Pakistan Set to Face Bangladesh in Colombo After Dominant Qualifier Run COLOMBO – Pakistan is all set to take on Bangladesh in the upcoming tournament after an impressive performance in the World Cup qualifiers earlier this year in Lahore, where they maintained a perfect 100% win record. Before the tournament, Pakistan played a three-match ODI […]
Clashes in Chittagong Hill Tracts Leave Three Dead Amid Protests Over Alleged Rape Chittagong Hill Tracts, Bangladesh — Violence erupted in the Chittagong Hill Tracts on Sunday as security forces confronted protesters angered by the alleged rape of an Indigenous woman, leaving at least three people dead. Demonstrators accused the military of opening fire, while […]
Pakistan, Bangladesh Step Up Trade and Diplomatic Engagement Islamabad/Dhaka – Pakistan and Bangladesh are witnessing renewed momentum in their bilateral relations, with recent meetings highlighting stronger trade, economic, and diplomatic cooperation. During a session with Dhaka Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DCCI) President Taskeen Ahmed and board members, Mr. Khan noted a sharp rise in […]
Shibir-Backed Candidates Make Historic Win in Dhaka University Student Union Elections Dhaka – After a six-year hiatus, Dhaka University’s campus came alive with student election fever as the polls recorded a remarkable 78% turnout among 39,775 eligible voters across eight campus centers. The Returning Office described the elections as being conducted in a “festive atmosphere.” […]
Punjab, Bangladesh Vow Stronger Ties in Key Sectors Lahore — Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has underscored the importance of closer cooperation between Pakistan and Bangladesh, stressing shared history, brotherhood, and opportunities for future collaboration. The remarks came during her meeting in Lahore with Bangladesh’s Minister for Religious Affairs, Dr. Khalid Hussain. PML-N President […]
The trip is seen as a bid to reset ties between the two South Asian nations amid shifting regional dynamics. The Foreign Office described the visit as a “significant milestone in Pakistan-Bangladesh relations,” underscoring Islamabad’s renewed commitment to bilateral cooperation. “In Dhaka, he will hold important meetings with Bangladeshi leaders, including Bangladesh’s interim leader, Muhammad […]
Under the agreement, holders of diplomatic and official passports from both countries will be allowed to travel without a visa. The bilateral arrangement will remain in effect for a period of five years, officials confirmed. This move is expected to strengthen diplomatic ties and facilitate smoother official-level engagement between the two South Asian nations. Meanwhile, […]
Sufi Singers and Bauls Face Growing Attacks in Bangladesh DHAKA – Sufi singers and Baul folk artists in Bangladesh are facing rising threats and violence from hardline Islamist groups, especially since the removal of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in August last year. Sufism is a peaceful and spiritual branch of Islam that uses music […]
Thousands of Bengali Muslims Lose Homes in Assam Evictions Thousands of Bengali-speaking Muslim families in Assam have lost their homes in the biggest eviction drive in years. Authorities say these families were living illegally on government land, but many say they have lived in Assam for generations. One of them is 53-year-old Aran Ali. He […]
Bangladesh Fighter Jet Crashes Into School, Killing 27 Including 25 Children DHAKA – At least 27 people, including 25 schoolchildren, were killed when a Bangladesh Air Force fighter jet crashed into the Milestone School and College on Monday, marking the country’s deadliest aviation disaster in decades. The Chinese-made F-7 BGI aircraft, piloted by Flight Lieutenant […]
