Bangladesh riots
DHAKA: Just over a month after he became Bangladesh’s army chief, General Wakeruz Zaman has been thrust into the...
Published 06 Aug, 2024 07:23am
The resignation of Sheikh Hasina was something to celebrate for Bangladeshis, with many waving flags from the roof of PM’s palace
Published 06 Aug, 2024 07:23am
Five key dates explaining how the protests toppled the government in the South Asian nation of about 170 million people.
Updated 06 Aug, 2024 12:07pm
Some former military officers join student movement; ex-army chief Gen Bhuiyan turns Facebook profile picture red in show of support.
Updated 05 Aug, 2024 08:08am
“Those who are protesting on the streets right now are not students, but terrorists who are out to destabilise the nation,” says PM Hasina.
Published 04 Aug, 2024 07:57pm
“This includes non-payment of taxes and utility bills, strikes by govt workers," says group leader after 200 killed in last month's protests.
Updated 03 Aug, 2024 05:46pm
At least 206 people have died in protests against job quotas.
Updated 02 Aug, 2024 09:25am
This is with reference to the letter ‘Bangladesh example has to be followed’ (July 26). The recent chaos in...
Published 31 Jul, 2024 05:33am
European Union slams "use of excessive force" against protesters.
Updated 31 Jul, 2024 11:58am
It is evident that the state’s ‘soft touch’ in dealing with the TLP has emboldened it enough that it feels it can cross unthinkable lines.
Updated 30 Jul, 2024 08:47am
The clashes were some of the worst of Hasina’s 15-year tenure but her government has since largely restored order by deploying troops.
Updated 30 Jul, 2024 10:33am
Three students arrested from hospital by plainclothes detectives.
Updated 28 Jul, 2024 10:05am
At least 195 killed, 4,000 arrested in ensuing police crackdown and clashes.
Updated 27 Jul, 2024 09:22am
Rights chief says people subjected to "violent attacks by groups reportedly affiliated with the Government, and no effort was made to protect them".
Updated 26 Jul, 2024 09:54am
Sheikh Hasina’s govt accused of misusing state institutions to entrench its hold on power.
Updated 25 Jul, 2024 09:37am
Relative calm prevails over Dhaka for second straight day.
Updated 24 Jul, 2024 10:54am
Bangladesh’s crisis has only partially been resolved.
Published 24 Jul, 2024 09:05am
More than 500 arrested in Dhaka over deadly unrest.
Updated 22 Jul, 2024 06:14pm
Supreme Court’s Appellate Division dismisses lower court order that had reinstated the quotas, local media reports.
Published 21 Jul, 2024 01:53pm
Week-long violence has left at least 115 dead; 150 cops hospitalised; Hasina cancels foreign trips.
Updated 21 Jul, 2024 07:50am
PM Hasina drops plans to leave for diplomatic visits to Spain, Brazil due to the protests.
Updated 20 Jul, 2024 09:15pm
Leaving their college at 2.30am, students arrive at Indian border six hours later.
Updated 20 Jul, 2024 09:15am
The unfortunate events playing out in Bangladesh should serve as a warning sign for other South Asian states.
Updated 20 Jul, 2024 02:27pm
UN human rights chief Volker Turk says attacks on student protesters are “shocking and unacceptable”.
Updated 19 Jul, 2024 09:34pm
• 32 killed, 1,000 injured in unrest • ‘Near-total’ internet shutdown reported across the country
Published 19 Jul, 2024 08:24am
Several cities across Bangladesh see violence throughout the day as riot police march on protesters.
Updated 18 Jul, 2024 10:09pm
Sheikh Hasina condemns killings in televised speech but does not assign responsibility for the Tuesday's deaths.
Published 18 Jul, 2024 08:51am
Pakistan High Commission advises students in Dhaka to prioritise safety, refrain from participating in protests; helpline activated to aid individuals in distress.
Published 17 Jul, 2024 05:48pm
Near-daily marches demand ending quota system which reserves more than half of civil service posts for specific groups.
Published 16 Jul, 2024 10:41pm
Anti-govt protesters accuse ruling party’s youth faction of attacking their procession with rods, sticks and rocks.
Updated 16 Jul, 2024 11:14am
