Sheikh Hasina
Bangladesh says star cricketer Shakib will not play again after Hasina event
Bangladesh says Shakib Al Hasan has no chance of returning after joining an event with Former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. Sports Minister Aminul Haque hardens the government's stance, while the cricket board previously allows his comeback.
August 7, 2026
Pakistan says Hasina remarks won't affect diplomatic engagement with Bangladesh
Islamabad says it is aware of remarks made during Sheikh Hasina's address from India but declines comment, describing the event as a matter between Bangladesh and India while reaffirming cooperation with Dhaka.
August 6, 2026
Bangladesh seizes $6.2B in assets tied to ousted PM Hasina
The Bangladesh Financial Intelligence Unit says it seized assets worth 570 billion taka in Bangladesh and another 190 billion taka overseas, while the agency's chief, Ikhtiar Mohammad Mamun, told reporters while presenting the annual summary of its activities that authorities had opened 98 cases as part of the investigations into Hasina and those associated with her.
July 15, 2026
Bangladesh swears in new prime minister after landslide election
Tarique Rahman becomes 11th prime minister as Bangladesh swears in new government after landslide election, signaling democratic transition, regional engagement and renewed ties with neighbors, including Pakistan.
February 17, 2026
Retired Bangladesh army chief says Indian intelligence had access to military facilities
His statement comes as he appeared as a prosecution witness in war crimes proceedings against former Maj. Gen. Ziaul Ahsan.
February 10, 2026
Bangladesh poll rivals rally on final day of campaign
Bangladesh's election campaign ended Monday ahead of this week's vote, with rival parties invoking the 2024 uprising that ended the autocratic rule of Sheikh Hasina
February 9, 2026
Mired in economic trouble, Bangladesh pins hopes on election boost
In the 18 months since the collapse of Sheikh Hasina's government, Bangladesh has endured political turmoil but also biting economic pain -- with many hoping for a rebound under new leadership after elections on Feb. 12.
February 1, 2026
Bangladesh criticizes India over fugitive leader Hasina's speech
Bangladesh condemned India for allowing exiled former prime minister Sheikh Hasina to address supporters in New Delhi, warning it set a precedent, hurt bilateral ties, after her conviction and sentencing over abuses following her overthrow.
January 25, 2026
Bangladesh launches campaigns for first post-Hasina polls
Bangladesh begins official campaigning on Thursday for the hugely anticipated general elections next month, the first since the 2024 uprising ended the autocratic rule of Sheikh Hasina.
January 22, 2026
Bangladesh says at least 287 killed during Hasina-era abductions
Bangladesh probe finds 287 people presumed killed during Sheikh Hasina’s rule, with bodies allegedly dumped in rivers or mass graves, as authorities seek forensic help and justice for victims.
January 5, 2026