The UN refugee agency (UNHCR) stated that 2.4 million refugees will require resettlement in 2025, a figure down 6% from last year. This comes as several countries, including the US, have significantly reduced their resettlement quotas, creating a dire shortage of options for those unable to return home.
Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman's adviser, Zahed ur Rahman, departed Delhi after a dispute with immigration over past controversial statements about India. Dhaka summoned the Indian charge d'affaires to express displeasure.
Bangladesh summoned India's deputy high commissioner in Dhaka to express disappointment after PM's adviser Dr Zahed Ur Rahman was detained for 2.5 hours at Delhi airport. Rahman, traveling on a regular passport, chose to return home instead of attending an IORA meeting.
Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury alleged that Bangladeshi political parties are infiltrating India, citing the merger of a breakaway Trinamool Congress faction with the Nationalist Citizens Party of India (NCPI). He drew parallels to the BJP's stance on illegal immigration from Bangladesh.
Cooper Connolly scored a maiden international century (149 off 133 balls) to lead Australia to a dramatic one-wicket victory against Bangladesh in the final ODI. Despite severe cramps, Connolly's innings helped Australia chase down 274, avoiding a series whitewash.
Cooper Connolly's maiden ODI century of 149 guided Australia to a thrilling one-wicket victory over Bangladesh in the third ODI in Dhaka. Australia chased 275, finishing 277/9 with three balls to spare, avoiding a series whitewash despite Shoriful Islam's 6/48.
Cooper Connolly scored his maiden international century (149 off 133 balls) as Australia narrowly defeated Bangladesh by one wicket in the third ODI. Australia chased down Bangladesh's 274 with three balls to spare, despite a late collapse and a five-wicket haul from Shoriful Islam.
Bangladesh began their ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 campaign with a six-wicket win against the Netherlands at Edgbaston. Opener Juairiya Ferdous scored 50, and an unbeaten partnership between Sharmin Akhter (37*) and Shorna Akter (18*) chased down the target of 140.
Bangladesh narrowly defeated the Netherlands by six wickets in their opening match of the Women's T20 World Cup at Edgbaston. Despite a strong start from the Dutch, Bangladesh chased down 140 thanks to fifties from Juairiya Ferdous and Sharmin Akter Supta.
As the Women's Cricket World Cup begins, the Dutch team expresses excitement and acknowledges sacrifices made by players. Bangladesh captain Nigar Sultana aims to restrict opponents with their bowling. Netherlands captain Babette de Leede anticipates a high-scoring game on a flat wicket.
Bangladesh faces debutants Netherlands in their opening Group 1 match of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 at Edgbaston. Bangladesh, with experienced players and a strong spin attack, are favorites. The Netherlands, led by Babette de Leede, are aiming for upsets despite many players juggling jobs and studies.
India's satirical Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), born from online protest, has gained millions of followers but analysts doubt it can spark widespread youth unrest like in neighboring countries due to limited street mobilization.
Australia wins the toss and bowls first against Bangladesh. Soumya Sarkar is out early, but Najmul Hossain Shanto and Tanzid Hasan show resilience with boundaries. Josh Inglis expresses Australia's intent to finish the series strongly.
Australia narrowly defeated Bangladesh by one wicket in a dramatic ODI match in Dhaka. After a dominant position, Australia collapsed from 266/5 to 271/9, with Shoriful Islam taking three wickets. Crucial dropped catches by Bangladesh allowed Australia to eventually secure victory.
Bangladesh's batting unit posted a formidable total of 274 against Australia, with Towhid Hridoy scoring 83 and Litton Das contributing 48 before retiring hurt. Australia's bowlers struggled, particularly in the middle overs, failing to take wickets.
Bangladesh cricketer Nayeem Hasan claims he was assaulted by police in Chattogram on Friday night. He alleges officers stopped his auto-rickshaw, behaved aggressively, and beat him. The Bangladesh Cricket Board and fellow players have called for a thorough investigation.
Bangladesh's new Prime Minister Tarique Rahman will visit Malaysia and China in late June for his first overseas trip. The decision to prioritize these nations over India is seen by analysts as a move to strike a diplomatic balance and reflects an independent foreign policy, focusing on labor welfare with Malaysia and infrastructure and investment with China.
Bangladesh captain Mehidy Hasan Miraz was hospitalized for observation after suffering a concussion from a Riley Meredith bouncer during the team's historic ODI series win against Australia. Despite visible distress and reportedly vomiting, Miraz continued playing and secured the victory.
Border Guard Bangladesh and India's Border Security Force held cordial talks in New Delhi on illegal migration. Bangladesh seeks an end to India's practice of "pushing back" migrants, an issue that has become increasingly contentious.
One Nation has relocated a fundraising event in Melbourne to an undisclosed location after the original venue, Giorgio Casa, withdrew due to planned protest activity. Police stated they were unaware of specific threats, attributing the decision to the venue.
Australia has lost its first-ever ODI series to Bangladesh after a five-wicket defeat in the second match. Bangladesh secured an unassailable 2-0 lead, chasing a revised target of 192.
Bangladesh achieved their first-ever ODI series victory against Australia, taking an unassailable 2-0 lead with a five-wicket win. A rain-affected match saw Bangladesh successfully chase a revised target of 192.
Bangladesh achieved their first-ever ODI series victory against Australia by winning the second match by five wickets (DLS method) in Mirpur. Chasing a revised target of 192, Bangladesh reached the score with six overs to spare, with Soumya Sarkar and Najmul Hossain Shanto building a crucial partnership.
India's West Bengal state has deported nearly 5,000 undocumented Bangladeshi nationals, marking a key test for the ruling BJP's "detect, delete and deport" policy. The move has sparked tensions with Bangladesh, which insists on proper verification of citizenship before accepting repatriations, and raised concerns among rights groups about due process for those deported.
