Barishal, Bangladesh – Media workers in Bangladesh continue to face alarming levels of violence and harassment, with recent attacks targeting journalists and reporters highlighting the growing concerns over press freedom in the country. On March 27, Journalists N Amin Russell and Monirul Islam were violently assaulted near the Barishal Court premises, allegedly by a group … Read more
Gobindaganj, Bangladesh – Hundreds of indigenous people in Bangladesh gathered on Jan. 11 to form a human chain, demanding justice for the murder of a Catholic government officer. The protesters, who assembled in Gobindaganj in Bangladesh’s northern Gaibandha district, accused a local lawmaker of involvement in the death of Ovidio Mardy, an acting assistant land … Read more
Dhaka, Bangladesh – A dispute over land within a Hindu family in Bangladesh took a violent turn recently, leading to a shocking axe attack that was captured on video. This footage went viral online, sparking false claims of communal conflict. The video showed a man hitting another individual with an axe in what appeared to … Read more
Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh – In a startling act of lawlessness, an Air Force Base in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh, was targeted by a group of assailants, showcasing a concerning level of unrest in the region. The incident took place under the leadership of Chief Advisor Mohammad Yunus, amidst a turbulent political climate in the country. Reports … Read more
Chattogram, Bangladesh – Journalists in Bangladesh are facing increasing threats and physical assaults as they carry out their reporting duties. Recently, employees of a textile factory in Chattogram attempted to storm the offices of a local newspaper, demanding the removal of an article critical of their factory. The situation escalated to the point where riot … Read more
Dhaka, Bangladesh – A recent incident at a book fair in Bangladesh has sparked controversy and outrage as a mob attacked a stall displaying a book by author Taslima Nasreen. The renowned writer, known for her outspoken views on religion and women’s rights, has faced backlash in the past for her controversial works. The incident … Read more
DHAKA, Bangladesh – An operation named “Operation Devil Hunt” has led to the arrest of forty individuals in Bangladesh. This operation was launched in response to a violent attack on student activists that occurred during vandalism at the house of an Awami League leader in Gazipur district. The government released a statement stating that the … Read more
Dhaka, Bangladesh – Law enforcement authorities in Bangladesh have arrested 40 individuals in connection with a violent attack on activists from a student group during a raid on the house of an Awami League leader in the outskirts of Dhaka. The arrests were made after a mob vandalized the residence and injured several people, prompting … Read more
Gazipur, Bangladesh – In response to a violent attack on students and civilians in Gazipur, the Bangladesh government has launched a nationwide security operation named “Operation Devil Hunt.” The incident prompted a high-level meeting at the Ministry of Home Affairs, where law enforcement agencies gathered to devise strategies for restoring law and order and holding … Read more
Dhaka, Bangladesh – Calls for urgent action have been made to the Chief Adviser of the Interim Government of Bangladesh to address the escalating violent attacks on Indigenous students. The Asia Indigenous Peoples Pact has emphasized the need to bring all perpetrators of these attacks to justice. This plea comes in the wake of disturbing … Read more