Japan is set to restart the Kashiwazaki-Kariwa nuclear plant after 15 years, aiming to cut fuel imports while facing strong opposition over earthquake safety concerns.
Sheikh Hasina is set to address international media from New Delhi on January 23, challenging Bangladesh’s interim government and warning against an exclusionary election.
Sajeeb Wazed Joy says the Awami League mishandled the 2024 protests but denies orders to kill protesters, calling the 2026 election illegitimate and pre-arranged.
Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami held a major policy summit in Dhaka ahead of the February 2026 election, outlining reform plans and seeking to boost domestic and international credibility.
A Dhaka court has issued arrest warrants against 25 people, including former Bangladesh Bank Governor Atiur Rahman, over alleged embezzlement of Tk 531 crore from Janata Bank.