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Bangladesh Islamists in Beijing

The Islamist leaders’ visit to Beijing comes at a time when the interim government in Bangladesh, headed by Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus, has been accused of targeting the minorities in the country…reports

November 28, 2024

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Bangladesh Hindu Crisis: Diaspora Appeals to Biden

The diaspora body also emphasised that Bangladesh has had a “long and tragic history of violence” against religious minorities, especially Hindus….reports Asian Lite News The Foundation for India and Indian Diaspora Studies

November 28, 2024

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‘Ensure saftey of minorities’

India expresses concern after the arrest of Hindu leader in Bangladesh on charges of sedition for allegedly disrespecting Bangladesh’s national flag in Chattogram’s New Market area …reports Asian Lite News Responding on the

November 27, 2024

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India Presses Dhaka on Hindu Priest Case

Condemning the shocking developments, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Tuesday that it has noted with “deep concern” the arrest and denial of bail to Das…reports Asian Lite News India

November 26, 2024

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Interim govt of Bangladesh to review Adani Group’s energy project

The statement added that the committee needed additional time to analyze other contracts, both solicited and unsolicited….reports Asian Lite News Bangladesh’s interim government has initiated a review of power agreements signed during

November 25, 2024

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Bangladesh’s new poll body sworn-in after Hasina’s ouster

Chief Justice Syed Refaat Ahmed administered the oath at the Supreme Court Judges’ Lounge, in the presence of top court judges and officials….reports Asian Lite News Bangladesh’s newly appointed Chief Election Commissioner

November 25, 2024

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Pakistan’s first direct cargo ship docks in Bangladesh since 1971

The direct shipment is expected to reduce commodity prices and expedite delivery times….reports Asian Lite News In a historic move signaling evolving relations, Pakistan’s first direct cargo ship to Bangladesh since the

November 21, 2024

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Bangladesh eyes 1.1b loan from ADB, World Bank

Mozumder said policies implemented by the interim administration have been positively received by donor agencies…reports Asian Lite News The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the World Bank will provide 600 million and

November 21, 2024

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Stop crackdowns on peaceful protests, US tells Dhaka

US State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller reiterated that the US supports the right to peaceful protest and opposes any government engagement…reports Asian Lite News The United States has clarified to Bangladesh that

November 19, 2024

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‘Trump to keep eye on Bangladesh situation’

Tarar emphasized that Trump is closely monitoring the situation, particularly following the ouster of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in August, which sparked protests and allegations of regular attacks on the minority Hindu

November 19, 2024

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