See Viral Photo: Woman In Dior Suitcase Smiles Amid Sheikh Hasina’s Residence Loot

05 Aug 2024

As unrest grips Bangladesh, dramatic scenes have unfolded at Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s residence in Dhaka. Following Hasina’s resignation and departure from the country, hundreds of demonstrators stormed her palace, causing extensive damage and taking a wide array of items from the premises. The looters were seen stripping the property...

97 Dead in Bangladesh Clashes; India Issues Advisory for Citizens : Key Points

05 Aug 2024

A new wave of violence has erupted in several cities across Bangladesh, including the capital Dhaka. The clashes involve student protesters, police, and ruling party activists. Protesters are demanding the resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and her government, following earlier protests that began over a quota system for government...

Bangladesh Bans Jamaat-e-Islami Party Amid Violent Student Protests

01 Aug 2024

On Thursday, Bangladesh banned the Jamaat-e-Islami party, along with its student wing Islami Chhatra Shibir and related groups, labeling them as "militant and terrorist" organizations. This move comes as part of a nationwide crackdown following weeks of violent protests that resulted in over 200 deaths and thousands of injuries. ...

Bangladesh Imposes Curfew as Protests Kill 105; 400+ Indians Evacuated

20 Jul 2024

On July 19, 2024, the Bangladesh government, led by Sheikh Hasina, imposed a nationwide curfew and deployed military forces following violent protests over government job quotas. The clashes have resulted in at least 105 deaths and over 1,500 injuries. The protests, primarily led by students, are against a quota system...

India Advises Citizens In Bangladesh To Stay Indoors Amid Ongoing Protests

19 Jul 2024

India’s Ministry of External Affairs has urged Indian citizens in Bangladesh to follow local advisories and stay indoors due to a nationwide strike against the government’s job quota system. Current Situation in Bangladesh On Friday, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) advised Indians living in Bangladesh to stay indoors and...

Bangladesh Student Protests: Dozens Dead, Hundreds Injured

19 Jul 2024

In Bangladesh, student protests have escalated into widespread violence, resulting in torched government buildings and a complete internet shutdown, marking the deadliest day of the ongoing unrest. The clashes this week between students, pro-government supporters, and armed police have ignited widespread anger over civil service job quotas that opponents argue...

Bangladeshi Students Reject Prime Minister Hasina’s Olive Branch Following Deadly Protests

18 Jul 2024

Bangladeshi students continued nationwide protests against civil service hiring rules, rejecting Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's olive branch, despite her pledge to deliver justice for the nine people killed during the demonstrations. Hasina's administration has ordered schools and institutions to close indefinitely, as well as strengthened measures to quell weeks of...

Bangladesh PM Cuts China Trip Short Amid Unmet Expectations

17 Jul 2024

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina of Bangladesh returned home early from her trip to China, cutting short what was her fifth visit to the country as PM. Initially scheduled to leave Beijing on Thursday, July 11, Hasina departed on Wednesday night. This abrupt change in plans has sparked speculation that she...