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Sheikh Hasina

Prime Minister of Bangladesh (1996–2001, since 2009)
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India tightens border security after Bangladesh's annexation threat

An adviser to Bangladesh's interim leader claims three Indian states with a Bengali population. India has stepped up border security after threats to annex territories.

News of the World • January 5, 06:44 AM • 30802 views

Bangladesh's Central Bank Governor accuses oligarchs of “robbing” financial institutions of nearly $17 billion

The Governor of the Central Bank of Bangladesh announced the withdrawal of $16. 7 billion through schemes with loans and inflated import bills. The embezzlement took place with the support of the state during the rule of former Prime Minister Hasina.

News of the World • October 28, 09:24 AM • 16721 views

Bangladesh issues arrest warrant for former prime minister for crimes against humanity during protests in the country

Former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina is accused of crimes against humanity during the protests. The court ordered the arrest of her and 45 other people, including former ministers who fled the country.

News of the World • October 18, 01:23 AM • 18657 views

Fashion brands cut orders in Bangladesh after unrest caused delivery delays - FT

Leading fashion brands are shifting orders from Bangladesh due to unrest following the fall of the government of Sheikh Hasina. Factories have been closed, some have been burned, leading to supply delays and loss of trust from international companies.

Economy • August 15, 09:29 AM • 27110 views

The US denies involvement in the overthrow of Bangladeshi Prime Minister Hasina

The United States said it did not participate in the overthrow of Bangladeshi Prime Minister Hasina. This denial came after Hasina's accusations that the United States was involved in her ouster in order to gain control of the island of St. Martin.

News of the World • August 13, 07:53 AM • 17773 views

Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus to head Bangladesh's interim government

Muhammad Yunus was appointed head of the interim government of Bangladesh after the resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. The decision was made following a meeting between the president and leaders of the student movement against discrimination.

Economy • August 6, 09:46 PM • 41479 views

Bangladeshi Prime Minister resigns and flees the country amid mass protests in the country

Sheikha Hasina left her residence in Dhaka after it was stormed by protesters. The resignation comes amid massive unrest that has killed about 300 people over the past month.

News of the World • August 5, 11:29 AM • 17143 views

UN calls for an end to violence during protests in Bangladesh

The UN Human Rights Ombudsman has called on the Bangladeshi government to stop repressing peaceful protesters.

Society • August 4, 11:53 PM • 27856 views

Mass riots in Bangladesh: about 1200 detained, 173 killed

Mass protests against employment quotas continue in Bangladesh. According to AFP, about 1,200 people have been detained, and at least 173 people, including police officers, have been killed.

News of the World • July 23, 07:21 AM • 18369 views