In charts: Hasina's Bangladesh stitched a blistering tale of growth, and that ended her regime
Bangladesh, once seen as a success story, faced turmoil when Sheikh Hasina's government was overthrown by student protests in August, driven by both political and economic discontent. Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus now heads an interim government. Despite past growth driven by the garment industry, current economic challenges include high inflation, a devalued currency, and rising unemployment, exacerbated by over-reliance on textile exports. Key Points
Economic TimesBangladesh unrest not likely to impact India’s overall trade balance: S&P
New Delhi, August 6 India is a well-diversified exporter and a blip in its exports to Bangladesh is unlikely to have any meaningful impact on India’s overall trade position for the full year, S&P Global Ratings said on Tuesday. Bangladesh... Key Points
The TribuneBangladesh crisis: Exports of 2-wheelers, trucks, buses to take a big hit
Exports of Indian two-wheelers, trucks, and buses to Bangladesh have been heavily impacted due to ongoing civil unrest. Key manufacturers like Bajaj Auto and Hero MotoCorp have seen a decline in their export volumes. Bangladesh's share in India's automotive exports has been shrinking since the pandemic, with a significant drop noted in the last fiscal year. Key Points
Economic TimesBangladesh Live Updates: Sheikh Hasina leaves Bangladesh, chopper likely headed to Delhi, say sources
Bangladesh was engulfed in political uncertainty on Monday with the resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in the wake of violent student protests over a government jobs quota scheme. Bangladesh’s Army chief confirmed that Sheikh Hasina had resigned amid reports that she along with her sister had left the country. The Army chief said that the military would help form an interim government to run Bangladesh. Stay with IndiaToday.in for the latest from Bangladesh. Key Points
India TodayBangladesh quota protests: Curfew imposed, Army deployed as 105 killed | Updates
Bangladesh students protest: At least 105 people have been killed in the clashes so far across the country. Over 1,500 have been injured. | World News Key Points
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Nearly 2 million people stranded as second wave of devastating floods hits Bangladesh in less than a month
Extensive flooding has stranded about 1.8 million people in northeast Bangladesh, following weeks of heavy rains that have submerged homes and devastated farmland, according to state media and humanitarian agencies. Key Points
CNNBangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina may visit India within days of new Govt here
Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina is likely to visit India in June, following her victory in the national election. This visit would underscore the strong partnership between the two countries, with relations having strengthened over the past decade through various initiatives. Experts note the importance of maintaining this momentum by expanding cooperation and introducing new initiatives. Despite some Chinese funding in Bangladesh, the country has avoided falling into Chinese debt traps seen in other nations. Key Points
Economic TimesIndian onions in simmering 'boycott' pot of Bangladesh
Bangladesh is witnessing a 'boycott India' campaign since Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina returned to power. Amid this, India has made an exemption just for Bangladesh and the UAE, allowing export of onions ahead of Ramzan and Eid. What is the anti-India campaign and the onion diplomacy all about? Key Points
India TodayWho is Jaker Ali? All you need to know about Bangladesh's next T20I star
Jaker Ali played a stellar knock for Bangladesh in the 1st T20I against Sri Lanka. Here's all you need to know about Bangladesh's surprise package. | Cricket Key Points
Hindustan TimesJust 40% voting in Bangladesh Parliamentary polls
India's close partner in the eastern neighbourhood went to polls on Sunday. Chief Election Commissioner Kazi Habibul Awal said the 12th Jatiya Sangsad elections were held almost peacefully, with around 40% voter turnout. Key Points
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Bangladesh votes today; Hasina aims to return for 4th term
The polls will take place under the vigil of nearly 750,000 police and paramilitary personnel and police auxiliaries. The country has also roped in officials of the army, navy and air force for the polls amid allegedly Opposition-instigated violence including an attack on a train late Friday. Key Points
Economic Times4 killed, many injured as train 'set afire' in Bangladesh 2 days before elections
The incident took place on the Benapole Express in capital Dhaka's Gopibag area. It comes just two days before Bangladesh goes for general elections, which has been mired by unrest due to a boycott by the Opposition. Key Points
India TodayAnti-India activity will not be tolerated: Bangladesh home minister ahead of general elections
As Bangladesh prepares for general elections, Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan assures that Dhaka won't allow its territory for anti-India activities. He accused the opposition BNP of boycotting elections due to fear of not securing a majority. Khan highlighted the eradication of anti-India forces and asserts that as long as the Awami League is in power, Bangladesh will safeguard against such activities. Key Points
Economic TimesBangladesh has discarded secular 1971, gone back to Islamic 1947. Polls won't end this fight
An Islamic East Bengal idea was preached only by orthodox groups in Bangladesh. Now intellectuals, activists and even Leftist politicians hark back to 1947. Key Points
ThePrintSafe minorities, ‘smart Bangladesh’, Dalit & transgender uplift: Awami League releases poll manifesto
PM Sheikh Hasina says ‘Bangladesh will be established as a high-middle-income country by 2031 and a developed one by 2041’. Bangladesh headed for national polls on 7 January. Key Points
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Amid Dhaka's keenness to join China-led RCEP block, India reassess proposed trade pact with Bangladesh
Bangladesh is in talks with the 15-member RCEP bloc and is likely to take a call about joining it after the elections on January 7. India had pulled out of the RCEP pact in 2019 after negotiating for seven years, citing concerns on trade deficit with China, circumvention of rules of origin, and how the base rate of customs duty was unaddressed. The RCEP now comprises the 10 Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean), as well as Australia, China, Japan, South Korea and New Zealand. Key Points
Economic TimesTo question on Bangladesh polls citing India Today report, White House said this
A report published on IndiaToday.in highlighted how while India and China are in one camp, backing PM Sheikh Hasina, the US is seen siding with Khaleda Zia. The report was cited by a journalist during a White House press briefing. Key Points
India TodayUS, Russia argue as Bangladesh gets ready for polls. Why Sheikh Hasina is the likely winner
Reports from Bangladesh speak of an atmosphere of fear, nervousness and resistance. Democracy has been more or less inverted—meaning the bad guys are more popular than the good guys. Key Points
ThePrintWhy India and China are in same camp in Bangladesh’s 'Battle of Begums'
The January election in Bangladesh is crucial not just for the country but for several others. While India and China are in one camp, backing PM Sheikh Hasina, the US is seen siding with Khaleda Zia. Here's all you need to know. Key Points
India TodayBangladesh says it's 'open to foreign poll observers’ amid Western concerns about democratic processes
Bangladesh foreign secretary Masud Bin Momen says no country likes 'interference in its domestic affairs'. A day earlier, he held consultations with Indian counterpart Vinay Kwatra. Key Points
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Bangladesh politics likely to figure in India-America talks
Indian observers believe that the Biden administration prefers the Bangladesh Nationalist Party to win next year's elections. BNP has encouraged anti-India terrorists and allowed China a bigger space in the region, when it was in power. Key Points
Economic TimesSri Lanka fight controversy with controversy, refuse handshake with Bangladesh
As soon as Bangladesh got the winning runs, the Sri Lanka players shook hands with the umpires and walked off. They refused to shake hands with Bangladesh. | Cricket Key Points
Hindustan TimesUncertainty looms over Lanka-Bangla World Cup clash due to severe air pollution
The cricket World Cup match between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh is in doubt due to severe air pollution in the national capital. Both teams canceled training sessions due to the hazardous air quality, and the decision on whether to proceed with the match will be made by the umpires on the day of the game. Key Points
Economic TimesBangladesh: PM Modi & Sheikh Hasina inaugurate three Indian-assisted development projects
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Prime Minister of Bangladesh, Sheikh Hasina jointly inaugurated three Indian-assisted development projects via video conferencing. The three projects are Akhaura- Agartala Cross-Border Rail Link, Khulna - Mongla Port Rail Line and Unit – II of the Maitree Super Thermal Power Plant in Rampal, Bangladesh. Key Points
Economic TimesWorld Cup: Pakistan keep semis hope alive after 7-wicket win against Bangladesh
Pakistan secured a World Cup victory over Bangladesh with a 7-wicket win and 105 balls to spare in Kolkata, knocking Bangladesh out of the tournament. Chasing a target of 205, Pakistan's openers Fakhar Zaman and Abdullah Shafique established a strong foundation with a 128-run partnership at the Eden Gardens. Fakhar Zaman made 81 runs off 74 balls, and Shafique contributed 68 off 69 balls. Key Points
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ICC World Cup: Netherlands stun Bangladesh to claim second win
Chasing 230 to win, Bangladesh collapsed to 70-6 inside 18 overs with Van Meekeren (4-23) mowing down the middle order and Bas de Leede dismissing set batsman Mehidy Hasan Miraz for 35, before they folded for 142 in 42.2 overs. Key Points
Economic TimesBangladesh has a big Modi fan. He is a Hindu who tracks hate crimes
27-year-old activist Joyanta Karmoker says there were at least seven alleged incidents of breaking of idols across Bangladesh during Durga Puja this year. But local media didn't cover it. Key Points
ThePrintQuinton de Kock leads batting carnage as South Africa trounce Bangladesh
Quinton de Kock's 174-run innings led South Africa to a 149-run victory over Bangladesh in the World Cup. South Africa's middle order also contributed, allowing them to amass a total of 382-5. Bangladesh struggled in their chase, losing wickets early on and eventually being bowled out for 233. Despite a resilient century from Mahmudullah, Bangladesh faced their fourth defeat in five matches. Key Points
Economic TimesCricket World Cup: Mahmudullah's late charge help Bangladesh score 256/8 against India
Bangladesh made a slow start to the match but then picked up pace as both openers, Tanzid Hasan 51 (43) and Litton Das 66 (82) scored fifties to break the record for the highest opening stand for Bangladesh in ODI World Cups. Just when Tanzid was looking in ominous touch, he fell to Kuldeep leg-before on 51 off 43 in the 15th over, and the parternship got broken on 93. Soon after, Ravindra Jadeja repeated the feat for India by trapping Bangladesh's stand-in skipper, Najmul Hossain Shanto, for 8 (17). Key Points
Economic TimesTaslima Nasrin: People bothered about atrocities in Palestine should focus on wrongs nearer home
Bangladeshi poet Taslima Nasrin, known for her rebellious writings, believes that those who are concerned about the plight of Palestinians should also be concerned about the mistreatment of minorities in Bangladesh. Nasrin condemns all forms of atrocities worldwide and highlights the attacks on minorities in her own country. Key Points
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England crush Bangladesh by 137 runs to record first win in World Cup
Defending champions England defeated Bangladesh by 137 runs in the World Cup, with Dawid Malan scoring a brilliant 140 off 107 balls. After posting a strong total of 364 for nine, England's Reece Topley took four wickets to restrict Bangladesh to 227 all out. Litton Das (76) and Mushfiqur Rahim (51) were the top performers for Bangladesh, but their efforts were not enough. England's dominant batting display in the first half of the match showcased their strength, while Bangladesh struggled to recover after losing early wickets. Key Points
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