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

Voluntary return of undocumented migrants at Bangladesh border increased after government crackdown, say officials - The HinduVoluntary return of undocumented migrants at Bangladesh border increased after government crackdown, say officials  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

'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

Might as well break up Bangladesh: Northeast leaders bash Yunus pitch to China - India TodayMight as well break up Bangladesh: Northeast leaders bash Yunus pitch to China  India Today

Bangladesh is drawing closer to Pakistan and China. What should India do? - The Indian ExpressBangladesh is drawing closer to Pakistan and China. What should India do?  The Indian Express

As Bangladesh reinvents itself, Islamist hard-liners see an opening - Deccan HeraldAs Bangladesh reinvents itself, Islamist hard-liners see an opening  Deccan Herald

'We might as well break up Bangladesh': Tripura's Pradyot fires back at Yunus over sea access pitch to China - Business Today'We might as well break up Bangladesh': Tripura's Pradyot fires back at Yunus over sea access pitch to China  Business Today

Bangladesh plans to hurt India as Muhammad Yunus seeks 50-year master plan from China for..., Xi Jinping plan - India.ComBangladesh plans to hurt India as Muhammad Yunus seeks 50-year master plan from China for..., Xi Jinping plan  India.Com

As Bangladesh builds ties with China, India looks on - DWAs Bangladesh builds ties with China, India looks on  DW

India-Bangladesh Relations at a Crossroads: The Fallout of Sheikh Hasina’s Exile and China’s Growing Influence - Frontline MagazineIndia-Bangladesh Relations at a Crossroads: The Fallout of Sheikh Hasina’s Exile and China’s Growing Influence  Frontline Magazine

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

Northeast leaders bash Bangladesh's Yunus for 'landlocked' remarks on India's 'seven sisters' - India TV NewsNortheast leaders bash Bangladesh's Yunus for 'landlocked' remarks on India's 'seven sisters'  India TV News

'Offensive': Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma's sharp retort to Bangladesh's Muhammad Yunus' Northeast ‘landl - Times of India'Offensive': Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma's sharp retort to Bangladesh's Muhammad Yunus' Northeast ‘landl  Times of India

Bangladesh continues promotion of biodegradable bags amid battle against polythene - MongabayBangladesh continues promotion of biodegradable bags amid battle against polythene  Mongabay

If Indians rise, Bangladesh will cease to exist: Assam Jatiya Parishad - The Economic TimesIf Indians rise, Bangladesh will cease to exist: Assam Jatiya Parishad  The Economic Times

Bangladesh-China bonhomie worries leaders in Northeast, seek alternate route for narrow 'Chicken's Neck' - Deccan HeraldBangladesh-China bonhomie worries leaders in Northeast, seek alternate route for narrow 'Chicken's Neck'  Deccan Herald

Bangladesh, a Mirror of Ourselves..! - Andaman ChronicleBangladesh, a Mirror of Ourselves..!  Andaman Chronicle

Assam CM slams Bangladesh advisor's remark on Indian Ocean access - Business StandardAssam CM slams Bangladesh advisor's remark on Indian Ocean access  Business Standard

Dagger To Chicken's Neck? Why Bangladesh Leader's Remarks Enraged India - NDTVDagger To Chicken's Neck? Why Bangladesh Leader's Remarks Enraged India  NDTV

Yunus pitch to China: India’s Northeast landlocked, Bangladesh is your gateway - The Indian ExpressYunus pitch to China: India’s Northeast landlocked, Bangladesh is your gateway  The Indian Express

Bangladesh demolishes 1971 war mural - Times of IndiaBangladesh demolishes 1971 war mural  Times of India

Bangladesh Asks For China's "Extension" In Veiled Threat To Northeast India - NDTVBangladesh Asks For China's "Extension" In Veiled Threat To Northeast India  NDTV

‘Offensive and strongly condemnable’: Himanta Biswa Sarma slams Muhammad Yunus’s Bangladesh ‘guardian of the ocean’ remarks - The Hindu‘Offensive and strongly condemnable’: Himanta Biswa Sarma slams Muhammad Yunus’s Bangladesh ‘guardian of the ocean’ remarks  The Hindu

"Break Up Bangladesh...": Tripura Ex-Royal On "Extension Of China" Remark - NDTV"Break Up Bangladesh...": Tripura Ex-Royal On "Extension Of China" Remark  NDTV

'India's unity and territorial integrity non-negotiable': Biren Singh slams Bangladesh's Muhammad Yunus o - Times of India'India's unity and territorial integrity non-negotiable': Biren Singh slams Bangladesh's Muhammad Yunus o  Times of India

Muhammad Yunus says important for Bangladesh to see China as good friend; expects ties to enter new phase - The HinduMuhammad Yunus says important for Bangladesh to see China as good friend; expects ties to enter new phase  The Hindu

Bangladesh welcomes China to participate in Teesta project - The HinduBangladesh welcomes China to participate in Teesta project  The Hindu

Adani: Indian conglomerate restores power supply to Bangladesh after four months - BBCAdani: Indian conglomerate restores power supply to Bangladesh after four months  BBC

'Offensive': Assam CM on Yunus calling Bangladesh 'guardian of the ocean' - Deccan Herald'Offensive': Assam CM on Yunus calling Bangladesh 'guardian of the ocean'  Deccan Herald

Bangladesh, China sign nine agreements - Times of IndiaBangladesh, China sign nine agreements  Times of India

Strong tremors in Bangladesh after 7.7 magnitude earthquake hits Myanmar - Times of IndiaStrong tremors in Bangladesh after 7.7 magnitude earthquake hits Myanmar  Times of India

Woman thrown under moving train after gangrape in Bangladesh? No. Video is scripted - Alt NewsWoman thrown under moving train after gangrape in Bangladesh? No. Video is scripted  Alt News

Yunus refers to India's northeast states in bid to lure China; eyebrows raised - India TodayYunus refers to India's northeast states in bid to lure China; eyebrows raised  India Today

Pradyot warns Centre on NE’s security, Calls for Assertive Stance Against Bangladesh - Tripura ChroniclePradyot warns Centre on NE’s security, Calls for Assertive Stance Against Bangladesh  Tripura Chronicle

Bangladesh on slowdown in anti-India activities and utterances , eyes renewal of Ganga water flow - TRIPURAINFOBangladesh on slowdown in anti-India activities and utterances , eyes renewal of Ganga water flow  TRIPURAINFO

India-Bangladesh-Pakistan: South Asia’s Fateful Triangle - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineIndia-Bangladesh-Pakistan: South Asia’s Fateful Triangle  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

'Seven sisters are landlocked', Bangladesh PM presents China with an 'opportunity' - GujaratSamachar English'Seven sisters are landlocked', Bangladesh PM presents China with an 'opportunity'  GujaratSamachar English

Bangladesh head Yunus’ bonhomie with Pakistan and China: What it means for India - MoneycontrolBangladesh head Yunus’ bonhomie with Pakistan and China: What it means for India  Moneycontrol

Video. Bangladesh celebrates Eid with grand processions and prayers - Euronews.comVideo. Bangladesh celebrates Eid with grand processions and prayers  Euronews.com

‘Deep optics’: what Yunus’ China trip means for Bangladesh-India ties - South China Morning Post‘Deep optics’: what Yunus’ China trip means for Bangladesh-India ties  South China Morning Post

There’s No Party Like an Iftar Party for Bangladesh’s Aspiring Leaders - The New York TimesThere’s No Party Like an Iftar Party for Bangladesh’s Aspiring Leaders  The New York Times

AJP warns Bangladesh’s interim head Muhammad Yunus: ‘If Indians rise, Bangladesh will cease to exist’ - Hub NewsAJP warns Bangladesh’s interim head Muhammad Yunus: ‘If Indians rise, Bangladesh will cease to exist’  Hub News

'7 Indian states are landlocked': Yunus calls Bangladesh 'ocean guardian' - Business Standard'7 Indian states are landlocked': Yunus calls Bangladesh 'ocean guardian'  Business Standard

Bangladesh ex-PM Sheikh Hasina accused of plotting to overthrow govt - The HinduBangladesh ex-PM Sheikh Hasina accused of plotting to overthrow govt  The Hindu

‘Break up Bangladesh,’ says Pradyot joining Sarma, Sanyal in slamming Yunus for ‘landlocked’ remarks - ThePrint‘Break up Bangladesh,’ says Pradyot joining Sarma, Sanyal in slamming Yunus for ‘landlocked’ remarks  ThePrint

American Aid and Regime Change in Bangladesh: A Primer - orfonline.orgAmerican Aid and Regime Change in Bangladesh: A Primer  orfonline.org

After China and Pakistan, now Bangladesh begs for help from this nation, not a Muslim country, the name is... - India.ComAfter China and Pakistan, now Bangladesh begs for help from this nation, not a Muslim country, the name is...  India.Com

'Seven states of India are landlocked...': Yunus invites China to expand, calls Bangladesh the 'only guard - The Economic Times'Seven states of India are landlocked...': Yunus invites China to expand, calls Bangladesh the 'only guard  The Economic Times

Not even Eid-ul-Fitr could bring Bangladesh President Chuppu and Chief Advisor Yunus together - nenews.inNot even Eid-ul-Fitr could bring Bangladesh President Chuppu and Chief Advisor Yunus together  nenews.in

India’s Northeast ‘Landlocked’, Bangladesh Is Your Gateway: Yunus To China - StratNews GlobalIndia’s Northeast ‘Landlocked’, Bangladesh Is Your Gateway: Yunus To China  StratNews Global

Explained: Why Indian-origin players cannot represent Blue Tigers the way Bangladesh got English-born Hamza Choudhury - FirstpostExplained: Why Indian-origin players cannot represent Blue Tigers the way Bangladesh got English-born Hamza Choudhury  Firstpost

Bangladesh unable to fully utilise zero-duty trade benefits of China - Fibre2FashionBangladesh unable to fully utilise zero-duty trade benefits of China  Fibre2Fashion

Bimstec Summit 2025: Will PM Modi meet Bangladesh's Yunus in Bangkok? - FirstpostBimstec Summit 2025: Will PM Modi meet Bangladesh's Yunus in Bangkok?  Firstpost

Assam CM Himata Biswa slams Bangladesh chief Muhammad Yunus' remark on Northeast: ‘Longstanding agendas’ - Hindustan TimesAssam CM Himata Biswa slams Bangladesh chief Muhammad Yunus' remark on Northeast: ‘Longstanding agendas’  Hindustan Times

Region From Bihar To Bangladesh Prone To Earthquake: IIT Prof - ETV BharatRegion From Bihar To Bangladesh Prone To Earthquake: IIT Prof  ETV Bharat

Bangladesh's Chief Adviser Yunus meets Chinese President Xi Jinping - The HinduBangladesh's Chief Adviser Yunus meets Chinese President Xi Jinping  The Hindu

PM Modi pens letter to Bangladesh’s Muhammad Yunus: ‘Mutual sensitivity to each other’s interests and concerns’ - The HinduPM Modi pens letter to Bangladesh’s Muhammad Yunus: ‘Mutual sensitivity to each other’s interests and concerns’  The Hindu

As Yunus visits China, India must talk to Bangladesh - The Indian ExpressAs Yunus visits China, India must talk to Bangladesh  The Indian Express

Video | Bangladesh's China Pitch | Trump's 'Liberation Day' | UK, Australia Hike Visa Fees For Indians - NDTVVideo | Bangladesh's China Pitch | Trump's 'Liberation Day' | UK, Australia Hike Visa Fees For Indians  NDTV

Bangladesh inviting China dangerous for Northeast region, says Congress - The HinduBangladesh inviting China dangerous for Northeast region, says Congress  The Hindu

Bangladesh National Day: PM Modi writes to Mohammad Yunus, calls for ‘mutual sensitivity’ to concerns - The Indian ExpressBangladesh National Day: PM Modi writes to Mohammad Yunus, calls for ‘mutual sensitivity’ to concerns  The Indian Express

The lessons of Bangladesh: Dr. Ali Riaz gives voice to his native country as it fights for democracy - Illinois State University NewsThe lessons of Bangladesh: Dr. Ali Riaz gives voice to his native country as it fights for democracy  Illinois State University News

Assam CM Himanta Calls Bangladesh Adviser Yunus' 'Guardian of the Ocean' Remark Offensive And Strongly Condemnable - ETV BharatAssam CM Himanta Calls Bangladesh Adviser Yunus' 'Guardian of the Ocean' Remark Offensive And Strongly Condemnable  ETV Bharat

ODI scrapped from Bangladesh's tour of Pakistan in May - Cricbuzz.comODI scrapped from Bangladesh's tour of Pakistan in May  Cricbuzz.com

Why Muhammad Yunus has claimed ‘guardianship’ over the Indian Ocean - Organiser WeeklyWhy Muhammad Yunus has claimed ‘guardianship’ over the Indian Ocean  Organiser Weekly

Bangladesh feels tremors as 7.3-magnitude earthquake strikes Myanmar - Hindustan TimesBangladesh feels tremors as 7.3-magnitude earthquake strikes Myanmar  Hindustan Times

Message to India? Yunus jets off to China on Bangladesh Independence Day - India TodayMessage to India? Yunus jets off to China on Bangladesh Independence Day  India Today

Islamist resurgence threatens Bangladesh’s fragile democratic transition - MoneycontrolIslamist resurgence threatens Bangladesh’s fragile democratic transition  Moneycontrol

‘Offensive’: Himanta Sarma criticises remarks by Bangladesh’s Yunus on North East India - Scroll.in‘Offensive’: Himanta Sarma criticises remarks by Bangladesh’s Yunus on North East India  Scroll.in

Assam Assembly Deputy Speaker warns Bangladesh over Muhammad Yunus' comments on the Northeast - The News MillAssam Assembly Deputy Speaker warns Bangladesh over Muhammad Yunus' comments on the Northeast  The News Mill

Bangladesh’s Muhammad Yunus triggers backlash in India with remarks on northeast during China visit - India SentinelsBangladesh’s Muhammad Yunus triggers backlash in India with remarks on northeast during China visit  India Sentinels

China-Bangladesh relations: A new path or new worry? - The StatesmanChina-Bangladesh relations: A new path or new worry?  The Statesman

Good relations with Bangladesh crucial for Northeast: Centre - The Assam TribuneGood relations with Bangladesh crucial for Northeast: Centre  The Assam Tribune

Tripura Royal Scion Pradyot Debbarma Says Break Bangladesh Up, Annex Chittagong - Northeast LiveTripura Royal Scion Pradyot Debbarma Says Break Bangladesh Up, Annex Chittagong  Northeast Live

India’s Northeast ‘landlocked’, Bangladesh the ‘only guardian’ of ocean in region—Yunus in China - ThePrintIndia’s Northeast ‘landlocked’, Bangladesh the ‘only guardian’ of ocean in region—Yunus in China  ThePrint

India must actively engage with indigenous communities in Bangladesh for strategic access: Pradyot Manikya - Hub NewsIndia must actively engage with indigenous communities in Bangladesh for strategic access: Pradyot Manikya  Hub News

Old Clip From Bangladesh Viral as That of Recent Violence in West Bengal's Malda - The QuintOld Clip From Bangladesh Viral as That of Recent Violence in West Bengal's Malda  The Quint

PM writes to Bangladesh's Yunus on National Day, stresses 'mutual sensitivity' - India TodayPM writes to Bangladesh's Yunus on National Day, stresses 'mutual sensitivity'  India Today

Md Yunus’s Spiteful NE ‘Landlocked’ Remark: “Break Bangladesh”, Says Pradyot Debbarma - Northeast LiveMd Yunus’s Spiteful NE ‘Landlocked’ Remark: “Break Bangladesh”, Says Pradyot Debbarma  Northeast Live

Pakistan and Bangladesh drop ODI series – Here's why - Times of IndiaPakistan and Bangladesh drop ODI series – Here's why  Times of India

Yunus urges China to expand economy into Bangladesh, mentions northeastern India - Daily PioneerYunus urges China to expand economy into Bangladesh, mentions northeastern India  Daily Pioneer

‘7 sisters of India landlocked’: Muhammad Yunus tells China Bangladesh is the only ocean gateway - Business Today‘7 sisters of India landlocked’: Muhammad Yunus tells China Bangladesh is the only ocean gateway  Business Today

TARA: India’s silent precision that strikes fear in hearts of Pakistan, China, Bangladesh from Afar - India.ComTARA: India’s silent precision that strikes fear in hearts of Pakistan, China, Bangladesh from Afar  India.Com

Bangladesh vs Zimbabwe, 1st Test, Sun, Apr 20, Zimbabwe tour of Bangladesh, 2025 - Cricbuzz.comBangladesh vs Zimbabwe, 1st Test, Sun, Apr 20, Zimbabwe tour of Bangladesh, 2025  Cricbuzz.com

As Bangladesh Reinvents Itself, Islamist Hard-Liners See an Opening - The New York TimesAs Bangladesh Reinvents Itself, Islamist Hard-Liners See an Opening  The New York Times

PM Modi pens letter to Muhammad Yunus, refers to Bangladesh Liberation War, ‘shared history’ - Times of IndiaPM Modi pens letter to Muhammad Yunus, refers to Bangladesh Liberation War, ‘shared history’  Times of India

ICC Women’s WC Qualifier plays a huge role for countries like Bangladesh and Ireland, says Sana Mir - The Hans IndiaICC Women’s WC Qualifier plays a huge role for countries like Bangladesh and Ireland, says Sana Mir  The Hans India

‘Better to split up Bangladesh than…’: Northeast leader’s response to Yunus remark - Wion‘Better to split up Bangladesh than…’: Northeast leader’s response to Yunus remark  Wion

Bangladesh: Several injured, vehicles torched in clash between BNP and Jamaat - MorungExpressBangladesh: Several injured, vehicles torched in clash between BNP and Jamaat  MorungExpress

When commenting on Bangladesh's minority issue, India must acknowledge its treatment of Muslims has repercussions: Debapriya - The Business StandardWhen commenting on Bangladesh's minority issue, India must acknowledge its treatment of Muslims has repercussions: Debapriya  The Business Standard

Tripura: Pradyot Debbarma Slams Bangladesh Chief Adviser Md Yunus’ Remarks, Calls for Strong Indian Response - Northeast TodayTripura: Pradyot Debbarma Slams Bangladesh Chief Adviser Md Yunus’ Remarks, Calls for Strong Indian Response  Northeast Today

Bangladesh's main opposition warns of instability if elections delayed beyond December - ReutersBangladesh's main opposition warns of instability if elections delayed beyond December  Reuters

Bangladesh’s interim government using Northeast as geopolitical pawn: Manipur ex-CM Biren Singh - India Today NEBangladesh’s interim government using Northeast as geopolitical pawn: Manipur ex-CM Biren Singh  India Today NE

Bangladesh up against time to find stolen billions: Central bank governor - Al JazeeraBangladesh up against time to find stolen billions: Central bank governor  Al Jazeera

Pradyot Debbarma slams Bangladesh’s Md Yunus over his statement on NE, urges India to act with strength - India Today NEPradyot Debbarma slams Bangladesh’s Md Yunus over his statement on NE, urges India to act with strength  India Today NE

Food aid cut to Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh is averted - ucanews.comFood aid cut to Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh is averted  ucanews.com

‘Offensive, Provocative’: Himanta Sarma Slams ‘Northeast Landlocked’ Remark By Bangladesh’s Yunus - Goemkarponn‘Offensive, Provocative’: Himanta Sarma Slams ‘Northeast Landlocked’ Remark By Bangladesh’s Yunus  Goemkarponn

Ex-Bangladesh cricket captain Tamim Iqbal improving after cardiac arrest - The HinduEx-Bangladesh cricket captain Tamim Iqbal improving after cardiac arrest  The Hindu

Adani starts getting regular payments from Bangladesh, restores power supply - The Economic TimesAdani starts getting regular payments from Bangladesh, restores power supply  The Economic Times