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BSF firing kills Bangladesh national in Tripura during alleged smuggling attempt

BSF firing kills Bangladesh national in Tripura during alleged smuggling attempt

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A 20-year-old Bangladeshi national was found dead on Sunday after Border Security Force (BSF) personnel fired at him on Saturday at Magruli in Tripura’s Unakoti district, said police. Tripura has an 856 km international border with Bangladesh, most of which is covered by a barbed wire fence, but a few patches remain unfenced. (Representative Photo) The deceased, identified as Tara Miah was a resident of Muraicharra in Bangladesh’s Moulvibazar district. Police said his body was taken to Kailasahar district hospital for a postmortem. According to police, the Bangladeshi national, suspected of involvement in smuggling Burmese cigarettes, was allegedly carrying out smuggling activities at midnight on Saturday in the IBB area at Maguruli. When on-duty officers spotted a group of smugglers and attempted to stop them, the smugglers allegedly tried to attack the BSF personnel. The personnel then fired two rounds from their rifles, injuring the Bangladeshi national and causing his death. Earlier this June, a Bangladeshi man was shot dead by the BSF at the Latiapura border outpost in Unakoti district during an alleged smuggling …

‘Pakistan’s ISI has a free hand in Bangladesh’: Sheikh Hasina’s son calls it a ‘problem for India’

‘Pakistan’s ISI has a free hand in Bangladesh’: Sheikh Hasina’s son calls it a ‘problem for India’

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Pakistan’s ISI has “an open hand” in Bangladesh, ex-Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina’s son, Sajeeb Wazed Joy, has said. Hundreds of criminals were released from prisons by the current administration and “the next set of terrorists globally” could come from Bangladesh, he claimed. Sheikh Hasina’s son claims Bangladesh could produce ‘next set of global terrorists’. (REUTERS) Speaking at a press conference, where Hasina also announced plans to return to Bangladesh, Joy alleged that Pakistan’s intelligence agency, the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), wielded significant influence in Bangladesh. “Pakistan’s ISI has an open hand in Bangladesh. Hundreds of militants we had arrested have been released. This is a problem for India and the world,” he said on Wednesday. Joy alleged that militants who had been arrested, convicted and imprisoned during the tenure of the Awami League government were now freed. ALSO READ | Sheikh Hasina says 2024 protests were ‘not peaceful’, alleges movement aimed for regime change: ‘Designed by mastermind’ “Hundreds of convicted terrorists that our Awami government arrested and convicted and put behind bars have been released from …

Taslima Nasreen pushes for UCC implementation in India: ‘Much needed in any civilised country’

Taslima Nasreen pushes for UCC implementation in India: ‘Much needed in any civilised country’

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Exiled Bangladeshi author Taslima Nasreen on Sunday strongly pitched for the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code in India, asserting that such a law was essential to eliminate discrimination, particularly against women. Exiled Bangladeshi Writer Taslima Nasreen returned to Kolkata after nearly 19 years. (ANI) She also stressed the need for such a law in neighbouring Bangladesh and Pakistan. “I have been fighting for the UCC for the past 40 years. This is much needed in any civilised country. Bangladesh, Pakistan and India need Uniform Civil Code. There should be equal laws for everyone. Women face a great deal of discrimination, and much of it can be removed through a UCC. It is essential,” Nasreen told reporters at a press conference here. Her remark comes after the West Bengal government has constituted a high-level committee to examine a draft Uniform Civil Code (UCC) for the state. A government notification said the panel was formed in view of the “wide ramifications and voluminous nature” of the proposed legislation. The committee will undertake a comprehensive examination of …

‘Sheikh Hasina will be arrested before she can surrender’: Bangladesh minister on deposed PM’s return

‘Sheikh Hasina will be arrested before she can surrender’: Bangladesh minister on deposed PM’s return

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Deposed Bangladesh prime minister Sheikh Hasina is likely to be arrested instantly on her return from India, before getting opportunities to surrender directly to a court, Bangladesh Law Minister M Asaduzzaman said on Thursday. Sheikh Hasina, deposed PM of Bangladesh, is in hiding in India. (REUTERS) The comments came a day after Hasina told a news agency that she was determined to return to her country by December despite fearing for her life. “I may be killed. I may be arrested. I may be sent to prison … I am fully aware of my fate. Still, I want to go back because my people are calling me,” she was quoted as saying. ALSO READ | ‘My people are calling me’: Why Sheikh Hasina wants to return to Bangladesh despite fears of arrest, death Earlier this month, there were more interviews of her that suggested she was discussing with her party colleagues her possible return to Bangladesh by the end of this year. ‘Law will take its own course’ Asaduzzaman said 78-year-old Hasina has the right …

Bangladesh ‘reviewing’ PM Modi’s invitation to PM Rahman to visit India: FM

Bangladesh ‘reviewing’ PM Modi’s invitation to PM Rahman to visit India: FM

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Bangladesh is “reviewing” Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s invitation to his counterpart Tarique Rahman to visit India, a senior minister said here on Wednesday. PM Modi first invited his Bangladesh counterpart to visit India along with his family in February. (AFP) Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman made the comments when asked about India’s invitation to PM Tarique Rahman to attend the upcoming 18th BRICS Summit in Delhi. “We are currently reviewing it (invitation),” Rahman told reporters after High Commissioner Dinesh Trivedi paid a courtesy call on him five weeks after his arrival as the Indian envoy here. In a post on X, the Indian High Commission in Dhaka said the envoy “reaffirmed India’s commitment to a positive, constructive and forward-looking partnership with Bangladesh, rooted in mutual interest and mutual benefit, and to deepening people-centric cooperation across all sectors.” He also met State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed Islam for a wide-ranging exchange on strengthening bilateral ties, it added. Rahman said the premier has received several invitations for overseas visits, while he is scheduled to attend the …

Litton Das appointed new Bangladesh ODI captain

Litton Das appointed new Bangladesh ODI captain

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3 min readUpdated: Jul 29, 2026 10:33 PM IST The Bangladesh Cricket Board on Wednesday announced wicketkeeper-batter Litton Das as the new ODI skipper. “Congratulations, Litton Kumer Das! The new captain of the Bangladesh ODI team,” Bangladesh Cricket posted on ‘X’. It was a significant move by Bangladesh to appoint the veteran wicketkeeper-batter as skipper with the 2027 World Cup coming up next year. Litton who is already leading the team in T20Is, will now take charge of the ODI side as well and will succeed Mehidy Hasan Miraz, who had led the side since June 2025. Miraz was replaced following Bangladesh’s 1-2 ODI series defeat in Zimbabwe earlier this month. Under Miraz’s leadership, Bangladesh won 10 of their 20 ODIs and lost nine. Litton has previously captained Bangladesh in the 50-over format on a stand-in basis, winning three of the seven matches he led. Congratulations, Litton Kumer Das! 🇧🇩 The new captain of the Bangladesh ODI team. 🏏 pic.twitter.com/nWTUWYumiO — Bangladesh Cricket (@BCBtigers) July 29, 2026 Meanwhile, Bangladesh is hopeful of hosting the Indian …

Bangladesh Tour of Australia 2026 Schedule & Squad

Bangladesh Tour of Australia 2026 Schedule & Squad

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Bangladesh Tour of Australia 2026 brings together two teams with contrasting strengths as they prepare for a highly anticipated international assignment on Australian soil. For Bangladesh, the tour presents a chance to measure their progress in unfamiliar conditions, while Australia will look to make the most of home advantage against a determined visiting side. Cricket fans can expect an engaging series filled with tactical battles, standout individual performances, and memorable moments across every fixture. This page provides complete coverage of the Bangladesh Tour of Australia 2026, including the schedule, venues, squads, live streaming details, results, and all the latest updates throughout the tour. Ahead of the start of the tour, Cricket Australia has released the AUS vs BAN 2026 ticket booking link, along with price details, for fans to book their tickets. Fans can also check out the AUS vs BAN 2026 live streaming details to know where and how to watch the action live. Bangladesh Tour of Australia 2026 Schedule As per the Bangladesh tour of Australia 2026 schedule, the first match will be …

Pat Cummins Returns to Australia Squad for Bangladesh Tests

Pat Cummins Returns to Australia Squad for Bangladesh Tests

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The Australian pace trio Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood and Mitchell Starc have returned to Australia squad for the upcoming two-match test series against Bangladesh. Meanwhile, spinner Nathan Lyon will also be returning to the squad after missing the Ashes due to a hamstring injury. Australia will be playing their first since the retirement of Usman Khawaja and will be looking for a replacement inside the top six, with Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Steve Smith, Marnus Labuschagne and Jake Weatherald included as batting options. However, players like Michael Neser, Todd Murphy, Brendan Doggett have been dropped from the Australia squad from their recent series against England. Speaking on the squad selection, Australia selection chair George Bailey said, “The NSP (National Selection Panel) look forward to the return of Pat, Josh and Nathan. They have worked extremely hard, individually and with the SSSM (sports science and sports medicine) teams, over the past few months to return from their respective injuries.” He also added that additional players remain on standby list if there is any changes required ahead …

Can Bangladesh Claim a Win Against Zimbabwe?

Can Bangladesh Claim a Win Against Zimbabwe?

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2026 ZIM vs BAN 3rd ODI Playing 11: Sikandar Raza-led Zimbabwe will square off against Mehidy Hasan Miraz-led Bangladesh in the 3rd ODI match on July 11 at Harare Sports Club, Harare. Zimbabwe secured a 2-0 win in the series and will be aiming to whitewash in the series. The visitors secured a 25-run victory in the 1st match and a thrilling 13-run victory in the 2nd match in the series. Bangladesh and Zimbabwe have met on 75 occasions, where Bangladesh have 47 wins while Zimbabwe have 28 wins. Bangladesh won the toss and opted to bowl. Speaking at the toss, Mehidy Hasan Miraz said, “We will bowl first. The way we bowled in the last match was a little bit disappointing, but that is past, and we think about the next game. I think we need partnerships in the top order and then the back end. So we made a little mistake, but we can think about the positive, and we know the conditions already, as we played two matches. I think we didn’t …

‘Jammu and Kashmir is India’s’: Diplomat calls out ‘incorrect’ Indian map at Bangladesh event

‘Jammu and Kashmir is India’s’: Diplomat calls out ‘incorrect’ Indian map at Bangladesh event

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India objected to the misrepresentation of its map at an event in Bangladesh, with a diplomat from the Indian High Commission in Dhaka pointing out that Jammu and Kashmir is an integral part of India. Noticing that the map showed Jammu and Kashmir as a part of Pakistan, Puja Jha interrupted the presentation and said that it was “factually incorrect”. (X video grab/ Shashank Mattoo) Second secretary Puja Jha was attending a foreign policy seminar titled “Rebuilding Trust, Renewing Regional Integration: Pathways for Revitalising SAARC” at the Bangladesh Institute of International and Strategic Studies (BIISS) in Dhaka on Monday, where former Bangladesh High Commissioner to India, Ahmed Tariq Karim, was giving a presentation. Bangladesh’s State Minister for Foreign Affairs, Shama Obaed, attended the event as the chief guest. Noticing that the map showed Jammu and Kashmir as a part of Pakistan, Puja Jha interrupted the presentation and said that it was “factually incorrect”. “The map of India depicted here is incorrect. Jammu and Kashmir is an integral part of India, and I think the map …