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Topic: Bangladesh

Bangladesh interim govt cancels 8 national holidays linked to Mujibur Rahman, nation’s liberation war

The interim govt led by Muhammad Yunus labelled the holidays declared by Sheikh Hasina govt as 'fascist, forceful'. Some have said the move 'diminishes history'.

India voices concern over incidents at Durga Puja events in Bangladesh. ‘Pattern of desecration’

The MEA in a statement called on Bangladesh govt to ensure safety of Hindus. This comes months after alleged attacks on minorities following ouster of Sheikh Hasina.

17 arrested, dozen cases of untoward incidents related to Durga Puja registered in Bangladesh

Bangladesh has a minority Hindu population, that has been at centre of attacks after the ouster of former PM Sheikh Hasina.

Crown of Kali gifted by PM Modi stolen from Bangladesh temple, New Delhi asks Dhaka to act quickly

The Indian high commission in Dhaka is in touch with local authorities to ensure the return of the crown gifted by Modi during a visit to Jeshoreshwari temple on 27 March, 2021.

An aspiring armyman, a science prodigy, a Messi fan—untold stories of student ‘murders’ in Bangladesh

Families navigate a long road to justice for their children killed in student protests that led to Sheikh Hasina’s ouster.

SubscriberWrites: Decoding India’s role in Bangladesh’s liberation: A diplomatic masterclass

Chandrashekhar Dasgupta’s insightful book dismantles myths about India’s involvement in the Bangladesh war, revealing a complex strategy and a focus on peace, not partition.

Indian industry in Bangladesh is staring at a void. New Delhi must give line of credit to Dhaka

For New Delhi, SAFTA and CEPA will be critical. Such frameworks could institutionalise economic ties with Bangladesh, making them resilient to political disruptions.


Bangladesh can’t afford another coup. Yunus govt must not trust all army officers with power

The former Chief Justice of Bangladesh was threatened by the military intelligence to leave the country. The army is no saint.

Indian High Commission in Dhaka, facing protests & threats, returns 20,000 visa applicants’ passports

India suspended visa services in Bangladesh last month. Only few hundred urgent requests including those for medical or student visas are being considered for now, it is learnt.

Islam doesn’t kill democracy. The army-Islam combo does

How come Indonesia, Malaysia, Turkey and Sri Lanka remain constitutional, democratic and stable despite Islam and Buddhism respectively, but Pakistan, Bangladesh and Myanmar don’t?

On Camera

India has 7.4% growth, but faltering tax revenue could have implications in coming fiscal year

In the first eight months of the current fiscal year, New Delhi’s net tax intake didn’t even hit the halfway mark of what it expects to collect by March 31.

Grounded no more: Andhra govt revives no-frills Dagadarthi airport near Nellore to boost south coast link

As Visakhapatnam readies a mega airport, the Andhra Pradesh government has revived its shelved Dagadarthi project, aiming to boost cargo and connectivity on the south coast.

Army chief lambasts Chinese infra push in Shaksgam Valley. ‘We consider it illegal action’

Speaking at annual press conference, Army chief reiterated that India does not recognise 1963 Sino-Pakistan border pact under which Pakistan illegally ceded Shaksgam Valley to China.

Thank you Donald Trump, again. India now has reason to shed fear of trade deals and risky reform

UK, EFTA already in the bag and EU on the way, many members of RCEP except China signed up, and even restrictions on China being lifted, India has changed its mind on trade.