
Bangladesh's Enduring Fandom for Argentina and Messi
Four years after the Qatar 2022 World Cup, Bangladeshis continue to show passionate support for Argentina's national football team and Lionel Messi, marked by giant flags and live TV tributes.
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Four years after the Qatar 2022 World Cup, Bangladeshis continue to show passionate support for Argentina's national football team and Lionel Messi, marked by giant flags and live TV tributes.
India has announced the reopening of tourist visas for Bangladeshi citizens, a move that comes after a nearly two-year suspension. This decision is expected to facilitate cross-border travel and boost tourism between the two nations.

Thousands of Muslim Bangladeshis have been detained or deported from West Bengal under the state's new BJP government.

India has detained and deported approximately 5,000 Bangladeshi nationals. The action highlights ongoing issues related to immigration between the two countries.
Following a deadly hotel fire in Delhi's Malviya Nagar, municipal authorities initiated sealing unauthorized commercial establishments, while the hotel owner's past arrest for facilitating illegal stays for Bangladeshi nationals is under scrutiny.

An Iranian missile and drone barrage struck Kuwait International Airport, resulting in one fatality and dozens of injuries, prompting Kuwait to declare two Iranian diplomats persona non grata. Iran claimed the incident was due to a failed US missile, while Kuwait labeled it a 'heinous aggression'.

The Karnataka High Court strongly criticized a cyber center owner for allegedly creating fake Aadhaar cards for Bangladeshi nationals, stating that such actions are 'destroying everything'.
West Bengal's Chief Minister announced a 'detect-delete-deport' policy targeting illegal immigrants, including Bangladeshis and Rohingyas, with 'holding centres' being established across districts.

India's ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has instructed authorities in West Bengal to establish detention centers for undocumented Bangladeshis and Rohingya Muslims, a move that has triggered alarm.

The West Bengal government has directed districts to set up 'holding centers' for foreigners apprehended for illegal stays, including Bangladeshis and Rohingyas, who are awaiting deportation. This initiative aims to manage the population of undocumented immigrants.
A group of 170 Bangladeshi nationals has been repatriated from Libya, with authorities expressing concerns over potential human trafficking. The returnees arrived back in Bangladesh following their ordeal.

Lithuanian border guards in Kalvarija apprehended a Latvian citizen transporting several undocumented migrants, including Bangladeshis, in her car, with one reportedly found in the trunk.
Two suspected Bangladeshi smugglers were killed by Border Security Force (BSF) fire along the Tripura border after they allegedly pelted stones at troops near the Kamalasagar border outpost.
Thousands of Hajj pilgrims from Indonesia and Bangladesh have begun arriving in Saudi Arabia, with nearly 6,000 Indonesians reaching Medina and over 25,000 Bangladeshis arriving, though two deaths hav

More than 250 Rohingya refugees and Bangladeshis are reported missing after a boat en route to Myanmar capsized.
Spain is reportedly taking steps towards legalizing undocumented migrants residing in the country, a move that would affect various nationalities including Bangladeshis.
The World Bank has issued a warning that the ongoing conflict involving Iran could lead to an additional 1.2 million people in Bangladesh falling into poverty.

A deadly gang attack in Haiti's Artibonite region has killed at least 70 people and injured 30, with almost 6,000 displaced, according to human rights groups and initial reports. Multiple sources confirm the significantly higher death toll.
The Bangladesh government has ordered a hunt for the trafficking network responsible for a Mediterranean boat disaster that resulted in the deaths of 18 Bangladeshi nationals, including 12 from Sunamganj.
A report indicates that Indians constitute the largest expat group in GCC countries with 9.1 million residents, followed by Bangladeshis at 5 million.
Bangladesh's government is prioritizing the safety of its nationals amid Middle East tensions, with 186 Bangladeshis having returned home from Iran due to the ongoing conflict.
Approximately 280 Bangladeshi nationals are scheduled to return from Iran early Saturday, likely due to the escalating regional tensions.
A special Qatar Airways flight has successfully brought home 430 Bangladeshi citizens who were stranded abroad.
Sole earner killed in Saudi Arabia aerial attack, family left in despair in Kishoreganj The Daily Star
A report indicates that over 100 Bangladeshis have been sent to the front lines of the Russia-Ukraine war, with 34 confirmed dead.
Shama Obaed: In touch with families to bring back bodies of 2 Bangladeshis Dhaka Tribune
Middle East flights cancelled at Ctg airport The Daily Star

(ANSA) - ROME, FEB 27 - Five landings occurred in Lampedusa, with a total of 144 migrants, between night and early morning. Coast Guard and Guardia di Finanza patrol boats rescued the small boats and dinghies carrying between 6 and 64 Bangladeshis, Egyptians, Syrians, and Pakistanis. According to those who arrived at Molo Favarolo, including women and minors, the boats set sail from Tajoura, Zuwarah, and Garabulli in Libya and from Zarzis in Tunisia. Yesterday, there were six landings on the ...

After toppling Sheikh Hasina’s regime and electing a new government, Bangladeshis will have their eye on major reform, says Iqbal Singh Sevea from the NUS Institute of South Asian Studies.
The Saudi Arabian Ambassador announced that Saudi Arabia issued 1.4 million visas for Bangladeshi citizens in 2025, highlighting significant travel and labor ties between the two countries.
Young Bangladeshis express cautious optimism and demand that the government prioritize their voices and deliver on poll promises, as BNP's Rahman ascends to power.
Bangladesh's home minister stated, citing a study, that almost 5% of the country's population is addicted to drugs.

Bangladeshis celebrate the victories of the Argentine national football team as if they were their own, due to a lack of a strong national team, the appeal of Maradona and Messi, and football's unifying power.
Bangladesh's Jamaat-e-Islami and other opposition parties are protesting alleged Indian 'push-ins' and border killings, claiming thousands were pushed back and 19 Bangladeshis killed by Indian forces, demanding stronger border security.
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari stated that 5,000 Bangladeshi nationals have been deported from India.

Police in India have arrested a B&B owner who allegedly allowed a Bangladeshi woman, her daughter, and grandson to use his address to obtain documents for illegal residency. The owner is also implicated in a fire case.
Four Bangladeshi nationals sustained injuries in a drone attack that occurred in Kuwait. Details regarding the nature and perpetrators of the attack are still emerging.
A 21-year-old Malaysian man was detained after his car, carrying nine Bangladeshi immigrants, skidded and crashed in Tumpat, Malaysia, leading to his arrest for human smuggling.
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari urged authorities to expedite the deportation of alleged illegal Bangladeshi nationals at the Hakimpur checkpoint, emphasizing the state's 'detect, delete and deport' policy.
Another 170 Bangladeshi nationals have returned home from Libya, adding to the ongoing repatriation efforts for migrants in the North African country.
Three Bangladeshi nationals have been killed in a landmine explosion along the border with Myanmar. The incident highlights the dangers in the volatile border region.
Bangladeshi expatriates around the world are celebrating Qurbani Eid, finding ways to uphold their cultural and religious traditions despite being away from their home country. Articles highlight how they keep the Qurbani rituals alive annually.
British Bangladeshis have reportedly emerged stronger following the recent shake-up in Britain's local elections, indicating a shift in political representation.
Bangladesh raised concerns about India allegedly "pushing in" people, but India rebutted these claims and instead called for faster repatriation of illegal Bangladeshi immigrants.

A trawler carrying approximately 250 Bangladeshi and Rohingya migrants bound for Malaysia reportedly capsized in the Andaman Sea. Authorities fear that all 250 people on board are missing following the incident.
Spain has unveiled a mass regularisation drive for undocumented migrants, with plans to legalize thousands, including a significant number of Bangladeshis.

A boat carrying an estimated 250 Rohingya refugees capsized in the Andaman Sea, with UN agencies reporting all aboard are feared missing. This tragic incident highlights the perilous journeys undertaken by refugees seeking safety.
A migrant boat has capsized off the coast of Libya, with 32 survivors rescued, including Bangladeshis, while over 70 individuals are feared to have died in the incident.
Bangladeshi citizens are now required to obtain an Egypt transit visa in advance before traveling through the country.
Twenty-one Bangladeshi nationals have been rescued following a perilous migrant journey across the Mediterranean Sea.
Thirty-three Bangladeshi nationals have returned home after serving three years in an Indian jail.
Following earlier reports of their return, 186 Bangladeshi citizens who were stranded in Iran have now successfully returned home.
Bangladesh's State Minister has confirmed that Bangladeshi citizens are being brought back from various countries in the Middle East, including Iran, amidst regional tensions and conflicts.
Govt working to identify Bangladeshis stranded in Middle East conflict zones: Senior secretary The Daily Star

Hadi (32), who served as the spokesperson for Inqilab Moncho, was shot in the head on December 12 in Dhaka.
Gulf war claims two Bangladeshis, families gripped by fear Dhaka Tribune
Two Bangladeshis killed, seven injured in Middle East attacks Dhaka Tribune
Four Bangladeshi nationals have been identified among those injured in a drone attack on Kuwait Airport, amidst escalating conflict in the Middle East.
Another group of 175 Bangladeshi nationals has returned home from Libya.
The United Kingdom is set to introduce e-visas for Bangladeshi citizens starting from Wednesday.

Delhi Police have arrested eight individuals, including six Bangladeshi nationals, after 'Free Kashmir' posters were found displayed at metro stations.

In a move signaling easing diplomatic ties, India announced it would restart issuing tourist visas for Bangladeshi citizens, initially from five cities with plans for wider expansion.

Police in Gurugram, India, have apprehended 13 Bangladeshi nationals living illegally as part of an ongoing identification drive targeting undocumented residents, with deportation to follow.

India's Bengal region is reportedly pushing out hundreds of Muslim Bangladeshis to the border and placing many others in detention centers, as part of a crackdown on undocumented migrants, which is deepening religious tensions.
Delhi Police are investigating Lovkesh Bajaj, a hotel owner linked to a deadly Hauz Rani fire, for suspected involvement in an international human trafficking racket, allegedly using medical tourism as a front.
The Cabinet of Bangladesh has given its approval to a new policy designed to attract increased investment from Bangladeshi citizens residing abroad.
Another 174 Bangladeshi nationals have returned home from Libya, adding to the ongoing repatriation efforts.
Israeli fighter jets conducted a strike on a village in southern Lebanon, resulting in injuries to three Bangladeshi nationals. The incident highlights ongoing tensions in the region.
Egypt has implemented a new rule making transit visas mandatory for Bangladeshi citizens.
A rod-laden truck overturned in Tangail, Bangladesh, resulting in the deaths of at least 15 people. The tragic accident caused significant casualties.

The Rajasthan High Court granted bail to two Bangladeshi nationals involved in a kidney racket case, citing Article 21 of the Indian Constitution which protects foreigners.

Bangladesh is seeking aid from China for the Teesta River, a move that could strain its long-standing relationship with India, as millions of Bangladeshis depend on the river's shrinking waters.
British-Bangladeshis have demonstrated strong performance and achieved notable success in the recent London council elections.
A US court has denied bail to a suspect implicated in the killing of two Bangladeshi individuals, keeping the individual in custody.

Details of the accident remain unclear, but a Bangladesh Coast Guard spokesperson reported that nine people, including three Rohingya refugees and six Bangladeshis, were rescued on April 9.

A migrant boat carrying an estimated 250 people, including Rohingya and Bangladeshis, has sunk in the Indian Ocean, leaving all passengers missing. Search and rescue efforts are underway following the tragic incident.
Makkah Border Guards successfully rescued two Bangladeshi individuals who were found stranded at sea.
A Bangladeshi minister announced that over 1.13 million citizens are projected to be employed abroad in 2025, highlighting the country's ongoing efforts in overseas employment.
Japan has expressed keen interest in expanding educational and employment opportunities for citizens of Bangladesh, fostering stronger bilateral ties.
Non-Resident Bangladeshis (NRBs) around the world are observing the holy month of Ramadan, maintaining their traditions and faith while living in foreign countries.
A group of 33 Bangladeshi citizens, including children, have been repatriated from India after completing their jail sentences.
Eid boosts remittance inflow despite Middle East war The Daily Star

The Election Commission of India has announced the schedule for Assembly elections in several states, with voting phases occurring in April. The upcoming polls are set against a backdrop of looming energy crisis concerns in the country.
Qatar Airways is scheduled to operate two special flights to facilitate the return of Bangladeshis from Doha.
US-Bangla Airlines will operate two special flights from Dhaka to Dubai to repatriate Bangladeshi citizens stranded in the UAE.
Shama Obaed has stated that the safety of Bangladeshi citizens traveling abroad and expatriates is a top priority.

Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Sunday that the killing of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and members of his family was a "cynical" murder.
US deports 29 more Bangladeshis in immigration crackdown The Daily Star

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) in India has ordered a review of all birth records since 2016, reportedly as part of a crackdown on illegal Bangladeshi immigrants.
Delhi Police's special cell has thwarted a significant terror plot, arresting eight suspects, mostly Bangladeshi nationals with Indian Aadhaar cards, linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba, who reportedly targeted a Chandni Chowk temple.

Following a student revolution, Bangladesh held national elections where an Islamist party gained significant power, alongside a referendum for constitutional changes to safeguard democracy and increase women's participation.