Adani Group Preparing to Seek International Arbitration Against Bangladesh

Indian multinational conglomerate Adani Power, a subsidiary of the Adani Group, has announced that it has initiated international arbitration proceedings to resolve a dispute with Bangladesh regarding outstanding payments related to power supply.

Italy Repatriates Over 120 Illegal Bangladeshi Citizens

This year, Italy has repatriated over 120 illegal Bangladeshi citizens. The Italian Embassy in Dhaka provided this information on Monday, November 3.

Remembering the Martyrs: November 3 – Jail Killing Day in Bangladesh

Monday (3 November) marks Jail Killing Day. After the assassination of Father of the Nation Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and most of his family on 15 August 1975, this brutal and arbitrary killing took place inside what is supposed to be the world’s most secure place—prison.

Yunus Meets Defence Chiefs to Finalize Security Strategy for Upcoming Polls

Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus held a coordination meeting on Saturday evening with the heads of Bangladesh’s Army, Navy, and Air Force to discuss nationwide security measures for the upcoming national elections.

Bangladesh Dock Workers Strike Over Foreign Takeover Plans at Chattogram Port

Dock workers in Bangladesh have intensified their strike at the country’s largest port, Chattogram, in protest against the interim government’s plan to lease key port terminals to foreign companies.

Saudi Arabia Cuts Umrah Visa Validity to 30 Days Before Entry

Saudi Arabia has shortened the validity of Umrah visas before entry from three months to 30 days. The new rule, set to take effect next week, aims to improve crowd management as the number of international pilgrims rises ahead of the cooler season.

1.6 Crore People in Bangladesh Likely to Face Food Crisis by December: UN-Backed Report

Nearly 16 million people across Bangladesh’s disaster-prone districts are likely to face a major food crisis by December, while around 1.6 million children may suffer from severe malnutrition, according to a new joint analysis report conducted by the Food Planning and Monitoring Unit (FPMU) under the Food Ministry and three UN agencies.

New Ordinance Approves Restructured National Human Rights Commission

Bangladesh’s Advisory Council, led by Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus, approves a new National Human Rights Commission Ordinance to strengthen the body’s power, transparency, and jurisdiction, ensuring accountability and protection of human rights.

Sheikh Hasina Slams Her War Crimes Trial, Says Bangladesh Election ‘Cannot Be Credible’ Without Awami League

Ex-Prime Minister of Bangladesh, Sheikh Hasina, says that upcoming elections risk deepening the country’s political divide. In written responses to AFP—her first interview since being toppled—she condemned her trial for crimes against humanity as a “jurisprudential joke,” insisting a guilty verdict was “preordained.”

Malaysia’s New Hiring Rules Leave Bangladeshi Agencies Struggling

The recruitment of foreign workers from Bangladesh and several other countries to Malaysia has remained suspended since May 31 last year. Despite multiple rounds of discussions to reopen the labor market, no concrete progress has been made. However, under the existing memorandum of understanding, Malaysia has introduced new conditions for determining the number of recruiting agencies allowed to participate in the hiring process.