Canada and the United Kingdom joined the United States in imposing sanctions related to human rights abuses in Myanmar, while Washington also imposed the first new sanctions on North Korea under President Joe Biden’s administration and targeted Myanmar military entities, among others, in action marking Human Rights Day. The United […]
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India marks 50 years of recognizing Bangladesh as independent, sovereign country
India on Monday marked 50 years of recognizing Bangladesh as an independent and sovereign country. India commemorates December 6 as Maitri Diwas with Bangladesh as New Delhi had recognised Dhaka on this day in 1971. Taking to Twitter, External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Arindam Bagchi said, “Today we mark 50 years of India recognizing an independent, sovereign Bangladesh. India was one of the first countries to […]
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China manipulating Bangladesh’s institutions: Report
Bangladesh’s institutions are being manipulated by China to serve its increasing economic footprint. China has through the Belt and Road Initiative increased its economic and political footprint and has expanded so quickly that even state and civil society institutions have struggled to grapple with the implications, according to Bangladesh Live News. Further, Bangladesh poorly understands China’s tools and […]
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Bangladesh team really needs to do some soul searching, says Shahid Afridi
Former Pakistan skipper Shahid Afridi feels the Bangladesh team need better wickets to showcase their talent rather than competing on poor pitches and giving “ordinary” performances in World Cups. Mohammad Rizwan (40) and Haider Ali (45) starred with the bat as Pakistan defeated Bangladesh by five wickets in the third and final T20I here at the […]
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Bangladesh to tour New Zealand for two Tests in January
Bangladesh will play New Zealand in a two-match Test series in January 2022 which will be a part of the 2021-2023 cycle of the ICC World Test Championship (WTC). Bangladesh will depart for New Zealand in December for the Test series. “The Bangladesh team will leave for New Zealand in […]
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NIA arrests Jamaat-ul-Mujahideen Bangladesh terrorist from West Bengal’s South 24 Parganas
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested a Jamaat-ul-Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) terrorist from West Bengal’s South 24 Parganas district, the agency said on Wednesday. The terrorist, whose name has not been revealed yet, is understood to be a close associate of the four JMB terrorists arrested from West Bengal in July this […]
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Bangladesh Naval Chief calls on General MM Naravane, discusses bilateral defence cooperation
Admiral M Shaheen Iqbal, Chief of Naval Staff, Bangladesh Navy on Monday called on Indian Chief of Army Staff General MM Naravane and exchanged views on strengthening bilateral defence cooperation. As per the Indian Navy, Admiral M Shaheen Iqbal is on an official visit to India that commenced on October 23 and will last till October 29. “Admiral […]
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Protests in Bangladesh against communal violence
Hindu community leaders, students, teachers, and activists are set to demonstrate and observe a token hunger strike in Dhaka and other parts of Bangladesh on Saturday to press home their demand for ensuring the safety and security of religious minorities in the country, local media reported. Demanding a quick trial of perpetrators who attacked Hindu […]
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Bangladesh police arrest 10 people over Durga Puja communal violence
Bangladesh police on Thursday night arrested 10 persons over their involvement in the recent attack on the Durga Puja pavilion at the JM Sen Hall in Chittagong city. Nine of them belong to the outfit led by former Dhaka University Central Students’ Union (DUCSU) Vice President Nurul Haque Nur, said police, reported Dhaka Tribune. […]
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T20 WC: Bangladesh aiming to hit ‘full throttle’ against Papua New Guinea
Bangladesh will look to put all three phases of the game together and hit “full throttle” in the ongoing T20 World Cup when they face Papua New Guinea (PNG) with a place in the Super 12 on the line according to batting coach Ashwell Prince. Bangladesh suffered a surprise six-run defeat to Scotland in their […]
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Bangladesh violence issue is serious, Indian govt will discuss with its counterpart if required: MoS Nisith Pramanik
Following a series of communal violence in Bangladesh, which led to the killings of several people, Minister of State for Home Affairs Nisith Pramanik on Tuesday condemned the act and said that it is a very serious issue and if required the Indian government will discuss the matter with its counterpart. “It is […]
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Bangladesh communal violence: ISKCON calls upon Hasina govt to ensure minorities’ safety
Expressing shock over the recent series of violent attacks at Hindu minority in Bangladesh, the ISKCON called upon the Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina government to take swift action to bring an end to the violence and demanded that perpetrators of the attacks should be brought to justice. In an official statement issued on […]
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T20 World Cup: Bangladesh arrive in Muscat for showpiece event
Bangladesh cricket team on Monday arrived here ahead of the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2021. The Asian side will first play in the qualifiers and will begin the campaign against Scotland on October 17 in Al Amerat. “Bangladesh Team arrive in Muscat today (4 October, 2021),” Bangladesh Cricket tweeted. Bangladesh will then take on Oman and Papua […]
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Jaishankar meets Bangladesh I&B Minister Mahmud, discusses media, bilateral cooperation
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday met Bangladesh Information and Broadcasting Minister Dr Hasan Mahmud and discussed media and bilateral cooperation. “Glad to meet Bangladesh Information and Broadcasting Minister, Hasan Mahmud. Our bilateral cooperation is progressing steadily across all domains. Discussed media and public perceptions in that regard,” tweeted […]
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India gifts two mobile oxygen plant to Bangladesh
India has gifted two mobile medical oxygen plants to Bangladesh to support the country’s fight against COVID-19. The Indian Navy Ship Savitri carrying two plants arrived at Chattogram harbour in Bangladesh on Thursday. “Working together as close partners INS Savitri arrived at Chattogram harbour on 02 Sep 2021 and was […]