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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India’s decision on Indus casts shadow on renewal of India-Bangladesh Ganga Water Treaty: Bangladesh water expert - The HinduIndia’s decision on Indus casts shadow on renewal of India-Bangladesh Ganga Water Treaty: Bangladesh water expert  The Hindu

Bangladesh will come hard at us: Ben Curran - Cricbuzz.comBangladesh will come hard at us: Ben Curran  Cricbuzz.com

Pahalgam terror aftermath: 1,024 Bangladesh nationals detained in Gujarat, Minister Sanghavi calls it ‘historic victory’ - The Indian ExpressPahalgam terror aftermath: 1,024 Bangladesh nationals detained in Gujarat, Minister Sanghavi calls it ‘historic victory’  The Indian Express

Pakistan Foreign Minister To Visit Bangladesh Amid Delhi-Islamabad Tensions - NDTVPakistan Foreign Minister To Visit Bangladesh Amid Delhi-Islamabad Tensions  NDTV

Anti-India Yunus drives Bangladesh towards major crisis, 30000000 Bangladeshis in serious trouble due to.... - India.ComAnti-India Yunus drives Bangladesh towards major crisis, 30000000 Bangladeshis in serious trouble due to....  India.Com

Bangladesh’s Bhabesh to Murshidabad riots, Muslims must ask why violence keeps repeating - ThePrintBangladesh’s Bhabesh to Murshidabad riots, Muslims must ask why violence keeps repeating  ThePrint

Bangladesh recall in-form opener for second Zimbabwe Test - ICCBangladesh recall in-form opener for second Zimbabwe Test  ICC

Sri Lankan nationals abducted for ransom in Bangladesh, rescued by police - Siasat.comSri Lankan nationals abducted for ransom in Bangladesh, rescued by police  Siasat.com

Why Bangladesh’s Muhammad Yunus Must Hold Elections Soon - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineWhy Bangladesh’s Muhammad Yunus Must Hold Elections Soon  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

Assam CM Sarma says state government concerned about recent hobnobbing between Bangladesh and Pakistan - The Economic TimesAssam CM Sarma says state government concerned about recent hobnobbing between Bangladesh and Pakistan  The Economic Times

Bangladesh vs Zimbabwe, 1st Test - Cricbuzz.comBangladesh vs Zimbabwe, 1st Test  Cricbuzz.com

Zimbabwe seal Sylhet thriller to complete first away Test win since 2021 - ESPNcricinfoZimbabwe seal Sylhet thriller to complete first away Test win since 2021  ESPNcricinfo

India Halts Rail Projects In Bangladesh Amid Political Turmoil: Report - NDTVIndia Halts Rail Projects In Bangladesh Amid Political Turmoil: Report  NDTV

Reason Behind High Gold Price In Bangladesh | Why gold costs more in Bangladesh than in India, Dubai - The Daily StarReason Behind High Gold Price In Bangladesh | Why gold costs more in Bangladesh than in India, Dubai  The Daily Star

Tripura: Pradyot Urges Centre to Cut Ties with Bangladesh - TRIPURAINFOTripura: Pradyot Urges Centre to Cut Ties with Bangladesh  TRIPURAINFO

World Bank urges fiscal reforms to sustain Bangladesh's growth - Fibre2FashionWorld Bank urges fiscal reforms to sustain Bangladesh's growth  Fibre2Fashion

Democracy on hold: The struggle for power in post-Hasina Bangladesh - nenews.inDemocracy on hold: The struggle for power in post-Hasina Bangladesh  nenews.in

Video of Elderly Man Assaulted on a Train Is From Bangladesh, Not West Bengal - The QuintVideo of Elderly Man Assaulted on a Train Is From Bangladesh, Not West Bengal  The Quint

“Our Lives Matter Too…: Post Pahalgam Attack, Pradyot Debbarma Urges Centre to Respond Sternly to Bangladesh Too - Northeast Live“Our Lives Matter Too…: Post Pahalgam Attack, Pradyot Debbarma Urges Centre to Respond Sternly to Bangladesh Too  Northeast Live

Pakistan Women vs Bangladesh Women, 14th Match - Cricbuzz.comPakistan Women vs Bangladesh Women, 14th Match  Cricbuzz.com

'Reiterate Commitment To Fight Against Terrorism': Bangladesh On J&K Attack - NDTV'Reiterate Commitment To Fight Against Terrorism': Bangladesh On J&K Attack  NDTV

Zimbabwe beat Bangladesh, Zimbabwe won by 3 wickets - ESPNcricinfoZimbabwe beat Bangladesh, Zimbabwe won by 3 wickets  ESPNcricinfo

Bangladesh to beg like Pakistan after Modi govt decides to....,even China can't help... - India.ComBangladesh to beg like Pakistan after Modi govt decides to....,even China can't help...  India.Com

Anamul Haque in, Nahid Rana out of Bangladesh Test squad - ESPNcricinfoAnamul Haque in, Nahid Rana out of Bangladesh Test squad  ESPNcricinfo

Tripura Sends Team To India-Bangladesh Border Amid Concerns Over Embankments - NDTVTripura Sends Team To India-Bangladesh Border Amid Concerns Over Embankments  NDTV

Surat Police detains suspected Bangladesh nationals for document verification - The News MillSurat Police detains suspected Bangladesh nationals for document verification  The News Mill

The Bangladesh-Pakistan-China Triangle and India’s Strategic Dilemma - South Asian VoicesThe Bangladesh-Pakistan-China Triangle and India’s Strategic Dilemma  South Asian Voices

Snap diplomatic ties with Bangladesh: Pradyot urges Centre - tripuratimes.comSnap diplomatic ties with Bangladesh: Pradyot urges Centre  tripuratimes.com

Bangladesh-Pakistan thaw putting the heat on India - Asia TimesBangladesh-Pakistan thaw putting the heat on India  Asia Times

Bangladesh paying heavy price for spoiling relations with India, more than 160…, over 40000…, Yunus' decision - India.ComBangladesh paying heavy price for spoiling relations with India, more than 160…, over 40000…, Yunus' decision  India.Com

Diplomatic reset with Pakistan would be a lose-lose game for Bangladesh - The Shillong TimesDiplomatic reset with Pakistan would be a lose-lose game for Bangladesh  The Shillong Times

India Halts Bangladesh Transhipment: What it Means for Regional Trade and Security - orfonline.orgIndia Halts Bangladesh Transhipment: What it Means for Regional Trade and Security  orfonline.org

India Revoking Transshipment Facility for Bangladesh | A setback for Bangladeshi exporters - The Daily StarIndia Revoking Transshipment Facility for Bangladesh | A setback for Bangladeshi exporters  The Daily Star

"One has to reap fruits of their deeds": Union Minister Giriraj Singh hits out at Pakistan, Bangladesh amid rising tensions - The News Mill"One has to reap fruits of their deeds": Union Minister Giriraj Singh hits out at Pakistan, Bangladesh amid rising tensions  The News Mill

'Might As Well Split Bangladesh...': Northeast Leaders Slam Dhaka Remark - NDTV'Might As Well Split Bangladesh...': Northeast Leaders Slam Dhaka Remark  NDTV

Shanto backs seasoned Bangladesh campaigner to bounce back - ICCShanto backs seasoned Bangladesh campaigner to bounce back  ICC

Opinion | Bangladesh And The Art Of Instigation - NDTVOpinion | Bangladesh And The Art Of Instigation  NDTV

Lost In 1971 War, Pakistan Attempts To Rebuild Ties With Bangladesh With China’s Help; Concern For India? - EurAsian TimesLost In 1971 War, Pakistan Attempts To Rebuild Ties With Bangladesh With China’s Help; Concern For India?  EurAsian Times

PCC president Ashish Saha checks Bangladesh embankment issue along border - tripuratimes.comPCC president Ashish Saha checks Bangladesh embankment issue along border  tripuratimes.com

Bangladesh Requests Interpol Red Corner Notice For Sheikh Hasina: Report - NDTVBangladesh Requests Interpol Red Corner Notice For Sheikh Hasina: Report  NDTV

Bangladesh seeks formal apology from Pakistan for 1971 genocide, $4.3 billion share of undivided wealth - The Economic TimesBangladesh seeks formal apology from Pakistan for 1971 genocide, $4.3 billion share of undivided wealth  The Economic Times

Pradyot Debbarma Calls for Equal Treatment of Pakistan and Bangladesh by India - Tripura ChroniclePradyot Debbarma Calls for Equal Treatment of Pakistan and Bangladesh by India  Tripura Chronicle

Adopt stronger policy against Bangladesh, Pradyot Kishore urges Centre - ENewsTimeAdopt stronger policy against Bangladesh, Pradyot Kishore urges Centre  ENewsTime

Schedule announced for India’s white-ball tour of Bangladesh - ICCSchedule announced for India’s white-ball tour of Bangladesh  ICC

'7 states of India are landlocked': Yunus says Bangladesh 'only guardian of ocean', invites China to make - Times of India'7 states of India are landlocked': Yunus says Bangladesh 'only guardian of ocean', invites China to make  Times of India

Systematic persecution of Hindu minorities in Bangladesh under interim government: India - The HinduSystematic persecution of Hindu minorities in Bangladesh under interim government: India  The Hindu

Mominul wants Bangladesh to take 'control of crunch moments' - ESPNcricinfoMominul wants Bangladesh to take 'control of crunch moments'  ESPNcricinfo

Anti-India Bangladesh leader Yunus takes shocking step, plans to cancel historic..., Indian state of Tripura - India.ComAnti-India Bangladesh leader Yunus takes shocking step, plans to cancel historic..., Indian state of Tripura  India.Com

Bangladesh will not face any problems due to cancellation of transshipment facilities by India: Commerce Adviser - The HinduBangladesh will not face any problems due to cancellation of transshipment facilities by India: Commerce Adviser  The Hindu

Pakistan raises Kashmir issue in Foreign Office Consultation with Bangladesh in Dhaka - The HinduPakistan raises Kashmir issue in Foreign Office Consultation with Bangladesh in Dhaka  The Hindu

Carving A Homeland For Hindus Of Bangladesh And Unlocking The 'Landlocked' Northeast - SwarajyamagCarving A Homeland For Hindus Of Bangladesh And Unlocking The 'Landlocked' Northeast  Swarajyamag

Bangladesh: Fight for dominance between BNP-Awami League leaves over 50 injured - Eastern MirrorBangladesh: Fight for dominance between BNP-Awami League leaves over 50 injured  Eastern Mirror

Bangladesh Tries Creating Thorns In India’s Achilles Heal, A Region Defended By Rafale, BrahMos, S-400 - EurAsian TimesBangladesh Tries Creating Thorns In India’s Achilles Heal, A Region Defended By Rafale, BrahMos, S-400  EurAsian Times

Bangladesh planning to attack Myanmar? US' plan is to make..., It's dangerous for India because... - India.ComBangladesh planning to attack Myanmar? US' plan is to make..., It's dangerous for India because...  India.Com

Indus Treaty suspension is a wakeup call for Bangladesh - MoneycontrolIndus Treaty suspension is a wakeup call for Bangladesh  Moneycontrol

India-Pakistan tensions concerning for Bangladesh’s trade: Mustafizur - The Business StandardIndia-Pakistan tensions concerning for Bangladesh’s trade: Mustafizur  The Business Standard

Pahalgam attack exposes Hamas-Pak link, spreading terror dungeons from PoK to Bangladesh - sentinelassam.comPahalgam attack exposes Hamas-Pak link, spreading terror dungeons from PoK to Bangladesh  sentinelassam.com

India withdrew transhipment facility for Bangladesh due to Dhaka's actions: MEA - Times of IndiaIndia withdrew transhipment facility for Bangladesh due to Dhaka's actions: MEA  Times of India

Dhaka’s actions led to India’s closure of transshipment facility for Bangladesh: MEA - The HinduDhaka’s actions led to India’s closure of transshipment facility for Bangladesh: MEA  The Hindu

India Tears Into Yunus Regime Over Hindu Leader's Killing In Bangladesh - NDTVIndia Tears Into Yunus Regime Over Hindu Leader's Killing In Bangladesh  NDTV

Opinion | Bangladesh: Why Yunus Government Must Be Careful With 'Loose Talk' - NDTVOpinion | Bangladesh: Why Yunus Government Must Be Careful With 'Loose Talk'  NDTV

Transhipment facility shutdown: Bangladesh has forgotten that India has less to lose - The Indian ExpressTranshipment facility shutdown: Bangladesh has forgotten that India has less to lose  The Indian Express

IMF loan not critical for Bangladesh, says central bank governor - The Business StandardIMF loan not critical for Bangladesh, says central bank governor  The Business Standard

In Talks With Pak, Bangladesh Seeks Public Apology For 1971 Atrocities - NDTVIn Talks With Pak, Bangladesh Seeks Public Apology For 1971 Atrocities  NDTV

Bangladesh restricts import of yarn from India by land - The HinduBangladesh restricts import of yarn from India by land  The Hindu

Bangladesh demands Pakistan's apology & $4.5 bn as reparation of 1971 war - Business StandardBangladesh demands Pakistan's apology & $4.5 bn as reparation of 1971 war  Business Standard

Behind Diplomatic Niceties In Bangkok, India Draws Clear Red Lines for Bangladesh - SwarajyamagBehind Diplomatic Niceties In Bangkok, India Draws Clear Red Lines for Bangladesh  Swarajyamag

Supporting Moms and Babies in Bangladesh During the Weeks Before and After Birth - Direct ReliefSupporting Moms and Babies in Bangladesh During the Weeks Before and After Birth  Direct Relief

'Systematic persecution of Hindus': India lashes out at Bangladesh over killing of Hindu minority leader - Deccan Herald'Systematic persecution of Hindus': India lashes out at Bangladesh over killing of Hindu minority leader  Deccan Herald

Zimbabwe beats Bangladesh by 3 wickets in first cricket test - Hindustan TimesZimbabwe beats Bangladesh by 3 wickets in first cricket test  Hindustan Times

US issues new travel advisory for Bangladesh amid political violence: ‘Do not travel to these areas’ - Hindustan TimesUS issues new travel advisory for Bangladesh amid political violence: ‘Do not travel to these areas’  Hindustan Times

Bangladesh and Pakistan are finding new areas of convergence - The Indian ExpressBangladesh and Pakistan are finding new areas of convergence  The Indian Express

Qatar, Bangladesh Agree to Extend LNG Pact - energyintel.comQatar, Bangladesh Agree to Extend LNG Pact  energyintel.com

India ends transshipment facility for Bangladesh exports, cites congestion - The HinduIndia ends transshipment facility for Bangladesh exports, cites congestion  The Hindu

Bangladesh reinstates “except Israel” on passports amid public anger over Israeli attacks on Gaza - The HinduBangladesh reinstates “except Israel” on passports amid public anger over Israeli attacks on Gaza  The Hindu

Bangladesh's Islamists seek abolition of women's commission - The HinduBangladesh's Islamists seek abolition of women's commission  The Hindu

Hindu Community Leader Kidnapped, Beaten To Death In Bangladesh - NDTVHindu Community Leader Kidnapped, Beaten To Death In Bangladesh  NDTV

Bangladesh hopeful about IMF loan amid discussions on conditions - The Business StandardBangladesh hopeful about IMF loan amid discussions on conditions  The Business Standard

First talks in 15 years: Bangladesh seeks Pakistan’s apology for 1971 atrocities - The Indian ExpressFirst talks in 15 years: Bangladesh seeks Pakistan’s apology for 1971 atrocities  The Indian Express

Bangladesh Flag on Rickshaw Sparks Controversy in Tripura - tripuratimes.comBangladesh Flag on Rickshaw Sparks Controversy in Tripura  tripuratimes.com

Bangladesh textile sector seeks duty-free access on US cotton garments - Just StyleBangladesh textile sector seeks duty-free access on US cotton garments  Just Style

'Pattern of systematic persecution': India reacts strongly to brutal murder of Hindu leader in Bangladesh - Times of India'Pattern of systematic persecution': India reacts strongly to brutal murder of Hindu leader in Bangladesh  Times of India

Rankings boost for Bangladesh and Pakistan players following Qualifier success - ICCRankings boost for Bangladesh and Pakistan players following Qualifier success  ICC

After Yunus cosies up to China, India terminates trans-shipment facility for Bangladesh - Times of IndiaAfter Yunus cosies up to China, India terminates trans-shipment facility for Bangladesh  Times of India

In-transition Bangladesh face Zimbabwe test in rainy Sylhet - ESPNcricinfoIn-transition Bangladesh face Zimbabwe test in rainy Sylhet  ESPNcricinfo

Dangerous game: Yunus has made Bangladesh a puppet of China and Pakistan - FirstpostDangerous game: Yunus has made Bangladesh a puppet of China and Pakistan  Firstpost

Bangladesh border port saw sharp uptick before India halted transshipment - The Indian ExpressBangladesh border port saw sharp uptick before India halted transshipment  The Indian Express

Bangladesh steps on land border trade preceded India's transshipment ban - The Economic TimesBangladesh steps on land border trade preceded India's transshipment ban  The Economic Times

Himanta Sarma slams Bangladesh’s Yunus’ remark on Northeast India, pushes for measures to ‘bypass Chicken’s Neck’ - The Indian ExpressHimanta Sarma slams Bangladesh’s Yunus’ remark on Northeast India, pushes for measures to ‘bypass Chicken’s Neck’  The Indian Express

Minority persecution claims baseless: Bangladesh - Times of IndiaMinority persecution claims baseless: Bangladesh  Times of India

Zimbabwe end 7-year wait for away Test win in Bangladesh - India TodayZimbabwe end 7-year wait for away Test win in Bangladesh  India Today

Transshipment cargo from Bangladesh grew by 46% from FY24 to FY25 at Bengal’s Petrapole: Official data - The HinduTransshipment cargo from Bangladesh grew by 46% from FY24 to FY25 at Bengal’s Petrapole: Official data  The Hindu

Why Bangladesh is courting China – and what India can do about it - Lowy InstituteWhy Bangladesh is courting China – and what India can do about it  Lowy Institute

BAN vs ZIM Cricket Scorecard, 1st Test at Sylhet, April 20 - 23, 2025 - ESPNcricinfoBAN vs ZIM Cricket Scorecard, 1st Test at Sylhet, April 20 - 23, 2025  ESPNcricinfo

Opinion | How China can help Bangladesh escape India’s foreign policy grip - South China Morning PostOpinion | How China can help Bangladesh escape India’s foreign policy grip  South China Morning Post

‘Bangladesh would do better to focus on protecting rights of its own minorities’: India on Dhaka’s remarks on Murshidabad violence - The Indian Express‘Bangladesh would do better to focus on protecting rights of its own minorities’: India on Dhaka’s remarks on Murshidabad violence  The Indian Express

Bangladesh face Kazakhstan in place-deciding match tomorrow - Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha (BSS)Bangladesh face Kazakhstan in place-deciding match tomorrow  Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha (BSS)

'Except Israel' inscription reintroduced in Bangladeshi passports amid public anger over Gaza situation - Times of India'Except Israel' inscription reintroduced in Bangladeshi passports amid public anger over Gaza situation  Times of India

To Bangladesh's "Minority" Remark On Bengal, India Responds "Focus On..." - NDTVTo Bangladesh's "Minority" Remark On Bengal, India Responds "Focus On..."  NDTV

Bangladesh won't face issues due to India's trans-shipment halt: Official - Business StandardBangladesh won't face issues due to India's trans-shipment halt: Official  Business Standard