Bangladesh recalls ambassador from Myanmar

May 27, 2025

STAFF CORRESPONDENT The government has ordered its Ambassador to Myanmar, Md Monwar Hossain, to return to Dhaka immediately. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued the directive amid ongoing discussions over a proposed UN-supervised humanitarian corridor in Myanmar’s Rakhine State. Reliable diplomatic sources confirmed that the ambassador has been asked to return this Continue Reading

Army says no compromise on border security

May 27, 2025

The Bangladesh Army has said it will not compromise on national security, especially amid increased tensions along the Myanmar border. At a press briefing on Monday, Brig Gen Md Nazim-ud-Doula said the proposed humanitarian corridor for Myanmar is a sensitive issue and the army will not be involved in any activity that may affect the […]Continue Reading

Bangladesh’s ‘chicken necks’ more vulnerable than India’s, says Assam CM

May 25, 2025

PARBATTA NEWS DESK Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has said that Bangladesh has two narrow land corridors similar to India’s Siliguri Corridor, which he described as “far more vulnerable”. According to a report by Hindustan Times, Sarma made the remarks in a post on social media platform X on Sunday, stating that those who […]Continue Reading

Tarique Rahman urges election by December, warns against fascism

May 25, 2025

PARBATTA NEWS DESK BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman has said the national election must be held by December and stressed the need for political reforms and public empowerment to prevent authoritarianism. In a video message marking the 18th founding anniversary of the National People’s Party (NPP), Rahman said political parties have again called on the […]Continue Reading

Yunus rules out extension, warns of Indian dominance

May 25, 2025

PARBATTA NEWS DESK Chief Adviser Dr Muhammad Yunus has ruled out extending the interim government’s term beyond June next year and assured that national elections will be held by then. Speaking at a meeting with leaders of 10 political parties on Sunday, Yunus said he had no intention of prolonging his authority or delaying the […]Continue Reading

BNP presses for December polls in talks with Chief Adviser

May 25, 2025

PARBATTA NEWS DESK The BNP has reiterated its demand that the next general election be held by December, warning that any delay could risk a return to autocratic rule. The party raised the issue during talks with Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus at his official residence in Dhaka on Saturday. “If the election is delayed, […]Continue Reading

BNP, Jamaat to meet Chief Adviser Yunus amid resignation talk

May 23, 2025

PARBATTA NEWS DESK As Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus is reportedly considering resignation, BNP and Jamaat-e-Islami prepare for separate meetings with him on Saturday evening. Sources from both parties confirmed on Friday that the meetings will take place on May 24. BNP is scheduled to meet Yunus at 7:00pm at his official residence, followed by Jamaat. […]Continue Reading

Bangladesh cancels $21 million deal with India’s GRSE for ocean-going tug

May 23, 2025

PARBATTA NEWS DESK Bangladesh has cancelled a naval ship order placed with Indian state-owned shipbuilder Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE), the company said in a filing to India’s stock exchange, BBC Bangla reports. The $21 million contract, signed in July 2024, involved the construction of an ocean-going tug for the Bangladesh Navy. The vessel […]Continue Reading

India ex-general warns against Bangladesh airbase near strategic ‘chicken’s neck’

May 23, 2025

PARBATTA NEWS DESK A former senior Indian army officer has warned that any infrastructure near the Siliguri Corridor perceived as a threat to India’s security could be “neutralised swiftly.” Lt Gen (retd) Subrata Saha made the remarks in a column for Anandabazar Patrika, referring to Bangladesh’s reported plan to revive a World War II-era airbase […]Continue Reading

Yunus ‘considering resignation’, says NCP leader Nahid

May 22, 2025

PARBATTA NEWS DESK Professor Muhammad Yunus, Chief Adviser of Bangladesh’s interim government, is considering stepping down, according to National Citizens Party (NCP) Convenor Nahid Islam, BBC Bangla reports. Mr Islam met Yunus on Thursday evening at the state guest house Jamuna amid growing speculation about his possible resignation. Speaking to BBC Bangla, Mr Islam said Continue Reading