Bangladesh
Bangladesh Deploys Elite Security Force to Protect Former PM Khaleda Zia Amid Critical Health Condition
Dec 02, 2025 09:03 pm CST
Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Khaleda Zia has been placed under elite Special Security Force protection as she remains in critical condition on ventilator support. Medical specialists from the UK are being brought in for her treatment, while uncertainty remains regarding her son Tarique Rahman's potential return to Bangladesh during this critical time.
PM Modi Expresses Concern and Offers Support for Former Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia's Health Crisis
Dec 02, 2025 01:20 am CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed deep concern about former Bangladesh Prime Minister Khaleda Zia's deteriorating health condition and offered India's full support. The 80-year-old BNP chairperson is currently hospitalized with a severe chest infection affecting her heart and lungs. Modi's gesture highlights the diplomatic relations between India and Bangladesh during this health crisis.
Former Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia's Health Deteriorates to Critical Condition Amid Political Transition
Nov 29, 2025 12:35 am CST
Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Khaleda Zia is in critical condition after being hospitalized with heart and lung infections. The BNP leader returned to Dhaka in May after medical treatment in London and was recently released from prison following the fall of Sheikh Hasina's government. Her son Tarique Rahman may return to Bangladesh soon as the country undergoes political transition.
Indian Woman Found in Bangladesh After 20 Years: A Remarkable Reunion Story
Nov 28, 2025 02:45 am CST
A 70-year-old Indian woman from Madhya Pradesh who disappeared during the Gangasagar Mela in West Bengal nearly 20 years ago has been discovered living in Bangladesh. Through the efforts of amateur radio operators from the West Bengal Radio Club, she has been identified and will soon be reunited with her family in India, showcasing an extraordinary tale of persistence and hope across borders.
Manipur's Proposal to Remove 'Any Kuki Tribes' from ST List: Understanding the Controversy and Its Implications
Nov 24, 2025 01:24 am CST
The Manipur government has formally requested the removal of the 'Any Kuki Tribes' category from the state's Scheduled Tribes list, arguing it's a redundant classification that enables illegal immigration. This proposal, pending since February 2023, has been met with hesitation from the Tribal Affairs Ministry due to the region's sensitive ethnic tensions. While the state government maintains no tribes would lose ST status as they're already listed individually, the Ministry has kept the matter on hold amid ongoing Meitei-Kuki conflicts that began in May 2023. This article examines the historical context, constitutional processes, and complex tribal identity issues at the heart of this controversial proposal.
Sheikh Hasina's Son Challenges Death Verdict: "Yunus Cannot Touch My Mother"
Nov 21, 2025 01:25 am CST
Sajeeb Wazed, son of exiled Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, denounces the death sentence issued against his mother as "illegal and unconstitutional." He claims the verdict, handed down by Bangladesh's International Crimes Tribunal under Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus's administration, violates legal principles and will collapse once rule of law is restored in the country.
Bangladesh-India Relations at Critical Juncture Following Hasina's Death Sentence
Nov 20, 2025 01:37 am CST
The Bangladesh International Crimes Tribunal's death sentence against former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina for crimes against humanity has created a diplomatic challenge for India-Bangladesh relations. As Hasina remains in India and refuses extradition, both nations navigate complex political terrain while preparing for Bangladesh's February elections. The interim government under Muhammad Yunus seeks stability while managing relations with India amid growing political realignment within Bangladesh's major parties.
Bangladesh NSA Khalilur Rahman Visits India for Colombo Security Conclave Amid Strained Diplomatic Relations
Nov 19, 2025 08:05 pm CST
Bangladesh's National Security Adviser Khalilur Rahman visits India to attend the Colombo Security Conclave amid tense bilateral relations following Sheikh Hasina's exile. This significant diplomatic engagement comes as Bangladesh strengthens ties with Pakistan while India expresses concern over security developments, particularly regarding the strategic Lalmonirhat airbase near the Siliguri Corridor.
Bangladesh Crisis: Sheikh Hasina's Death Sentence and Its Implications for Democratic Future
Nov 19, 2025 05:32 pm CST
Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's recent death sentence marks a critical juncture for the nation as it prepares for February elections under Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus's interim government. While her opponents view the verdict as justice, international observers question the trial's fairness. With the Awami League marginalized and political tensions at unprecedented levels, Bangladesh faces significant challenges in ensuring peaceful democratic transition amid concerns of potential election violence and polarization.
Analysis: Sheikh Hasina Death Sentence Reveals Critical Constitutional and Legal Flaws in Bangladesh Tribunal
Nov 19, 2025 12:21 am CST
Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's death sentence has been marred by significant constitutional violations and procedural irregularities according to multiple sources. From questionable judicial appointments to restricted defense rights and evidence of political bias, the International Crimes Tribunal-Bangladesh proceedings have raised serious concerns about legal legitimacy and due process in what appears to be a politically-motivated prosecution.