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  • Scotland could replace Bangladesh at T20 World Cup if BCB pulls out: Report

    The ICC has declined to alter the tournament timetable. Bangladesh, Italy, New Zealand, the West Indies, and Nepal are still in Group C.

  • US tightens visitor visa rules for Bangladesh: Why B1 and B2 applicants must pay a USD 15,000 bond

    The decision marks a significant tightening of visa conditions for Bangladeshi applicants and places them among a small group of nationalities facing additional financial scrutiny due to past patterns of overstays and immigration violations.

  • Bangladesh claims only 71 of 645 minority incidents in 2025 were communal. Why the reality for Hindus looks far grimmer

    The figures, shared by Chief Adviser Mohammad Yunus, claim that most incidents involving minorities in 2025 were ordinary crimes rather than religiously motivated attacks.

  • Either play in India or get replaced: ICC give final warning to Bangladesh for T20 World Cup, set January 21 deadline

    ICC have given final warning to Bangladesh to play the T20 World Cup 2026 games in India or get replaced.

  • Bangladesh: Jamaat candidate Khairul Kabir’s nephew threatens BNP supporters to 'slit throats'

    A viral video shows Jamaat candidate Khairul Kabir Niyogi’s nephew threatening BNP supporters in Netrokona ahead of Bangladesh elections. He later apologised, while police launched an investigation into the incident.

  • ICC U19 World Cup 2026: India captain Ayush Mhatre skips handshake with Bangladesh captain amid tensions

    ICC U19 World Cup 2026: After Bangladesh won the toss and elected to bowl first, Abrar walked past Mhatre but the duo avoided any interaction or eye contact.

  • Bangladesh cricketers’ protest turns ugly amid threats and abuse

    Senior Bangladeshi cricketer Mohammad Mithun, who spearheaded the boycott demonstrations, disclosed that a number of players had been threatened as a result of the dismissal.

  • Bangladesh players call off boycott; BPL resumes

    The BCB (Bangladesh Cricket Board) on Thursday stared at the prospect of its flagship T20 league coming to a halt after senior national players revolted against director Najmul Islam for his disparaging comments against them.

  • ICC delegation to visit Bangladesh amid T20 World Cup 2026 venue concerns - Report

    As per the local media, Nazrul said the BCB president had told him about the ICC's intention to send a team to discuss Bangladesh's refusal to play in India.

  • Hindus under fire in Bangladesh: Teacher's home set ablaze in Sylhet as attacks on minorities continue

    A video of the incident has surfaced, showing flames rapidly engulfing the house as residents scramble to escape. The cause of the fire has not yet been officially determined, and no arrests have been made so far.

  • Bangladesh to 'boycott all forms of cricket': Cricketers Welfare Association demands resignation of BCB director

    The controversy started as Tamim Iqbal, a respected figure in the cricketing circle of Bangladesh, called for a dialogue to resolve current tensions in cricketing ties with India and not to be driven by emotion.

  • Amid attacks on Hindus, Bangladesh envoy to India wishes community happy Makar Sankranti

    Bangladesh High Commissioner Riaz Hamidullah wished Hindus in India and Bangladesh a happy Makar Sankranti, sharing festive photos on X, amid growing concerns over attacks on minorities in Bangladesh.

  • Fear grips Hindu voters as Bangladesh heads to elections, seek special security and separate booths

    As Bangladesh moves toward elections, minority groups say the interim government’s failure to ensure basic safety has stripped the democratic process of credibility for a large section of its citizens.

  • Who’s who in Bangladesh elections: Key faces and forces shaping the Feb 12 vote

    Bangladesh prepares for its first elections since the 2024 uprising. Key players include caretaker chief Muhammad Yunus, BNP’s Tarique Rahman, Islamist alliances led by Jamaat-e-Islami, the banned Awami League, and the influential army.

  • How Bangladesh’s Islamist groups are positioning for a comeback ahead of February elections

    Bangladesh’s Islamist groups, led by Jamaat-e-Islami, are mobilising ahead of February elections, seeking political influence after years of repression, while facing opposition from Sufi communities and concerns over extremist violence.

  • ‘Bangladesh threatening India’: Nawaz Sharif aide warns of Operation Sindoor-style action against Dhaka under Modi's 'aggressive policy'

    Najam Sethi's comments come amid growing strain in India–Bangladesh ties following the ouster of former Bangladeshi prime minister Sheikh Hasina, who is currently in exile in India.

  • PM Modi to inaugurate Commonwealth speakers' conference; Pakistan, Bangladesh to stay away

    A total of 61 speakers and presiding officers are expected to attend the event to be held at the Samvidhan Sadan here from January 14 to 16.

  • Another Hindu death in Bangladesh: Singer dies in judicial custody after alleged medical neglect

    Hindu death in Bangladesh: The family of the deceased has blamed the jail authorities for the alleged medical negligence, claiming that delayed treatment and insufficient facilities contributed to Chaki’s death.

  • BCB clarifies stance on Bangladeshi umpire in India–New Zealand 1st ODI

    Umpire Department Chairman Iftekhar Rahman explained that the BCB has no power to stop Saikat from refereeing matches in India because he is an ICC-contracted umpire.

  • Bangladesh: Shariatpur blast death toll rises to two as probe continues

    A bomb explosion in Bangladesh’s Shariatpur has killed two people, with police suspecting bombs were being manufactured amid a violent local political rivalry ahead of February’s national elections.

  • Bangladesh seeks to join international force in Gaza

    Bangladesh said its national security adviser, Khalilur Rahman, met U.S. diplomats Allison Hooker and Paul Kapur in Washington

  • Bangladesh–US trade talks: Dhaka pushes for cut in 20% tariff, wider textile access

    Bangladesh says talks in Washington opened the door to lower US tariffs and improved market access for garments, as Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus called discussions an important step forward in bilateral trade ties.

  • Bangladesh: Another Hindu youth killed as violence against minorities surges ahead of elections

    Violence against minorities in Bangladesh has intensified ahead of parliamentary elections, with multiple Hindu men killed in recent weeks, prompting protests, community outrage and concern from India over rising targeted attacks.

  • Tarique Rahman says Bangladesh has ‘no reason’ to return to pre-August 5 politics as he takes charge of BNP

    Rahman said his party would guide the country “in the right direction” if elected to form the next government.

  • Following Pakistan, Bangladesh signals willingness to join Trump’s Gaza stabilisation force

    Bangladesh’s interim government under Muhammad Yunus has signalled willingness to join President Donald Trump’s Gaza stabilisation force, following Pakistan, as Dhaka seeks US support and international legitimacy.

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