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US Embassy issues security advisory for citizens amid Sharif Osman Hadi's
Updated : 3 months ago IST
The US Embassy in Dhaka warned US citizens of heavy traffic and possible unrest as the body and funeral of youth leader Sharif Osman Hadi are expected in the city, advising vigilance and avoidance of demonstrations and large gatherings.
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Bangladesh: Family demands Shahbagh memorial for slain activist Sharif Osm
Updated : 3 months ago IST
As Dhaka continues to simmer with protesters over the death of the Inqilab Moncho spokesperson Sharif Osman Hadi, one of the prominent figures behind the July Uprising last year, the family of Hadi on Friday demanded the construction of a memorial in his honour at Shahbagh, where he initiate
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Yunus Govt deliberately provoking violence to delay polls, trying to insti
Updated : 3 months ago IST
Former Bangladesh minister Mohibul Hasan Chowdhury alleged that the interim Yunus government is fuelling violence to delay elections, claiming attacks on Indian missions and media houses were planned and state-backed, following the death of student leader Sharif Osman Hadin.
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BJP Tamil Nadu Chief Nainar Nagenthran demands Rs 1 cr compensation for Po
Updated : 3 months ago IST
As compensation, Nagenthran said, "a government job should be provided to Poorna Chandran's family, and compensation of Rs 1 crore should be given, without any political discrimination... On behalf of the BJP and Hindu organisations, Rs 10 lakh is being given to Poornachandran's family."<
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Key Dhaka intersection blocked amidst fresh protests, slogans call for 're
Updated : 3 months ago IST
Activists Dhaka's Shahbagh intersection to call for justice for the slain leader.
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Lok Sabha speaker Om Birla meets party leaders on conclusion of Winter Ses
Updated : 3 months ago IST
Meanwhile, amid Opposition protests over the passage of the VB-G RAM G Bill, Lok Sabha was adjourned sine die by Speaker Om Birla after Vande Mataram was played in the House. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who returned from a three-nation visit yesterday, was present in the House.
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Protests continue in Dhaka, partially demolished house of Sheikh Mujibur v
Updated : 3 months ago IST
Protestors were seen attempting to tear down the remaining portion of the house and setting fire to a poster of former PM Sheikh Hasina there.
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Media offices torched, journalists targeted; uneasy calm in Dhaka after ni
Updated : 3 months ago IST
Dhaka and several other cities in Bangladesh witnessed intense unrest late Thursday night following the death of Inqilab Moncho convenor Sharif Osman bin Hadi, with mobs attacking media houses, political offices, cultural institutions and private residences, triggering widespread vandalis
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Opposition MPs Surjewala, Singhvi slam Centre over VB-G RAM G Bill 2025, w
Updated : 3 months ago IST
The passing of VB-G RAM G Bill 2025 triggered sharp criticism from opposition parties, who accused the BJP-led government of rushing the legislation and weakening protections for labourers and the rural poor. Several opposition MPs said the Bill undermines the spirit of MNREGA and was pus
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Protests erupt in Bangladesh post activist's death, major media offices se
Updated : 3 months ago IST
The attack on Prothom Alo's office began around 12 midnight on Thursday. Later, the Daily Star was attacked.
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Kharge launches attack in Rajya Sabha over VB-GRAMG Bill, warns of nationw
Updated : 3 months ago IST
Describing the bill as an attempt to "dismantle the Right to Work," Kharge warned that the move would push the poorest sections of society back into hunger, unemployment, and distress, and asserted that the opposition would fight it both inside and outside Parliament.
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"Jamaat-e-Islami acting at behest of Pakistan": Former diplomat Veena Sikr
Updated : 3 months ago IST
Former Indian diplomat Veena Sikri on Thursday accused Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami of acting at the behest of Pakistan amid an anti-India march to India's High Commission in the neighbouring country, claiming Pakistan's effort to take control of the Bangladesh army.
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