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ISKCON members hold candlelight vigil to protest attack on devotees

Members of ISKCON took part in demonstrations, seeking action against miscreants who attacked its temple in Bangladesh two days ago

Analysts see conspiracy against Hasina govt in violence during Durga Puja

Analysts in India are worried by the turn of events in Bangladesh where violence during Durga Puja celebrations has left four dead

B'desh Durga Puja violence: Minorities call for nationwide hunger strike

A Hindu temple has been vandalised in Bangladesh in a fresh case of communal unrest unleashed by unidentified Muslim bigots who attacked the minority community's places of worship

Bangladesh communal violence: 6 idols vandalised in Munshiganj temple

The perpetrators of communal violence in Bangladesh on Saturday vandalised six idols of the Daniapara Maha Shoshan Kali Mandir at Rashunia union in Sirajdikhan upazila of Munshiganj.As per The Daily Star, the vandalism was carried out between 3 am and 4 am, confirmed Md Rashedul Islam, Assistant Superintendent of Police (Sirajdikhan Circle)."The temple had no security and only the idols were vandalised," he said."The main entrance lock was found broken and the tin shed was also cut and all the idols in the temple have been vandalised," said Shuvrata Dev Nath Vanu, General Secretary of the Daniapara Mahasmashan Kali Mandir Committee, reported The Daily Star."We are preparing to file a complaint with the police," he said."Such an incident had never happened before in the temple," added Shuvrata.On Wednesday, communal violence broke out in several places in Bangladesh after news broke on social media about the alleged desecration of the Holy Quran at a Durga Puja venue on the bank of ...

India slips to 101st rank in Global Hunger Index 2021; behind Pak, B'desh

India has slipped to 101st position in the Global Hunger Index (GHI) 2021 of 116 countries, from its 2020 position of 94th and is behind its neighbours Pakistan, Bangladesh and Nepal

India ready for negotiations of economic pact with Bangladesh, says Envoy

Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh Vikram Doraiswami has said that the proposed CEPA between two countries is a "win-win" situation and India is ready for negotiations as early as January 2022.

ONGC Videsh begins exploratory drilling in Bangladesh's Kanchan #1 well

The exploratory well is planned to be drilled to a depth of 4,200 metres and will be targeting two prospective formations; Kanchan #1 will be followed by drilling at two more locations

Covid-19: India gifts two mobile medical oxygen plants to Bangladesh

India has gifted two mobile medical oxygen plants to Bangladesh to support the country's fight against Covid-19

No existence of Taliban in Bangladesh, says Home Minister Kamal

The Bangladesh government has repeatedly denied the existence of any foreign terrorist groups in the country.

AFC Cup: Bengaluru FC coach optimistic despite big challenge ahead

Bengaluru FC head coach Marco Pezzaiuoli has said that overcoming Bangladesh's Bashundhara Kings in their AFC Cup Group D South Zone game later on Saturday would take a lot of effort from his side

India to face Bangladesh in SAFF Championship opener on October 3

Seven-time champions India will begin their SAFF Championship campaign against Bangladesh on October 3 in Male, Maldives

All to play for as Bengaluru FC face Bashundhara Kings in AFC Cup

Bengaluru FC will have their task cut out as they look to return to winning ways against Bangladesh's confident side Bashundhara Kings in their penultimate AFC Cup Group D match here on Saturday. Despite coming off a 0-2 defeat to ATK Mohun Bagan in their previous game, Bengaluru FC head coach Marco Pezzaiuoli on Friday maintained there was no pressure on his side as they prepare to face the Bangladesh Premier League champions. Bashundhara Kings, who ran out 2-0 winners against Maziya S&RC in their first group stage game, will be eager to get the better of the Blues, who went down to ATK Mohun Bagan by the same scoreline. An own-goal from Mohammed Irufaan, followed by a strike from Brazilian winger Robinho, sealed three points for Oscar Bruzo's side in their opening clash against Maziya S&RC. Speaking to reporters ahead of the encounter, Blues' boss Pezzaiuoli said the Bangladeshi side were a force to reckon with, having made light work of their league campaign, which they ...

Bangladesh factories open as economic worries trump coronavirus surge

The nation home to 165 million people has done away with most virus restrictions, allowing businesses to reopen to enthusiastic crowds.

Energy-starved Bangladesh discovers new gas field worth over $148 mn

Bangladesh has announced to have discovered a new gas field containing a probable reserve of about 68 billion cubic feet worth over $148 million

Bangladesh records highest daily coronavirus deaths, cases today

Bangladesh recorded 15,192 new COVID-19 cases and 247 fresh deaths, the highest in one day, as the country's health facilities are facing mounting pressure amid a stricter nationwide shutdown.

India delivers medical O2 to Bangladesh under 'Neighbourhood first' policy

Keeping with India's Neighbourhood First policy, Indian Railways on Saturday delivered medical oxygen to Bangladesh amid the Covid-19 pandemic.

India to deliver 200 tonnes of liquid medical oxygen to Bangladesh

The Railways is set to deliver a consignment of 200 tonnes of liquid medical oxygen on an Oxygen Express train to neighbouring Bangladesh on Sunday

India, Bangladesh reaffirm commitment to strengthen their partnership

India and Bangladesh have reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthen the partnership and expanding multifaceted cooperation

Share MHA memo on deportation of illegal Bangladeshi migrants: HC to Centre

The Delhi High Court Tuesday asked the Centre to share in a sealed cover its office memorandum pertaining to the deportation of illegal migrants from Bangladesh.

Bangladesh factory fire: 8 arrested, including owner, after blaze kills 52

The fire broke out at the factory in Narayanganj outside Bangladesh's capital on Thursday.