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Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh at an official event.

“India wants good relations with neighbors, Bangladesh no exception”: Rajnath Singh

March 9, 2025

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has reaffirmed India’s commitment to maintaining strong and friendly relations with Bangladesh, just as it does with all its neighboring countries. “India always wants to maintain good relations with its neighbors, and Bangladesh is no exception. Former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee used to say that we can change friends, […]

Young Bangladeshi girl in a red shawl holding a doll, symbolizing childhood amid child marriage concerns.

Bangladesh Has Asia’s Highest Child Marriage Rate: UNICEF Report

March 9, 2025

Bangladesh has the highest child marriage rate in Asia, with 51% of women aged 20-24 having been married before turning 18, according to a new report released on International Women’s Day. The report, “Girl Goals: What Has Changed for Girls? Adolescent Girls’ Rights Over 30 Years,” was conducted by UNICEF, UN Women, and Plan International. […]

Students and teachers protesting against rape and violence against women in Bangladesh.

Nationwide Protests Demand Justice for Rape Victims as Students and Teachers Rally Across Universities

March 9, 2025

Teachers and students staged protests across the country today, demanding justice for rape victims and capital punishment for rapists. Demonstrations took place at Dhaka University and several other institutions, reflecting growing outrage over recent sexual violence cases. At Dhaka University (DU), protesters gathered at the Oporajeyo Bangla sculpture at 11:00 AM, where teachers and students […]

Multi-story residence of former MP Joaherul Islam in Tangail.

Joint Forces Clear Occupied Home of Former MP in Tangail

March 9, 2025

Law enforcement agencies have cleared the residence of Joaherul Islam, general secretary of Tangail district Awami League and a former Member of Parliament, after it was illegally occupied by a group led by a self-proclaimed student activist. A joint operation by the army and police, led by Sadar Upazila Assistant Commissioner (Land) Ruhul Amin Sharif, […]

Stacks of smart National ID cards ready for distribution by the Bangladesh Election Commission.

EC to Resume Distribution of Smart National ID Cards from April

March 9, 2025

The Election Commission (EC) of Bangladesh has decided to resume the distribution of smart National Identity (NID) cards from April 12, following the completion of the ongoing voter list update program. The directive was issued during a recent monthly coordination meeting of the EC, according to officials. Brigadier General Mohammad Azizur Rahman Siddiqui, Project Director […]

MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal addresses a press briefing.

India Backs Inclusive Elections in Bangladesh: MEA Spokesperson

March 8, 2025

India has reaffirmed its support for inclusive and democratic elections in Bangladesh, while also expressing concern over the deteriorating law and order situation, particularly the safety of minorities. Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal, in a weekly briefing on Friday, underscored India’s position: “We support a stable, peaceful, inclusive, and progressive Bangladesh in […]

US made “great mistakes” During 1/11 by focusing more on elections: Former Diplomat

March 8, 2025

The United States made significant mistakes during Bangladesh’s 2007-08 caretaker government period by prioritizing elections over necessary reforms and failing to listen to people, former US diplomat Jon Danilowicz has said. “Broadly speaking, I am the first to acknowledge that the United States made great mistakes in the 2007 to 2008 period,” Danilowicz said today […]

Attacks on Women Contradict Vision of “New Bangladesh”: Chief Adviser Yunus

March 8, 2025

Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus has said the recent reports of attacks on women are “deeply concerning” and a direct contradiction to the vision of a “New Bangladesh”. Speaking at an event marking International Women’s Day at Dhaka’s Osmani Memorial Auditorium today, Prof Yunus reaffirmed the government’s commitment to ensuring equal rights for men and […]

UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk speaking at an event, with a UN flag in the background.

“Warned Bangladesh Army, Saw Changes in Response”: UN Rights Chief

March 7, 2025

During the July Uprising, United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk warned the Bangladesh Army that any involvement in the violence could lead to a ban from UN peacekeeping missions. Türk revealed this in a recent interview, saying that the warning played a role in shaping the military’s response. Speaking on BBC’s HARDtalk […]

Protesters from the banned group Hizb ut-Tahrir march with banners in Dhaka as police intervene.

Police Use Tear Gas, Batons to Disperse Hizb ut-Tahrir Procession in Dhaka

March 7, 2025

Police used batons, tear gas, and sound grenades to disperse a march organized by the banned group Hizb ut-Tahrir in Dhaka’s Baitul Mukarram area this afternoon. Several members of the outfit were detained at the scene, according to reports. Around 1,000 Hizb ut-Tahrir activists gathered for the demonstration, part of their “March for Khilafat” program, […]

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Category: Asia

“India wants good relations with neighbors, Bangladesh no exception”: Rajnath Singh

Bangladesh Has Asia’s Highest Child Marriage Rate: UNICEF Report

Nationwide Protests Demand Justice for Rape Victims as Students and Teachers Rally Across Universities

Joint Forces Clear Occupied Home of Former MP in Tangail

EC to Resume Distribution of Smart National ID Cards from April

India Backs Inclusive Elections in Bangladesh: MEA Spokesperson

US made “great mistakes” During 1/11 by focusing more on elections: Former Diplomat

Attacks on Women Contradict Vision of “New Bangladesh”: Chief Adviser Yunus

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Police Use Tear Gas, Batons to Disperse Hizb ut-Tahrir Procession in Dhaka

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