Bangladesh Polls Feb: Bangladesh's 13th Jatiya Sangsad elections on February 12, 2026-first since Sheikh Hasina's ouster-will contest all 300 general seats plus 50 reserved women's seats the next day, alongside a July Charter referendum; the National Citizen Party (NCP), born from 2024 student uprising, nominated 44 candidates (just 3 women) amid 1,842 total valid aspirants after invalidating 723, while BNP eyes dominance without banned Awami League.


Bangladesh Polls Feb: NCP Fields Just 3 Women Candidates

Bangladesh is set to head to the polls on February 12 as the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) fields 328 candidates for 285 parliamentary seats. The move highlights intense political competition and sets the stage for a closely watched national election. Stay tuned for updates on Bangladesh’s political landscape and election developments.

Bangladesh Heads for Feb 12 Elections as BNP Fields 328 Candidates

A Hindu grocery store owner, Moni Chakraborty, was reportedly killed in Bangladesh’s Narsingdi district after being attacked with sharp weapons late Monday night. His death marks the second such incident involving a Hindu man within 24 hours.

Bangladesh Violence: Another Hindu Man Killed Amid Rising Violence

The Bangladesh government has banned the broadcast of IPL 2026 in the country as a response to the BCCI's decision to pull Mustafizur Rahman out of the tournament.


IPL 2026: Bangladesh government directs indefinite ban on IPL telecast

Breaking: Bangladesh's government ordered an indefinite ban on all IPL telecasts, promotions, and coverage following BCCI's directive to KKR to release pacer Mustafizur Rahman ahead of IPL 2026.


Breaking: No More IPL in Bangladesh: Indefinite Ban Amid BCCI-Mustafizur Controversy 

Bangladesh’s Youth and Sports Adviser Asif Nazrul has condemned the Board of Control for Cricket India’s (BCCI) decision to remove fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman from the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, as he said that the country should be playing its upcoming T20 World Cup 2026 matches in Sri Lanka and not India. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) released Mustafizur Rahman on Saturday on the BCCI's instructions.


Bangladesh condemns decision of BCCI to remove Rahman 

New Year,but the same old story continues in Bangladesh. Hindus are under threat in Bangladesh As 2026 begins a disturbing pattern continues a spike in violence against Hindus and other minorities, which is raising serious questions over law, order and political will in Dhaka ahead of the february polls. Watch this story to find out more.


Bangladesh political violence: Political killings attributed to indifferences within party ranks 

New Year, but the same old story continues in Bangladesh. Hindus are under threat in Bangladesh As 2026 begins a disturbing pattern continues a spike in violence against Hindus and other minorities, which is raising serious questions over law, order and political will in Dhaka ahead of the february polls. Watch this story to find out more.

Bangladesh Political Violence: Another BNP Leader Shot Dead Within a Month

New Delhi: A viral video from Bangladesh has sparked widespread outrage after a local leader of the Students Against Discrimination (SAD), the student platform that spearheaded the 2024 protests leading to the ouster of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, appeared to boast about involvement in the killing of a Hindu police officer during the unrest.&nbsp;&nbsp;In the footage, filmed last week at a police station in Habiganj district, Mahdi Hasan, identified as the general secretary (or district member secretary) of SAD’s Habiganj unit, is seen arguing with a police officer over the arrest of an activist. During the exchange, Hasan reportedly boasted threateningly, “We burned down the Baniachong Police Station, we set SI Santosh on fire.” He was referring to the events on 5 August 2024, the day mass protests culminated in Hasina’s resignation and flight from the country.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/%E2%80%98It%20was%20a%20brilliant%20operation,%E2%80%99%20says%20Trump%20after%20US%20captures%20Maduro%20and%20his%20wife">‘It was a brilliant operation,’ says Trump after US captures Maduro and his wife</a>&nbsp;The remarks point to the violent attack on Baniachong Police Station in Habiganj, where Sub-Inspector Santosh, a Hindu officer, was killed by a mob. Many accounts indicate that the station was set ablaze amid escalating clashes. The body of Sub-Inspector Santosh was left on the road, desecrated and displayed publicly, before being recovered. Students Against Discrimination has responded by issuing a show-cause notice to Hasan, seeking his explanation for the remarks, which the group described as potentially breaching discipline.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-says-captured-maduro-and-his-wife-confirms-us-strikes-on-venezuela-1767432237551">Maduro kidnapped? Trump says ‘captured’ Venezuelan President and his wife, confirms US strikes</a>&nbsp;The 2024 protests, initially against civil service job quotas, evolved into a broader anti-Hasina government movement, resulting in hundreds of deaths nationwide. Post-uprising, human rights groups documented attacks on minorities, including Hindus, amid reports of vandalism, looting, and violence.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-strikes-venezuela-military-sites-caracas-aragua-1767430307213">US launches attack on Venezuela: Which sites are attacked?</a>&nbsp;The situation of minorities remains deplorable since the interim government led by Muhammad Yunus took charge after the toppling of the Hasina government in August of 2024 following mass protests. In December 2025, a surge in violence against Hindu minorities was seen in Bangladesh. A 27-year-old Hindu garment unit worker, Dipu Chandra Das, was beaten to death and his body set on fire by a mob in Bangladesh’s Mymensingh district. The incident occurred amid heightened communal tensions following the killing of youth leader Sharif Osman Hadi on 18 December.

The remarks point to the violent attack on Baniachong Police Station in Habiganj, where Sub-Inspector Santosh, a Hindu officer, was killed by a mob. The body of Sub-Inspector Santosh was left on the road, desecrated and displayed publicly, before being recovered.

New Delhi: A viral video from Bangladesh has sparked widespread outrage after a local leader of the Students Against Discrimination (SAD), the student platform that spearheaded the 2024 protests leading to the ouster of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, appeared to boast about involvement in the killing of a Hindu police officer during the unrest. In the footage, filmed last week at a police station in Habiganj district, Mahdi Hasan, identified as the general secretary (or district member secretary) of SAD’s Habiganj unit, is seen arguing with a police officer over the arrest of an activist. During the exchange, Hasan reportedly boasted threateningly, “We burned down the Baniachong Police Station, we set SI Santosh on fire.” He was referring to the events on 5 August 2024, the day mass protests culminated in Hasina’s resignation and flight from the country. Also Read: ‘It was a brilliant operation,’ says Trump after US captures Maduro and his wife The remarks point to the violent attack on Baniachong Police Station in Habiganj, where Sub-Inspector Santosh, a Hindu officer, was killed by a mob. Many accounts indicate that the station was set ablaze amid escalating clashes. The body of Sub-Inspector Santosh was left on the road, desecrated and displayed publicly, before being recovered. Students Against Discrimination has responded by issuing a show-cause notice to Hasan, seeking his explanation for the remarks, which the group described as potentially breaching discipline. Also Read: Maduro kidnapped? Trump says ‘captured’ Venezuelan President and his wife, confirms US strikes The 2024 protests, initially against civil service job quotas, evolved into a broader anti-Hasina government movement, resulting in hundreds of deaths nationwide. Post-uprising, human rights groups documented attacks on minorities, including Hindus, amid reports of vandalism, looting, and violence. Also Read: US launches attack on Venezuela: Which sites are attacked? The situation of minorities remains deplorable since the interim government led by Muhammad Yunus took charge after the toppling of the Hasina government in August of 2024 following mass protests. In December 2025, a surge in violence against Hindu minorities was seen in Bangladesh. A 27-year-old Hindu garment unit worker, Dipu Chandra Das, was beaten to death and his body set on fire by a mob in Bangladesh’s Mymensingh district. The incident occurred amid heightened communal tensions following the killing of youth leader Sharif Osman Hadi on 18 December.

The remarks point to the violent attack on Baniachong Police Station in Habiganj, where Sub-Inspector Santosh, a Hindu officer, was killed by a mob. The body of Sub-Inspector Santosh was left on the road, desecrated and displayed publicly, before being recovered.

Bangladesh student leader boasts of killing Hindu police officer during 2024 protests

Bangladesh unrest: mob lynchings, arson target Hindus across Bangladesh

A Hindu businessman has been brutally attacked, hacked and set on fire by miscreants in Bangladesh, police said on Thursday (January 1, 2026).

Bangladesh: Hindu Businessman Attacked, Set on Fire in Bangladesh

A Hindu businessman in Bangladesh was attacked by a mob while returning home, marking another instance of religiously motivated violence in the country. Local authorities have confirmed the incident and are investigating the attackers. The victim sustained injuries and has received medical treatment. The attack has sparked outrage among community members and human rights groups, who are calling for stronger protection for minority communities. This incident highlights ongoing concerns about safety and religious intolerance in Bangladesh.

Bangladesh: Hindu Businessman Attacked | Officials Send Das To Dhaka For Treatment

Opinion polls suggest that Jamaat-e-Islami will finish a close second to the ​Bangladesh Nationalist Party in the first election it has contested in nearly 17 years as it marks a return to mainstream politics in Bangladesh


Bangladesh politics: Jamaat e Islami leader Shafiqur Rahman says he is ready for a unity government

A Hindu man in Bangladesh suffered serious injuries after allegedly being attacked by a group of assailants who stabbed him and set him on fire, in a case that has once again drawn attention to the growing insecurity faced by religious minorities in the country. The victim, 50-year-old Khokon Das, was reportedly on his way home on December 31 when he was stopped by a mob in Shariatpur district. According to local reports, the attackers assaulted him with sharp weapons, beat him severely, doused him with petrol, and then set him ablaze.&nbsp;Despite suffering multiple stab wounds and burn injuries, Das managed to save his life by jumping into a nearby pond. He was later pulled out by residents and taken to Shariatpur Sadar Hospital, where doctors described his condition as critical. The incident occurred around the same time External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar visited Dhaka to attend the funeral of former Bangladeshi prime minister Khaleda Zia. During the visit, Jaishankar delivered a condolence message from Prime Minister Narendra Modi to BNP leader Tarique Rahman.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/human-radar-man-sits-on-moving-car-bonnet-to-guide-driver-through-zero-visibility-fog-internet-reacts-1767267578124">Human radar? Man sits on moving car bonnet to guide driver through zero-visibility fog, internet reacts</a>&nbsp;Following the visit, Bangladesh expressed hope for renewed engagement with India. Bangladesh’s High Commissioner to India, Riaz Hamidullah, said on social media that both countries were aiming to strengthen ties based on shared interests, pragmatism, and mutual dependence.<h2>Growing attacks on minority communities</h2>This incident is part of a broader pattern of violence targeting Hindus in Bangladesh. In recent weeks, unrest following the killing of youth leader Sharif Osman Hadi has led to multiple mob attacks. In Mymensingh, garment worker Dipu Chandra Das was reportedly beaten to death and his body burned by a mob, with bystanders filming the attack.&nbsp;In another case on December 24, 29-year-old Amrit Mondal was allegedly lynched in the Hossaindanga area of Kalimohar Union. Separately, a 40-year-old Hindu man was killed after being shot inside a garment factory in what police termed an accidental discharge by a coworker.&nbsp;India’s Ministry of External Affairs has said that nearly 2,900 incidents involving attacks on minorities have been recorded since Bangladesh came under an interim government. Bangladesh, currently under a transitional administration headed by Nobel Peace Prize winner Muhammad Yunus, is navigating political uncertainty amid preparations for elections, while deteriorating law and order has heightened fear among minority communities.

Another Hindu man attacked, set ablaze by mob in Bangladesh: Reports

A Hindu man in Bangladesh suffered serious injuries after allegedly being attacked by a group of assailants who stabbed him and set him on fire, in a case that has once again drawn attention to the growing insecurity faced by religious minorities in the country. The victim, 50-year-old Khokon Das, was reportedly on his way home on December 31 when he was stopped by a mob in Shariatpur district. According to local reports, the attackers assaulted him with sharp weapons, beat him severely, doused him with petrol, and then set him ablaze. Despite suffering multiple stab wounds and burn injuries, Das managed to save his life by jumping into a nearby pond. He was later pulled out by residents and taken to Shariatpur Sadar Hospital, where doctors described his condition as critical. The incident occurred around the same time External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar visited Dhaka to attend the funeral of former Bangladeshi prime minister Khaleda Zia. During the visit, Jaishankar delivered a condolence message from Prime Minister Narendra Modi to BNP leader Tarique Rahman. Also Read: Human radar? Man sits on moving car bonnet to guide driver through zero-visibility fog, internet reacts Following the visit, Bangladesh expressed hope for renewed engagement with India. Bangladesh’s High Commissioner to India, Riaz Hamidullah, said on social media that both countries were aiming to strengthen ties based on shared interests, pragmatism, and mutual dependence. Growing attacks on minority communities This incident is part of a broader pattern of violence targeting Hindus in Bangladesh. In recent weeks, unrest following the killing of youth leader Sharif Osman Hadi has led to multiple mob attacks. In Mymensingh, garment worker Dipu Chandra Das was reportedly beaten to death and his body burned by a mob, with bystanders filming the attack. In another case on December 24, 29-year-old Amrit Mondal was allegedly lynched in the Hossaindanga area of Kalimohar Union. Separately, a 40-year-old Hindu man was killed after being shot inside a garment factory in what police termed an accidental discharge by a coworker. India’s Ministry of External Affairs has said that nearly 2,900 incidents involving attacks on minorities have been recorded since Bangladesh came under an interim government. Bangladesh, currently under a transitional administration headed by Nobel Peace Prize winner Muhammad Yunus, is navigating political uncertainty amid preparations for elections, while deteriorating law and order has heightened fear among minority communities.

A Hindu man was critically injured after a mob attack in Bangladesh. This comes in the wake of growing violence and insecurity faced by minority communities

Khaleda Zia, Bangladesh’s first female prime minister and longtime leader of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), has died at the age of 80 after a prolonged illness. A dominant figure in the country’s politics for decades, Khaleda played a key role in shaping Bangladesh’s democratic journey following years of military rule. She served twice as prime minister and was known for her intense rivalry with Sheikh Hasina, which defined national politics for years. This report looks back at her political rise, major milestones, controversies, and the enduring legacy she leaves behind in Bangladesh’s history.


Bangladesh mourns death of former PM Khaleda Zia 

Khaleda Zia funeral: Thousands join funeral procession at Sher-e-Bangla Nagar 

Bangladesh's Awami League has accused Tarique Rahman of being involved in a "politics of power and extortion." The allegations come amid ongoing political tensions in the country, highlighting the deep-rooted rivalry between major political parties.


Bangladesh: Awami League reacts to Tarique Rahman's return

Khaleda Zia dies at the age of 80, Bangladesh enters new age of politics 

Khaleda Zia, Bangladesh’s first female prime minister and longtime leader of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), has died at the age of 80 after a prolonged illness. A dominant figure in the country’s politics for decades, Khaleda played a key role in shaping Bangladesh’s democratic journey following years of military rule. She served twice as prime minister and was known for her intense rivalry with Sheikh Hasina, which defined national politics for years. This report looks back at her political rise, major milestones, controversies, and the enduring legacy she leaves behind in Bangladesh’s history.

Khaleda Zia Funeral: S. Jaishankar To Convey India's Condolences

Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Khaleda Zia was laid to rest in Dhaka today. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar attended the funeral, highlighting the diplomatic and regional significance of the event.

Former Bangladesh PM to Laid to Rest; S. Jaishankar Takes Part in Funeral

Bangladesh's Awami League has accused Tarique Rahman of being involved in a "politics of power and extortion." The allegations come amid ongoing political tensions in the country, highlighting the deep-rooted rivalry between major political parties.

Awami League Links Tarique Rahman to 'Politics of Power, Extortion' 

Khaleda Zia funeral: India's external affairs minister attends funeral

Begum Khaleda Zia, former Prime Minister of Bangladesh and chairperson of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), has passed away at the age of 80. She died early today at around 6 a.m., shortly after the Fajr prayer, while undergoing treatment for prolonged illness. Khaleda Zia was a towering figure in Bangladeshi politics, serving multiple terms as prime minister and leading the opposition for decades. Her passing marks the end of an era in Bangladesh’s political landscape and is expected to have deep national and regional repercussions.


Khaleda Zia, BNP Leader and Ex-PM, Passes Away At 80

Bangladesh's election season is heating up, and at the centre of the political churn is a familiar surname Rahman. After Tariq Rahman made a comeback after 17 years in exile and will be contesting from the Dhaka-17 constituency, his nomination has reignited debate over dynasty politics and has put spotlight on his daughter Zaima Rahman.


Bangladesh Polls: Zaima Rahman’s Visibility Revives Dynasty Politics Debate

Zaima Rahman, daughter of Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) leader Tarique Rahman, has entered the public spotlight as her family returned to Bangladesh after 17 years in exile. Her return, along with her father, has revived memories of three generations of the Rahman family and sparked discussion about her possible role in Bangladesh’s politics.


Bangladesh polls: Tarique & Zaima registered for voting in Dhaka-17 constituency 

Zaima Rahman, daughter of Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) leader Tarique Rahman, has entered the public spotlight as her family returned to Bangladesh after 17 years in exile. Her return, along with her father, has revived memories of three generations of the Rahman family and sparked discussion about her possible role in Bangladesh’s politics.

Tarique & Zaima Rahman Now Eligible to Contest Feb 12 Bangladesh Polls

Following clashes in Bangladesh, Inqilab Moncho demands a speedy trial into the murder of Osman Hadi. Activists call for swift justice amid rising tensions and public outrage over the case.

Bangladesh Protests: Inqilab Moncho Vows to Carry Forward Sharif Osman Hadi's Legacy

Amid rising attacks on minority communities in Bangladesh, members of the Hindu community have come together to form a political party, aiming to protect their rights and voice concerns about safety and representation.

Hindus Form Bangladesh Minority Janta Party, BMJP to Contest Upcoming Polls

Bangladesh: Amid Attacks on Minorities, Hindus Form Party 

Former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has accused the interim government led by Muhammad Yunus of targeting religious minorities and failing to ensure their safety. Recent violent incidents, including the lynching of Hindu men, have sparked nationwide controversy.
The interim government, however, denies that these killings are communal, stating that they are related to political or criminal motives.

Bangladesh Turmoil: Sheikh Hasina Attacks Yunus Government

Bangladesh: Hasina Accuses Yunus Govt of Targeting Minorities |Interim Govt Denies Communal Killings

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