sri Lanka's President and National People's Power party leader Anura Kumara Disanayaka gestures as he leaves after casting his vote on the day …

India just ally in 1971 War, nothing more: Naya Bangladesh leaders on Modi post
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1 week ago

India just ally in 1971 War, nothing more: Naya Bangladesh leaders on Modi post

India Today  

Several leaders of the Muhammad Yunus-led interim government in Bangladesh on Monday reacted sharply to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's message on Vijay Diwas, saying that the victory of 1971 belonged to Bangladesh, and India was merely an ally in the struggle. PM Modi's message on Vijay Diwas also attracted harsh reaction from Hasnat Abdullah, an important coordinator of the Anti-Discrimination …

India-Bangladesh war heroes to celebrate Vijay Diwas amid strained ties
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1 week, 1 day ago

India-Bangladesh war heroes to celebrate Vijay Diwas amid strained ties

India Today  

As India and Bangladesh mark the 53rd anniversary of the Bangladesh Liberation War of 1971, eight Muktijoddhas arrived in Kolkata on Monday to participate in the Vijay Diwas celebrations. Similarly, eight Indian war veterans and two serving Indian Armed Forces officers travelled to Dhaka to join the Victory Day events in Bangladesh. The annual tradition of exchanging war veterans and …

1971 Bangladesh war veterans to attend Vijay Diwas amid tensions with India
1 week, 3 days ago

1971 Bangladesh war veterans to attend Vijay Diwas amid tensions with India

India Today  

Amid ongoing political instability and attacks on Hindu minorities in Bangladesh, the caretaker government led by Yunus Muhammed has confirmed that Mukti Bahini veterans will participate in India’s Vijay Diwas celebrations on December 16. DIPLOMATIC IMPLICATIONS The decision to send Mukti Bahini veterans to India signals an effort by the caretaker government to repair bilateral ties. The shared history of …

Time for Bangladesh to smell the coffee: India is indispensable
1 week, 3 days ago

Time for Bangladesh to smell the coffee: India is indispensable

Firstpost  

India has, for its part, followed a calibrated approach of sending out a clear message to Bangladesh to be mindful of India’s security interests and protect the lives and welfare of its Hindu and other minorities The diplomatic language indicates that Misri during his Dhaka did not hold back his punches in outlining India’s concerns about the violence against minorities …

Bangladesh delegates, Mukti Joddhas likely to attend Vijay Diwas event
1 week, 4 days ago

Bangladesh delegates, Mukti Joddhas likely to attend Vijay Diwas event

Deccan Chronicle  

Kolkata: A Bangladeshi delegation is likely to attend the 53rd Vijay Diwas celebration, that marks the defeat of Pakistan to India in the Liberation War, to be held by the Eastern Command of the Indian Army at its headquarters Fort William in Kolkata on December 16. The attendees from the neighbouring country may include Mukti Joddhas, who were trained by …

Uncertainty over participation of Bangladeshi freedom fighters in Eastern Command’s Vijay Diwas celebrations
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Uncertainty over participation of Bangladeshi freedom fighters in Eastern Command’s Vijay Diwas celebrations

The Hindu  

Following recent incidents of atrocities against minorities in Bangladesh, uncertainty looms over the participation of Bangladeshi Mukti Joddhas in the Indian Armed Forces’ upcoming Vijay Diwas celebrations at Fort William, the headquarters of the Eastern Command, in Kolkata on December 16. Vijay Diwas, celebrated on December 16 every year, marks India’s historic victory over Pakistan in the 1971 war, which …

Bangladesh to replace Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s image with ‘graffiti’ on banknotes
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Bangladesh to replace Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s image with ‘graffiti’ on banknotes

Live Mint  

Months after Bangladesh's former PM Sheikh Hasina's ousting, Bangladesh is set to remove the image of ‘Bangabandhu’ Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, the country's founding father, from its currency, Dhaka Tribune reported. Bangladesh's New Currency Design The Bangladesh Bank has begun the process of printing new banknotes, which will feature symbols of the July protests, including religious landmarks, Bengali cultural elements, and …

Bangladeshi Mukti Yoddhas unlikely to attend Vijay Diwas celebrations this year
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Bangladeshi Mukti Yoddhas unlikely to attend Vijay Diwas celebrations this year

India Today  

The Bangladeshi Mukti Yoddhas are likely to miss this year's Vijay Diwas celebrations in West Bengal's Kolkata amid the ongoing diplomatic tension between Dhaka and New Delhi. Vijay Diwas, celebrated every year on December 16, commemorates the Indian Armed Forces' decisive victory over Pakistan in the 1971 war, leading to the liberation of Bangladesh. For the past five decades, India …

How India lost Bangladesh to Pakistan and China
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How India lost Bangladesh to Pakistan and China

India Today  

Just a year ago, Bangladesh’s Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina described the India-Bangladesh relationship as being in a “golden period.” Over the past decade, the two nations had strengthened their bond by combating militant groups, resolving a complex border agreement, and signing various infrastructure and power deals. In 1971, India played a pivotal role in Bangladesh’s independence, supporting Bengali rebels against …

'Bangladesh Hindus weren't safe under Sheikh Hasina either'
2 weeks, 6 days ago

'Bangladesh Hindus weren't safe under Sheikh Hasina either'

India Today  

India’s ties with Bangladesh are more stressed than ever, with an air of mistrust brewing since the ouster of the Sheikh Hasina government and her refuge in India. However, Shafiqul Alam, press secretary to chief advisor of the Bangladesh interim government Muhammad Yunus, says his country is committed to fostering “good and strong” relations with India. A. Sheikh Hasina fled …

Is India's Influence in South Asia Diminishing?
1 month ago

Is India's Influence in South Asia Diminishing?

The Hindu  

Published : Nov 21, 2024 20:28 IST - 5 MINS READ Nepal Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli’s decision to travel to Beijing first before his visit to India and Bangladesh demanding the extradition of its former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina are being viewed as acts of assertion of the two countries in South Asia that have so far been exceedingly …

Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s portrait removed from Bangladesh President’s office, casting doubt on future of his legacy
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1 month, 1 week ago

Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s portrait removed from Bangladesh President’s office, casting doubt on future of his legacy

Live Mint  

In another instance of Bangladesh interim government giving in to the demands of the students, chief advisor Muhammad Yunus ordered removal of the portrait of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman from president's office. Sheikh Mujibur Rahman was the founding father of Bangladesh and also, father of Sheikh Hasina who was forced to resign and leave country in view of the student uprising …

Declare Bengal's independence from Modi rule, Bangladesh Islamist tells Mamata
3 months, 1 week ago

Declare Bengal's independence from Modi rule, Bangladesh Islamist tells Mamata

India Today  

Bangladeshi Islamic radical Jashimuddin Rahmani Hafi, who was released after Hasina's fall by the interim government, has asked West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee to "free Bengal from Modi's rule and declare its independence". "We will tell Mamata Banerjee of West Bengal to free Bengal from Modi's rule and declare independence," Jashimuddin Rahmani said in the inflammatory monologue. JASHIMUDDIN RAHMANI …

Can’t catch a cold from B’desh-Pakistan thaw
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Can’t catch a cold from B’desh-Pakistan thaw

Hindustan Times  

After being left in the cold in the corridors of power in Bangladesh for several decades, Pakistan perceives a new opening in Dhaka following the ouster of the Sheikh Hasina government and the installation of a caretaker administration led by Muhammad Yunus. Students and other activists carry Bangladesh's national flag during a protest march organized by Students Against Discrimination to …

Bangladesh: A nation in turmoil and transformation
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Bangladesh: A nation in turmoil and transformation

The Hindu  

Published : Sep 04, 2024 18:19 IST - 1 MIN READ The abrupt end of Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s long-standing rule marks a significant turning point in the nation’s politics. What began as student protests demanding reforms to a controversial quota system in government jobs quickly escalated into a broader movement challenging Hasina’s authoritarian governance, ultimately forcing her to …

The View From India newsletter: The churn in Bangladesh
3 months, 3 weeks 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 must engage with all sides in Bangladesh: Top policy analyst
3 months, 3 weeks ago

India must engage with all sides in Bangladesh: Top policy analyst

The Hindu  

The current state of relations between India and Bangladesh does not leave space for conventional diplomacy for Indian decision makers, a top policy analyst of Bangladesh has said. The end of the Hasina government need not be interpreted as the end of bilateral relations, he said, while also adding: “South Block should engage with the real stakeholders – the people …

Bangladesh wants harmonious ties with India, but New Delhi mustn't interfere: Jamaat-e-Islami chief
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Bangladesh wants harmonious ties with India, but New Delhi mustn't interfere: Jamaat-e-Islami chief

The Hindu  

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami supremo Shafiqur Rahman has said his party seeks harmonious and stable ties with India but asserted that New Delhi needs to reconsider its foreign policy in the neighbourhood, as bilateral relations do not entail interfering in each other’s internal issues. Mr. Rahman, who is the Ameer of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami, stated that his party supports close relations between India …

Bangladesh’s interim government lifts ban on Jamaat-e-Islami party
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Bangladesh’s interim government lifts ban on Jamaat-e-Islami party

Al Jazeera  

Caretaker administration says ex-PM Hasina’s claims of its ‘terrorist activities’ during student protests were groundless. Bangladesh’s interim government, led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus, has lifted a ban on the Jamaat-e-Islami party that was imposed under an antiterrorism law. The Ministry of Home Affairs on Wednesday revoked the ban on the country’s largest Muslim party, put in place in the …

How Sheikh Hasina’s ouster will impact India’s Act East policy
4 months ago

How Sheikh Hasina’s ouster will impact India’s Act East policy

Firstpost  

Regime change in Dhaka took New Delhi by surprise like it did recently in Kabul, Male, and even Nepal. The impromptu Army-backed ouster of the five-time Prime Minister, Sheikh Hasina, daughter of the founding father of Bangladesh, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rehman of the Awami League, has been variously described as Second Independence, Third Revolution, Redux Nepal 2006, and so on. …

Independence Day 2024: Country Needs Secular Civil Code, Not Communal, Says PM Modi From Red Fort | ABP News
4 months, 1 week ago

Independence Day 2024: Country Needs Secular Civil Code, Not Communal, Says PM Modi From Red Fort | ABP News

ABP News  

With slogans like "Sarfaroshi ki Tamanna ab hamare dil mein hai, dekhna hai zor kitna, baju-e-qatil mein hai," and many other passionate chants and songs, the brave sons of Mother India fought against British rule and sacrificed their lives for freedom. Addressing the nation from the Red Fort on the occasion of India's 78th Independence Day, PM Modi said that …

PM Modi Speech: From Kolkata to Bangladesh To UCC, PM Modi's Message On Independence Day | ABP News
4 months, 1 week ago

PM Modi Speech: From Kolkata to Bangladesh To UCC, PM Modi's Message On Independence Day | ABP News

ABP News  

With slogans like "Sarfaroshi ki Tamanna ab hamare dil mein hai, dekhna hai zor kitna, baju-e-qatil mein hai," and many other passionate chants and songs, the brave sons of Mother India fought against British rule and sacrificed their lives for freedom. Addressing the nation from the Red Fort on the occasion of India's 78th Independence Day, PM Modi said that …

'Martyrs & Father of Nation insulted': Hasina slams Bangladesh violence in 1st statement since ouster
4 months, 1 week ago

'Martyrs & Father of Nation insulted': Hasina slams Bangladesh violence in 1st statement since ouster

Firstpost  

Deposed Bangladeshi leader Sheikh Hasina has called for a nationwide mourning on August 15, the anniversary of her family’s massacre by the military in 1975 Former Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina has resigned. File Photo/Reuters In her first statement since her ouster last week, former Bangladeshi premier Sheikh Hasina has said that those opposed to her have insulted the marthyrs of …

Sheikh Hasina’s remarks “from India” not conducive for bilateral ties, Bangladesh tells India
4 months, 1 week ago

Sheikh Hasina’s remarks “from India” not conducive for bilateral ties, Bangladesh tells India

The Hindu  

A day after deposed Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina called on her country to deliver justice for the recent killings and vandalisation of the memorial for her late father Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, the new Bangladesh government’s Adviser of Foreign Affairs Touhid Hossein met Indian envoy Pranay Verma and warned that such statements “emanating from India” was not “conducive” for …

The Yunus Paradox: Nobel laureate’s peaceful vision vs the growing fundamentalism in Bangladesh
4 months, 1 week ago

The Yunus Paradox: Nobel laureate’s peaceful vision vs the growing fundamentalism in Bangladesh

Firstpost  

With the uncertain political landscape that lies beneath the developments in Bangladesh, Muhammad Yunus’s leadership, though promising in the short term, may struggle to navigate the turbulent waters ahead Bangladesh is currently experiencing a historic political shift. The potential for increased radicaliation, cross-border terrorism, and a deteriorating situation for the Hindu minority in Bangladesh could strain India’s resources and compromise …

Accepting the realities of Bangladesh
4 months, 1 week ago

Accepting the realities of Bangladesh

Hindustan Times  

As the situation in Bangladesh unfolds, television anchors and their guests outdoing each other in finding a new angle, a new accusation, or yet another conspiracy theory. Bangladesh citizen {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} First, the discussion in whether or not India should have welcomed former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina into India should take into consideration that everyone has a right …

Accepting the realities of Bangladesh
4 months, 1 week ago

Accepting the realities of Bangladesh

Hindustan Times  

As the situation in Bangladesh unfolds, television anchors and their guests outdoing each other in finding a new angle, a new accusation, or yet another conspiracy theory. Bangladesh citizen First, the discussion in whether or not India should have welcomed former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina into India should take into consideration that everyone has a right to seek political asylum. …

What does Sheikh Hasina’s resignation mean for India-Bangladesh relations?
4 months, 1 week ago

What does Sheikh Hasina’s resignation mean for India-Bangladesh relations?

Al Jazeera  

India views the events in Bangladesh as a setback for security, trade and connectivity and a possible loss of influence. After partition, to India’s east lay East Pakistan, later renamed Bangladesh in 1971 after a bloody war of independence led by Hasina’s father Sheikh Mujibur Rahman. It was much to India’s relief when in 2009 Hasina and her Awami League …

'India should take a leadership role, grateful to PM Modi for quick action saving my mother's life': Sheikh Hasina's son Sajeeb Wazed Joy
4 months, 1 week ago

'India should take a leadership role, grateful to PM Modi for quick action saving my mother's life': Sheikh Hasina's son Sajeeb Wazed Joy

Op India  

Son of former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina Sajeeb Wazed Joy has expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his government’s quick action following the developments in the neighbouring country which led to her departure. Those are all rumors.” He also expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for saving Sheikh Hasina’s life. “My message to the government of …

Sheikh Hasina's son dismisses media reports of her visa revocation, says "eternally grateful" to PM Modi
4 months, 1 week ago

Sheikh Hasina's son dismisses media reports of her visa revocation, says "eternally grateful" to PM Modi

The Hindu  

Son of former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, Sajeeb Wazed Joy, has expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his government’s quick action following the developments in the neighbouring country which led to her departure. Sheikh Hasina’s son also dismissed media reports of a revocation of her visa stating that no one has revoked the visa of the Awami …

'You Talk Big On Gaza, But...': Anurag Thakur Slams Rahul Gandhi, Congress Over Silence On Minorities In Bangladesh
4 months, 2 weeks ago

'You Talk Big On Gaza, But...': Anurag Thakur Slams Rahul Gandhi, Congress Over Silence On Minorities In Bangladesh

News 18  

BJP MP Anurag Thakur on Friday accused Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi and the Congress party of failing to address the safety of Hindus and other minority communities in Bangladesh “Unfortunately, the Leader of the Opposition and the Congress party, in their tweets congratulating the interim Bangladeshi government, did not raise the issue of Hindu or minority protection in Bangladesh,” …

Bangladesh: Khaleda Zia's BNP says 'difficult to cooperate' with India if it helps 'enemy' Sheikh Hasina
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Bangladesh: Khaleda Zia's BNP says 'difficult to cooperate' with India if it helps 'enemy' Sheikh Hasina

India TV News  

Dhaka: The Bangladesh Nationalist Party, the key rival of ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's Awami League, has expressed frustration with India providing refuge to the 76-year-old leader after she was compelled to resign and flee the country after widespread protests. Anti-India activities and attacks on the Hindu community also grew significantly under the BNP and its possible return to power …

India reminds Bangladesh caretaker government of responsibility to protect minorities, restore law and order
4 months, 2 weeks ago

India reminds Bangladesh caretaker government of responsibility to protect minorities, restore law and order

The Hindu  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday conveyed best wishes to Prof. Mohammad Yunus who took charge as the head of Bangladesh’s interim government and urged him to ensure “safety and protection” of the minority communities in Bangladesh. Expressing cautious optimism for the newly appointed government led by Dr. Mohammad Yunus, Randhir Jaiswal, Official Spokesperson of the Ministry of External Affairs …

Did Sheikh Hasina’s good economics lead to political disaster in Bangladesh?
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Did Sheikh Hasina’s good economics lead to political disaster in Bangladesh?

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi: Ousted Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina is traumatized by the turn of events since August 5, when she had to flee to India as both the Bangladesh Army and Police stood down on rampaging protests all over the country. Three days later, Sheikh Hasina is at Hindon Air Force base near Delhi and has no immediate plans to …

'Do they know history?': Billionaire Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw slams Bangladesh protesters destroying Mujibur Rahman's statue
4 months, 2 weeks ago

'Do they know history?': Billionaire Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw slams Bangladesh protesters destroying Mujibur Rahman's statue

Hindustan Times  

Bangladesh is facing political turmoil and unrest, which led to Sheikh Hasina resigning as prime minister and fleeing the country. Also, a video of a group destroying a statue of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, the founding father of Bangladesh and Sheikh Hasina’s father, went viral. She condemned the act and called it a “Sad day for Bangladesh.” The image shows protesters …

Bangladesh news Highlights: PM Modi extends ‘best wishes’ to Muhammad Yunus
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Bangladesh news Highlights: PM Modi extends ‘best wishes’ to Muhammad Yunus

Hindustan Times  

Members of the army clear an entrance of the Ganabhaban, the Bangladeshi prime minister's residence, a day after the resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Bangladesh news Highlights: A new interim government of Bangladesh, headed by Nobel laureate and economist Muhammad Yunus, will be sworn in on Thursday. The Bangladesh Army chief announced the interim government on …

Sheikh Hasina's daughter 'heartbroken' to not 'see, hug' mother amid Bangladesh crisis
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Sheikh Hasina's daughter 'heartbroken' to not 'see, hug' mother amid Bangladesh crisis

India Today  

Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's daughter, Saima Wazed, said she was "heartbroken" for not being able to see and hug her mother following her ouster amid a violent uprising in the country. Sources told India Today TV that 77-year-old Sheikh Hasina was given only 45 minutes by the Bangladesh Army to leave the country. Following Sheikh Hasina's dramatic escape …

GhoseSpot | How Bangladesh crisis will truly test Indian diplomacy
4 months, 2 weeks ago

GhoseSpot | How Bangladesh crisis will truly test Indian diplomacy

Firstpost  

Bangladesh is unfortunately fated to go through turbulent times, but the implications of its descent to anarchy can have serious implications for India India’s relationship with its neighbours have always been that of an affluent elder sibling whom the others love to hate. But could India not have cultivated other moderate politicians or silently promote potential successors to Sheikh Hasina …

Pakistan's first reaction to Bangladesh political crisis: ‘Solidarity with…’
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Pakistan's first reaction to Bangladesh political crisis: ‘Solidarity with…’

Hindustan Times  

Pakistan said on Wednesday it “stands in solidarity with the people of Bangladesh” after prime minister Sheikh Hasina fled the country following weeks of violent anti-quota protests that eventually demanded her resignation. Pakistan also said it is “sincerely hoping for a peaceful and swift return to normalcy.” Student leaders, politicians, the President and the Army chief met together and decided …

‘Sheikh Hasina left Bangladesh because…’: What son Sajeeb Wazed said
4 months, 2 weeks ago

‘Sheikh Hasina left Bangladesh because…’: What son Sajeeb Wazed said

Hindustan Times  

Former Bangladesh prime minister Sheikh Hasina's US-based son Sajeeb Wazed Joy reacted to his mother fleeing the country, saying she did not want to leave but it was for her safety reasons. Sheikh Hasina's son Sajeeb Wazed Joy “It was her dream to turn Bangladesh into a developed country and she worked so hard for it over the last 15 …

Bangladesh Political Crisis: Security Beefed Up At India-Bangladesh Border Amid Violence | ABP News
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Bangladesh Political Crisis: Security Beefed Up At India-Bangladesh Border Amid Violence | ABP News

ABP News  

The situation in Bangladesh is deteriorating rapidly. Following Sheikh Hasina's resignation from the Prime Minister's position and her subsequent departure from the country, control has now shifted to the Bangladeshi military. Meanwhile, on Monday, Bangladeshi President Mohammad Shahabuddin announced that he has accepted Sheikh Hasina's resignation. Several videos of the violence in Bangladesh have surfaced, showing protesters breaking into the …

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