The United Nations has said that the verdict against Bangladesh’s ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina on charges of crimes against humanity is an “important moment” for the victims, but expressed regret over the imposition of the death penalty.
Pacers Shaheen Afridi and Haris Rauf shared six wickets as Pakistan beat Bangladesh by 11 runs Thursday to set up an Asia Cup final against archrival India.
Abhishek Sharma’s breezy fifty was complemented well by left-arm wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav as India outclassed Bangladesh by 41 runs in a Super 4s match to seal the Asia Cup final berth here on Wednesday.
The formulation of the Immigration and Foreigners (Exemption) Order, 2025, notified by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs on September 1, 2025, provides greater clarity on certain issues concerning India’s immigration framework.
In a gesture of goodwill, the interim government of Bangladesh has declared its intention to supply 1,200 tonnes of hilsa fish to India in anticipation of the upcoming Durga Puja festivities this month. An official release, issued on Monday (September 8, 2025), stated that the decision had been made “in principle” and called for fish exporters to submit their applications by September 11.
The political scene in Bihar’s Seemanchal region, which includes the districts of Araria, Kishanganj, Purnia, and Katihar, is becoming tense following a major deletion of voters from the draft electoral roll.
The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has set a 30-day limit for states and Union Territories (UT) to verify the identities of individuals suspected of being illegal immigrants from Bangladesh and Myanmar who claim to be Indian citizens. Indian Express reported that if their documentation is not confirmed by the end of this month, they will face deportation.
In preparation for the upcoming 13th parliamentary elections scheduled for February next year, Bangladesh’s top elections body plans to announce its action plan this week. Senior Secretary Akhtar Ahmed from the Election Commission said on Monday that a draft of the election roadmap is ready and just needs final approval.
Bangladesh will hold its next national elections in February 2026. The Election Commission has begun preparations to make sure the elections are free, fair, and peaceful. Over 120 million people are expected to vote to choose 300 members of the national parliament.
