Biman Bangladesh Airlines cabin crew honeytrap scandal: Two air hostesses of the Bangladeshi airline have been accused of entering romantic relationships with rich businessmen, taking gifts, cash and jewellery from them and then ghosting them, threatening to expose their private pictures.

High-flying honeytrap: Two air hostesses of a Bangladeshi airline embroiled in mile-high romantic scandal

Bangladesh: Islamist Parties reportedly gearing up for simultaneous protests 


Bangladesh is boosting power imports from India and output from fuel oil-fired power plants in a scramble to meet rising electricity demand as it grapples with constraints on gas supply and coal plant maintenance, industry officials and analysts say.
Power imports, mainly from an Adani Power-run (ADAN.NS), opens new tab coal-fired plant in eastern India, rose 70% in the seven months through July and helped satisfy most of the rising demand, government data showed.


Bangladesh Power Imports From India Surge By 70% in Jan-July Amid Blackouts | WION

Bangladesh has approved the export of 1,200 tonnes of Hilsa to India—half the quantity it permitted around the same time in 2024. With the festive season approaching, the Bangladeshi government has set a minimum export price of Rs 1,100 per kg (approximately \$12.5/kg), reflecting Hilsa’s reputation as a delicacy prized by discerning fish lovers.

Bangladesh allows 1200 tonnes of Hilsa export to India ahead of Durga Puja

Bangladesh has approved the export of 1,200 tonnes of Hilsa to India—half the quantity it permitted around the same time in 2024. With the festive season approaching, the Bangladeshi government has set a minimum export price of Rs 1,100 per kg (approximately \$12.5/kg), reflecting Hilsa’s reputation as a delicacy prized by discerning fish lovers.


Bangladesh Allows Fresh Hilsa Export To India Ahead Of Durga Puja 

Could one of the world’s most mysterious diamonds be sitting unnoticed in a bank vault in Bangladesh? The interim government in Dhaka has ordered the unsealing of a state-run bank’s vault, believed to possibly contain the Dariya-e-Noor; the legendary sister diamond of the Kohinoor.

Both gems are believed to have originated from the Golconda mines in southern India. While the Kohinoor is currently in the UK, the Dariya-e-Noor has not been officially seen for decades. So how did it supposedly reach Bangladesh? And what do we really know about its origins?

Dariya-e-Noor mystery: Is Kohinoor’s sister diamond hidden in a Bangladesh bank vault?

Bangladesh’s Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) is set to file a major graft case against 35 individuals, including Saima Wazed, daughter of former PM Sheikh Hasina, and the heads of eight powerful business groups like Beximco, Summit, and United. The case involves alleged embezzlement of Tk 448.94 crore from Shuchona Foundation, founded by Saima. Former top NBR officials are also accused of providing tax exemptions in exchange for bribes.

Graft case against Sheikh Hasina's daughter: ACC to sue Saima Wazed, 8 business group chiefs

Almost a year after Sheikh Hasina's ouster from the country and collapse of her Awami League government, the interim government headed by Muhammad Yunus continues to be under scrutiny. The chief reason being elections. Yunus now says, fresh elections will be held in February 2026. Watch this video to find out more.

Bangladesh polls 2026: Opinions remain divided | Yunus holds meetings with political parties 

It's 8 years since the Rohingya exodus from Myanmar into squalid refugee camps in Cox's Bazaar in Bangladesh. No hope in sight of an end to their nightmare. Inside South Asia reflects back at the challenges of Rohingya refugees.


8 years into the Rohingya nightmare

BNP’s Fakhrul warns of bid to erase 1971 war, says extremism threatens Bangladesh.

Political storm in Bangladesh over liberation legacy 

BNP Leader Warns of Bid to Erase 1971 Liberation War's Legacy | WION World News



BNP Leader Warns of Bid to Erase 1971 Liberation War's Legacy | WION

Bangladesh polls 2026: Yunus' attempt to placate tensions 

Bangladesh Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus, addressing an international conference in Cox’s Bazar, said that hosting 1.3 million Rohingya refugees has stretched the country’s economy, environment, and governance to the limit.

'No more resources': Bangladesh chief advisor Yunus urges international community to help with Rohingya crisis

Pakistan-Bangladesh Ties: Pakistan’s Foreign Minister held talks with Bangladeshi officials during a historic visit aimed at strengthening bilateral ties.


Pakistan-Bangladesh Ties: Pakistan FM Holds Talks with Bangladeshi Leaders in Landmark Visit

Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar met leaders of several Bangladeshi political parties in Dhaka, holding a series of talks soon after his arrival to strengthen bilateral ties.

Islamabad-Dhaka Ties: Pakistan's Deputy PM & Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar Visits Bangladesh

Bangladesh's Foreign Secretary Waker-Uz-Zaman has departed for Beijing to meet with senior Chinese officials. The high-level visit aims to strengthen diplomatic and economic ties between China and Bangladesh, with key discussions expected around trade, infrastructure, and regional security cooperation. The two countries continue to deepen their strategic partnership amid shifting regional dynamics.

China-Bangladesh visit: Waker-uz-Zaman departs to meet officials | Strengthening bilateral ties

The Indian Ministry of External Affairs has officially denied allegations that anti-Bangladesh activities are being conducted from Indian soil. The clarification comes amid growing political tensions in Dhaka, where the interim Yunus-led government has accused the banned Awami League of operating from India. India reiterated its neutral stance, stating that no Awami League political activities are permitted and that India expects free, fair, and transparent elections in Bangladesh. The situation has sparked sharp regional interest as South Asia watches closely ahead of Bangladesh's upcoming polls.

MEA responds to Yunus govt's accusations | 'Hasina's party is banned in Bangladesh'

Bangladesh's interim government reportedly ordered the removal of President Shahabuddin’s portraits from foreign missions, sparking controversy due to the lack of written orders. Yunus govt aide's said that they have maintained a “zero-portrait” policy since the beginning 

Row breaks out over Bangladesh govt's order to remove President Shahabuddin's portraits: Is Yunus govt wiping out Hasina's legacy?

Bangladesh Army chief General Waker-uz-Zaman reassured the Hindu community during Janmashtami celebrations in Dhaka, emphasizing equal rights and protection for all citizens.


Bangladesh Army Chief Reaffirms Nation’s Secular Democratic Foundations

Bangladesh Army Chief reaffirms nation’s secular democratic foundations 

The Border Security Force (BSF) has sealed parts of the Meghalaya border as it intensifies operations to track down armed infiltrators crossing over from Bangladesh.


BSF seals Meghalaya border amid hunt for armed Bangladeshi infiltrators

Interim leader Muhammad Yunus had earlier said elections would be held in April, but key political parties have been demanding he hold them earlier and before the Islamic holy month of Ramadan in the Muslim-majority nation of 170 million people. 

Bangladesh to hold elections in February 2026, says Yunus

Looted, abandoned, reimagined: Ex-Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina’s Ganabhaban Palace to be turn into revolution museum

Looted, abandoned, reimagined: Ex-Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina’s Ganabhaban Palace to be turned into revolution museum

In a written statement in the Indian Parliament, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Friday (August 1) said that India is closely monitoring developments that have national security implications, including those about the anti-India map by a Turkish NGO.

‘Greater Bangladesh’ map includes Indian territory: S Jaishankar responds to Turkey links - What he said

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