The joint investigation by German broadcaster DW, Sweden-based investigative outlet Netra News, and German newspaper Süddeutsche Zeitung alleges that the UN is seemingly turning a blind eye to Bangladesh and Sri Lanka’s deployment of officers with serious allegations of human rights violations as peacekeepers.
Bangladesh’s military calls DW report ‘false and fallacious’
A DW investigation into human rights abusers that were deployed as UN peacekeepers has been met fierce rejection from officials in Bangladesh. The reaction follows attacks on DW employees by pro-government media.
Cyclones in Bangladesh: Fewer but fiercer since the 90s
Sidr hit Bangladesh in 2007 with heavy rains, strong winds and storm surge, resulting in the death of around 3,000 people and damage to property worth around $450 million, according to reports.
Non-Bank Financial Institutions in Bangladesh: Unsung Financial Heroes
Though less recognized than banks, Non-Bank Financial Institutions (NBFIs) have played a crucial role in shaping Bangladesh’s economic landscape, acting as essential sources of lending and borrowing for the past four decades.
Bangladesh calls DW report ‘false and fallacious’
A DW investigation into human rights abusers deployed as UN peacekeepers has been vehemently rejected by officials in Bangladesh. The reaction follows attacks on DW employees by pro-government media.
Some 45,000 Rohingya flee amid allegations of beheading, burning in Myanmar
UN rights chief Volker Turk urges Bangladesh, other countries ‘to provide effective protection’ to the latest refugees.
Cyclone Remal formed, landfall likely between West Bengal, Bangladesh coasts on Sunday midnight
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Anwarul Azim Anar murder case: Bangladesh home minister says businessman-friend Shahin key suspect
We are working on a system to bring Shahin back…We are in touch with all the agencies concerned including the Interpol to ensure justice to our parliamentarian’s family’ …
Pranay Verma inaugurates new Indian investment in Bangladesh
Indian High Commissioner Pranay Verma and Private Industry & Investment Adviser of Bangladesh Prime Minister, Salman Fazlur Rahman, MP, jointly inaugurated a new plant of India’s leading …
Taxing times: Bangladesh’s road to economic stability
The global recession following Covid-19 and the soaring costs of fuel imports due to the Russia-Ukraine conflict considerably strained Bangladesh’s foreign currency reserves. With limited alternatives,