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Sheikh Hasina outlines five steps to "heal the country", seeks removal of
Updated : 3 months, 4 weeks ago IST
Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Friday called for actions to help unify the country and "banish the divisive actions of the past twelve months", sought the removal of "illegal Yunus administration" and an impartial investigation by the United Nations into the events of t
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Bangladesh celebrates victory over Pakistan in 1971 liberation war
Updated : 5 months, 1 week ago IST
December 16 is also observed as Vijay Diwas in India, marking the end of a nine-month war against Pakistan in 1971, where Indian forces and Mukti Bahini secured victory, leading to East Pakistan's liberation and the birth of Bangladesh.
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Bangladesh JeI chief issues "apology" for party's "past mistakes" ahead of
Updated : 6 months, 2 weeks ago IST
However, critics argue that the apology lacks specificity and sincerity, as it does not explicitly acknowledge the party's complicity in the genocide and atrocities committed during the 1971 Liberation War.
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Bangladesh Students' League chief slams Yunus government over Pakistan til
Updated : 11 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Bangladesh Students' League President Saddam Hussain accused the interim government of supporting extremists, erasing Liberation War history, and targeting minorities, warning that these actions threaten democracy and stability. He called for international support to restore inclusive govern
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Bangladesh interim government revokes Sheikh Mujib's recognition of freedo
Updated : 11 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Bangladesh has redefined over 400 1970-elected politicians, including Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, as "associates of the liberation war" under a new ordinance. This also includes members of the Mujibnagar government, professionals, artists, journalists, and the Swadhin Bangla Football Team linked
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Bangladesh asks Pakistan to apologise for atrocities during 1971 Liberatio
Updated : 1 year, 1 month ago IST
During Operation Searchlight, Pakistani army killed an estimated three million Bengalis as well as raped over a million women.
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Bangladesh delegation, Indian war veterans relive 1971 Liberation War
Updated : 1 year, 5 months ago IST
On Vijay Diwas 2024, a touching reunion unfolded between the Bangladesh delegation and Indian war veterans, commemorating their shared history in the 1971 Liberation War. Prime Minister Modi and Union Minister Shah paid tribute to the sacrifices of brave soldiers, marking the enduring fri
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Elections in Bangladesh could be scheduled between late 2025 and early 202
Updated : 1 year, 5 months ago IST
Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus stated that Bangladesh's general elections could be scheduled between late 2025 and the first half of 2026, depending on political consensus and the implementation of electoral reforms. The statement was made on the occasion of Victory Day, marking Bangladesh's v
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Vijay Diwas celebrations start in Dhaka
Updated : 1 year, 5 months ago IST
Vijay Diwas celebrations in Bangladesh's capital, Dhaka started with 31 gunfires at sunrise. Six guns of an artillery regiment of the Bangladesh Army saluted the bravehearts who sacrificed their lives in the Bangladesh Liberation War by firing 31 rounds of cannon.
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President Murmu attends 'At-Home' reception at Army House on eve of Vijay
Updated : 1 year, 5 months ago IST
Vijay Diwas for the 1971 Liberation War is celebrated nationwide on December 16, to commemorate India's victory against Pakistan in the 13-day war, which ended with Pakistan signing the instrument of surrender in Dhaka and the subsequent liberation of Bangladesh (erstwhile East Pakistan).
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European Bangladesh Forum express determination to draw attention towards
Updated : 2 years, 12 months ago IST
At the conference on Monday, EBF leaders expressed firm determination to continue efforts to draw the attention of the world community to the genocide and to stand with the victims of atrocities conducted by the Pakistani army during the Liberation War of Bangladesh in 1971.
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Bangladesh Muktijoddha Mancha demonstrates against genocide during 1971 Li
Updated : 3 years, 1 month ago IST
Bangladesh Muktijuddha Mancha organized a demonstration-cum-discussion on Saturday infront of the National Museum, Shahbag, Dhaka, against Pakistan for killing 30 lakh people and for genocide during the Liberation War of Bangladesh in 1971.
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