Bangladesh

Country Bangladesh
Capital Dhaka
Continent Asia(South Asia)
Currency Taka(BDT)
Languages Bangla(Bengali) & English

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Europeans began to set up trading posts in the area of Bangladesh in the 16th century; eventually the British came to dominate the region and it became part of British India. In 1947, West Pakistan and East Bengal (both primarily Muslim) separated from India (largely Hindu) and jointly became the new country of Pakistan. East Bengal became East Pakistan in 1955, but the awkward arrangement of a two-part country with its territorial units separated by 1,600 km left the Bengalis marginalized and dissatisfied. East Pakistan seceded from its union with West Pakistan in 1971 and was renamed Bangladesh. A military-backed, emergency caretaker regime suspended parliamentary elections planned for January 2007 in an effort to reform the political system and root out corruption. In contrast to the strikes and violent street rallies that had marked Bangladeshi politics in previous years, the parliamentary elections finally held in late December 2008 were mostly peaceful and Sheikh HASINA Wajed was reelected prime minister. About a third of this extremely poor country floods annually during the monsoon rainy season, hampering economic development.

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Bangladesh - Wikipedia
Bangladesh - CIA World Fact Book
Bangladesh - BBC
Bangladesh - Timeline - BBC

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Muhammad Yunus Praises Bangladesh's Trade Deal With US, Compares It To India - NDTVMuhammad Yunus Praises Bangladesh's Trade Deal With US, Compares It To India  NDTV

S Jaishankar says Islamist group 'Saltanat-e-Bangla', backed by Turkish NGO, behind ‘Greater Bangladesh' map - Hindustan TimesS Jaishankar says Islamist group 'Saltanat-e-Bangla', backed by Turkish NGO, behind ‘Greater Bangladesh' map  Hindustan Times

‘Made in China’ drone with high-resolution cameras found near India-Bangladesh border; police start forensic examination of device - The Indian Express‘Made in China’ drone with high-resolution cameras found near India-Bangladesh border; police start forensic examination of device  The Indian Express

Bangladesh To Unveil Reform Charter On Revolution Anniversary - NDTVBangladesh To Unveil Reform Charter On Revolution Anniversary  NDTV

BSF To Probe Chinese-Made Drone Found Near Tripura Border With Bangladesh - NDTVBSF To Probe Chinese-Made Drone Found Near Tripura Border With Bangladesh  NDTV

Bangladesh envoy arrives in Tripura on three-day visit - The HinduBangladesh envoy arrives in Tripura on three-day visit  The Hindu

Bangladesh fishers risk abduction in Myanmar border tensions - Times of IndiaBangladesh fishers risk abduction in Myanmar border tensions  Times of India

Pakistan-Bangladesh Air Force Deal? India On Alert After Intelligence Leak - News18Pakistan-Bangladesh Air Force Deal? India On Alert After Intelligence Leak  News18

'Inadvertent air violation' by Bangladesh airline in June flagged with the country: Govt - Deccan Herald'Inadvertent air violation' by Bangladesh airline in June flagged with the country: Govt  Deccan Herald

A year after uprising, Bangladesh's youth struggle to find jobs - Telegraph IndiaA year after uprising, Bangladesh's youth struggle to find jobs  Telegraph India

Pakistan, Bangladesh among 50 countries now with lower US tariffs than India - The Indian ExpressPakistan, Bangladesh among 50 countries now with lower US tariffs than India  The Indian Express

Bangladesh's Yunus congratulates his trade negotiators on securing 'landmark' deal with U.S. - The HinduBangladesh's Yunus congratulates his trade negotiators on securing 'landmark' deal with U.S.  The Hindu

Islamist outfit issued 'Greater Bangladesh' map with Indian areas? Here's the fact - India TodayIslamist outfit issued 'Greater Bangladesh' map with Indian areas? Here's the fact  India Today

Bangladesh outfit backed by Turkish NGO published anti-India map: Jaishankar - Times of IndiaBangladesh outfit backed by Turkish NGO published anti-India map: Jaishankar  Times of India

Bangladesh: Year since Hasina Fled, Rights Challenges Abound - Human Rights WatchBangladesh: Year since Hasina Fled, Rights Challenges Abound  Human Rights Watch

'Bangladesh needs her now more than ever': Calls for Hasina’s return grow louder as Dhaka turmoil... - Moneycontrol'Bangladesh needs her now more than ever': Calls for Hasina’s return grow louder as Dhaka turmoil...  Moneycontrol

Why is India protecting Bangladesh's Sheik Hasina? - DWWhy is India protecting Bangladesh's Sheik Hasina?  DW

Bangladesh: Interim Govt Finalises July Charter, To Be Presented On Aug 5 - Zee NewsBangladesh: Interim Govt Finalises July Charter, To Be Presented On Aug 5  Zee News

Drone on border with Bangladesh , alarm among people - TRIPURAINFODrone on border with Bangladesh , alarm among people  TRIPURAINFO

Tripura: BSF to conduct a thorough study of 'Made in China' drone, found near India-Bangladesh border - The Economic TimesTripura: BSF to conduct a thorough study of 'Made in China' drone, found near India-Bangladesh border  The Economic Times

‘Bangladesh needs her…’: Bangladeshi nationals call for return of Sheikh Hasina - Mint‘Bangladesh needs her…’: Bangladeshi nationals call for return of Sheikh Hasina  Mint

Four children, seven Bangladeshi nationals held while returning to Bangladesh - The HinduFour children, seven Bangladeshi nationals held while returning to Bangladesh  The Hindu

Ram Madhav writes: Bangladesh, a year later - The Indian ExpressRam Madhav writes: Bangladesh, a year later  The Indian Express

Pakistan, Bangladesh Agree On Visa-Free Entry Of Officials: How It Affects India - NDTVPakistan, Bangladesh Agree On Visa-Free Entry Of Officials: How It Affects India  NDTV

Bangladesh High Commissioner Visits Tripura, Holds Key Talks on Border Trade and Connectivity - Northeast LiveBangladesh High Commissioner Visits Tripura, Holds Key Talks on Border Trade and Connectivity  Northeast Live

Diplomatic balancing act: Bangladesh envoys India visit sparks speculation on future ties - The TribuneDiplomatic balancing act: Bangladesh envoys India visit sparks speculation on future ties  The Tribune

Jorhat’s Amlan Bora appointed Chief Representative for Port of Rotterdam in India, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh - sentinelassam.comJorhat’s Amlan Bora appointed Chief Representative for Port of Rotterdam in India, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh  sentinelassam.com

Pakistan doing secret deal with Bangladesh on..., intelligence report leaked, Should Modi government be worri - India.ComPakistan doing secret deal with Bangladesh on..., intelligence report leaked, Should Modi government be worri  India.Com

India joins international support campaign for Bangladesh after air force jet crashed in Dhaka - The HinduIndia joins international support campaign for Bangladesh after air force jet crashed in Dhaka  The Hindu

Air Space Violation by Bangladesh - Rising KashmirAir Space Violation by Bangladesh  Rising Kashmir

India Flags "Inadvertent Air Violation" By Bangladesh Airline In June - NDTVIndia Flags "Inadvertent Air Violation" By Bangladesh Airline In June  NDTV

Donald Trump’s tariff chart out: India unchanged at 25%, Pakistan drops to 19%, Bangladesh to 20%. See full list - Business TodayDonald Trump’s tariff chart out: India unchanged at 25%, Pakistan drops to 19%, Bangladesh to 20%. See full list  Business Today

Bangladesh Mocks India Over Better Deal in Trump Tariff Regime - Deccan ChronicleBangladesh Mocks India Over Better Deal in Trump Tariff Regime  Deccan Chronicle

HSBC to exit retail banking operations in Bangladesh - Retail Banker InternationalHSBC to exit retail banking operations in Bangladesh  Retail Banker International

The mission to save Bangladesh’s modern masters - Financial TimesThe mission to save Bangladesh’s modern masters  Financial Times

Donald Trump sticks to 25% tariff on India, slashes rates on Bangladesh, Pakistan - CNBC TV18Donald Trump sticks to 25% tariff on India, slashes rates on Bangladesh, Pakistan  CNBC TV18

Neglecting Tagore's Legacy: Students Protest To Demand Campus For Bangladesh's Rabindra University - News18Neglecting Tagore's Legacy: Students Protest To Demand Campus For Bangladesh's Rabindra University  News18

Bangladesh’s broken dawn: From student revolt to Islamist resurgence - sentinelassam.comBangladesh’s broken dawn: From student revolt to Islamist resurgence  sentinelassam.com

Rice exporters may have a windfall as Bangladesh floats tender - financialexpress.comRice exporters may have a windfall as Bangladesh floats tender  financialexpress.com

258 communal attacks in Bangladesh in the first half of 2025: Bangladesh minority religious group - The Hindu258 communal attacks in Bangladesh in the first half of 2025: Bangladesh minority religious group  The Hindu

India-Bangladesh Relations Spiritual, Economic: High Commissioner Riaz Hamidullah during Tripura Visit - Northeast TodayIndia-Bangladesh Relations Spiritual, Economic: High Commissioner Riaz Hamidullah during Tripura Visit  Northeast Today

Indian, with land deed from 1941; deported to Bangladesh as infiltrator without reason - Telegraph IndiaIndian, with land deed from 1941; deported to Bangladesh as infiltrator without reason  Telegraph India

Bangladesh interim govt to unveil ‘July Declaration’ on August 5 - theweek.inBangladesh interim govt to unveil ‘July Declaration’ on August 5  theweek.in

Bangladesh needs fundamental reforms, says NCP Joint Convener Tajnuva Jabeen ahead of uprising anniversary - The TribuneBangladesh needs fundamental reforms, says NCP Joint Convener Tajnuva Jabeen ahead of uprising anniversary  The Tribune

My “Namasudra Brahmin” family’s quest for caste dignity in Bangladesh - Himal SouthasianMy “Namasudra Brahmin” family’s quest for caste dignity in Bangladesh  Himal Southasian

Talks on Ganga Water Treaty renewal with Bangladesh yet to begin: Govt - Business StandardTalks on Ganga Water Treaty renewal with Bangladesh yet to begin: Govt  Business Standard

An Immigrant From Bangladesh Turns Out To Be A Hero For New Yorkers - NDTVAn Immigrant From Bangladesh Turns Out To Be A Hero For New Yorkers  NDTV

'Decisive victory': Yunus lauds Bangladesh's US tariff deal, highlights India's 25% rate - MSN'Decisive victory': Yunus lauds Bangladesh's US tariff deal, highlights India's 25% rate  MSN

Jorhat native named Port of Rotterdam chief for India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka - The Assam TribuneJorhat native named Port of Rotterdam chief for India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka  The Assam Tribune

Can rainwater-fed ponds revive Bangladesh’s hilly streams? - MongabayCan rainwater-fed ponds revive Bangladesh’s hilly streams?  Mongabay

Contrary to India’s fears, Bangladesh is not joining a China-Pakistan axis - Al JazeeraContrary to India’s fears, Bangladesh is not joining a China-Pakistan axis  Al Jazeera

Jihadist network targets Nepal: ISI’s cross-border expansion via Bangladesh - Highland PostJihadist network targets Nepal: ISI’s cross-border expansion via Bangladesh  Highland Post

Bangladesh aircraft crash: Death toll rises to 31; 165 injured under treatment - NewsonairBangladesh aircraft crash: Death toll rises to 31; 165 injured under treatment  Newsonair

Indo-Bangladesh relations independent of India’s ties with other countries: Centre - The Assam TribuneIndo-Bangladesh relations independent of India’s ties with other countries: Centre  The Assam Tribune

Bangladesh still polarized a year after Hasina's ouster - DWBangladesh still polarized a year after Hasina's ouster  DW

Yunus says India failed to strike trade deal with US: Bangladesh's Chief Adviser says, 'We managed to reduc... - Bhaskar EnglishYunus says India failed to strike trade deal with US: Bangladesh's Chief Adviser says, 'We managed to reduc...  Bhaskar English

US tariff hike ‘manageable’ for Bangladesh, says BGMEA president - Apparel ResourcesUS tariff hike ‘manageable’ for Bangladesh, says BGMEA president  Apparel Resources

Environmental risks rise from inefficient water use in Bangladesh’s apparel sector - Apparel ResourcesEnvironmental risks rise from inefficient water use in Bangladesh’s apparel sector  Apparel Resources

Bangladeshi goons attack BSF jawans at Indo-Bangladesh border at Katigorah - sentinelassam.comBangladeshi goons attack BSF jawans at Indo-Bangladesh border at Katigorah  sentinelassam.com

Video | Bangladesh News | Yunus Signals Bangladesh Polls In Feb 2026 | Myanmar Junta Ends 4-year Emergency - NDTVVideo | Bangladesh News | Yunus Signals Bangladesh Polls In Feb 2026 | Myanmar Junta Ends 4-year Emergency  NDTV

Bangladesh: Student leader arrested on extortion charge - Careers360Bangladesh: Student leader arrested on extortion charge  Careers360

Bangladesh jet crash: India sends burn injury specialists to assist air crash survivors - The HinduBangladesh jet crash: India sends burn injury specialists to assist air crash survivors  The Hindu

BNP: Khaleda to contest Bangladesh polls if held in December - Times of IndiaBNP: Khaleda to contest Bangladesh polls if held in December  Times of India

Bangladesh’s exporters welcome US tariff reduction, but concerns linger over competitiveness - Apparel ResourcesBangladesh’s exporters welcome US tariff reduction, but concerns linger over competitiveness  Apparel Resources

Bihar Assembly Elections: Seemanchal, close to Bangladesh, sees significant voter deletion - The Economic TimesBihar Assembly Elections: Seemanchal, close to Bangladesh, sees significant voter deletion  The Economic Times

Chinese-made drone found near India-Bangladesh border triggers BSF probe in Tripura - DaijiworldChinese-made drone found near India-Bangladesh border triggers BSF probe in Tripura  Daijiworld

Local textiles hemmed in: Trump cuts bangladesh tariff to 20%, leaving India at a disadvantage - The Economic TimesLocal textiles hemmed in: Trump cuts bangladesh tariff to 20%, leaving India at a disadvantage  The Economic Times

Muhammad Yunus praises Bangladesh’s trade deal with US, compares it to India - India Shipping NewsMuhammad Yunus praises Bangladesh’s trade deal with US, compares it to India  India Shipping News

Islamist outfit issued 'Greater Bangladesh' map with Indian areas? Here's the fact - MSNIslamist outfit issued 'Greater Bangladesh' map with Indian areas? Here's the fact  MSN

Greater Bangladesh map sparks alarm: Turkey backed Saltanat-e-Bangla targets Indian territory - India News StreamGreater Bangladesh map sparks alarm: Turkey backed Saltanat-e-Bangla targets Indian territory  India News Stream

Bangladesh Star Accused Of Assault And Threats, Issues Massive Statement - NDTV SportsBangladesh Star Accused Of Assault And Threats, Issues Massive Statement  NDTV Sports

Talks for renewal of Ganga Water Treaty between India, Bangladesh yet to begin: Govt - Daily ExcelsiorTalks for renewal of Ganga Water Treaty between India, Bangladesh yet to begin: Govt  Daily Excelsior

Bangladesh to buy 220,000 tons of US wheat to cool tariff tension - ReutersBangladesh to buy 220,000 tons of US wheat to cool tariff tension  Reuters

India ready to extend all possible support: PM on Bangladesh plane crash - The HinduIndia ready to extend all possible support: PM on Bangladesh plane crash  The Hindu

Bangladesh taunts India over Trump tariffs, says New Delhi benefitted Dhaka by...; Yunus aide claims US has.. - India.ComBangladesh taunts India over Trump tariffs, says New Delhi benefitted Dhaka by...; Yunus aide claims US has..  India.Com

Evictions and expulsions of Muslims to Bangladesh precede Indian state polls - ReutersEvictions and expulsions of Muslims to Bangladesh precede Indian state polls  Reuters

Bangladesh jet crash: What to know about the Air Force training aircraft crash into a Dhaka school - The HinduBangladesh jet crash: What to know about the Air Force training aircraft crash into a Dhaka school  The Hindu

Tourism Industry of Bangladesh Faces Major Workforce Shortage Amid Projected Growth by 2030 - Travel And Tour WorldTourism Industry of Bangladesh Faces Major Workforce Shortage Amid Projected Growth by 2030  Travel And Tour World

‘Decisive victory’: Yunus lauds Bangladesh’s US tariff deal, highlights India’s 25% rate - Business Today‘Decisive victory’: Yunus lauds Bangladesh’s US tariff deal, highlights India’s 25% rate  Business Today

Labour MP Tulip Siddiq to face corruption trial in Bangladesh - BBCLabour MP Tulip Siddiq to face corruption trial in Bangladesh  BBC

UN Human Rights Office to open mission in Bangladesh - ohchrUN Human Rights Office to open mission in Bangladesh  ohchr

A day after Gopalganj clashes, India reiterates call for Bangladesh election ‘with everybody in its fold’ - The HinduA day after Gopalganj clashes, India reiterates call for Bangladesh election ‘with everybody in its fold’  The Hindu

With Respect, From Bengal: Nadia Sculptor Crafts Bangabandhu Bust For Bangladesh Dispatch - ETV BharatWith Respect, From Bengal: Nadia Sculptor Crafts Bangabandhu Bust For Bangladesh Dispatch  ETV Bharat

Bangladesh gifts 300 kg Haribhanga mangoes to Tripura CM as part of annual goodwill exchange - NewsonairBangladesh gifts 300 kg Haribhanga mangoes to Tripura CM as part of annual goodwill exchange  Newsonair

Bangladesh Police Arrest Sixth Student Leader In Extortion Case Linked To Anti-Govt Protest Group - Free Press JournalBangladesh Police Arrest Sixth Student Leader In Extortion Case Linked To Anti-Govt Protest Group  Free Press Journal

Bangladesh Christians praying for safety after persecution intensifies - Premier Christian NewsBangladesh Christians praying for safety after persecution intensifies  Premier Christian News

India’s ‘Greater Bangladesh’ claim seen as diversion from domestic failures, regional isolation - Kashmir Media ServiceIndia’s ‘Greater Bangladesh’ claim seen as diversion from domestic failures, regional isolation  Kashmir Media Service

Bangladesh Secures Landmark Trade Deal with US - Rediff MoneyWizBangladesh Secures Landmark Trade Deal with US  Rediff MoneyWiz

Jacobson: Joint military exercise symbolizes strong Bangladesh-US ties - Dhaka TribuneJacobson: Joint military exercise symbolizes strong Bangladesh-US ties  Dhaka Tribune

India: Hundreds of Muslims Unlawfully Expelled to Bangladesh - Human Rights WatchIndia: Hundreds of Muslims Unlawfully Expelled to Bangladesh  Human Rights Watch

Gokaldas Exports, Pearl Global, other textile shares slump again after Bangladesh tariff cut - CNBC TV18Gokaldas Exports, Pearl Global, other textile shares slump again after Bangladesh tariff cut  CNBC TV18

Tibetan Experts Raise Concern Over China's Brahmaputra Dam Project On India, Bangladesh - ABP Live EnglishTibetan Experts Raise Concern Over China's Brahmaputra Dam Project On India, Bangladesh  ABP Live English

Bangladesh’s largest Islamist party rallies for fair elections - Al JazeeraBangladesh’s largest Islamist party rallies for fair elections  Al Jazeera

Business schools in Bangladesh: Time to rethink accreditation - Prothom Alo EnglishBusiness schools in Bangladesh: Time to rethink accreditation  Prothom Alo English

Inauguration of SMEP-supported industrial wastewater recovery plant in Bangladesh - UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD)Inauguration of SMEP-supported industrial wastewater recovery plant in Bangladesh  UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD)

Families of Bengali migrants deported to Bangladesh stare at endless uncertainty - Deccan HeraldFamilies of Bengali migrants deported to Bangladesh stare at endless uncertainty  Deccan Herald

Will Bangladesh veer from its India-China middle path? - South China Morning PostWill Bangladesh veer from its India-China middle path?  South China Morning Post

Trump tariffs: Bangladesh secures relief in US tariff talks - WIONTrump tariffs: Bangladesh secures relief in US tariff talks  WION

Bangladesh placed in Group B of AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026: Full list of opponents, schedule - SportstarBangladesh placed in Group B of AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026: Full list of opponents, schedule  Sportstar

‘Shoot them’: Sheikh Hasina ordered firing on Bangladesh protesters in 2024 - Al Jazeera‘Shoot them’: Sheikh Hasina ordered firing on Bangladesh protesters in 2024  Al Jazeera