Prof Yunus visions a discrimination-free Bangladesh on New Year
by Nava Thakuria On the eve of Bangladeshi New Year, the interim government chief Professor Muhammad Yunus called upon the people of the south Asian nation to work together for creating a discrimination-free Bangladesh, where every citizen is happy,…
Bangladesh Requests Extradition of Former PM Sheikh Hasina from India
Dhaka/New Delhi: Bangladesh’s interim government has formally requested the extradition of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina from India. A diplomatic note has been sent to the Indian government, seeking Hasina’s return to Dhaka for…
Bangladesh Government Denies Permission to Hindus to Celebrate Durga Puja Amid Security Concerns
Dhaka: The interim government of Bangladesh, along with various Muslim organizations, has denied permission for the Hindu community to celebrate Durga Puja this year, citing security concerns amid reports of vandalism targeting Durga idols across the…
Bangladesh Interim Govt. Warns of ‘Drastic Measures’ Against Vandals Targeting Durga Puja Pandals
Dhaka: In a stern warning issued on Sunday, an adviser to the interim government declared that “drastic measures” will be enforced against anyone attempting to vandalize Durga Puja pandals or disrupt the celebration of the Hindu festival in…
US Denies Involvement in Bangladesh Protests, Supports Local Determination
Washington: The United States government has firmly denied allegations of its involvement in the recent protests in Bangladesh that resulted in the fall of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s administration. White House Press Secretary Karine…
Muhammad Yunus Assumes Role as Bangladesh Interim Head
Dhaka: Nobel Laureate Muhammad Yunus took the oath of office as the head of Bangladesh’s interim government on Thursday, marking a significant shift after 15 years of Sheikh Hasina’s administration. At the swearing-in ceremony, Yunus, who is…
Bangladesh’s Interim Government to Take Oath Tomorrow, Confirms Army Chief
Dhaka: Bangladesh’s Chief of Army Staff, General Waker-Uz-Zaman, announced today that the interim government led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus will take the oath of office tomorrow evening. The ceremony is scheduled to begin at 8 PM. General…