As South Asian diplomacy evolves, Bangladesh faces a fundamental question: can it protect its strategic independence while deepening ties with neighbouring countries and global powers? The timing of Bhutan’s king’s Dhaka meetings
Since the ouster of the Sheikh Hasina’s government on August 5, 2024, the Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) is back to the political forefront in Bangladesh, trying to expand its own area of influence and
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The sun sets, but we all know it will rise again in the morning. The moon rises when the sun sets and sets when the sun reappears. In other words, something that
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Sheikh Hasina turns 77 today, on September 28, 2024. Happy Birthday, Sheikh Hasina. Let us wish her good health and strength. However, it was a well-prepared, well-planned, and meticulously orchestrated operation involving
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Speaking at the Asia Society in New York, India’s External Affairs Minister Dr S. Jaishankar addressed India’s approach towards its neighbouring countries, particularly in light of the upcoming elections in Sri Lanka.
More Man is the best creature of creation; we are separated from other animals or everything for judgment and conscience. But are we using our findings, intelligence, and conscience? We are constantly abandoning
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Radicalization and extremism continue to be significant issues in Bangladesh despite counter-terrorism efforts. The government has introduced several programs to address violent extremism, but there are still challenges in effectively implementing these
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The army-backed, Jamaat-influenced ‘Interim Government’ is illegal, unconstitutional, and morally reprehensible in Bangladesh. Sheikh Hasina did not resign from Premiership on 5 August 2024 in Bangladesh; she was forced out at gunpoint
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As citizens, everyone should enjoy equal rights, ensuring equal treatment. Unfortunately, the people of Bangladesh have not received equal treatment from international human rights organizations. Democracy, freedom of speech, and human rights
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by Our Political Affairs Editor Sri Lanka stands at a historic crossroads as it approaches its ninth presidential election, scheduled for 21 September. This moment carries profound implications for the nation’s political
More On September 5, 2024, a 22-year-old man was beaten by a mob on the premises of the office of the Deputy Commissioner of Khulna Police in the Sonadanga area, over a social
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I think three critical factors probably contributed to what Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said. First, he wanted to address the domestic constituency and assure the Indian people. It was pretty clear
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Former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina was India’s closest partner in the region. In the last 15 years of her government in Bangladesh, India Bangladesh relations remained on a high keel with considerable
More Dhaka, August 30, 2024 — In a recent update from the interim government, health adviser Nurjahan Begum has revealed that the recent student-led uprising in Bangladesh has resulted in over 1,000 deaths
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National Security Advisers (NSAs) from key South Asian countries, including Ajit K. Doval of India, are in Colombo for high-level discussions on the Colombo Security Conclave (CSC). The delegation, including representatives from
More Prime Minister Narendra Modi mentioned in his Independence Day speech that India is worried about developments in Bangladesh, especially about the safety of Hindus and other minorities there. Promptly Professor Yunus head
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