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The Latest Breaking News from Bangladesh

Why billions of people could miss out on watching the World Cup

Fifa is yet to secure broadcasting agreements in China, India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Thailand, and Myanmar

The Independent UK

Bangladesh approves project to 'negate negative impact' of India's Farakka Barrage

Bangladesh has approved a major project to construct a barrage on the Padma River. This initiative aims to mitigate the adverse effects of India's Farakka Barrage upstream. The project's first phase is estimated to cost over USD 280 million. Officials state the barrage is in Bangladesh's national interest. Discussions on…

The Economic Times

West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari sworn-in as MLA in Legislative Assembly

Suvendu Adhikari took oath as West Bengal Chief Minister following a significant BJP win. He bowed to the assembly steps before entering. The new government's first cabinet meeting resolved to transfer land to the Border Security Force for fencing the India-Bangladesh border. This move aims to address illegal infiltration. The…

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Nahid Rana takes 5 wickets as Bangladesh beats Pakistan by 104 runs in 1st test

Nahid Rana's career-best 5-40 powered Bangladesh to a commanding 104-run victory over Pakistan in the first test. Chasing 268, Pakistan crumbled to 163 all out, with Rana's devastating spell after tea proving decisive. Bangladesh had earlier declared their second innings at 240-9, setting the challenging target.

The Economic Times

Summon envoy over Muslims' persecution, demands Jamaat

Following BJP's victories in Assam and West Bengal, allies of Bangladesh's Jamaat-e-Islami are alleging ongoing persecution of Muslims across the border. They claim "anti-Bangladesh" forces will continue to spread provocation and communalism. While some opposition groups demand Dhaka summon the Indian envoy, the ruling BNP emphasizes a neighborly relationship with…

The Times of India

Can't intimidate us with barbed wire, says Bangladesh, puts border force on alert

Bangladesh's foreign affairs adviser stated the nation will not be intimidated by border fencing, questioning the new West Bengal government's approach to governance. Dhaka warned of action against "push-back" incidents and asserted it would not remain silent if killings along the border continue, while Border Guard Bangladesh remains on high…

The Times of India

CIL's April coal auction quantity drops 6% vs March to 30.5 MT

Coal India Limited offered 30.5 million tonnes of coal in April auctions. This marks a slight decrease from March. Global energy prices are high due to West Asia tensions. Power plants are increasing coal use for energy security. Coal India is also allowing buyers from Bangladesh, Bhutan, and Nepal to…

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Bangladesh can be a referee between India, China, but not football: Tarique aide

DHAKA: Bangladesh will not be a “football” between India and China, PM Tarique Rahman’s foreign affairs adviser Humaiun Kobir has said, stressing on a ‘Bangladesh first policy’, maintaining ties with major global powers, including India, China and the US. His remarks come as Dhaka looks at balancing bilateral relations with…

The Times of India

Bangladesh HC rejects detained Hindu monk's bail plea

Bangladesh High Court rejected a bail plea for Hindu monk Chinmoy Krishna Das in a lawyer's killing case. He is already facing trial for sedition, having been denied bail previously. The court will hear bail petitions for four other cases against the monk on Monday.

The Times of India

East India’s Hindutva turn may fuel a new era of India-Bangladesh hostility

Of all the implications of the BJP’s famous victory in West Bengal, the one that stands out from a longer historical perspective is perhaps its relation to the “idea of India”.

Newslaundry

Bangladesh seeks China support for Teesta restoration project

DHAKA: The Tarique Rahman-led Bangladesh govt has sought China’s “involvement and support” for the Teesta restoration project, a move that risks clouding New Delhi-Dhaka relations, as the latter pushes India to work towards implementing the 2011 Teesta water-sharing treaty blocked by outgoing West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee.

The Times of India

'Can a neighbor hear a gunshot?': Chilling forensic details emerge in murders of two Bangladeshi students in US

The alleged murder case of two Bangladeshi students in the US took a grisly turn after Nahida Sultana Bristy's body was found and the investigators gave minute details of how they cracked the case of the mysterious disappearance of two students from the campus of the University of South Florida.…

The Times of India

Weather tracker: Cold spells in Greece and Turkey, and storms in Bangladesh

High winds have hit the South Aegean and heavy rain has fallen in Turkey, but Central Europe has felt summer heat

The Guardian - UK

For foreign workers in Mideast, risk from Iran war collides with economic strain at home

A missile strike in the Mideast killed Mohammad Abdullah Al Mamun, a Bangladeshi migrant worker, highlighting the perilous situation for millions in the Gulf. These workers, vital to Gulf economies, face a stark choice between high wages and the risks of conflict, with many unable to return home due to…

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For foreign workers in the Mideast, risk from the Iran war collides with economic strain at home

For millions of foreign workers in the Mideast, the Iran war has made life even more precarious

The Times of India

Bangladesh MP flags possible refugee crisis from India

A Bangladeshi MP warns of a potential Muslim refugee influx from India, citing regional conspiracies possibly linked to recent elections in Assam and West Bengal. He drew parallels to Rohingya arrivals and cited remarks about expelling illegal Bangladeshis. Concerns were also raised about ongoing border killings and potential "push-in" situations,…

The Independent UK

Sheriff identifies body found in Tampa Bay as 2nd missing student from Bangladesh

A Florida sheriff says a body found in Tampa Bay has been identified as the second missing University of South Florida doctoral student from Bangladesh

The Times of India

Bangladesh summons Indian envoy to protest remarks by Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma

Bangladesh summoned India's acting High Commissioner to protest remarks by Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, stressing the need to avoid comments that could harm bilateral ties. Dhaka conveyed its displeasure, describing the statements as disparaging to Bangladesh-India relations and highlighting the counterproductive nature of statements straining ties.

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The Independent UK

Father shields child underneath moving train in Bangladesh

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Moment train thunders over father shielding baby who fell on to tracks

Dramatic footage shows the moment that a father shielded his child and himself underneath a moving train in Bangladesh after the infant fell on the tracks.

The Times of India

Bangladesh’s first N-power plant starts fuel loading

Dhaka: Bangladesh on Tuesday entered the era of nuclear power generation as its Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant began fuel loading in its VVER-1200 reactor - the latest Russian Gen III+ pressurised water reactor technology that India too is looking at for its future nuclear power projects, including for new units…

The Times of India

Hindu temple caretaker in Bangladesh found hanging from tree, probe under way

A Hindu temple caretaker in southeastern Bangladesh, Nayan Sadhu, was found dead hanging from a tree three days after he went missing. Police recovered his decomposed body and are investigating whether it was a murder or suicide, with community leaders suspecting foul play due to the circumstances.

The Independent UK

Roommate charged with killing two University of South Florida doctoral students after one was found dead

Zamil Limon and Nahida Bristy, both 27 and from Bangladesh, were last seen on April 16

The Independent UK

Roommate charged with two counts of murder in death, disappearance of two USF students

Authorities have filed murder charges against the roommate of a Bangladeshi doctoral student who disappeared with his girlfriend from the University of South Florida

The Independent UK

At least 194 children dead in just over a month as Bangladesh grapples with deadly measles outbreak

Bangladesh has experienced a marked increase in measles cases since January this year, says WHO

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