Hasina falls, flees

Hasina falls, flees – August 5, 2024

Bangladesh’s iron lady of 15 years bowed out to a people’s uprising yesterday. Serving as the prime minister since 2009, Sheikh Hasina was forced to resign and flee the country as hundreds of thousands marched towards Dhaka defying a curfew amid a continual morning drizzle. The streets of the capital that had convulsed with violence…

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Cybercriminals are freely infiltrating the revenue board's server.

Cybercriminals are freely infiltrating the revenue board’s server.

Cyber Criminals Exploit Customs Server: A Security Breach Revealed On May 20, Mohammed Zakaria, a Deputy Commissioner at Chattogram Customs House, was undergoing medical treatment in Kolkata. That same night, at 11:33 PM, someone used his ID and password to access the National Board of Revenue’s (NBR) automated customs system, ASYCUDA. Approximately 30 minutes later,…

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Clashes and Nationwide Protests Escalate in Bangladesh

Clashes and Nationwide Protests Escalate in Bangladesh – August 2, 2024

Death Toll Rises Amidst Protests:On August 2, 2024, two more individuals were killed in violent clashes involving police, ruling Awami League (AL) activists, and demonstrators. These deaths added to a rising toll of over 200 casualties since mid-July, intensifying public outrage and fueling nationwide protests demanding justice and political reform. Protesters accuse the government of…

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Police block ‘March for Justice’

Police block ‘March for Justice’ – July 31, 2024

The law enforcers yesterday foiled the quota protesters’ March for Justice by using teargas and stun grenades and charging batons in different districts. At least 100 people were injured and 83 detained during the protests. Teachers, parents, and citizens from various walks of life joined the programme called by the “students against discrimination” in protest…

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Bangladesh Observes National Mourning Amid Widespread Protests and Calls for Accountability

Bangladesh Observes National Mourning Amid Widespread Protests and Calls for Accountability – July 30 2024

A day of national mourning is called by government in remembrance of those killed in the violence. All places of worship including mosques, temples, and churches are asked to hold special prayers for the deceased. Coordinators of the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement call on people to cover their faces with red pieces of cloth and upload…

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