British footballer Hamza Choudhury, a midfielder for English Premier League side Leicester City, has now been granted clearance by FIFA to play for the Bangladesh national football team. This means a big breakthrough for him on what should have been a real landmark for his career: being the first Bangladeshi-origin player to do such things … Read more
Introduction A unique blend of community, tradition, and unwavering resilience intricately weaves every aspect of life in the quaint rural villages of Bangladesh. The ebb and flow of rural life, deeply rooted in cultural norms, and the myriads of challenges and opportunities inherent to their surroundings actively shape the daily experiences of women who have … Read more
Housing Minister Rushanara Ali has unveiled a comprehensive £1 billion funding package to address the UK’s escalating homelessness crisis. Figures show that more than 123,000 households are currently living in temporary accommodation. The newly appointed Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State at the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government outlined the government’s strategy, which includes £633 … Read more
Treasury Minister Tulip Siddiq MP marked several significant milestones this month, including opening the UK’s 100th banking hub in Darwen, Lancashire, and hosting a Christmas card competition for local schoolchildren in Parliament. The new banking hub opened alongside Chancellor Rachel Reeves MP, will serve 10,000 local residents and 150 shops, addressing the impact of bank … Read more
A special screening of “Rising Silence,” a documentary about survivors of Bangladesh’s 1971 Liberation War, marked International Human Rights Day and Bangladesh Victory Day at Eastbourne Town Hall on 16 December. The event, organised by Crossing The Screen in collaboration with Bombay Avenue and the United Nations Association Eastbourne, drew prominent attendees, including Eastbourne MP … Read more
In order to uphold the spirit of non-communal values, an event of non-communalism was held in the Central Shaheed Minar, East London on 21 December 21, organised by Sampriti Concert UK, in the month of victory, with songs of the Liberation War. Under the direction of the organisation’s spokesperson, Urmee Mazher, and coordinated by Gauri … Read more
After allegations of familial corruption, Cabinet Office officers questioned Labour Minister Tulip Siddiq. The Cabinet Office’s propriety and ethics team questioned Siddiq about the show, which prompted Bangladeshi anti-corruption investigators to probe her further. Last week, Bangladesh’s Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) examined Siddiq, her mother, Sheikh Rehana Siddiqui, and her aunt, former prime minister Sheikh Hasina … Read more
Introduction Comilla is a major historical district in Bangladesh. The station is situated on the bank of the Gomti River in the south-eastern part of Bangladesh. Thousands of years old or the more contemporary history of political and social turmoil to the rise in our need for cultural awareness, there is likely not a city … Read more
A Complex Legacy Politically conscious students in Bangladesh have always been a source of admiration and controversy. Student activism has historically influenced the country’s political landscape. Yet the perception of publicly traded companies today is an ambivalent blend of reverence for their legacy and anxiety about their current practices. The two perspectives represent students’ growing … Read more
The 2017 deal enabled Adani Power to provide Bangladesh electricity from its eastern India coal-fired power facility. An interim government of Bangladesh said that Adani Power, owned by Indian billionaire Gautam Adani, broke an agreement worth billion related to withholding tax benefits on a coal power plant from which it supplies electricity in the country. … Read more
Bangladesh stands at a crossroads with social tensions and political uncertainty defining its near-term future. In such a situation, one may wonder if having an early election, in any way, is the most prudent route for the interim to take in promoting social and political stability. The answer is context-specific, of course, but provided the … Read more
As we approach 2024, Bangladesh is at a crossroads, halfway between remarkable success and deep malaise. It has been a critical year for the Bengali nation, with significant political, economic, and social events shaping its future. POLITICAL LANDSCAPE: A TENSE TERRAIN The political environment in Bangladesh continued to be rough until 2024. The January election … Read more
Is it necessary to speak up about cross-border issues or political overreach? Over the weekend, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee sparked controversy with a speech in which she condemned reported violence against Hindus in Bangladesh. Banerjee denounced the alleged attacks, calling them a “massacre,” and asked the United Nations to send security officers to … Read more
Victory Day of Bangladesh Victory Day (Bijoy Dibosh) is commemorated with respect, pride, happiness, and reflection in Bangladesh every year on 16 December. This day marks a victory in the nine-month-long struggle of the Bangladesh Liberation War of 1971—the day the mid-1970s Southeast Asian nation won independence from Pakistan. In Bangladesh, 16 December is not … Read more
This is the first case against the former leader following her call for decisive measures to suppress student demonstrations. The police are investigating former prime minister Sheikh Hasina for killing a shopkeeper during the violent riots in Bangladesh. Sheikh Hasina’s demand for decisive measures to suppress the violence that occurred amid extensive rallies across the … Read more
Sir Keir Starmer stands by Tulip Siddiq as the Bangladeshi government investigates fraud claims. Downing Street said Ms. Siddiq, the anti-corruption minister, “denied any involvement in the allegations” and would stay in her job. The Prime Minister’s official spokeswoman insisted that Sir Keir still had confidence in her. When asked about the conflict-of-interest allegations, he … Read more
On 10 December, coinciding with the UN’s Human Rights Day, UK-based Hindus from Bangladesh staged a protest outside the UK parliament to draw attention to ongoing human rights violations against minority communities in Bangladesh. The demonstrators, representing the British Bangladeshi diaspora, expressed deep concern about reported atrocities targeting Hindu and other minority populations. They highlighted … Read more
A Year of Unity, Progress, and Reflection As the calendar turns to 2025, the world prepares to mark a milestone year with unity, optimism, and purpose. Across continents, cultures, and communities, 2025 is being heralded as a year of global celebration, bringing together diverse narratives under a shared vision for progress and harmony. Why 2025 … Read more
Challenges and the Path Ahead Bangladesh, a nation with a rich history of resilience and progress, is at a crucial political juncture. The current landscape is characterised by political polarisation, governance challenges, and growing demands for reforms to ensure democratic integrity. As the nation inches closer to key electoral milestones, the need for a cohesive, … Read more