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‘I May Be Killed, But I Will Return’: Sheikh Hasina

Sheikh Hasina vows to return to Bangladesh despite risks of arrest or violence, while urging the US to support inclusive elections and democratic institutions….reports Asian Lite News Desk Former Bangladesh Prime Minister

October 20, 2026

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Hasina’s Son Alleges US Role in Bangladesh Ouster

Sheikh Hasina’s son Sajeeb Wazed Joy alleges US involvement in Bangladesh’s 2024 political upheaval, but his claims have not been independently verified….reports Asian Lite News Desk Sajeeb Wazed Joy, son of former

October 20, 2026

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Bangladesh Receives New Indian Coaches Under Railway Modernisation Plan

Bangladesh is set to receive 18 broad-gauge railway coaches manufactured in India, with the first consignment due to arrive through the Darshana border on Friday…reports Asian Lite News Desk Bangladesh is set

October 16, 2026

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Bangladesh Awami League Leader Dies in Custody, Probe Sought

An Awami League leader has died in custody in Bangladesh, prompting the party to demand an independent probe into his detention and medical treatment…reports Asian Lite News Desk Another Awami League leader

October 16, 2026

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IMF Cuts Bangladesh Growth Forecast to 3.2% for FY27

The IMF cuts Bangladesh’s FY27 growth forecast to 3.2% and projects 10.9% inflation, while India is expected to grow by 7% in FY27 and FY28….reports Asian Lite News Desk The International Monetary

October 14, 2026

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Bangladesh Child Trafficking Report Exposes Alleged Online Sales

Bangladesh faces concerns over child trafficking and irregular adoption as an investigation finds online advertisements, alleged payments and gaps in child protection….reports Asian Lite News Desk Bangladesh is facing growing concerns over

October 14, 2026

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‘You Terrorist’: Bangladeshi Expatriates Confront Yunus at JFK Airport

Former Bangladesh interim government chief Muhammad Yunus faced angry accusations from Bangladeshi expatriates at New York’s JFK Airport….reports Asian Lite News Desk Muhammad Yunus, former head of Bangladesh’s interim government, faced an

October 13, 2026

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Price of overdependence on China: Dhaka’s hesitation to join Pax Silica Initiative

Bangladesh must also consider the US, its largest export market, which imports over $9 billion worth of its products. A major digital deal with China could strain ties with Washington and potentially

October 11, 2026

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Economic tide is turning in Bangladesh

If there is one thing that can bring some comfort to the struggling Bangladeshi economy, it is good relations with India. Bangladesh should remember that Delhi’s backing, through easy supplies of essentials

October 9, 2026

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Vaccine Delays Fuel Bangladesh Measles Outbreak

More than 32,000 suspected cases and over 250 deaths have been reported since mid-March, with children making up most of the fatalities….reports Asian Lite News Desk Bangladesh’s measles outbreak has intensified, with

October 8, 2026

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