A village in a poor region in Bangladesh has become notorious for the kidney trade. The village of Baiguni, which is located in the impoverished nation's Kalai Upazila region, is often called the "village of one kidney" because several residents have one of their two kidneys for monetary reward.

Inside Bangladesh's 'village of one kidney': Victim promised $5700, received half, and pain

Chasing a modest 245, the visitors looked to be cruising at 100 for one, before the wheels came off spectacularly – losing seven wickets for just five runs in the space of 26 balls to be eventually shot out for 167.

Bangladesh lose seven wickets for five runs to concede ODI series opener to Sri Lanka

The quantum of punishment for Hasina was decided by a three-member bench of the ICT-1, headed by Chairman Justice Md Golam Martuza Mozumdar, according to report.

Bangladesh's Sheikh Hasina sentenced to 6 months in prison in contempt of court case - Here's what we know

 Recent measures include withdrawing transshipment facilities and imposing port restrictions on Bangladeshi goods, perceived as retaliation for remarks by Bangladesh interim government head regarding India’s northeastern states. 

India restricts Bangladesh jute imports via land borders amid frayed ties

This funding increases total disbursements to $3.61 billion, leaving $1.09 billion for later. The loan aims to stabilise the economy, support climate resilience, and advance reforms. Future disbursements depend on continued compliance with IMF conditions.

Bangladesh to receive $1.3 billion from IMF after reform deal

Nobel Laureate Rabindranath Tagore's ancestral home in Bangladesh has been vandalised by a group of individuals. The property in Sirajganj district is currently being run as a museum showing Tagore's life, and the incident took place on June 8 after an altercation over parking fee at the premises.

Mob vandalises Rabindranath Tagore's ancestral home in Bangladesh

Bangladesh to hold elections in April 2026, first after Sheikh Hasina ouster - here is her journey from being Iron lady to hardliner


Bangladesh to hold elections in April 2026, first after Sheikh Hasina's ouster - here's her journey from being 'Iron lady' to hardliner

The interim government of Bangladesh refutes claims of revoking the Father of the Nation title and altering the freedom fighter status of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, calling media reports false and misleading.

Bangladesh govt denies dropping 'Father of the Nation' title for Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, calls reports 'baseless and misleading'

Bangladesh's interim government under Muhammad Yunus unveiled the country's new banknotes replacing Mujibur Rahman's portrait

Bangladesh's Yunus unveils first specimen of new banknotes, Mujibur Rahman’s portrait replaced - See Pics

For decades, Rahman’s image appeared on every denomination of the Bangladeshi currency. He is also the father of Sheikh Hasina, the ousted prime minister whose removal has sparked political unrest across the country.

No more Mujib but Hindu, Buddhist temples: Bangladesh drops Hasina's father's image from new currency

Hasina has rejected the charges as politically motivated. Bangladesh Television, the country’s national broadcaster, telecast the proceedings live. The ICT was set up by Hasina in 2009 to investigate crimes committed by the Pakistani army during Bangladesh’s war for independence in 1971.

Sheikh Hasina charged with ‘crimes against humanity’ as trial begins in Bangladesh

Ambassadors from Turkiye, Bangladesh, Kazakhstan, Thailand, Costa Rica, and Saint Kitts and Nevis presented their credentials to President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan.

Envoys from Turkey, Bangladesh among six top present credentials to President Droupadi Murmu

Thirteen people, including a woman and a newborn, were left stranded in a no-man's land between India and Bangladesh.

13 stranded in no man's land as India, Bangladesh deny to recognise their citizenship

Tajul Islam told the tribunal that a highly “tense and volatile” meeting took place in the night of August 4 at the PM’s residence, which saw heated arguments. The meeting was attended by senior Cabinet members and all the heads of security forces.

‘Shoot me, bury me here in Ganabhaban,’ thundered defiant Sheikh Hasina before fleeing Dhaka

Yunus will participate in the 30th Nikkei Forum Future of Asia and hold bilateral talks with Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba. Dhaka has sought $1 billion from Japan in the form of a soft loan, and the announcement will come formally after the bilateral talks between the two leaders.

Bangladesh eyes budgetary support, funding for railways as Yunus heads to Tokyo

Amid reports of rift between Bangladesh's interim head Muhammad Yunus and the army, the country’s top army officers said they were working closely

'Sometimes even in families...': Bangladesh Army's 'working closely' message amid reports of rift with Muhammad Yunus

Hamza is notorious for his alleged extremist teachings and terror links, as he promotes religious intolerance, hatred, and violence in his sermons. He is also alleged to be an influential figure in Ansar al-Islam (AAI), a pro-Al-Qaeda terrorist organisation operating in Bangladesh.

Jamaat-e-Islami names Islamic preacher Amir Hamza as parliamentary poll candidate in Bangladesh

Former PM Sheikh Hasina's renewed attack comes amid growing friction between Yunus and Bangladesh Army Chief Waker-uz-Zaman, who has demanded that elections be held by December this year. Hasina accused Yunus of seizing power with the help of terrorists and now governing with their support.

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In addition to political pressure, Yunus is also facing a challenge in his relationship with the military. The Army chief, General Waker-Uz-Zaman, recently stated that elections should be held by December, suggesting a clear difference of opinion with the interim leader.

'He didn’t say he will leave': Yunus to stay as head of Bangladesh’s interim govt, says aide amid resignation rumours

Bangladesh minister says Yunus 'not going to step down'

Interim chief advisor of Bangladesh, Md. Yunus is considering resignation over a lack of consensus among political parties for the upcoming elections and other internal conflicts.

Bangladesh Interim Chief Muhammad Yunus considering resignation over internal conflict: Reports

Foreign Secretary of Bangladesh Md Jashim Uddin, faces removal after policy clashes with interim government figures Muhammad Yunus and Touhid Hossain, including over Rohingya refugee corridors and Pakistan asset claims.

Bangaldesh's Foreign Secretary, Md Jashim Uddin is on his out way after clashes with the interim government of Muhammad Yunus

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