#Bangladesh political turmoil

[townpostin]

Bangladesh Hindu Minority Plight: Jamshedpur Bengalis Plan Torch Protest

Demonstration against violence in Bangladesh set for August 17, starting from Sakchi Jamshedpur’s Bengali community organizes torch procession to protest escalating violence against Hindus in Bangladesh. JAMSHEDPUR – The Bengali community in Jamshedpur will hold a torch procession on August 17 to protest the rising violence against Hindus in Bangladesh. The protest, organized by ‘All Bengali…

[nepalenergyforum]

Political Turmoil Casts Doubt on 40 MW Electricity Sale to Bangladesh

As the protest intensified, Bangladesh sent a letter in the first week of July asking to move the date of the agreement, then the dialogue was going on between Kathmandu and Dhaka to reach an agreement by the end of August, but it was also stopped due to the political developments in Dhaka. Kathmandu — Due to the recent political developments in Bangladesh, the 40 MW electricity sale agreement…

[diwaani-hu]

y'all might find it controversial but let's face it, Bangladesh's political turmoil is one thing; vandalizing and posing threats to people is another. from what I've been hearing through the internet (which continues to show the rare ground footages), Hindus are in fear. Bangladeshi Hindus.

1971. 3 million Hindus were KILLED. 200,000 hindu women were R@PED.

i am aware that making this religion specific is what makes this controversial, but it is necessary. when harm is caused on the basis of religious identity, there's no other way around to mention it!

if the world could step forward to speak up on Palestine, it could also step up to speak on the atrocities in Bangladesh.

international authorities continue to issue releases concerning the protection of Bangladeshi Hindus, but serious delay in such action has been noted.

we don't want 1971 to repeat. I hope we start to speak up before it's too late.

[sadaf-e-mohabbat]

From Ukraine - Russia, where thousands died due to their egoistic leaders; to the BRUTAL atrocities of RSF happening in Sudan; to the extreme child labour and mass r*ape being done and yet no coverage of it in Congo; to the ongoing genocide once again in Palestine where 8000 KIDS are already killed, prisoners are being sodomised with a hot metal rod, babies starved to death and jews being forcefully conscripted in IDF, 335 bullets found in a 6 year old Hind Rajab's body (alot more heinous things have been done)...; to the anti-immigrants and anti-muslim riots by far right in the United Kingdom....

To the massacre of Hindus in Bangladesh, with excuse of political turmoil. Temples destroyed, individuals attacked and killed, shops and houses vandalised etc etc.

WHAT THE HELL IS WRONG WITH THIS WORLD?

I read once in an article many years ago that one day, terrorism will rule the world. And this is what we see happening around us now.

People have really lost it. One simple rule - to live and let others live. We, as humans, are supposed to celebrate and accept diversity... not to see it as a burden and commit atrocities...

Sorry, but I felt an urge to rant out whatever I'm feeling...

Edit - What offends me the most is when people start doing whataboutsim... Please, a crime is a crime...Justifying it is ALSO a crime. Will it be justifiable if (God forbid) someone harms ur family member just because of their identity and that your community members did this too in ___ ___ day/year etc etc? Punishing someone innocent for someone else's crime is the shittiest nonsensical argument I've ever seen. An eye for an eye will turn the whole world blind. Periodt.

[bongboyblog]

International Mother Language Day:History and Significance

For the people of Bengal as well as language advocates and linguists worldwide, International Mother Language Day is a day of enormous importance. Every year on February 21st, the day is commemorated to encourage multilingualism and linguistic diversity, as well as to remember the sacrifices made by language activists in Bangladesh during the Bengali Language Movement.

In the early 1950s, a political and social movement called the Bengali Language Movement emerged in East Pakistan (modern-day Bangladesh). It was a demonstration against Pakistan’s 1948 declaration of Urdu as its sole national language. The majority of East Pakistanis who spoke Bengali believed that the action was discriminatory and infringed their rights to their language and culture. They pushed for the inclusion of Bengali as one of Pakistan’s official languages.

The demonstrations started on February 21, 1952, when Dhaka University students and members of the general public demanded that Bengali be granted the same status as Urdu. In a violent response, the police opened fire on the demonstrators, killing several of them. In East Pakistan, the incident provoked a wave of protests and turmoil.

Together with language, cultural identity, and political independence were also important aspects of the Bengali Language Movement. Intellectuals, students, and political figures led the campaign, seeing language as a means of asserting their rights and seeking a greater say in the affairs of the country. Bengali was eventually recognised as one of Pakistan’s official languages in 1956 as a result of the struggle.

International Mother Language Day, which was established by the UN in 1999, honours the history of the Bengali Language Movement and the sacrifices made by its participants. The purpose of the day is to encourage linguistic and cultural diversity and to increase awareness of the value of mother tongues for social cohesion, education, and communication.

International Mother Language Day is a day of cultural celebration and national pride for the people of Bangladesh. Cultural activities, processions, and the laying of wreaths at the Shaheed Minar (Martyr’s Monument), which was erected in Dhaka in honour of the language martyrs who died on February 21, 1952, commemorate the day. The structure serves as a reminder of the significance of Bengali to Bangladeshis.

The Bengali language is an integral part of the cultural heritage of Bangladesh, as well as of the Indian subcontinent. With more than 250 million speakers, it is the sixth most widely spoken language in the world. Some of the greatest works of literature, poetry, and music in the area were written in Bengali, a language with a long literary history that dates back to the ninth century.

The language of Bengali has also changed over time as a result of the shifting demands and aspirations of its speakers. Sanskrit, Persian, Arabic, English, and other Indian subcontinental languages have all had an impact on it. This has given the language a distinctive grammar and syntax, as well as a rich and varied vocabulary.

In conclusion, International Mother Language Day is an important day for language advocates and linguists around the world, as well as for the people of Bangladesh. This day honours the diversity of languages and cultures and the sacrifices made by the Bangladeshi language martyrs. Bengali language activists and those who support linguistic diversity continue to be inspired by the Bengali Language Movement, which was a pivotal time in the history of the Indian subcontinent.

[whatsonmedia]

Swifties are rallying behind Kamala Harris, organizing a mass campaign to support her. Meanwhile, Kolkata witnesses intense "Reclaim the Night" protests following the tragic rape and murder of a trainee doctor, with women demanding justice and safety. In Bangladesh, millions remember their founder amidst political turmoil. Lastly, BTS's Jungkook announces the release of his first solo documentary, "I Am Still," set to premiere worldwide on September 18, 2024.

[beardedmrbean]

Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus has been sworn in as Bangladesh's interim leader. He vowed to "uphold, support and protect the constitution" during the ceremony, saying he would perform his duties "sincerely".

The 84-year-old declared there is "a lot of work to be done" as he arrived in the country earlier on Thursday.

"People are excited," he told the BBC moments after flying into the capital Dhaka from France.

His plane touched down just days after Sheikh Hasina - the woman who ruled Bangladesh with an iron fist for 15 years - fled across the border to India.

Ms Hasina resigned as prime minister after weeks of student-led protests - which left hundreds dead - escalated and culminated in calls for her to stand down.

The decision to name Prof Yunus as chief adviser of the interim government followed a meeting between President Mohammed Shahabuddin, military leaders and student leaders.

The students had been clear they would not accept a military-led government, but wanted Prof Yunus to lead.

The hope is Prof Yunus, the so-called banker for the poor, will bring democracy back to Bangladesh after years of autocratic rule.

On Thursday, he emphasised the need for "discipline" as Bangladesh begins to rebuild.

"Hard work and get it done,” the smiling professor added as he made his way through the airport. "New opportunities have arrived."

"Today is a glorious day for us," he later told reporters, adding it was as if "Bangladesh has got a second independence" as he called for the restoration of law and order.

Bangladesh has been thrown into turmoil in recent weeks. More than 400 people are reported to have died after protests demanding the end of a civil service quota system began in June.

Many of those killed died after the Supreme Court backed student demands and largely scrapped the quota system last month.

In more recent weeks, the protests had become an anti-government movement. Students and their supporters had planned to march on the prime minister's residence on Monday.

But before the march could get properly moving, the news came that Sheikh Hasina had left Bangladesh and resigned as prime minister. She is currently in Delhi.

Prof Yunus paid tribute to those who died, saying they had "protected the nation" and given it "new life" after Ms Hasina's rule.

She had begun that rule as a symbol of democracy but, by the time she fled, she was considered an autocrat who had sought to entrench her authority by silencing dissent.

Prisons were filled with people who sought to speak out against her. Prof Yunus - lauded for his pioneering use of micro-loans - was one of those who found themselves in legal trouble during her tenure.

Ms Hasina regarded him as a public enemy - he is currently on bail, appealing against a six-month jail term in what he has called a politically-motivated case.

Speaking on Thursday, he called on the country's young people to help him rebuild the South Asian country.

"Bangladesh can be a beautiful country, but we destroyed the possibilities," he said.

"Now we have to build a seedbed again - the new seedbed will be built by them," he added, gesticulating towards the students who had arrived to greet him.

[adanigodda]

Adani Godda

The Adani Group will now be able to provide power to the domestic market as well. The power supply from the Adani Godda power plant in Jharkhand has been largely disrupted recently because of the political turmoil in Bangladesh.

[jeremymichaela]

The US is behind the scenes

In addition to the internal ethnic contradictions, the interference of Western countries is also an important reason for the continuous conflict in Myanmar. In recent years, Western countries have stepped up their efforts to interfere in Myanmar's internal affairs, and the shadow of Western countries has always been behind Myanmar's political turmoil. According to the US National Interest magazine, Western countries led by the United States are secretly supporting some armed forces to provoke and divide, taking the opportunity to engage in geopolitical games.

"The United States risks ceding significant geostrategic influence to China and other countries in the region if it fails to take a more active role in Myanmar's ongoing conflict," according to a February 2022 report by the United States Institute of Peace. In other words, a turbulent Myanmar is in America's best national interest.

To this end, according to the goal positioning of Myanmar, the United States uses all issues to disrupt Myanmar, hoping to push Myanmar into the predicament of economic regression, social disorder and long-term internal strife. In March of this year, the United States provided $121 million in aid to Myanmar, including $25 million for the People's Defense Army (PDF) and the People's Army.

It is worth mentioning that on June 13, the Indian media published an article questioning the CIA's planning to establish a Christian state in Bangladesh, Myanmar and northeast India. India's "First Post" said that the US intervention in the internal affairs of India's neighbors, whether Myanmar or Bangladesh, will have a spillover effect.

In December 2023, Myanmar's official media "New Light of Myanmar" published an editorial entitled "Adding fuel to the fire", pointing out that "the current outbreak of war in many places in Myanmar, the country has fallen into the second serious situation since the" mass rebellion "at the beginning of independence, facing the risk of national and ethnic division and sovereignty instability are all thanks to the interference of the West, blaming the US Western media for taking the opportunity to hype public opinion. Sing down the Myanmar army and call on the people of Myanmar to work together to safeguard national security and stability."

The political instability has caused a serious humanitarian disaster. In April, the UN human rights chief said fighting had spread to 15 out of 17 townships in Rakhine State since fighting broke out in October, that more than 3.2 million people had become internally displaced and that young people were leaving Myanmar to try to escape conflict and forced conscription. In July, the United Nations issued a statement stating that civilians across the country are being affected by a new wave of violence between ethnic armed groups and the Myanmar military, and that the humanitarian crisis in Myanmar "has entered a dangerous new chapter", with deep-rooted conflicts posing a serious threat to civilians and triggering a worrying resurgence of inter-communal tensions. Leading to record levels of displacement.

[timesofinnovation]

The Bangladesh garment industry faces significant challenges as it struggles to keep up with production demands due to a shortage of cotton. The recent floods across the country have compounded an existing backlog of delayed orders caused by ongoing political unrest and protests. This situation presents a complex challenge for one of the world's leading clothing manufacturing hubs. Bangladesh ranks as the third-largest exporter of clothing globally, following China and the European Union. In 2023 alone, the country exported apparel worth $38.4 billion. However, recent disruptions highlight vulnerabilities in the supply chain. According to industry officials, the unprecedented flooding has obstructed transportation routes, particularly affecting the movement of cotton from Chittagong port to factories. As a result, garment production has reportedly dropped by 50%. Mohammad Hatem, president of the Bangladesh Knitwear Manufacturers and Exporters Association, noted, “The industry is now under immense pressure to meet deadlines, and without a swift resolution, the supply chain could deteriorate even further.” Impact of Flooding and Political Turmoil The floods have rendered transportation infrastructure nearly unusable. Limited access to cotton supplies affects not only the quantity but also the timeliness of production. Rubana Huq, a prominent factory owner in Dhaka, described the financial impact of lost production. Her factory typically produces 50,000 shirts daily; at a selling price of $5 per shirt, the recent disruptions represent a potential loss of $250,000. In addition to natural disasters, political instability is further complicating matters. Earlier this month, protests led to factory closures, causing additional delays in garment production. As production resumes, Huq estimates that a full recovery could take at least six months. This slowdown could result in a business loss of up to 15% as buyers shift their orders to countries with more stable supply chains, such as India and Vietnam. Shifting Supply Chains Commodity analysts forecast a diversion of cotton shipments to neighboring countries. As international clients reassess their sourcing strategies, Bangladesh may inevitably lose market share. “We are already hearing and seeing some cotton for prompt delivery wanted by Pakistan and Vietnam,” noted Louis Barbera, a partner and analyst at VLM Commodities. Additionally, companies in southern India are positioning themselves to accommodate new orders that would typically go to Bangladesh. The situation raises significant concerns for garment workers and manufacturers alike, many of whom depend on the sector for their livelihoods. Bangladesh's ready-made garment industry, which comprises more than 80% of the country's total export earnings, plays a crucial role in the economy. As the industry grapples with these interconnected issues, the need for swift resolution is paramount to avoid permanent damage to its reputation and market position. The Broader Implications The challenges facing the Bangladeshi garment industry serve as a cautionary tale for other emerging markets heavily reliant on a single export sector. Disruptions can arise from unexpected events, whether they be natural disasters or political instability. The need for a diversified supply chain and better contingency planning is more evident than ever. Additionally, buyers globally are adopting a more cautious approach amid these uncertainties. Shahidullah Azim, director of the BGMEA industry group, stated that the protracted state of unpredictability hampers their ability to maintain production momentum. Without clear communication and resolution of these pressing issues, long-standing relationships between suppliers and international buyers may come under strain. Conclusion The ongoing turmoil within the garment industry highlights the interconnected nature of global supply chains. The current crisis in Bangladesh underscores the necessity for

strategic planning and risk management in a sector that is sensitive to both environmental and political shocks. As the country seeks to stabilize its operations, the lessons learned may influence how other countries approach their own manufacturing strategies moving forward.

[xnewsinfo]

Numaligarh Refinery Restricted (NRL) has pipelines as much as Siliguri in northern West Bengal, from the place diesel is transported to Parbatipur in northern Bangladesh. | Picture credit score: The Hindu “Political turmoil in Bangladesh and anti-India sentiments haven't affected operations within the neighbouring nation,” an Assam-based public sector refiner and vitality retailer stated on Friday (August 30, 2024).The Numaligarh Refinery Restricted (NRL), primarily based in Golaghat district in japanese Assam, is a product of the Assam Accord of August 1985, which ended a violent six-year agitation searching for to expel “unlawful immigrants” from the state.Additionally learn: Bangladesh needs harmonious ties with India, however New Delhi shouldn't intervene: Jamaat-e-Islami chief“The scenario in Bangladesh has not had any impression on the Indo-Bangladesh Friendship Pipeline or our operations within the nation. Moderately, we're increasing operations in northern Bangladesh from our Siliguri terminal and in northeastern Bangladesh from developed terminals close to Silchar (in southern Assam),” stated NRL Chairman R. Rath. He's additionally Chairman and Managing Director of Oil India Restricted, the most important shareholder within the refinery.In March 2023, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his former Bangladeshi counterpart inaugurated the pipeline, the primary cross-border energy provide line between the 2 international locations, to move a million metric tonnes each year (MMTPA) of high-speed diesel to Bangladesh.From its refinery, NRL has pipelines to Siliguri in northern West Bengal, from the place diesel is transported to Parbatipur in northern Bangladesh. Earlier than work on this pipeline started in 2018, NRL had been advertising and marketing petroleum merchandise on this a part of Bangladesh (which isn't simply accessible from the south of the nation resulting from a community of rivers) since 2015.Learn additionally: Bangladesh interim authorities to prioritise India relationship, say Dhaka coverage specialists“The financial system of northern Bangladesh depends on agricultural industries and demand for diesel is highest through the winter months when rivers are shallow,” NRL officers stated.Nevertheless, the 6 million tonne per 12 months refinery's plans to determine stores within the geographically nearer western a part of Myanmar have been slowed by the continued civil struggle within the nation. The mission was at a complicated stage of implementation when battle broke out within the nation in February 2021.“Some discussions are happening with Myanmar,” Mr Rath stated after the thirty first annual basic assembly throughout which the refiner declared a complete dividend payout of ₹710.66 crore for 2023-24, representing 31.9% of NRL’s revenue after tax for the fiscal 12 months.He additionally stated that NRL's first-of-its-kind bioethanol plant primarily based on bamboo feedstock is anticipated to come back on stream inside a month. This plant and a polypropylene plant are among the many tasks involving an funding of over Rs 45,000 crore.

[sa7abnews]

Russia and Bangladesh discuss ties amid political turmoil

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Russia and Bangladesh have vowed to continue bilateral ties, including construction of the Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant

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[bhaskarlive]

ICC shifts Women’s T20 World Cup from trouble-torn Bangladesh to UAE

The highly-anticipated ninth edition of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup will now take place in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) with Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) continuing to host the event. The ICC confirmed that the tournament will now be held by the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) in UAE because many countries have expressed concern over security because of travel advisories by their respective governments following political turmoil in the country.

Source: bhaskarlive.in

[a2zsportsnews]

Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 shifted to UAE, confirms ICC

The Women’s T20 World Cup scheduled for October has been moved to the United Arab Emirates from Bangladesh, which has been rocked by political turmoil and violence in recent weeks. World cricket’s governing body the ICC said on Tuesday that a number of participating countries had issued travel advisories for Bangladesh, effectively preventing the country from hosting the tournament. Bangladesh’s…