Bangladesh General Election: Why Bangladesh’s February polls matter for Hindu minority’s safety

Bangladesh’s general election on February 12 has taken on significance far beyond votes, particularly for the safety and confidence of minority communities, especially Hindus. The political transition that began after the ousting of former prime minister Sheikh Hasina in 2024 has coincided with a marked increase in communal hostility and violence directed at minorities.

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Why is Rajpal Yadav in jail? Decade-old legal case explained

Actor Rajpal Yadav is in Tihar jail after surrendering in a long-running cheque bounce case linked to his 2010 film Ata Pata Laapata. The case relates to a Rs 5 crore loan taken to finance the film, bounced cheques, and a subsequent conviction under the Negotiable Instruments Act. After repeated delays and missed deadlines, the court rejected his final plea for time and ordered him to surrender.

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‘Delighted to see the outcome’: BCCI’s first reaction after Pakistan withdraw boycott of India clash at T20 WC

Pakistan are set to play against India on February 15, at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo after boycotting the marquee clash earlier this month. The Pakistan Government had directed the national team not to participate in the match against India, as it vowed to stand in solidarity with Bangladesh who were ousted from the T20 World Cup for refusing to travel to India.

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