International Monetary Fund (IMF) had warned in September about a significant slowdown in the Bangladesh's economic activities.

Hasina has been credited with turning around the economy and the country's massive garments industry during her 15 years in power, although critics have accused her of human rights violations

On Tuesday, jail authorities released the former soldiers who had been granted bail. Subsequently, the necessary documents for bail were sent to both jails on Wednesday.

India-Bangladesh relations are in freefall with neither Dhaka nor New Delhi seemingly interested in coming to grips with the deteriorating situation. We are witnessing one escalation after another with no respite in sight.

Mohammad Tajul Islam, the Chief Prosecutor of the International Crimes Tribunal, has accused former prime minister Sheikh Hasina of threatening and intimidating witnesses from India. He made these allegations during a press briefing on Wednesday.

About 2,500 cases that were filed accusing lakhs of individuals in 25 districts have been identified as being politically-motivated, he says

Bangladesh’s interim government on Tuesday said it will continue its efforts to bring deposed Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina back from India and will seek international intervention if necessary. Law Adviser Asif Nazrul told reporters at the Secretariat here that if New Delhi refuses to return Hasina,

Bangladesh seeks international intervention to bring back deposed Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina from India, violating extradition treaty.

New Delhi: Sheikh Hasina, the beleaguered former Bangladeshi Prime Minister has claimed an attempt to assassinate her and her sister, Sheikh Rehana after she was overthrown following countrywide violent protests. She fled to India and is staying at a safe and confidential place.

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Bangladesh interim government, led by Muhammad Yunus, stated that visa extensions are invalid once a passport is cancelled. This follows the revocation of passports for 97 individuals, including former PM Sheikh Hasina.

"I am glad she was given refuge. I think we should be her host as long as she wants, even if it is for all her life," says Aiyar.