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Topic: Bangladesh

Bangladesh journalist Rozina Islam held under colonial-era official secrecy law gets bail

Rozina Islam was arrested on Monday for allegedly using her cellphone without permission to photograph documents related to govt negotiations to buy Covid vaccines.

Bangladesh drops ‘except Israel’ from new passports, but no change in stance on Palestine

Bangladesh’s new passports won’t have the words ‘valid in all countries except Israel’. Israel welcomes move, urges Bangladesh to normalise diplomatic ties.

Bangladesh journalist Rozina Islam held for ‘espionage’, could face up to 14 yrs in jail or death

Rozina Islam was detained late Monday under Bangladesh's ‘Official Secrets Act’ for allegedly stealing confidential documents. She recently reported on mismanagement in health sector.

Bangladesh has shown courage against Chinese bullying but Sri Lanka still lacks it

When it comes to dealing with countries in Asia, Beijing does not seem to need a diplomatic veneer anymore.

Big apparel brands need to ensure Bangladeshi factories remain safe for workers

After the Rana Plaza incident, global apparel brands entered into safety agreements with local factories, but one accord expired in 2018 and the other is expected to end on 31 May.

US took note of China’s warning to Bangladesh against joining Quad, top official says

China's ambassador in Dhaka warned Bangladesh Monday that joining the anti-Beijing 'club' would result in 'substantial damage' to bilateral relations.

China warns Bangladesh of ‘substantial damage’ to relations if it joins US-led Quad alliance

Bangladesh Foreign Minister said Dhaka maintains a non-aligned and balanced foreign policy and it will decide what to do according to those principles.

26 killed as overloaded boat capsizes after collision with sand-laden vessel in Bangladesh

Five people were rescued & searches are underway as more people are feared missing after a boat, allegedly driven by an inexperienced underage boy, capsized at Banglabazar ferry ghat.

Remember Bangladesh garment factory collapse? Compliance is still a charade 8 yrs later

The Rana Plaza collapse, which killed more than 1,100 garment workers, briefly shone a spotlight on the underbelly of the global fashion business.

Bangladesh closes border with India for 2 weeks in view of Covid surge

Bangladesh Foreign Minister AK Abdul Momen, however, said goods-laden vehicles would be allowed to operate between both countries.

On Camera

Why Modi’s supporters fear ‘proud Hindu’ MK Gandhi and venerate his murderer Godse

Every Gandhi Jayanti, we witness a contradiction in Hindutva position — PM Modi hails ‘beloved Bapu’ while his supporters attack and abuse him.

Nodal officers to fast-tracking NOCs, Kerala govt’s heeding investor concerns, and it means business

As many as 21 policy reforms are under implementation following Invest Kerala Global Summit, as LDF govt works to change perception that the state is not conducive to businesses.

Finnish giant ICEYE to build signature radar microsatellites in India, offers full control to govt

Company builds microsatellites that are smaller, faster, cheaper to produce. ICEYE will develop & launch micro-satellites, hand them over to India, which will have full control & sovereignty.

Something’s hidden in the Oval Office photo of Trump, Munir, Sharif. India must look closely

What Munir has achieved with Trump is a return to normal, ironing out the post-Abbottabad crease. The White House picture gives us insight into how Pakistan survives, occasionally thrives and thinks.