Category: Asia

Armed Robbers Attack Ambulance Carrying Deceased in Brahmanbaria, Injuring Nine

May 23, 2025

Brahmanbaria, Bangladesh – In a shocking incident that has drawn widespread outrage, a group of armed robbers ambushed an ambulance transporting a deceased man late Thursday night in the Nasirnagar upazila of Brahmanbaria. The robbers blocked the road by felling a tree and assaulted the grieving family members, leaving nine injured— including a woman and […]

College Girl Blackmailed via WhatsApp: Forced to Hand Over Gold and Cash Worth Over Tk 3.1 Million

May 23, 2025

In a disturbing case of online exploitation, a college student from Chattogram, Bangladesh, fell victim to blackmail after exchanging photos over WhatsApp. The perpetrator, posing as a friend, manipulated the girl into handing over gold ornaments and money worth over Tk 3.1 million (approx. £22,000). Incident Overview Timeline Details 2.5 months ago Shafayet Ullah, a […]

Robbery Protest Meeting in Bhairab Disrupted by Fresh Mugging Incident

May 23, 2025

Bhairab, Kishoreganj – 23 May 2025 — In a deeply ironic and alarming turn of events, a citizen-led protest meeting against rising street robberies in Bhairab was interrupted when a woman burst into the gathering, weeping and claiming she had just fallen victim to yet another mugging. The protest was organised in response to the […]

“Pay Tk 500,000 Within 24 Hours or Face Six Bullets”: Extortion Threat in Kumarkhali

May 23, 2025

Kushtia, 23 May 2025 — A chilling extortion threat has shaken the quiet township of Kumarkhali in Kushtia, as a former Awami League leader and local timber businessman reportedly received multiple anonymous phone calls demanding a sum of Tk 500,000 within 24 hours. The caller allegedly warned that failure to comply would result in six […]

Army Releases List of 626 Individuals Sheltered in Barracks Following July Uprising

May 22, 2025

Dhaka, Thursday: In the aftermath of the July 2024 uprising, the Bangladesh Army has clarified its role in temporarily sheltering 626 individuals within various military barracks across the country. The primary motivation, according to an official statement issued today by the Inter-Services Public Relations Directorate (ISPR), was humanitarian: to protect lives at risk due to the […]

Internet Service Providers Association of Bangladesh (ISPAB) Election Voting Completed, Awaiting Results

May 17, 2025

Dhaka, Bangladesh – The voting process for the Internet Service Providers Association of Bangladesh (ISPAB) Executive Committee election for the 2025-2027 term has been successfully completed. The counting of votes is currently underway. The election took place at the Shaheed Abu Saeed International Conference Centre, Minto Road, Dhaka, running continuously from 10:00 AM until 4:30 […]

Plunging Stock Market Reflects Waning Confidence in Interim Government

May 17, 2025

The state of Bangladesh’s stock market has remained disappointing this year, continuing a downward trend observed over the past three years. Despite a brief surge following the recent political shift, the market’s momentum quickly dissipated. In the past nine months, the benchmark DSEX index of the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) has shed 1,235 points, while […]

No Need for Panic Over US Tariffs: Dr. Debapriya Bhattacharya

May 17, 2025

Dr. Debapriya Bhattacharya, a distinguished fellow at the Dhaka-based think tank Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD), has emphasised that there is no need for unnecessary fear or panic regarding US tariffs. Speaking at a seminar titled “US Reciprocal Tariffs and Bangladesh’s Action Plan” organised by the Dhaka Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DCCI) on 17th […]

Mass Protest by Mosque-Based Child and Mass Education Project Workers

May 17, 2025

Thousands of mosque-based child and mass education project workers, including officers, caretakers, and teachers under the Islamic Foundation, staged a protest at Sher-e-Bangla Nagar in Dhaka, blocking Planning Ministry officials. The protest is centred around their demands for outstanding salaries, allowances, and Eid bonuses. Event Protest for Outstanding Salaries and Eid Bonuses Location Sher-e-Bangla Nagar, […]

Asif Declared Unwelcome at DSCC Nagar Bhaban by Ishraq Supporters

May 17, 2025

Supporters of Ishraq Hossain have been staging a sit-in in front of the Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC) Nagar Bhaban for three consecutive days, protesting the delay in handing over the mayoral responsibilities to Ishraq, despite a court verdict and official gazette notification. Key Details Description Event Sit-in Protest at DSCC Nagar Bhaban Location DSCC […]

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Category: Asia

Armed Robbers Attack Ambulance Carrying Deceased in Brahmanbaria, Injuring Nine

College Girl Blackmailed via WhatsApp: Forced to Hand Over Gold and Cash Worth Over Tk 3.1 Million

Robbery Protest Meeting in Bhairab Disrupted by Fresh Mugging Incident

“Pay Tk 500,000 Within 24 Hours or Face Six Bullets”: Extortion Threat in Kumarkhali

Army Releases List of 626 Individuals Sheltered in Barracks Following July Uprising

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Plunging Stock Market Reflects Waning Confidence in Interim Government

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Mass Protest by Mosque-Based Child and Mass Education Project Workers

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