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At least six killed in Bangladesh student anti-quota protests

Demonstrators demand end to scheme that prioritises families of veterans of 1971 independence war.

Al Jazeera

‘We sought rights’: Bangladesh on edge after quota protest turns violent

Hundreds of students were injured in clashes on Monday, but they’ve refused to back down.

Al Jazeera

Violent Clashes Erupt Over Government Job Quota In Bangladesh

Violent clashes erupt at Jahangir Nagar University over protests against government job quota system, reflecting broader political tensions in Bangladesh.

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Violent clashes over quota system in government jobs leave scores injured in Bangladesh

Police and students say police fired tear gas and charged with batons during clashes between a pro-government student body and student protesters, leaving dozens injured at a university in Bangladesh

The Independent UK

Bangladesh PM's Helicopter-flying Servant Sparks Graft Probe

Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina says she is "taking measures" after a slew of corruption scandals -- including one involving her former household servant who now travels by helicopter after amassing a staggering $34 million fortune.

International Business Times

China and Bangladesh reaffirm their ties as territorial and economic issues rise in region

China and Bangladesh are reaffirming their ties during a visit by Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to Beijing as tensions rise in the region over territorial disputes and resources

The Independent UK

Teesta: India’s bid, Chinese plan, and media concerns in Bangladesh

The Teesta water dispute has returned to the headlines after Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Bangladesh counterpart Sheikh Hasina inked 10 defence, trade and connectivity pacts and smiled for the press in Lutyens Delhi last week.

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India boosts defense ties with Bangladesh as it tries to become a counterweight to China

India and Bangladesh on Saturday moved to bolster their defense relationship and signed agreements for expanding cooperation in maritime security, ocean economy, space, and telecommunication sectors, as New Delhi tries to present itself as a regional power and a counterweight to China

The Independent UK

Under threat of jail, microfinance pioneer vows to keep lending to poorest Bangladeshis

Muhammad Yunus tells the Guardian charges against him are politically motivated, and expresses concern about personal attacks from politicians

The Guardian - UK

The neighbourhood’s concerns: The China factor and the South Asian eye on India polls

Five countries in South Asia are electing new governments this year. Among them is India, which has been competing with China for a larger share of influence in the region.

Newslaundry

Foreign Secretary to visit Bangladesh, talks may feature China

Foreign Secretary Vinay Mohan Kwatra's visit to Bangladesh to discuss China's Teesta project and bilateral relations.

The Hindu

Celebrating Top Female Politicians Shattering Glass Ceilings Globally

Explore the achievements of influential female leaders like Kamala Harris, Angela Merkel, and Ellen Johnson Sirleaf.

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Deadly Fire In Dhaka Shopping Mall Exposes Safety Negligence

Devastating fire in Dhaka shopping mall claims 46 lives due to lack of fire exits. Importance of fire safety highlighted.

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India, Bangladesh recognise their constitutions as ‘living documents’, says Chief Justice of India Chandrachud

Chief Justice of India and Bangladesh share constitutional traditions aiming for stability and progress, emphasizing mediation over litigation.

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Jaishankar meets Bangladesh PM Hasina & thanks her for guidance in furthering bilateral ties

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina here and appreciated her guidance in taking the ‘India-Bangladesh Maitri’ forward

Al Jazeera

‘India Out’ campaigns simmer in Bangladesh amid election fallout

Calls to boycott Indian goods in Bangladesh follow allegations of Indian interference in national elections.

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Over 100 Myanmar Security Forces Seek Refuge in Bangladesh

Over 100 Myanmar Border Guard Police flee to Bangladesh as fighting ensues between Myanmar security forces and ethnic minority army in Rakhine state.

The Hindu

India stood by our election when Opposition, foreign countries tried to disturb it: Bangladesh Minister

India supports Bangladesh's election process and assures continued strong relationship and connectivity projects between the two countries.

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The Hindu

The geopolitics in the Bangladesh election results

The 2024 election results in Bangladesh have evolved into a geopolitical battleground driven by Bangladesh’s increasing economic and strategic heft

The Hindu

Morning Digest | Ensure ‘spotless’ election, CEC tells State officials; U.S. against giving case material to Nikhil Gupta in Pannun case, and more

The Hindu Morning Digest gives a select list of stories to start the day. Read the top news today on January 10, 2024

The Hindu

A Bangladesh ‘one-party state’ and India’s options

Analysts see the Bangladesh election as ‘a firm step towards a one-party police state’

International Business Times

After Hasina, Who? The Heirs To Bangladesh's 'Iron Grip' PM

Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina takes her fifth oath of office on Thursday, solidifying her dominance of national politics and underscoring her lack of a clear successor.

The Hindu

Predictably comfortable: On Sheikh Hasina’s electoral win in Bangladesh

Shiekh Hasina, as Prime Minister in her fourth term, should be more conciliatory and accommodative if she is to build a democratic, prosperous Bangladesh

Fortune

2024 will be Asia’s time to shine–but a series of pivotal elections could change everything

Taiwan, Indonesia, India: Here are the key Asian elections to watch in 2024.

Al Jazeera

As West condemns Bangladesh election, China and Russia embrace Dhaka

The nation of 170 million people is moving closer to Beijing and Moscow amid tensions with the West, say analysts.

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