Thousands of workers in four districts and their families cheered as Hasina made the promise after listening to their ordeals via video conferencing on Saturday. “I know that an address changes life.
India eyes defence pact during Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina’s visit
India and Bangladesh have sought to create a model for regional cooperation besides reviving several connectivity initiatives over the last few years. The Akhaura-Agartala rail link will reopen soon, …
Myanmar envoy to be summoned again on aircraft crossing Bangladesh border: Shahriar
State Minister for Foreign Affairs Md Shahriar Alam has said Myanmar ambassador to Bangladesh will be summoned tomorrow (4 September) over today’s incident of landing Myanmar’s mortar shells inside …
4 Myanmar fighter aircraft reportedly cross into Bangladesh’s air space in Bandarban
At least four Myanmar fighter aircraft reportedly crossed into Bangladesh’s air space over Naikhongchhari upazila in Bandarban Saturday morning. Making the claim, Bandarban Superintendent of Police …
Bangladesh opposition supporter killed in police firing during protest
A supporter of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party, led by opposition leader and former prime minister Khaleda Zia, was killed and 28 others were injured on Thursday as the police opened fire during a …
Tripura’s trade volume with Bangladesh grew 158% in 3yrs: Indian official
Tripura’s trade with Bangladesh used to be Rs390.68 crore, the figure now stands at Rs1,008.4 crore (Tk1.19 = Rs1) …
Old video of boy pulled from river in Bangladesh mispresented amid India floods
Footage of men on a boat rushing to save a drowning boy is circulating in posts claiming it shows a dramatic rescue on India’s Chambal river. The posts, which racked up tens of thousands of views, …
Understanding the Proposed Bangladesh-India Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement
CEPA has the potential be a game-changing agreement given the geographic proximity and economic potential of Bangladesh and India.
Myanmar Junta Bombs Bangladesh Border Zone After Outpost Attack
The regime launched airstrikes after the Arakan Army killed 19 police officers at a border outpost in Maungdaw Township, Rakhine State, on Wednesday.
Sri Lanka snatches thrilling 2-wicket win over Bangladesh
Sri Lanka pulled off a sensational two-wicket victory over Bangladesh and advanced to the Super 4 stage of Asia Cup on Thursday. In a must-win last Group B game, Sri Lanka’s tailenders held their …