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'Crimes against humanity' complaints filed against Bangladesh ex-president

Complaints were filed against former Bangladesh President Mohammed Shahabuddin on Sunday. These allegations concern crimes against humanity during the 2024 uprising against the government. Shahabuddin resigned from his presidential post on Friday citing health complications. The home minister stated the allegations do not warrant consideration by the tribunal. However, the…

The Times of India

Bangladesh president quits citing deteriorating health

DHAKA: Bangladesh President Mohammed Shahabuddin resigned Friday, citing deteriorating health and his inability to continue performing constitutional duties of the office, bringing an early end to his five-year term that was due to end in April 2028. Shahabuddin oversaw the country during the restive period after an "uprising" against the…

The Times of India

Bangladesh’s president and long-time ally of ousted PM Hasina resigns

Mohammed Shahabuddin resigns halfway through his term, citing medical reasons

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Bangladesh President Mohammed Shahabuddin resigns

Bangladesh President Mohammed Shahabuddin has resigned from his position two years early. He cited various health complications as the primary reason for his unexpected departure. His resignation letter was submitted to the parliamentary Speaker for official processing. Shahabuddin, a Liberation War veteran, had begun his five-year term in April 2023.…

The Economic Times

Bangladesh president, backed by ousted PM Sheikh Hasina, to resign on Friday, say sources

Bangladesh President Mohammed Shahabuddin will resign from his post this Friday. This development follows Sheikh Hasina's announcement of her return from exile. Hasina was sentenced to death in absentia for ordering a student uprising crackdown. Public pressure mounts on Prime Minister Tarique Rahman's government to remove Hasina's allies. Parliament speaker…

The Economic Times

India to expand visa service in Bangladesh after a massive surge in demand

India is significantly expanding its visa operations in Bangladesh following a massive surge in demand after the resumption of tourist visas. The Indian High Commission in Dhaka expressed encouragement from the overwhelming response and commitment to strengthening people-to-people ties. This move is widely welcomed by Bangladeshis, who see it as…

The Economic Times

India's envoy to Bangladesh assumes office; announces travel visa resumption

India's new High Commissioner to Dhaka, Dinesh Trivedi, has announced the resumption of travel visas for Bangladeshi nationals, a significant step following his assumption of office and conferment of Union minister status. Trivedi presented his credentials to President Mohammed Shahabuddin, marking the commencement of his diplomatic tenure.

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Bangladesh President on Yunus era: Don't know if anyone could endure the storm I survived

Bangladesh President Mohammed Shahabuddin has accused former interim government chief Muhammad Yunus of plotting to overthrow him and destabilize the country. Shahabuddin alleged a secretive Bangladesh-US trade agreement and credited the military and BNP leadership for his presidency during Yunus's tenure. Separately, a Yunus-appointed prosecutor was replaced amid ongoing legal…

The Times of India

Did Yunus try to 'destabilise' Dhaka? Bangladesh president alleges ‘conspiracy' to remove him

Bangladesh President Mohammed Shahabuddin accused former chief adviser Muhammad Yunus of constitutional breaches and attempts to destabilize the country and presidency. Shahabuddin stated Yunus failed to brief him on foreign visits and alleged a conspiracy to unconstitutionally replace him. The president also described his office being deliberately isolated and handicapped…

The Times of India

Om Birla meets new Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman, hands over PM Modi’s letter

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla represented India at the swearing-in of Bangladesh's new Prime Minister Tarique Rahman. He conveyed a personal congratulatory letter from Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Rahman, son of former PM Khaleda Zia, took oath after a period of political uncertainty. This marks a new chapter for Bangladesh…

The Times of India

Hundreds of protesters try to storm presidential palace in Bangladesh amid fresh unrest

Bangladesh’s interim government bans student wing of former prime minister Sheikh Hasina’s political party

The Independent UK

Nobel laureate Yunus sworn in as leader of Bangladesh's interim government

Nobel laureate and economist Muhammad Yunus took the oath of office as head of Bangladesh’s interim government on Thursday after a student-led uprising prompted former prime minister Sheikh Hasina to step down and flee to India.

France 24

Muhammad Yunus takes oath as head of Bangladesh’s interim government

Nobel Peace laureate says he will perform his duties as interim leader ‘sincerely’ after Sheikh Hasina’s resignation.

Al Jazeera

Yunus arrives in Bangladesh from an overseas trip to take over as the country's interim leader

Bangladesh’s next leader Muhammad Yunus arrived home Thursday from an overseas trip and will take office later in the day, as he looks to restore calm and rebuild the country following an uprising that ended the 15-year, increasingly autocratic rule of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina

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Bangladesh's interim governement led by Nobel Laureate Yunus to be sworn in on Thursday

Bangladesh's military chief announced on Wednesday that an interim government, headed by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus, will be sworn in on Thursday. The move follows former prime minister Sheikh Hasina's resignation and departure to India, with the new administration aiming to restore stability after widespread unrest.

Latin Times

Bangladesh Nobel Winner Yunus To Lead Interim Govt

The appointment came quickly after student leaders called on the 84-year-old Yunus -- credited with lifting millions out of poverty in the South Asian country -- to lead.

The Guardian - UK

Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus to head Bangladesh’s interim government

Decision came during meeting of military chiefs and organisers of the student protests that helped drive longtime prime minister Sheikh Hasina from power

International Business Times

Bangladesh Nobel Winner Yunus Tapped To Lead Interim Govt

Bangladesh's Nobel-winning microfinance pioneer Muhammad Yunus has been tapped to lead an interim government after mass protests forced longtime prime minister Sheikh Hasina to flee, the presidency announced early Wednesday.

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Bangladesh parliament dissolved a day after resignation of prime minister

Move comes after longtime leader Sheikh Hasina resigned and fled country after weeks of deadly unrest

France 24

Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus named head of Bangladesh's interim government

Muhammad Yunus – Bangladesh's Nobel laureate – will lead the country's interim government, the country's presidency announced Wednesday following a meeting with military leaders, student protesters, and civil society members. The announcement was made after prime minister Sheikh Hasina stepped down and fled amidst a mass uprising driven by student-led…

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Bangladesh Turmoil: Call for Nobel Laureate Muhammad Yunus to head interim govt

President Mohammed Shahabuddin on Monday night gave his nod to form an interim government to run the country. Read further on Dynamite News:

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