Bangladesh President Mohammed Shahabuddin resigns
Shahabuddin, 76, cited health reasons for leaving two years before his five-year term was meant to expire.
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India thump Bangladesh to remain on course for Women’s T20 World Cup semis
Shafali Verma’s half-century helps the 50-over world champions reach the target inside 17 overs at Old Trafford.
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Fire rips through the world’s biggest refugee camp in Bangladesh
A large fire broke out in the Kutupalong refugee camp in Bangladesh, the world’s biggest displacement centre.
Published On 12 Jun 2026
India’s Bengal pushes Muslim Bangladeshis out, deepening religious tensions
Hundreds ‘pushed’ to border and many others put in detention centres as part of a crackdown on undocumented migrants.
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Who is Khalilur Rahman, Bangladesh FM who beat Cyprus to UNGA presidency?
Rahman, a career diplomat who held several portfolios at the global body, beats Cyprus’s Ambassador Andreas Kakouris.
Bangladesh’s top diplomat elected UN General Assembly leader in tight race
Khalilur Rahman elected as the president of the UNGA’s 81st session, garnering 99 votes in secret ballot.
Fire at New Delhi hotel kills at least 21 people, including 18 foreigners
It took eight fire engines to extinguish the blaze, as more than 40 people were rescued and taken to nearby hospitals.
From: NewsFeed
‘Donald Trump’ buffalo in Bangladesh will be spared sacrifice
An albino buffalo with a blond forelock has shot to fame in Bangladesh as people say it resembles Donald Trump.
Published On 28 May 2026
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Bangladesh seeks IMF aid: How badly has Iran war hit its economy?
The International Monetary Fund warns that Iran war could trigger a spike in global debt levels.
More than 500 children die in measles outbreak in Bangladesh
Most cases recorded by doctors among children aged between six months and five years.
Bangladesh beat Pakistan to complete historic Test series win at home
Taijul Islam’s six-for helps Bangladesh bowl out the visitors for 328 in their first home series win over Pakistan.
