London councillor paid £20,000 a year while living in Bangladesh Sabina Khan continues to collect salary despite seeking seat in national assembly elections thousands of miles away Evening Standard · Feb 1
Jayasree Kabir obituary Actor who was a celebrated figure of Bangladeshi cinema after being discovered by the Indian director Satyajit Ray The Guardian - UK · Jan 30
Breakdown in cricket relations with Bangladesh rings alarm bells for India’s Olympic bid Bangladesh’s withdrawal from the men’s T20 World Cup has caused concern, with the IOC unlikely to award the 2036 Games to India if there is a risk of a boycott The Guardian - UK · Jan 30
Bangladesh polls: US embassy issues security alert; warns of political violence and 'extremist attacks' The US embassy in Bangladesh has issued a security alert for its citizens ahead of the February 12 parliamentary elections, warning of potential political violence and extremist attacks. Americans are advised to remain vigilant, avoid large gatherings, and monitor local news due to anticipated transportation restrictions and a history of… The Times of India · Jan 30
After 14 years, Pakistan-Bangladesh direct flights resume Pakistan and Bangladesh have resumed direct air connectivity after a 14-year hiatus, with Biman Bangladesh Airlines operating the inaugural Dhaka-Karachi flight. This move aims to enhance bilateral ties, promote tourism, and strengthen people-to-people links, with plans to increase flight frequency and reduce fares. The Times of India · Jan 30
Bangladesh’s ousted leader Sheikh Hasina denounces upcoming election from exile Her party has been barred from the polls The Independent UK · Jan 29
'No security threat here': Bangladesh questions India's move to recall diplomats' families Bangladesh’s foreign affairs Adviser Md Touhid Hossain on Wednesday said that there was “no reason” for India to recall the family members of its diplomats from Dhaka. This comes after New Delhi cited precautionary safety concerns amid rising extremist activity ahead of the country’s general elections scheduled for February 2026. The Times of India · Jan 28
India-EU Trade Deal: 9 Shocking Changes That Could Change India's Future After nearly two decades of talks, India and the European Union (EU) have finalized a landmark Free Trade Agreement (FTA) that promises to transform trade, industry, and business in India. The deal covers goods, services, investment, and market access on an unprecedented scale, creating one of the largest trade partnerships… MyLifeXP · Jan 28
Takeaways from AP's report on how Bangladeshi workers were tricked into fighting in the Ukraine war Bangladeshi workers were lured to Russia under the false promise of civilian work and then forced to fight in the Ukraine war The Independent UK · Jan 27
Bangladeshi workers lured to Russia for jobs tricked into fighting brutal war in Ukraine Workers claim they were threatened with 10-year jail terms and beaten The Independent UK · Jan 27
Death sentences for former Dhaka top cop, 2 others Former Dhaka police chief and two ex-deputies have been sentenced to death by Bangladesh's International Crimes Tribunal for crimes against humanity. Convicted in absentia, they were found guilty of leading a brutal crackdown on 2024 protests that led to hundreds of deaths and the ouster of then-PM Sheikh Hasina. The Times of India · Jan 26
Pakistan set to make late call on T20 World Cup participation after Bangladesh boycott Bangladesh have boycotted the tournament amid security concerns and been replaced by Scotland The Independent UK · Jan 26
Bangladesh crisis: Ex-police chief among 3 cops sentenced to death for protest crackdown A Bangladesh court on Monday sentenced Dhaka’s fugitive former police chief and two senior officers to death for crimes against humanity over the killing of six protesters during the July 2024 mass uprising that led to the overthrow of then prime minister Sheikh Hasina. The Times of India · Jan 26
Bangladesh boycott brings a sad reality to T20 World Cup countdown Swirling force of subcontinental politics and a governing body lacking in credibility has led to a far from joyous situation The Guardian - UK · Jan 26
Times Pets · Jan 26 Sloth Bear : The Shaggy Guardian of India's Forests Physical Description Sloth's bear most common natural habitat dry forest in India Sloth bears have shaggy, dusty-black coats pale, short-haired muzzles, and long, curved claws which they use to excavate termites and ants. A cream-colored “V” or “Y” shape usually marks their chests. Their shaggy fur does not have…
The Times of India · Jan 26 Will hold Hasina & her party responsible for any pre-poll violence: Dhaka Bangladesh's interim government will hold Sheikh Hasina and the banned Awami League responsible for election-related violence, accusing her of inciting terror from India. The foreign ministry expressed shock that Hasina, convicted of crimes against humanity, was allowed to make inciteful pronouncements in New Delhi, calling for the overthrow of the…
The Times of India · Jan 25 Hindu man burnt to death in Bangladesh A 23-year-old Hindu mechanic, Chanchal Chandra Bhowmik, was tragically burnt alive in his Narsingdi workshop after it was deliberately set ablaze while he slept. Despite assurances of minority protection, this planned arson, captured on CCTV, saw Chanchal trapped and unable to escape the flames. Police are investigating and forming a…
The Times of India · Jan 25 Sleeping Hindu man burnt to death in Bangladesh; body charred beyond recognition The man was asleep inside a garage when a fire broke out. While the blaze initially appeared accidental, CCTV footage from the area has raised suspicions of possible foul play. Narsingdi Superintendent of Police Abdullah Al Faruque told ANI that investigators are examining surveillance footage that shows suspicious movement near…
The Times of India · Jan 24 80 minority candidates in fray in Bangladesh polls A significant 80 candidates from religious and ethnic minority groups are vying for seats in Bangladesh's upcoming national election, with 12 running independently. While the ruling Awami League is absent, 22 parties, including BNP and Jamaat-e-Islami, have put forward 68 minority candidates. Notably, Jamaat-e-Islami has nominated its first-ever minority candidate.
The Independent UK · Jan 24 Scotland replace Bangladesh at T20 World Cup after boycott Scotland will replace Bangladesh after their request to play their matches outside of India was denied by the ICC
Whats Hot · Jan 23 ICC Set to Replace Bangladesh with Scotland After Deadline Missed The prolonged standoff between the International Cricket Council (ICC) and the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) appears to be nearing its end, with Bangladesh likely to be replaced at the ICC T20 World Cup. With the 24-hour deadline issued by the ICC now expired and no formal communication received from the…
Newslaundry · Jan 23 The bigger story in Kashmir is the media’s silence on action against its own The job of a journalist, in any part of India, is to observe, investigate, verify and report. But if you do precisely that in Kashmir, you are in big trouble. That is what journalists associated with major English language newspapers – Indian Express, Hindustan Times and The Hindu – found…
The Independent UK · Jan 22 Fire at Cox's Bazar refugee camp in Bangladesh destroyed homes and displaced thousands of Rohingya A massive fire this week has destroyed hundreds of makeshift homes in a Rohingya refugee camp in Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh, displacing more than 2,000 people
The Independent UK · Jan 22 Campaigning starts for Bangladesh's first national election after Hasina's ouster Campaigning has begun for Bangladesh’s elections next month
The Independent UK · Jan 21 Bangladesh rejected after request to relocate T20 World Cup 2026 matches out of India Scotland could replace Bangladesh at the tournament if they refuse to travel to India