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Bans and boycotts: The troubled history of Bangladesh’s elections

Since independence in 1971, only a handful of the country’s elections have been considered ‘free and fair’.

Al Jazeera

‘Dummy’ candidates, coerced voting: Inside Bangladesh’s election ‘charade’

Amid opposition boycott, ruling party accused of fielding ‘dummies’ and threatening people to show up on voting day.

Al Jazeera

Sheikh Hasina once fought for democracy in Bangladesh. Her critics say she now threatens it

The elections in Bangladesh are all about one person: Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina

The Independent UK

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Ahead of election, focus turns to Sheikh Hasina’s foreign affairs team

With Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina poised for the upcoming election in Bangladesh, there are speculations about a new diplomatic team that may take charge if she is re-elected which looks highly likely in the current circumstances. During the recent years Ms. Hasina has engaged all the regional and global development…

The Hindu

Bangladesh capital most polluted as toxic smog engulfs South Asian cities

Capitals of India and Bangladesh see thick layers of toxic smog, ‘very poor’ air quality as normal lives are affected.

Al Jazeera

Fading Colours: Bangladesh's Threatened Rickshaw Art

Vibrant greens and swirling yellows, film stars, birds and architecture: Bangladesh's bicycle rickshaw drivers have for decades used their transport as a unique moving canvas of urban folk art.

International Business Times

Bangladesh War of Liberation is the bedrock of its ties with India, says Indian envoy

India stands ready to walk together with Bangladesh in realising Dhaka’s vision of a stable, progressive and prosperous nation, the Indian envoy in Dhaka has said

The Hindu

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Megacities: life in the cities home to more than 10 million people – photo essay

From Tokyo to Cairo, 10 photographers around the world have captured a snapshot of life in their cities for the National Gallery of Victoria’s Triennial

The Guardian - AU

Kissinger, Nixon ‘helped’ Pakistan in 1971, documents from U.S. Archive reveal

U.S. President Richard Nixon and National security Adviser Henry Kissinger broke American arms ban on Pakistan and ensured Islamabad received air support from third countries.

The Hindu

Bangladesh battles record dengue deaths as disease pattern changes

Densely populated country faces worst-ever outbreak in history, with over 1,500 dead and hospitals packed to the brim.

Al Jazeera

From a coma to captaining Bangladesh: Jamal Bhuyan’s football journey

Bhuyan talks to Al Jazeera about his rise to stardom in Bangladesh, his move to Argentina, and World Cup qualifiers.

Al Jazeera

Bangladesh garment workers fighting for pay face brutal violence and threats

Workers describe hands and arms being targeted in ‘merciless’ beatings as protests over low wages turn increasingly violent in Dhaka

The Guardian - UK

Protests and clashes continue in Bangladesh over garment workers' wage demands

Bangladesh's garment worker unions have rejected a 56 percent minimum wage increase made by a government-appointed board on Tuesday, saying it doesn't cover basic living expenses. On Wednesday, clashes with police erupted in a garment industry hub on the outskirts of Dhaka, leading to the death of one worker. In…

France 24

Thousands of Bangaleh's garment factory workers protest demanding better wages

Thousands of garment factory workers have taken to the streets of Bangladesh’s capital, Dhaka, and the industrial district of Gazipur to demand better wages

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2 die in Bangladesh as police clash with opposition supporters seeking prime minister's resignation

Police have clashed with opposition supporters in Bangladesh as the main opposition Bangladesh Nationalist Party enforces a three-day transport blockade to demand the resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina

The Independent UK

Bangladesh's ruling party holds rally to denounce 'violent opposition protests' ahead of elections

Thousands of supporters of Bangladesh’s ruling Awami League party held a rally in the capital, Dhaka, to denounce what they called violence by the main opposition party as tensions soar ahead of the elections expected in January

The Independent UK

Bangladesh top court commutes death sentences of 7 militants to life in prison for 2016 cafe attack

Bangladesh’s High Court has commuted the death sentences of seven Islamic militants to life in prison for their role in a 2016 attack on a cafe in the capital, Dhaka, that killed 20 people, mostly foreigners

The Hindu

Modi, Hasina to jointly inaugurate cross-border rail project on November 1

PM Modi and Bangladesh PM Hasina to jointly inaugurate Agartala-Akhaura Cross Border Rail Link Project. Trial run on Monday. 15 km link boosts trade & reduces travel time between Agartala & Kolkata via Dhaka to 10 hours

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Bangladesh police arrest a key opposition leader amid growing national tension

Authorities in Bangladesh arrested a key opposition figure from the Bangladesh Nationalist Party on Sunday and sent him to prison after hours of detention. The party had called for a nationwide strike after violent clashes with security forces a day earlier.

Al Jazeera

Bangladesh opposition leader Alamgir detained after antigovernment rally

Detention of Bangladesh National Party leader comes ahead of general elections set for early next year.

The Hindu

BAN vs NED | Coach Ryan Cook’s inputs on the Bangladesh side will help us: Netherlands captain Scott Edwards

Taskin Ahmed believes Bangladesh can still qualify for the WC semis despite losing 4 out of 5 matches. He admits team's batting and bowling not up to mark but Shakib Al Hasan's break to train in Dhaka did not affect morale

The Independent UK

At least 15 killed and many injured when 2 trains collide in central Bangladesh

A cargo train has hit a passenger train outside the Bangladeshi capital Dhaka, leaving at least 15 people dead and scores injured

The Guardian - UK

‘Only the rich can bear this heat’: how Dhaka is battling extreme weather

As high temperatures hit the poor hardest, climate change may undo years of development gains, says Asia’s first heat officer

The Hindu

Ronaldinho to make maiden visit to Kolkata mid-October

Ronaldinho to visit Kolkata for Durga Puja. He'll meet CM Banerjee, learn cricket from Sourav Ganguly, interact with sponsors, promote football, play charity match, and unveil pandals. He'll arrive Oct 16 and stay two days before heading to Dhaka. Samba Magic awaits!

Dynamite News

India, Bangladesh conclude 15th Joint Working Group on Trade Meeting, discuss several bilateral issues

The 15th Meeting of the Joint Working Group on Trade (JWG) between India and Bangladesh was held on September 26 and 27 in Dhaka, Bangladesh, where the two nations discussed various bilateral issues, including removal of port restrictions, the groundwork for commencement of the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA). Read…

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