Bangladesh

Pakistan defeated Bangladesh by six wickets in the first semifinal.

The talks also covered infrastructure, energy, Mongla Port and a proposed 1,000-bed hospital in Rangpur, Bangladesh.

Bangladesh seeks a new framework for bilateral ties with India as Dhaka works towards a mutually acceptable date for Tarique Rahman’s visit.

Bangladesh ruled out Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s India visit this week, saying the BRICS invitation was extended to him as BIMSTEC chair.

Missed vaccinations and supply problems have left children vulnerable as hospitals struggle with rising measles and dengue cases.

The response comes after a JD(U) MP stated that the treaty has adversely affected Bihar by mandating the release of 1,500 cusecs of water to Bangladesh during the lean season.

State Minister for Foreign Affairs Humaiun Kobir said Dhaka would not compromise its national interests

Alamgir, the 23rd President of Bangladesh, was administered the oath of office by Parliament Acting Speaker Kayser Kamal at the Darbar Hall of Bangabhaban.

For Alamgir, it was the culmination of a political journey spanning more than five decades

Alamgir secured 255 votes while his rival Oli Ahmad bagged 88 votes in the presidential elections.

Alamgir is the candidate of the ruling BNP, while Oli Ahmed, chairman of the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), is contesting as the candidate of the Jamaat-e-Islami-led alliance.

Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh Dinesh Trivedi said differences between the neighbours can be resolved through dialogue amid fresh strains in bilateral ties.

Hasina fled to India in 2024 after being ousted from power following a mass uprising linked to the student quota reform movement.