A human chain at Dhanmondi 27 called for legal action against Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus and the former health adviser, citing child deaths due to a severe vaccine shortage in Bangladesh.
Bangladesh’s garment exports fell to $31.72 billion in early FY 2025-26, with a sharp 4.38% drop in the EU market. Industry leaders cite energy gaps and inflation as primary hurdles.
Catholic missions and Christian minorities in Bangladesh face rising threats, attacks and scrutiny amid growing Islamist influence after the 2024 political upheaval.
Veteran Awami League leader and freedom fighter Engineer Mosharraf Hossain has died at 83, prompting tributes from Sheikh Hasina and political leaders.