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Former Bangladesh cricket captain Shakib Al Hasan's home attacked after participation in Sheikh Hasina's media interaction

Shakib Al Hasan's residence was targeted following his participation in Sheikh Hasina's media event. Hasina vowed to return to Bangladesh despite a death sentence hanging over her. Bangladesh has expressed disapproval of Hasina's media appearance and is pushing for her extradition from India, which is in the process of reviewing…

The Economic Times · Aug 6

‘People are crying for Sheikh Hasina to return’: Bangladesh rights leader Siddiqui

A human rights official claims Bangladesh faces a severe economic crisis and people want Sheikh Hasina back. He stated that millions of supporters await her return to the country by December. The official alleged the nation's GDP growth has sharply slowed, impacting jobs significantly. Many citizens are comparing the current…

The Economic Times · Aug 6

Video shows petrol bomb attack on Shakib Al Hasan’s home after Hasina’s Delhi presser

The house of former Bangladesh cricket captain Shakib Al Hasan in Magura was attacked on Wednesday evening, hours after he appeared virtually at a media interaction addressed by ousted former Bangladesh prime minister Sheikh Hasina from Delhi.

The Times of India · Aug 6

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Bangladesh accuses Sheikh Hasina of ‘venomous vitriol’ after New Delhi media address

Bangladesh's foreign ministry expressed outrage over Sheikh Hasina's media interaction in New Delhi. The ministry stated this event was an affront to Bangladesh's sovereignty and national dignity. Dhaka deeply regrets India permitted this public event despite prior concerns conveyed. Hasina announced her decision to return to Bangladesh in December, facing…

The Economic Times · Aug 6

Exiled PM vows to return to Bangladesh despite execution threat

Sheikh Hasina plans a December comeback two years after being ousted in a bloody uprising led by students

The Guardian - UK · Aug 5

'Tried to set it on fire': Shakib Al Hasan’s house attacked after he attends Hasina's presser

Hours after former Bangladesh cricket captain and ex-lawmaker Shakib Al Hasan attended a media interaction addressed by ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina in New Delhi, unidentified people allegedly attacked his house in Bangladesh's Magura district, police said.

The Times of India · Aug 5

Mob tries to set former cricketer’s house on fire after he attends press conference with ex-Bangladesh PM Hasina

Hasina announces that she plans to return to Bangladesh in December

The Independent UK · Aug 5

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'They didn't allow the truth to come out': Hasina attacks Bangladesh interim govt in first address after 2 years

Former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina alleges the interim government halted a judicial inquiry. She claims this move prevents the truth about July-August 2024 violence from emerging. Hasina stated the protests were an organized political campaign, not a student movement. She also noted widespread violence and attacks on government institutions occurred.…

The Economic Times · Aug 5

'Students emotionally manipulated': Sheikh Hasina on 'truth' behind protests that led to her ouster

Former Bangladesh prime minister Sheikh Hasina has claimed that "organised groups" hijacked the 2024 student protests and turned the movement into "instruments of violent political agitation." Revealing her version of the "truth" Hasina said that the August protests were used "create a path to power outside ballot box."

The Times of India · Aug 5

School Assembly News Headlines, August 6, 2026: Top national, international, business, sports updates and thought of the day

School Assembly News Headlines: The Lok Sabha in India has successfully passed a significant bill aimed at modernizing banking evidence laws, marking an important reform in the financial sector. In notable news, senior officials T.V. Somanathan and Govind Mohan have been granted one-year service extensions. Additionally, there's a concerning forecast…

The Economic Times · Aug 5

Ahead of Hasina's presser, Bangladesh warns TV channels against broadcasting her statements

Bangladesh has urged all media outlets not to broadcast or publish any statements by former prime minister Sheikh Hasina. The former Bangladesh PM is set to address a press conference on Wednesday evening.

The Times of India · Aug 5

Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman opens museum at Hasina's former residence, honours uprising martyrs

Dhaka inaugurated a memorial museum at Sheikh Hasina's former residence. This museum commemorates victims of the July-August 2024 student protests. Prime Minister Tarique Rahman unveiled the museum on August 5, 2024. The museum preserves artifacts and documents from the mass uprising. This site honors the sacrifices made during the violent…

The Economic Times · Aug 5

Bangladesh warns media against airing Sheikh Hasina's planned address from India

Bangladesh warned its media not to publicize Sheikh Hasina's upcoming virtual address. Hasina, exiled in India, faces a death sentence for past actions. Her aides confirmed the event will proceed despite Dhaka's concerns. India stated it has no involvement in the private media event. Dhaka continues seeking Hasina's extradition from…

The Economic Times · Aug 4

Bangladesh asks India to clarify stance on exiled former leader Sheikh Hasina’s planned speech

Ousted prime minister is due to deliver virtual address at a programme organised by Foreign Correspondents’ Club of South Asia in Delhi

The Independent UK · Aug 4

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The Economic Times · Aug 4

MEA says it is not involved with Bangladesh ex-PM Sheikh Hasina's virtual address

India on Tuesday said the event in New Delhi where former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina is scheduled to speak is being organised by a private entity and has no government involvement.

The Times of India · Aug 4

Bangladesh seeks India’s stand on Sheikh Hasina’s Aug 5 virtual address

Bangladesh seeks India's clarification on supporting Sheikh Hasina's upcoming virtual address. Dhaka wants assurances that Indian territory will not be used for political statements. The government fears such activities could destabilize Bangladesh and harm bilateral ties. India has previously indicated it does not expect fugitives to make political statements. No…

The Economic Times · Aug 3

Bangladesh urges India to prevent Sheikh Hasina from making political speeches from Indian territory

Bangladesh requested India's cooperation to stop political statements from its territory. The nation warned such actions could destabilize bilateral relations between the two countries. Dhaka reiterated its request for Sheikh Hasina's extradition to Bangladesh. Hasina, who fled to India, plans to return voluntarily around December. Her return follows a death…

The Economic Times · Aug 3

Ban on Bangladesh's Awami League is move against democracy: Taslima Nasreen

Exiled author Taslima Nasreen opposes the ban on Bangladesh's Awami League party. She criticizes the current political climate and the rise of religious fundamentalism. Nasreen also expressed concerns over minority persecution and the safety of women. She called for the release of Hindu monk Chinmoy Krishna Das. The author believes…

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The Times of India · Aug 2

Hasina may make her first public appearance this week since ouster

Exactly two years after her ouster from office, former Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina may make her first public appearance this week. Hasina is likely to virtually address an event at the foreign correspondents’ club of South Asia in New Delhi on Aug 5.

The Times of India · Aug 2

Sheikh Hasina ouster anniversary: Bangladesh issues nationwide alert over attack on police

Bangladesh Police issued a nationwide alert for potential attacks on law enforcement vehicles. Intelligence inputs warned of extremist threats ahead of an anniversary. Security measures have been intensified across the country for official vehicles. Recent bomb scares in Dhaka have also heightened security concerns. Authorities are investigating suspicious objects and…

The Times of India · Jul 30

Parliamentary committee seeks normalisation of visa operations in Bangladesh, govt says Hasina not allowed to undertake any political activity

A Parliamentary committee on external affairs expressed concern that reduced visa processing volumes for Bangladesh nationals and security-related disruptions may adversely affect public perception and impede people-to-people engagement, which is vital for fostering bilateral ties.

The Economic Times · Jul 30

Sheikh Hasina to be arrested immediately on return to Bangladesh, minister says

Bangladesh Law Minister Asaduzzaman stated Sheikh Hasina will likely face immediate arrest upon her return. She expressed determination to return home despite fearing for her life and potential imprisonment. Hasina's government was overthrown in August 2024, and she fled to India shortly after. She was later sentenced to death in…

The Times of India · Jul 29

'Currently reviewing': Bangladesh on PM Modi's invitation to Tarique Rahman for India visit

Bangladesh foreign minister Khalilur Rahman on Wednesday said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's invitation to Tarique Rahman to visit India for the upcoming 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi is under review currently.

The Times of India · Jul 29

Ousted PM Sheikh Hasina plans Bangladesh return: 'I may be killed, I may be sent to prison'

Ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina plans to return to Bangladesh by December. She is prepared to face arrest, imprisonment, or even execution upon her arrival. Hasina fled the country in August 2024 after widespread protests ended her rule. Her party faces repression and legal proceedings following the change in government.

The Economic Times · Jul 29

I may be killed, arrested or jailed: Sheikh Hasina vows Bangladesh return by December

Ousted Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina plans a December return to her country. She faces arrest, imprisonment, or even death, but insists the decision is hers. Hasina fled to India after a student-led uprising ended her fifteen-year rule. A Dhaka court convicted her of crimes against humanity and sentenced her…

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