Hundreds of people took to the streets of Dhaka, Bangladesh, demanding immediate action from the interim government led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus to protect the Hindu community, which has faced increasing violence since the resignation of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on August 5, 2024. The resignation followed intense political upheaval marked by nationwide […]
Adani Power, part of the sprawling Indian conglomerate led by Gautam Adani, has issued an ultimatum to the Government of Bangladesh: settle $800 million in outstanding payments by November 7 or face a complete power supply cut. The power supplied to Bangladesh originates from the 1,600 MW Godda coal-fired power plant in Jharkhand, India. Adani […]
In a dramatic turn of events, Bangladesh has reversed its decision to ban the export of hilsa fish to India, just weeks before the highly anticipated Durga Puja festival. The interim government, led by Professor Muhammad Yunus, had initially halted the export to prioritise local demand. However, under growing pressure from Indian authorities and exporters, […]
Recent developments in Bangladesh have seen a distressing escalation in violence against the Hindu community, with their temples, homes, and businesses being targeted amid political upheaval following the resignation of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. The unfolding crisis Hindus in Bangladesh, comprising about 8% of the population, have traditionally supported the Awami League party led […]
Muhammad Yunus, a Nobel Peace Prize winner, was sworn into office on Thursday, August 8, to lead Bangladesh’s interim government as its chief adviser. This appointment came shortly after the student-led protests concluded the 15-year governance of Sheikh Hasina, the daughter of the nation’s founder, Mujibur Rahman. At the ceremony held at the Bangabhaban’s Durbar […]
In a dramatic turn of events, Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus has been appointed to lead Bangladesh’s interim government as of Tuesday, August 6. The decision comes on the heels of a turbulent period for the South Asian nation, marked by the resignation of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and her subsequent flight to India. Hasina […]