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Topic: Bangladesh

Bangladesh anti-quota protests now out of control—‘Razakar’ vs dictator debate has split nation

‘If not Hasina, who’ has been a standard response from the PM’s supporters. But now that students say they’d much prefer ‘Razakars’ over a dictator like her, it’s time for the PM to take stock of the narrative.

TV news off air, communications disrupted amidst student protests in Bangladesh

Authorities had cut some mobile services Thursday to try to quell the unrest but the disruption spread across the country Friday morning.

India advises its citizens in Bangladesh to ‘minimise’ movement as Hasina govt grapples with protests

At least 6 have been killed in protests across Bangladesh against Sheikh Hasina-led Awami League administration’s stand on 30% quota for families of freedom fighters in govt jobs.

Bangladesh shuts universities, colleges indefinitely after anti-quota student protests kill 6

Amid high unemployment, students are rallying against 30% reservation in govt jobs for freedom fighters of the 1971 war.

Daughter’s illness or friction with Beijing? Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina cuts China trip short

Hasina ended her Beijing trip ahead of schedule citing daughter’s ill health. Bangladesh signed 21 deals with China before she left, but failed to secure the much-needed financial aid.

Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina meets China’s Xi Jinping, both countries sign 21 agreements, MoUs

Xi said China will help Bangladesh economically in four ways by giving grants, interest-free loans, concessional loans and commercial loans.

Are Bangladesh youth done with 1971 legacy? Anti-quota student protests question old ideas

Students question why jobs are given to those who flaunt their parents’ sacrifices over their own merit.

Homes swept away, schools shut, knee-deep water — Bangladesh floods force thousands to seek shelter

According to authorities, 40,000 people are taking refuge at government shelters & more than 600 medical teams have been formed to treat flood victims.

Jahanara Imam didn’t need a gun to fight for Bangladesh’s freedom. She had her diary

Imam documented the events of the Bangladesh Liberation War in her diary, which was later published as Ekattorer Dinguli. It's one of the most crucial historico-literary documents of the war.

Water-sharing talks with Bangladesh without consulting Bengal not acceptable, Mamata writes to Modi

Renewal of India-Bangladesh Ganga Water Treaty was discussed during Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina's visit last week. It would have huge implications for people of West Bengal, writes CM.

On Camera

Iran protests and the moral confusion of Liberals

The revolts in Iran are too massive to be ignored. But you have to ask yourself: why did it take so long?

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.

Oreshnik, ATACMS & Storm Shadow: All about the missiles Russia and Ukraine are firing

Both the Russian and Ukrainian militaries are leaning on drones, but they’re also firing cruise and ballistic missiles, some of them relatively new and experimental.

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.