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Dhaka police claim Osman Hadi murder suspects fled to India through Meghalaya border

Dhaka police claim Osman Hadi murder suspects fled to India through Meghalaya border

Dhaka Metropolitan Police says two key suspects in the murder of Bangladeshi political activist Sharif Osman Hadi fled to India via the Meghalaya border after the killing. Police made the claim during a press briefing, alleging the route was used to escape authorities. Investigations are ongoing as Dhaka seeks cooperation to track and apprehend the accused.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 24 Apr 2026
Kharge Calls SIR Voter Deletion Plot and Condemns Bangladesh Hindu Lynching at CWC Meet

Kharge Calls SIR Voter Deletion Plot and Condemns Bangladesh Hindu Lynching at CWC Meet

At the Congress Working Committee meeting, Mallikarjun Kharge raised allegations of “voter deletion” tied to the SIR revision of electoral rolls in nine states and three UTs. He said SIR is part of a wider “conspiracy” to restrict democratic rights. Kharge also condemned violence against Hindu minorities in Bangladesh and recent Christmas-time vandalism in India.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 24 Apr 2026

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Bangladesh battles 40C heat as Middle East fuel shortages trigger rolling power cuts nationwide

Bangladesh battles 40C heat as Middle East fuel shortages trigger rolling power cuts nationwide

Bangladesh is facing scorching 40C temperatures alongside frequent power outages as demand for electricity outstrips limited generation capacity. The strain is worsened by fuel shortages tied to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, disrupting supply. With the grid under pressure, the government is resorting to controlled load-shedding to keep essential services running and reduce strain.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Bangladesh Gen Z struggles to turn anti Hasina street power into votes

Bangladesh Gen Z struggles to turn anti Hasina street power into votes

Bangladesh’s Gen Z-backed political push is facing a reality check after students who helped oust Sheikh Hasina formed a new party. Opinion polls indicate the NCP, aiming to contest all 300 seats, is far behind the BNP with only 6% support, while Jamaat-e-Islami could outperform expectations at 26%, signaling tough electoral odds.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 24 Apr 2026
Asia rice exporters face muted demand as freight costs surge amid Middle East conflict

Asia rice exporters face muted demand as freight costs surge amid Middle East conflict

Asia’s key rice export hubs are seeing limited activity as freight costs climb sharply following conflict in the Middle East. Traders say buyers are holding back until shipping rates ease, keeping prices muted. Still, Bangladesh’s domestic market remains firm ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr, with aromatic rice demand picking up despite the broader export slowdown.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Bangladesh student protests erupt over job quotas as courts clash and violence grows

Bangladesh student protests erupt over job quotas as courts clash and violence grows

Bangladesh’s nationwide student protests have turned violent, leaving at least six dead and hundreds injured. The unrest was sparked when the High Court reinstated a 30% government job quota for families of 1971 war freedom fighters, a benefit that had been scrapped in 2018. The Supreme Court later suspended the order and scheduled an August 7 hearing.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026

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Asia Rice Markets: India exports steady as Vietnam and Thailand prices climb

Asia Rice Markets: India exports steady as Vietnam and Thailand prices climb

Asia’s rice prices are moving unevenly as India keeps export rates steady despite muted demand. Vietnamese rates edged higher on tighter supplies and rising production costs, while Thailand’s prices also inched up. In Bangladesh, rice remains costly for consumers even after a good harvest, highlighting how supply-side pressures are still feeding prices.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Hindu Mahajot visits lynching victim family in Bangladesh demanding justice after brutal killing

Hindu Mahajot visits lynching victim family in Bangladesh demanding justice after brutal killing

A delegation from Bangladesh National Hindu Mahajot visited the family of Dipu Chandra Das in Mymensingh, who was beaten to death by a mob on December 18 over alleged blasphemy. The group demanded justice and extended support to the victim’s relatives, drawing attention to the brutality and alleged abuse surrounding the case.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 24 Apr 2026
Thousands protest outside Bangladesh deputy high commission in Kolkata over attacks on Hindus

Thousands protest outside Bangladesh deputy high commission in Kolkata over attacks on Hindus

Thousands of saffron-clad pro-Hindu activists gathered outside the Bangladesh Deputy High Commission in Kolkata, sitting in protest over alleged atrocities against minorities, particularly Hindus, in the neighbouring country. The rally drew political backing including West Bengal Leader of Opposition and BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari, as protesters demanded action from diplomatic authorities.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 24 Apr 2026
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