Police firings, mob beatings, and arson across the country killed at least 135 people before and after Sheikh Hasina resigned as prime minister on August 5, the Dhaka Tribune said Tuesday.
US State Department Spokesperson Matthew Miller stated in a media briefing that Washington has provided over 212 million dollars in bilateral economic development and health assistance to Bangladesh in fiscal year 2023.
Amid the ongoing crisis in Bangladesh after the resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, West Bengal Police urged people to avoid sharing provocative videos.
Congress leaders on Monday said the Centre should inform the nation about the current political crisis in Bangladesh, secure the nation's border and ensure the safety of its citizens living in the neighbouring country.
Reacting to the political crisis in Bangladesh, Congress leader Harish Rawat said that the political instability in neighbouring Bangladesh is a matter of concern for India.
The governor also expressed the entire Bengal to stand united behind the government of India which is taking strong and effective steps to protect the borders. The Raj Bhavan has put in place a high-power watchdog committee that can be contacted for any clarification against disinformation 2
Sajeeb Wazed Joy, son of Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, said his mother would not make a political comeback as she is "deeply disappointed" by the uprising against her leadership despite her efforts for the betterment of Bangladesh, Dhaka Tribune reported.
After the ouster of Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's government, Indian security agencies were ready for any contingency as she was headed towards India for safety in an Air Force jet.