Bangladesh

Who is Tarique Rahman, set to return to Bangladesh for polls? What does his return mean?

Tarique Rahman, the de facto chief of the Bangladesh National Party (BNP) and son of former prime minister Khaleda Zia, has said his return to the country is imminent ahead of next year’s polls. Rahman, 59, has been in self-imposed exile in London for nearly two decades

'Issues related to Sheikh Hasina need consultations with Bangladesh,' says Misri

Months after Hasina fled to New Delhi seeking exile amid anti-government protests in August 2024, the Bangladesh government formally requested her extradition on December 23, 2024

India favours 'free, fair and participatory' elections held 'at the earliest' in Bangladesh: Misri

India reaffirmed its strong support for free, fair, and inclusive elections in Bangladesh, calling for them to be held at the earliest possible time. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri stressed that India will work with whichever government emerges from the democratic process.

BNP chief Khaleda Zia's exiled son Tarique Rahman to return after 17 years for Bangladesh elections

After 17 years of exile in London, Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) chief Khaleda Zia's son Tarique Rahman will return to the country to take part in elections scheduled to be held in February 2026.

‘False, baseless’: India rejects Bangladesh’s charge over Chittagong Hill unrest

India has slammed Bangladeshi interim regime's accusation as 'false' and 'baseless' that said India could be behind ethnic unrest in the country's Chittagong hills region. At least four people have been killed and hundreds of families have been forced to flee for safety in ongoing tensions there.

Rubya Haider, bowlers help Bangladesh thrash Pakistan, begin ICC Women's World Cup on winning note

Rubya Haider struck an unbeaten 77 to rescue Bangladesh from a shaky start after Marufa Akter's twin strike in the first over of the match as well as contributions from Shorna Akter (3/5) and Nahida Akter (2/19) helped bowl Pakistan out for just 129 in their ICC Women's World Cup match in Colombo.

Bangladesh leader Yunus criticizes India for hosting Sheikh Hasina | Vantage with Palki Sharma

Bangladesh’s interim leader Muhammad Yunus has launched a sharp criticism of India for extending an invitation to Sheikh Hasina after she was removed from office last year. Yunus went further, accusing Indian media outlets of circulating false narratives about the internal situation in Bangladesh. His remarks have sparked a fresh debate on the fragile ties between Dhaka and New Delhi. What is driving Yunus to take this confrontational stand against India, and how will it impact the regional balance of power? Palki Sharma analyses the story.

Yunus Government faces major economic crisis in Bangladesh | Vantage with Palki Sharma | N18G

Bangladesh is battling its worst economic downturn in decades. Mounting bad loans and years of poor management have pushed the nation’s growth into serious trouble. As the financial crisis deepens, questions are being raised about interim ruler Muhammad Yunus and his role in the slowdown. Palki Sharma brings you the full story.

'Can't let extremists take over the world': European activists warn Bangladesh, Pakistan

Erik Selle, leader of the Christian Conservative Party in Norway, expressed concern over the persecution of religious minorities in Bangladesh, such as Hindus and Christians, and drew attention to the suffering of women in Pakistan, particularly in Balochistan

'Yunus is Pakistani': Sheikh Hasina supporters protest Bangladesh CA visit at UN, raise 'go to Pakistan' slogan

Several Bangladeshis protested outside the UN headquarters in New York on Friday against chief adviser Muhammad Yunus, accusing him of persecuting minorities. The demonstrators, many of them supporters of ousted PM Sheikh Hasina, raised slogans and carried banners denouncing Yunus and his government.