Bangladesh tells India to return Sheikh Hasina for legal proceedings

Former PM Sheikh Hasina's visa extended amid legal challenges

Bangladesh has requested India to return former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who fled to New Delhi in August, for a “judicial process,” according to the acting head of the country’s foreign ministry, Touhid Hossain, who spoke to reporters on Monday. “We sent a note verbale to the Indian government requesting her (Hasina’s) return for judicial … Read more

Shakib Al Hasan Faces Bowling Suspension Over Illegal Action

Shakib Al Hasan

LONDON: Bangladesh’s all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan has been prohibited from bowling in England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) competitions after his action was deemed illegal. The 37-year-old spinner was reported by umpires during his sole appearance in the County Championship for Surrey against Somerset in September. The match, played on a spin-friendly pitch in Taunton, … Read more

U19 Asia Cup: Bangladesh Secures Final Spot After Triumphs Over Pakistan

U19 Asia Cup

Bangladesh defeated Pakistan in a commanding performance, securing their place in the final. Farhan Yousaf scored 32 runs off 32 balls, including one boundary and three sixes. Bangladesh chased the target comfortably in 22.1 overs, losing just three wickets. Bangladesh delivered a commanding performance to defeat Pakistan and secure their place in the U19 Asia … Read more

Major diplomatic reshuffle in Bangladesh by recalling five diplomats

Major diplomatic reshuffle in Bangladesh by recalling five diplomats

Bangladesh’s interim government has recalled five ambassadors, including the envoy to neighboring India, as part of a significant diplomatic reshuffle. The interim government, led by Nobel Peace laureate Muhammad Yunus, came into power following weeks of violent protests that resulted in Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s resignation on August 5, prompting her to flee to India. … Read more

Pakistan, Bangladesh agree to collaborate for development

Pakistan

NEW YORK: On Wednesday, Pakistan and Bangladesh agreed that there was a need to work closely at bilateral, regional, and multilateral levels for the progress and development of their peoples. During a meeting on the sidelines of the 79th Session of the UN General Assembly, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif discussed the strong fraternal ties between … Read more

PM Shehbaz Joins Bangladesh’s 50th UN Membership Ceremony

PM Shehbaz

NEW YORK: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif participated in a ceremony commemorating 50 years of Bangladesh’s membership in the United Nations, following an invitation from Chief Advisor Dr. Muhammad Yunus. Minister for Defence Khawaja Muhammad Asif, Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar, Minister for Federal Education and Professional Training Dr Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui and … Read more

Bangladesh calls for India’s cooperation in extraditing ousted leader

Bangladesh calls for India's cooperation in extraditing ousted leader

Hasina, who resigned as prime minister in August, has been accused of carrying out “massacres.” Bangladesh has a criminal extradition treaty with India, which allows Hasina to return for a criminal trial. Interim leader, Muhammad Yunus, has called for Hasina to remain silent in India until her return. Bangladesh’s war crimes tribunal will seek the … Read more

India faces diplomatic complications over ousted Bangladeshi leader

India faces diplomatic complications over ousted Bangladeshi leader

Bangladeshi students demanding India’s return to face trial for the killing of protesters during the revolt. Protests from Hindu activist groups loosely affiliated with Modi’s party have sparked protests. Bangladesh’s interim government has not publicly addressed Hasina’s refuge in India with New Delhi. Four weeks after ex-premier Sheikh Hasina fled Bangladesh by helicopter during a … Read more

Bangladesh’s new leadership prioritizes stronger ties with Saudi Arabia

Bangladesh's new leadership prioritizes stronger ties with Saudi Arabia

Al-Duhailan expressed Saudi Arabia’s willingness to invest in Bangladesh in renewable energy and logistics. The meeting was fruitful, with Saudi Arabia requesting speedy procedures for Saudi investments. Saudi Arabia signed several investment agreements in Bangladesh. After meeting with Saudi Arabia’s envoy to Dhaka, Bangladesh’s new interim leader, Prof. Muhammad Yunus, emphasized the importance of maintaining … Read more

Bangladesh cancels diplomatic passport of ex-Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina

Bangladesh cancels diplomatic passport of ex-Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina

The decision follows a student-led uprising that resulted in over 450 deaths. Hasina and other former top officials can apply for standard passports, but issuance depends on approval. Hasina, who fled to India, was a close ally of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Bangladesh’s interim government revoked the diplomatic passport of ousted premier Sheikh Hasina on … Read more

India PM Modi shows support for Bangladesh’s Yunus

India PM Modi shows support for Bangladesh’s Yunus

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi supports Bangladesh’s interim leader. Modi’s support for Bangladesh is reaffirmed, despite widespread human rights abuses. The new interim government is committed to restoring law and order and protecting all minorities. On Friday, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi offered support to Bangladesh’s interim leader, who assumed power after New Delhi’s autocratic … Read more

Bangladesh capital sees police return after strike ends

Bangladesh capital sees police return after strike ends

The police faced resentment for leading a lethal crackdown on protests. The de facto cabinet expressed “grave concern” over recent attacks on Hindus and other minorities. Hasina fled by helicopter to neighboring India a week ago as protesters flooded Dhaka’s streets. On Monday, Bangladeshi police resumed patrols in the capital, Dhaka, following a weeklong strike … Read more

PAK vs BAN: Bangladesh name 16-man squad for Pakistan Test series

PAK vs BAN: Bangladesh name 16-man squad for Pakistan Test series

Bangladesh announced 16-member squad. Najmul Hossain Shanto will lead the team. Series will be a part of World Test Championship. The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) announced a 16-member squad on Sunday for the upcoming two-Test series against Pakistan, starting on August 21 in Rawalpindi. These Test matches are part of the World Test Championship (WTC) … Read more

Pakistan stands in solidarity with people of Bangladesh: FO

Pakistan

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan expressed solidarity with the people of Bangladesh and hoped that they would return to normalcy peacefully and swiftly.

“The government and people of Pakistan stand in solidarity with the people of Bangladesh, sincerely hoping for a peaceful and swift return to normalcy,” the Foreign Office spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch said in a statement.

She also expressed confidence that the resilient spirit and unity of the Bangladeshi people would lead them to a harmonious future.

On the other hand, he Ministry of Foreign Affairs said that they were in contact with the US authorities and awaiting further details regarding the alleged involvement of a Pakistani national in connection with an assassination plot in the United States.

“We have seen the media reports. We are in touch with the US authorities and await further details. We have also noted the statements by US officials that this is an ongoing investigation,” Foreign Office spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch said in a statement.

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BCB President flees, Mashrafe Mortaza’s house set on fire amid political unrest

BCB President flees, Mashrafe Mortaza's house set on fire amid political unrest

Former cricket captain Mashrafe Mortaza’s house was attacked. Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina resigned and fled the country. Bangladesh Cricket Board officials also fled due to safety concerns. Amid the escalating unrest in Bangladesh, former cricket captain Mashrafe Mortaza’s house was reportedly set on fire amidst the chaos following Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s resignation on Monday. … Read more

Sheikh Hasina resigns after protesters storm palace, ending 15-year rule

Sheikh Hasina resigns after protesters storm palace, ending 15-year rule

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina resigned after 15 years. Protests began over a government job quota. Hasina’s government blamed opposition parties for the violence. Bangladesh’s Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina resigned on Monday, ending 15-year rule, as thousands of protesters defied a military curfew and stormed her official residence. Officials from the military and the Ministry of … Read more

PCB: Pakistan crickiters to undergo fitness tests ahead of bangladesh test series

PCB: Pakistan crickiters to undergo fitness tests ahead of bangladesh test series

PCB will conduct fitness tests for Pakistan cricketers. Test squad will be announced on August 9. Cricketers will undergo five to six fitness tests. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced that fitness tests for Pakistan cricketers will be conducted before the upcoming Test series against Bangladesh. According to a media report, Test squad players … Read more