Tensions Escalate In Dhaka: Scuffle Between Hindu Protesters And Bangladesh Army

14 Aug 2024

On Tuesday, members of Bangladesh’s Hindu community staged a protest in Dhaka amid escalating unrest. The demonstrations come in the wake of anti-Hindu violence that has plagued the country since last week’s political upheaval. The unrest began after the ousting of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and the collapse of...

Sheikh Hasina’s Daughter Says: ‘Heartbroken That I Can’t…’

08 Aug 2024

In the wake of massive political upheaval in Bangladesh, daughter of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, Saima Wazed, expressed her deep sorrow and frustration on social media. Saima, who serves as the Regional Director for South-East Asia at the World Health Organization (WHO), shared her distress about the situation in...

The U.S. Must Ensure Safety Of Bangladeshi Hindus

08 Aug 2024

Bangladesh is witnessing complete mayhem after the coup backed by the United States saw the removal of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. The minority Hindus are being attacked, rounded up and killed. Their houses and temples are being ransacked, looted and set on fire. Horrific videos are emerging of men being...

Sheikh Hasina Flees Bangladesh In Dramatic Escape Amid Turmoil

07 Aug 2024

Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina fled to India on Monday, August 5, amid escalating violence in her country. Forced to resign from her post, Hasina left in haste, carrying none of her clothes or daily essentials, according to reports from ANI. Hasina, her sister Sheikh Rehana, and other associates...

Watch: Who Is Rahul Ananda? Why Was His 140-Year-Old House Set On Fire By Protesters?

07 Aug 2024

Amidst the violent protests in Bangladesh that resulted in Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's resignation and escape from the country, another shocking incident has surfaced involving singer and cultural activist Rahul Ananda. Ananda, who resides in Dhaka's Dhanmondi 32, was attacked at his home by protesters. He fled the attack along...

US Revokes Visa As UK Hesitates On Sheikh Hasina’s Asylum Request

07 Aug 2024

Recent reports indicate that while the United Kingdom hesitates on granting asylum to Sheikh Hasina, former Prime Minister of Bangladesh, the United States has "revoked" her visa. The 76-year-old leader resigned and fled Bangladesh on Monday (August 5), seeking refuge in India temporarily while awaiting asylum approval from the UK....

Global Reactions After Sheikh Hasina’s Resignation, Bangladesh Riots

06 Aug 2024

United States The United States has called for calm in Bangladesh after long-ruling leader Sheikh Hasina resigned and fled the country amidst violent anti-government protests. Nearly 100 people were killed on Sunday before she left. State Department spokesman Matthew Miller urged all sides to “refrain from further violence” and noted...

Bangladesh: Tension Mounts As Government And Protesters Rally

04 Aug 2024

Tensions are high in Bangladesh as both anti-government protesters and the ruling Awami League prepare for significant rallies across the nation on Sunday. The demonstrations come on the heels of last month's deadly clashes over civil service job quotas, which resulted in over 200 deaths. In the past two weeks,...

Bangladesh: 314 Students Enter India Due To Protests, BSF Reports

22 Jul 2024

On Sunday, a significant number of students from India and Nepal were evacuated from Bangladesh due to ongoing unrest over a recent Supreme Court ruling that reduced reservation quotas in government jobs. A total of 314 students crossed into India through the Srimantapur and Akhaura Integrated Check Posts (ICPs) in...

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...