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Dhaka : Amid rising political tensions in Bangladesh, the newly-formed National Citizen Party (NCP) has urged the interim government led by Muhammad Yunus to announce a clear roadmap for upcoming national elections. The demand was made during a press conference in Dhaka on Saturday, where NCP Convenor Nahid Islam emphasized the need for immediate reforms and justice. “A clear roadmap on justice, reforms, and elections is essential,” Nahid said. “That way, the uncertainties and confusion in the minds of the…

New Delhi – Bangladesh is once again witnessing signs of political unrest and a potential military coup, as tensions escalate between the country’s interim government and the military leadership. The Army Chief, General Waqar Us Zaman, has openly declared the interim government led by Mohammad Yunus as illegal, further deepening the political crisis. Mohammad Yunus, who heads the interim government as Chief Advisor, has reportedly expressed his intention to resign amid growing pressure from the military and widespread protests. Violent…

Dhaka : In a move signaling improving ties between Bangladesh and Pakistan, the Civil Aviation Authority of Bangladesh (CAAB) has approved a second Pakistani private airline, Air Sial, to operate direct flights between Dhaka and Karachi. CAAB Chairman Monjur Kabir Bhuiyan confirmed to local media that a formal order would be issued later on Tuesday. Following this, the Ministry of Civil Aviation will appoint a General Sales Agent (GSA) and begin processing flight slot applications. Once operational, Air Sial will…

Dhaka – The Bangladesh government on Monday officially banned all activities of the Awami League and its affiliated organisations under a newly revised anti-terrorism law. A gazette notification issued by the Home Ministry stated that the ban would remain in effect until the International Crimes Tribunal of Bangladesh (ICT-BD) completes the trials of Awami League leaders and activists. “The Home Ministry today issued the gazette notification banning all activities of the Awami League, its front, associate, and brotherly organisations,” said…

In a strong show of friendship and regional cooperation, India has gifted 15 electric vehicles to Nepal to assist with the organisation of the first-ever “Sagarmatha Dialogue,” scheduled to take place in Kathmandu from May 16–18, 2025. The event will focus on the theme “Climate Change, Mountains and the Future of Humanity.” Indian Ambassador to Nepal, Naveen Srivastava, handed over the EVs to Nepal’s Foreign Minister Arzoo Rana Deuba during a formal ceremony in Kathmandu. The Indian Embassy noted that…

In a major political development, the interim government has decided to impose a complete ban on all activities of the Awami League (AL), including its online presence, under the Anti-Terrorism Act. The ban will remain in effect until the International Crimes Tribunal completes the trial of the party and its top leadership. The announcement was made at a press briefing held last night by Law Adviser Asif Nazrul, following a special meeting of the council of advisers led by Chief…

Nepal will issue permits to Mountaineers aspiring in scaling Mount Everest only to climbers with experience of scaling at least one of the Himalayan nation’s 7,000-metre (22,965 ft) peaks, according to the draft of a new law aimed at reducing overcrowding and improving safety. Nepal, which is heavily reliant on climbing, trekking and tourism for foreign exchange, has faced criticism for permitting too many climbers, including inexperienced ones, to try to ascend the 8,849-metre (29,032 ft) highest peak in the…

An Islamist outfit in Bangladesh pillaged a library in Tangail district of Dhaka, stealing books which they claimed were written by “atheists”. These included texts by Nobel Laureate poet Rabindranath Tagore and Kazi Nazrul Islam, both of whom are considered icons of national importance in the country. Showcasing the marked rise of Islamic extremism, and the erosion of Bangladesh’s once secular pluralistic fabric, radicals openly robbed a library in the Tangail Dhanbari’s Upazila, with the local police making next to…

Dhaka : Bangladesh has formally demanded that Pakistan issue a public apology for the atrocities committed during the 1971 Liberation War, as the two nations resumed bilateral talks after a 15-year hiatus. The request was made during the Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) held at the State Guest House Padma in Dhaka, where Bangladesh’s Foreign Secretary Md. Jashim Uddin and his Pakistani counterpart Amna Baloch led their respective delegations. The consultations marked a significant shift in relations, particularly since the interim…

Dhaka – Bangladesh and Pakistan have resumed Foreign Secretary-level talks after a 15-year hiatus, as Pakistan’s Foreign Secretary Amna Baloch met with her Bangladeshi counterpart Md Jashim Uddin in Dhaka on Wednesday. The meeting took place at the State Guest House Padma and focused on a range of bilateral issues. The Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) are being held ahead of the scheduled visit of Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar to Dhaka on April 27–28. This marks…