Amid growing demands for President Muhammad Shahabuddin's resignation. The interim government has said that it has not taken any decision for his removal. Watch our full report to know more.

Bangladesh: Will Bangladesh President Step Down ?

Several hundred protesters are in Dhaka and are demanding President Muhammad Shahabuddin's resignation. They tried to storm the Presidential Palace in response to his recent comment on ousted former prime minister Sheikh Hasina. Watch in for more details!

Protests Erupt In Bangladesh Over President Shahabuddin's Comment On Sheikh Hasina

Hundreds of protestors took to the streets in Bangladesh demanding the resignation of the President over his recent comment on former prime minister Sheikh Hasina, who fled the country in August.

Hundreds of protestors took to the streets in Bangladesh demanding the resignation of the President over his recent comment on former prime minister Sheikh Hasina, who fled the country in August. Protesters blocked roads on Tuesday (Oct 22) and demanded the resignation of President Mohammed Shahabuddin. In an interview with the Bangla daily Manab Zamin last week, Shahabuddin said he did not have any documentary evidence of Hasina resigning as prime minister before she fled the country. The anti-discrimination Student Movement, which led the campaign to remove Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, seized the presidential palace, Banga Bhaban. #Bangladesh once again on the boil. Protesters clash with police while demonstrating in front of the Bangabhaban, or the President's House in #Dhaka on Tuesday evening. Protesters have been demanding the resignation of President Mohammed Shahabuddin over his recent remarks… pic.twitter.com/MuuFLRqZ0E — Indrajit Kundu | ইন্দ্রজিৎ (@iindrojit) October 22, 2024 × They also held a rally at the central Shaheed Minar in Dhaka. Also read | Bill Gates backs Kamala Harris by secretly donating $50 million for her presidential run: Report During clashes, five people, including two journalists, were reportedly injured as law enforcement attempted to prevent a group from entering the president's house. The Business Standard quoted hospital sources as saying that two people sustained gunshot injuries when security forces fired shots to contain protesters from breaking the barricades of the presidential palace. Videos shared on social media showed protestors under different banners scuffling with police. #Bangladesh : Once again violent protests have started in Dhaka and other parts , where alleged student protestors are demanding the resignation of Bangladesh’s President Mohammed Shahbuddin pic.twitter.com/FJWnuDff9Y — Amitabh Chaudhary (@MithilaWaala) October 23, 2024 × Police were seen launching lathi charges and firing tear gas shells to disperse the crowd. The Anti-Discrimination Student Movement also issued an ultimatum to the new interim government led by Muhammad Yunus. Protestors have reportedly raised five key demands, including the removal of President Mohammed Shahabuddin and the abolition of the 1972 constitution. "Our first point is immediate scrapping of the 'pro-Mujb (Bangladesh's founding leader) 1972 Constitution' which kept Chuppu (president's nickname) in office," said Hasnat Abdullah, one of the coordinators of the Anti-Discrimination Students Movement. Also read | Indian man exposes genitals, masturbates on US-bound flight; makes indecent proposal to woman Abdullah also said the protestors would "return to the streets with full force" if the government failed to meet the demands by this week.

Protest erupts in Bangladesh as students demand president's resignation

Several hundred protesters are in Dhaka and are demanding President Muhammad Shahabuddin's resignation. They tried to storm the Presidential Palace in response to his recent comment on ousted former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. Watch in for more details!

Bangladesh: Another Round Of Unrest Erupts Demanding President Shahabuddin's Resignation

The Indian government has extended the residence permit of exiled Bangladeshi author Taslima Nasreen on Tuesday (Oct 22), according to Indian news agency ANI.&nbsp;

This comes a day after Nasreen took to the social media platform X&nbsp;and appealed to Home Minister Amit Shah to let her stay in the country, where she has been residing for the last 20 years.&nbsp;

In her post, the author expressed her love for India, saying that the Ministry of Home Affairs has not been extending her residence permit since July 2022.&nbsp;

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<h2>Who is Taslima Nasreen?</h2>

Exiled Bangladeshi author Nasreen has been living in exile since 1994, after she was forced to leave Bangladesh after a row over her book "Lajja".&nbsp;

She was later criticised by Islamist fundamentalists for her articles on communalism and women's equality in Bangladesh. Dhaka government also banned some of her books, including her breakthrough novel "Lajja" and her autobiography "Amar Meyebela".&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/exiled-bangladeshi-author-taslima-nasreen-takes-a-dig-at-sheikh-hasinas-ouster-with-same-islamists-remark-747578">Also read:&nbsp;Exiled Bangladeshi author Taslima Nasreen takes a dig at Sheikh Hasina's ouster with 'same Islamists' remark</a>

When she was forced to leave Bangladesh, she spent the next 10 years in exile in Sweden, Germany, France, and the US.&nbsp;

Later, between 2004 and 2007, she stayed in Kolkata. However, later, she had to leave the city following violent protests by radical Muslims demanding that she&nbsp;leave India.

Then, she shifted to Delhi for three months and later had to leave India in 2008 for the US.&nbsp;

However, after a few years, she returned back to India.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

The Indian government has extended the residence permit of exiled Bangladeshi author Taslima Nasreen on Tuesday (Oct 22), according to Indian news agency ANI. This comes a day after Nasreen took to the social media platform X and appealed to Home Minister Amit Shah to let her stay in the country, where she has been residing for the last 20 years.

The Indian government has extended the residence permit of exiled Bangladeshi author Taslima Nasreen on Tuesday (Oct 22), according to Indian news agency ANI. This comes a day after Nasreen took to the social media platform X and appealed to Home Minister Amit Shah to let her stay in the country, where she has been residing for the last 20 years. In her post, the author expressed her love for India, saying that the Ministry of Home Affairs has not been extending her residence permit since July 2022. .@AmitShah Dear AmitShahji 🙏Namaskar. I live in India because I love this great country. It has been my 2nd home for the last 20yrs. But MHA has not been extending my residence permit since July22. I'm so worried.I would be so grateful to you if you let me stay. Warm regards.🙏 — taslima nasreen (@taslimanasreen) October 21, 2024 × She later shared another post, thanking Amit Shah. . @AmitShah 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏A world of thanks. 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏 — taslima nasreen (@taslimanasreen) October 22, 2024 × Who is Taslima Nasreen? Exiled Bangladeshi author Nasreen has been living in exile since 1994, after she was forced to leave Bangladesh after a row over her book "Lajja". She was later criticised by Islamist fundamentalists for her articles on communalism and women's equality in Bangladesh. Dhaka government also banned some of her books, including her breakthrough novel "Lajja" and her autobiography "Amar Meyebela". Also read: Exiled Bangladeshi author Taslima Nasreen takes a dig at Sheikh Hasina's ouster with 'same Islamists' remark When she was forced to leave Bangladesh, she spent the next 10 years in exile in Sweden, Germany, France, and the US. Later, between 2004 and 2007, she stayed in Kolkata. However, later, she had to leave the city following violent protests by radical Muslims demanding that she leave India. Then, she shifted to Delhi for three months and later had to leave India in 2008 for the US. However, after a few years, she returned back to India. (With inputs from agencies)

Bangladeshi author Taslima Nasreen thanks India for residency permit extension

Chinese Navy's training ship Qi Jiguang and amphibious dock landing ship Jinggangshan docked at Bangladesh's Chittagong this weekend, a move that should raise security concerns for India.

The docking on Saturday (Oct 13) as part of a three-day goodwill visit was the first since the dramatic events of August that saw the ouster of Sheikh Hasina as Bangladesh prime minister after months-long student-led protests and the installation of an interim government led by Nobel Laureate Muhammad Yunus.&nbsp;

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The port call, characterised by Chinese envoy to Bangladesh Yao Wen as a symbol of strengthening of Bangladesh-China ties, aims to enhance cooperation with the Bangladesh Navy.

Delhi circles are viewing this as another instance of China exerting its influence in the region.&nbsp;Some security analysts are setting off alarm bells about the increasing Chinese influence in the region.&nbsp;&nbsp;

This is a threat to India's influence, with Frédéric Grare of the Australian National University noting that the China-Bangladesh dynamics could unsettle India.

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While the port visit of Chinese ships is a mark of continuity and not a qualitative change in relationship, Delhi should and is probably worried about the overall dynamic and uncomfortable with the present uncertainty, The South China Morning Post quoted him as saying.

The Bangladesh port call comes close on the heels of similar military gengagesments by China in South Asia, including&nbsp;the establishment of a submarine base in Bangladesh in May and presence of Chinese ships in Sri Lanaka.&nbsp;

“These facilities can also host Chinese research vessels, whose increasing presence in the Indian Ocean, particularly around the Maldives and Sri Lanka, is a growing concern for New Delhi,” Viraj Solanki from the International Institute for Strategic Studies told the paper.

A Chinese naval ship recently docked in Sri Lanka, amid consternation in India about the so-called 'research vessels' visiting ports in the island nation,&nbsp;which India suspects are maritime surveillance operations.

India and the current regime in Bangladesh have not started off well, particularly as New Delhi was seen to be supporting Hasina, who had sought refuge in the neighbouring country after the political upheaval of August.

The support China shows to Yunus regime&nbsp;should make India shift its approach towards Bangladesh, according to analysts.

Bangladesh is strategically significant in regional geopolitics, a fact underscored by the Chinese naval diplomacy.

In May, the two nations held the first joint military training exercise, The Golden Friendship, focused on anti-terrorism and UN peacekeeping operations. Chinese defence ministry spokesman Wu Qian said it included hostage rescue&nbsp; and counter-terror drills.

With China in mind, India is also enhancing its defence cooperation with neighbours.

Earlier in October, India and the Maldives agreed to enhance maritime security cooperation after a visit by Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu.

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With Sri Lanka, India established maritime rescue coordination centres in June in Hambantota and Colombo. India, Sri Lanka, the Maldives and Mauritius are part of the Colombo Security Conclave on maritime cooperation.

For its part, China had entered into several pacts with Bangladesh before the August uprising. Pooja Bhatt at the Jindal School of International Affairs in India noted that Beijing is keen to continue these engagements and revive its military ties with Bangladesh under its new government.

Lailufar Yasmin at the University of Dhaka said the arrival of Chinese vessels should prompt Delhi to reassess its relationship with the new Bangladeshi government. “It should also carefully consider the overwhelming support that the new regime of Bangladesh received worldwide, including in China and carefully recalibrate its relationship with Bangladesh 2.0.”&nbsp;

"India should start recognising the rationale behind the Bangladesh revolution instead of pointing fingers at external actors,” SCMP quoted her as saying.

(With inputs from agencies)

Chinese Navy's training ship Qi Jiguang and amphibious dock landing ship Jinggangshan docked at Bangladesh's Chittagong this weekend, a move that should raise security concerns for India.

Chinese Navy's training ship Qi Jiguang and amphibious dock landing ship Jinggangshan docked at Bangladesh's Chittagong this weekend, a move that should raise security concerns for India. The docking on Saturday (Oct 13) as part of a three-day goodwill visit was the first since the dramatic events of August that saw the ouster of Sheikh Hasina as Bangladesh prime minister after months-long student-led protests and the installation of an interim government led by Nobel Laureate Muhammad Yunus. Watch: Bangladesh crisis: India expresses concern over Bangladesh crisis × The port call, characterised by Chinese envoy to Bangladesh Yao Wen as a symbol of strengthening of Bangladesh-China ties, aims to enhance cooperation with the Bangladesh Navy. Delhi circles are viewing this as another instance of China exerting its influence in the region. Some security analysts are setting off alarm bells about the increasing Chinese influence in the region. This is a threat to India's influence, with Frédéric Grare of the Australian National University noting that the China-Bangladesh dynamics could unsettle India. Also read: Chinese ambassador to Bangladesh praises students who protested against previous Hasina govt While the port visit of Chinese ships is a mark of continuity and not a qualitative change in relationship, Delhi should and is probably worried about the overall dynamic and uncomfortable with the present uncertainty, The South China Morning Post quoted him as saying. The Bangladesh port call comes close on the heels of similar military gengagesments by China in South Asia, including the establishment of a submarine base in Bangladesh in May and presence of Chinese ships in Sri Lanaka. “These facilities can also host Chinese research vessels, whose increasing presence in the Indian Ocean, particularly around the Maldives and Sri Lanka, is a growing concern for New Delhi,” Viraj Solanki from the International Institute for Strategic Studies told the paper. A Chinese naval ship recently docked in Sri Lanka, amid consternation in India about the so-called 'research vessels' visiting ports in the island nation, which India suspects are maritime surveillance operations. India and the current regime in Bangladesh have not started off well, particularly as New Delhi was seen to be supporting Hasina, who had sought refuge in the neighbouring country after the political upheaval of August. The support China shows to Yunus regime should make India shift its approach towards Bangladesh, according to analysts. Bangladesh is strategically significant in regional geopolitics, a fact underscored by the Chinese naval diplomacy. In May, the two nations held the first joint military training exercise, The Golden Friendship, focused on anti-terrorism and UN peacekeeping operations. Chinese defence ministry spokesman Wu Qian said it included hostage rescue and counter-terror drills. With China in mind, India is also enhancing its defence cooperation with neighbours. Earlier in October, India and the Maldives agreed to enhance maritime security cooperation after a visit by Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu. Also read: Indian, Maldivian govts sign MoUs including currency swap deal worth $400 million With Sri Lanka, India established maritime rescue coordination centres in June in Hambantota and Colombo. India, Sri Lanka, the Maldives and Mauritius are part of the Colombo Security Conclave on maritime cooperation. For its part, China had entered into several pacts with Bangladesh before the August uprising. Pooja Bhatt at the Jindal School of International Affairs in India noted that Beijing is keen to continue these engagements and revive its military ties with Bangladesh under its new government. Lailufar Yasmin at the University of Dhaka said the arrival of Chinese vessels should prompt Delhi to reassess its relationship with the new Bangladeshi government. “It should also carefully consider the overwhelming support that the new regime of Bangladesh received worldwide, including in China and carefully recalibrate its relationship with Bangladesh 2.0.” "India should start recognising the rationale behind the Bangladesh revolution instead of pointing fingers at external actors,” SCMP quoted her as saying. (With inputs from agencies)

Chinese Navy ships docked in Bangladesh this weekend. Why should it be of concern to India?

Bangladesh’s garment industry, which accounts for 85% of the country's $55 billion in annual exports, has suffered a significant blow in recent times. Industry leaders have reported losses totaling $400 million, primarily caused by disruptions following the ousting of the former prime minister, Sheikh Hasina, in a student-led revolution. Watch in for more details!

Political Turmoil Costs Bangladesh's Garment Sector $400 Mn

According to media reports on Friday, a senior advisor in Bangladesh's interim government stated that his nation would vehemently object if India attempted to deny the extradition of former prime minister Sheikh Hasina by pointing to any clause in the treaty.

Hasina Should Be Extradited: Bangladesh

Bangladesh court issues arrest warrant for Ex-Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina. Sheikh Hasina fled to India in August after her govt was toppled by student-led protests. Warrant has been issued against Ex-Pm and 45 others for crime against humanity. Hasina was at helm of those who committed massacres and crimes against humanity: Chief Prosecutor. Watch to know more!

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Journalists involved in the murders connected to the anti-discrimination student movement will be prosecuted at the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT), according to law adviser Dr. Asif Nazrul.

Bangladesh Cracks Brutal Whip Against Journalists

The International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) on Thursday issued arrest warrants against Bangladesh's former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and 45 other top Awami League leaders, including former ministers and officials. WION tells you more in this report.

Bangladesh's ICT Issues Arrest Warrant Against Sheikh Hasina and 45 Others

Bangladesh's interim government has removed eight national holidays that were introduced during Sheikh Hasina's tenure. The decision marks a significant change in the country’s public holiday calendar, sparking debate about the motivations and potential impact on national traditions.

Bangladesh: Interim Government Scraps Eight National Holidays Introduced By Sheikh Hasina

Bangladesh appears to be eroding the memory of its independence hero, Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, regarded as the Father of the Nation.&nbsp;The interim government&nbsp;has cancelled eight national observances, which include Mujibur Rahman's birth and death anniversaries&nbsp;as well as the day he gave his iconic speech.&nbsp;

The decision was announced on Wednesday (Oct 16) after the approval of the Chief Adviser of the interim government of Bangladesh, Muhammad Yunus.&nbsp;

“The Advisory Council recently took the decision to cancel the eight days in a meeting. The Cabinet Division will issue a circular cancelling these days soon,” read the statement.&nbsp;

The cancelled observances include:

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	<li>March 7, commemorating Bangabandhu's historic speech</li>
	<li>March 17, Bangabandhu’s birth anniversary and National Children’s Day</li>
	<li>August 5, the birth anniversary of Captain Sheikh Kamal</li>
	<li>August 8, the birth anniversary of Bangamata Begum Fazilatunnesa Mujib</li>
	<li>August 15, the death anniversary of Bangabandhu and National Mourning Day</li>
	<li>October 18, Sheikh Russell Day</li>
	<li>November 4, National Constitution Day</li>
	<li>December 12, Smart Bangladesh Day</li>
</ul>

Notably, Rahman became Bangladesh's&nbsp;first prime minister before introducing a one-party system and assuming the presidency in January 1975. Within a year Rahman was assassinated by a group of soldiers on August 15, along with his wife and three sons.

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<h2>Bangladesh forgetting its roots?</h2>

This is not the first instance when Bangladesh has attempted to erode the legacy of&nbsp;Rahman, nicknamed&nbsp;Bangabandhu. After former prime minister Sheikh Hasina left the country, one of&nbsp;Rahman's statues was destroyed in the capital city of Dhaka.&nbsp;

Last month,&nbsp;members of the National Press Club in Dhaka&nbsp;were seen commemorating the 76th death anniversary of Muhammad Ali Jinnah -- the founding father of Pakistan.

Bangladesh, previously known as East Pakistan, was liberated from Islamabad's clutches in 1971 with India playing a pivotal part. However, the speakers at the press club not only serenaded Jinnah but also chided India.

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Nagorik Parishad convenor Md Samsuddin&nbsp;claimed that Bangladesh avoided a fate similar to Kashmir by being a part of Pakistan in 1947.

"If Bangladesh had not been part of Pakistan in 1947, we would have been in the same position as Kashmir today, with the Indian junta holding weapons to our necks. Bangladesh gained independence because of Pakistan, which Jinnah helped create," Samsuddin said.

He added that Dhaka should look to foster ties with China and Pakistan.&nbsp;Md Shakhawat, another attendee claimed that the 'political incompetence' and 'strife' in the Indian subcontinent were ended by Jinnah.

Notably, despite being part of Pakistan, erstwhile East Pakistan received a step-motherly treatment as the region's economy nearly crashed, people suffered while the ruling class, sitting in Islamabad, looked the other way. 
 
The authorities in Islamabad viewed the Bengali Muslims in the East as "too 'Bengali" and their application of Islam as "inferior and impure"&nbsp;and unreliable "co-religionists".

(With inputs from agencies)

Bangladesh appears to be eroding the memory of its independence hero, Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, regarded as the Father of the Nation. The interim government has cancelled eight national observances, which include Mujibur Rahman's birth and death anniversaries as well as the day he gave his iconic speech.

Bangladesh appears to be eroding the memory of its independence hero, Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, regarded as the Father of the Nation. The interim government has cancelled eight national observances, which include Mujibur Rahman's birth and death anniversaries as well as the day he gave his iconic speech. The decision was announced on Wednesday (Oct 16) after the approval of the Chief Adviser of the interim government of Bangladesh, Muhammad Yunus. “The Advisory Council recently took the decision to cancel the eight days in a meeting. The Cabinet Division will issue a circular cancelling these days soon,” read the statement. The cancelled observances include: March 7, commemorating Bangabandhu's historic speech March 17, Bangabandhu’s birth anniversary and National Children’s Day August 5, the birth anniversary of Captain Sheikh Kamal August 8, the birth anniversary of Bangamata Begum Fazilatunnesa Mujib August 15, the death anniversary of Bangabandhu and National Mourning Day October 18, Sheikh Russell Day November 4, National Constitution Day December 12, Smart Bangladesh Day Notably, Rahman became Bangladesh's first prime minister before introducing a one-party system and assuming the presidency in January 1975. Within a year Rahman was assassinated by a group of soldiers on August 15, along with his wife and three sons. Watch | Sheikh Hasina’s Ouster: Where does Bangladesh stand now? Bangladesh forgetting its roots? This is not the first instance when Bangladesh has attempted to erode the legacy of Rahman, nicknamed Bangabandhu. After former prime minister Sheikh Hasina left the country, one of Rahman's statues was destroyed in the capital city of Dhaka. Last month, members of the National Press Club in Dhaka were seen commemorating the 76th death anniversary of Muhammad Ali Jinnah -- the founding father of Pakistan. Bangladesh, previously known as East Pakistan, was liberated from Islamabad's clutches in 1971 with India playing a pivotal part. However, the speakers at the press club not only serenaded Jinnah but also chided India. Also read | Bangladesh interim government recalls envoy to India amid tensions between neighbouring countries Nagorik Parishad convenor Md Samsuddin claimed that Bangladesh avoided a fate similar to Kashmir by being a part of Pakistan in 1947. "If Bangladesh had not been part of Pakistan in 1947, we would have been in the same position as Kashmir today, with the Indian junta holding weapons to our necks. Bangladesh gained independence because of Pakistan, which Jinnah helped create," Samsuddin said. He added that Dhaka should look to foster ties with China and Pakistan. Md Shakhawat, another attendee claimed that the 'political incompetence' and 'strife' in the Indian subcontinent were ended by Jinnah. Notably, despite being part of Pakistan, erstwhile East Pakistan received a step-motherly treatment as the region's economy nearly crashed, people suffered while the ruling class, sitting in Islamabad, looked the other way. The authorities in Islamabad viewed the Bengali Muslims in the East as "too 'Bengali" and their application of Islam as "inferior and impure" and unreliable "co-religionists". (With inputs from agencies)

B'desh eroding memory of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman? His birth, death anniversaries removed as national observances

Bangladesh's former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina faces international tribunal charges. The Tribunal aims to prioritize action against those responsible for the atrocities committed during the protest. Watch to know more.

Bangladesh: International Tribunal Charges Sheikh Hasina

Iran on Saturday banned pagers and walkie-talkies on all flights, according to local media. This comes weeks after Israel allegedly attacked Lebanon with pager attacks, killing at least 39 people. In other news, India slammed Bangladesh over the attacks on Hindu temples during the ongoing Durga Puja festival. The Ministry of External Affairs expressed concerns about the attack on a Puja mandap in Dhaka's Tanti Bazar, and theft at the revered Jeshoreshwari Kali temple at Satkhira. It further called them,&nbsp;"deplorable events" in a statement.&nbsp;

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India has expressed "serious concerns" about the attack on a Puja mandap in Dhaka's Tanti Bazar, Bangladesh on Saturday (Oct 12) amid&nbsp;the ongoing Durga Puja festival. New Delhi also shared concerns over the theft at the revered Jeshoreshwari Kali temple at Satkhira, and called them "deplorable events", the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said in a statement.&nbsp;

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The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) reported on Saturday (Oct 12) that an unknown gunshot hit a peacekeeper the previous day, marking the fifth injury near the Israeli border in southern Lebanon within two days.

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At least seven people died after the wall of a private company collapsed on them at a construction site in the Indian state of&nbsp;Gujarat's Mehsana district on Saturday (Oct 12),&nbsp;India Today reported.&nbsp;

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Excerpts from the memoir of the late Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny have been released, where he expressed his belief that he would die behind bars. The New Yorker magazine published these excerpts on Friday (Oct 11), ahead of the upcoming release of his book,&nbsp;Patriot, on October&nbsp;22.

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Iran on Saturday banned pagers and walkie-talkies on all flights, according to local media. This comes weeks after Israel allegedly attacked Lebanon with pager attacks, killing at least 39 people.

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In India RSS Chief has warned against the growing sentiment of anti India wave. The RSS chief has highlighted the rising number of cases of attack against minorities. In the RSS chief's Dussehra speech he focused on the dangerous trend of radical outfits in Bangladesh trying to paint India in bad light while portraying Pakistan as their friend. Watch to know more.

RSS Chief Slams Bangladesh Anti-India Wave

India has expressed "serious concerns" about the attack on a Puja mandap in Dhaka's Tanti Bazar, Bangladesh on Saturday (Oct 12) amid&nbsp;the ongoing Durga Puja festival.&nbsp;

New Delhi also shared concerns over the theft at the revered Jeshoreshwari Kali temple at Satkhira, and called them "deplorable events", the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said in a statement.&nbsp;

MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal shared a post on X, saying that these events follow a "systematic pattern of desecration" and damage to temples and deities.&nbsp;

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Jaiswal called upon the Bangladesh government to ensure the safety and security of Hindus and all minorities and their places of worship, especially during the festival time.&nbsp;

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This comes in the wake of incidents of theft and vandalism in Bangladesh, targeting Hindu religious sites, days before Durga Puja, a major Hindu festival.&nbsp;

Earlier on Friday, a firebomb was thrown at a Durga Puja Mandap in the Tanti Bazar area of Old Dhaka, triggering panic among worshippers.&nbsp;

Police have found the bomb made by filling a glass bottle with petrol, Bangladesh local newspaper Prothom Alo reported.&nbsp;

The incident took place around 7:00 pm (local time) on Friday. According to locals, a group of youths from an alley beside the Puja mandap tossed a bottle aiming at the altar. When the volunteers ran after the attackers, they were attacked with knives.

Five people were reportedly injured in the incident. No casualties were reported.&nbsp;

<h2>Golden crown gifted by PM Modi stolen from Hindu temple&nbsp;</h2>

A hand-crafted golden crown gifted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi was stolen from a Hindu temple in Bangladesh's southwestern Satkhira district.&nbsp;

Watch |&nbsp;India 'Deeply Concerned' Over Theft of Idol Crown Gifted by PM Modi in Bangladesh

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At least 17 people have been&nbsp;arrested in connection with around 35 violent incidents related to Durga Puja celebrations this month, according to Bangladesh police.&nbsp;

On Friday, MEA stated that India is deeply disturbed by the reported incident of theft of a religious article from a temple in Bangladesh.&nbsp;

According to reports, India further urged Bangladesh's law enforcement authorities to investigate the matter.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

India has expressed "serious concerns" about the attack on a Puja mandap in Dhaka's Tanti Bazar, Bangladesh on Saturday (Oct 12) amid the ongoing Durga Puja festival.

India has expressed "serious concerns" about the attack on a Puja mandap in Dhaka's Tanti Bazar, Bangladesh on Saturday (Oct 12) amid the ongoing Durga Puja festival. New Delhi also shared concerns over the theft at the revered Jeshoreshwari Kali temple at Satkhira, and called them "deplorable events", the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said in a statement. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal shared a post on X, saying that these events follow a "systematic pattern of desecration" and damage to temples and deities. Also read: India calls for investigation after deity's crown, gifted by Modi, stolen from Bangladesh temple Jaiswal called upon the Bangladesh government to ensure the safety and security of Hindus and all minorities and their places of worship, especially during the festival time. Our statement on attack on Puja Mandap and desecration and damage to Hindu temples in Bangladesh:https://t.co/KXGnXLhgjq pic.twitter.com/Ty746nPn5c — Randhir Jaiswal (@MEAIndia) October 12, 2024 × This comes in the wake of incidents of theft and vandalism in Bangladesh, targeting Hindu religious sites, days before Durga Puja, a major Hindu festival. Earlier on Friday, a firebomb was thrown at a Durga Puja Mandap in the Tanti Bazar area of Old Dhaka, triggering panic among worshippers. Police have found the bomb made by filling a glass bottle with petrol, Bangladesh local newspaper Prothom Alo reported. The incident took place around 7:00 pm (local time) on Friday. According to locals, a group of youths from an alley beside the Puja mandap tossed a bottle aiming at the altar. When the volunteers ran after the attackers, they were attacked with knives. Five people were reportedly injured in the incident. No casualties were reported. Golden crown gifted by PM Modi stolen from Hindu temple A hand-crafted golden crown gifted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi was stolen from a Hindu temple in Bangladesh's southwestern Satkhira district. Watch | India 'Deeply Concerned' Over Theft of Idol Crown Gifted by PM Modi in Bangladesh × At least 17 people have been arrested in connection with around 35 violent incidents related to Durga Puja celebrations this month, according to Bangladesh police. On Friday, MEA stated that India is deeply disturbed by the reported incident of theft of a religious article from a temple in Bangladesh. According to reports, India further urged Bangladesh's law enforcement authorities to investigate the matter. (With inputs from agencies)

India slams Bangladesh over attacks on Hindu temple, calls it 'systematic pattern of desecration'

Bangladesh has been stunned by a theft that is sacrilegious, communal, and has strong tones of anti-Indian prejudice. The sacred crown made of gold of the Goddess Kali at the Jeshoresh-Wari Kali Temple in Khulna has been stolen. Meanwhile, a group reportedly claiming to be a ‘cultural organization’ sang an Islamic song on stage during the Durga Puja celebrations in Chittagong. Is Bangladesh slipping into the clutches of religious intolerance?

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In Bangladesh's Satkhira temple on Thursday (Oct 10), when the priest left the temple after performing worship, the cleaning staff noticed later the crown was missing from the goddess’s head. This missing crown was offered by PM Modi in the year 2021.

Theft From Temple In Bangladesh's Satkhira

The United States said it wants to see the rights of the minority communities protected in Bangladesh. The statement comes as Hindus in the country are celebrating their largest Festival of Durga Puja.

US Urges Bangladesh To Protect Minorities

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A minority alliance in Bangladesh staged a mass rally in Dhaka on Friday, urging the government to accept their eight-point demand aimed at safeguarding the rights and well-being of minority communities. The rally, held at the central Shaheed Minar, saw thousands of participants from minority communities across the country, calling for greater protection and justice amid rising concerns over their safety.

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Bangladesh Hindus Mull Canceling Durga Puja, Massive Protest In Dhaka

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The people of Bangladesh are reportedly enduring staggering price hikes, the devastation of natural disasters, and the ever-deepening economic crisis, among others. Bangladesh’s interim government meanwhile continues to speak of reforms and changes that will supposedly shape a better future even as the people of Bangladesh suffer in the present.

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Bangladesh's interim government under Muhammad Yunus has recalled envoys to key countries and global bodies, including India, as part of a major reshuffle.&nbsp;Mustafizur Rahman, the high commissioner to India&nbsp;has been ordered to return to Dhaka quickly.&nbsp;

"You have been transferred to headquarters, Ministry of External Affairs, Dhaka. Therefore, you are requested to relinquish your present charge at Bangladesh High Commission, New Delhi and return to HQ, Dhaka without delay," read the official confirmation letter.&nbsp;

Notably, the recall of the Bangladesh envoy to India comes at a time when relations between New Delhi and Dhaka have plummeted, following the collapse of the Sheikh Hasina government.&nbsp;

Apart from Rahman,&nbsp;Mahbub Hassan Saleh, the ambassador to Belgium;&nbsp;Muhammad Abdul Muhith, the permanent representative to the United Nations; M Allama Siddiqui, the high commissioner to Australia&nbsp;and Rezina Ahmed, the ambassador to Portugal have also been recalled by Dhaka.&nbsp;

This is not the first instance when the Bangladeshi government has terminated the contract of its diplomats in India.

In August,&nbsp;Shaban Mahmud, First Secretary (Press) at the Bangladesh High Commission in New Delhi and&nbsp;Ranjan Sen, a First Secretary (Press) at the Bangladeshi consulate in Kolkata, were also relieved of their duties before the end of their respective tenures.&nbsp;

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<h2>Why the breakdown in relations?</h2>

Former PM Hasina has sought refuge in the northern Indian city of Ghaziabad ever since fleeing Bangladesh as the demonstrators&nbsp;took over her official residence in the wake of the students' protest in August.

The interim government has demanded that New Delhi extradite Hasina so that she can be tried in the courts for her involvement in the deaths of the protesters.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/muhammad-yunus-led-govt-in-bdesh-asks-hindus-to-pause-durga-puja-music-during-namaz-azan-758110" target="_blank">Also read |&nbsp;Bangladesh: Muhammad Yunus-led govt asks Hindus to pause Durga Puja music during namaz, azan</a>

Last month, the newly appointed chief prosecutor of the country's International Crimes Tribunal (ICT), Mohammad Taijul, stated that Bangladesh will&nbsp;take 'necessary steps' to secure the extradition of Hasina.&nbsp;

“Necessary steps will be taken to bring former prime minister Hasina back under the extradition treaty with India to try her on charges of mass killings during the student-led protests in July and August,” Taijul said.&nbsp;

The relations have also deteriorated due to the condition of Bangladeshi Hindus in the country where they have been subjected to brutal treatment from the majority Muslim populace.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Bangladesh's interim government under Muhammad Yunus has recalled envoys to key countries and global bodies, including India, as part of a major reshuffle. Mustafizur Rahman, the high commissioner to India has been ordered to return to Dhaka quickly.

Bangladesh's interim government under Muhammad Yunus has recalled envoys to key countries and global bodies, including India, as part of a major reshuffle. Mustafizur Rahman, the high commissioner to India has been ordered to return to Dhaka quickly. "You have been transferred to headquarters, Ministry of External Affairs, Dhaka. Therefore, you are requested to relinquish your present charge at Bangladesh High Commission, New Delhi and return to HQ, Dhaka without delay," read the official confirmation letter. Notably, the recall of the Bangladesh envoy to India comes at a time when relations between New Delhi and Dhaka have plummeted, following the collapse of the Sheikh Hasina government. Apart from Rahman, Mahbub Hassan Saleh, the ambassador to Belgium; Muhammad Abdul Muhith, the permanent representative to the United Nations; M Allama Siddiqui, the high commissioner to Australia and Rezina Ahmed, the ambassador to Portugal have also been recalled by Dhaka. This is not the first instance when the Bangladeshi government has terminated the contract of its diplomats in India. In August, Shaban Mahmud, First Secretary (Press) at the Bangladesh High Commission in New Delhi and Ranjan Sen, a First Secretary (Press) at the Bangladeshi consulate in Kolkata, were also relieved of their duties before the end of their respective tenures. Watch | Sheikh Hasina’s Ouster: Where does Bangladesh stand now? Why the breakdown in relations? Former PM Hasina has sought refuge in the northern Indian city of Ghaziabad ever since fleeing Bangladesh as the demonstrators took over her official residence in the wake of the students' protest in August. The interim government has demanded that New Delhi extradite Hasina so that she can be tried in the courts for her involvement in the deaths of the protesters. Also read | Bangladesh: Muhammad Yunus-led govt asks Hindus to pause Durga Puja music during namaz, azan Last month, the newly appointed chief prosecutor of the country's International Crimes Tribunal (ICT), Mohammad Taijul, stated that Bangladesh will take 'necessary steps' to secure the extradition of Hasina. “Necessary steps will be taken to bring former prime minister Hasina back under the extradition treaty with India to try her on charges of mass killings during the student-led protests in July and August,” Taijul said. The relations have also deteriorated due to the condition of Bangladeshi Hindus in the country where they have been subjected to brutal treatment from the majority Muslim populace. (With inputs from agencies)

Bangladesh interim government recalls envoy to India amid tensions between neighbouring countries

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#gravitas | Protests were back on the streets of Bangladesh's capital, Dhaka on Monday. In one incident, protestors raised demands for the interim Bangladeshi government to increase the age limit for government jobs from 31 to 35. While in the other, protestors, mainly garment workers, raised demands for the interim government to clear their dues. Both these protests led to clashes with police leading to violence. At least 1 person has died and 50 injured, in these clashes, leading to fears that the situation in Bangladesh continues to remain on the boil.

Bangladesh: Dhaka Sees Multiple Protests

PM Modi and Muhammad Yunus, the chief advisor to the interim government of Bangladesh, are expected to meet next month during the Bimstec meeting. Although an official date has not yet been set, it is suggested that the summit take place in Bangkok the following month. The Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) will hold its next summit in Thailand.

Indian PM Narendra Modi Is Likely To Meet Bangladesh's Muhammad Yunus

In Bangladesh the interim government will be holding talks with political parties to discuss the new reforms. In September, the Chief Advisor Yunus said that six independent commissions would be set up to reform the constitution judiciary electoral system, police and the anti corruption commission. Watch to know more.

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