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Deaths Along The Bangladesh–India Border
Deaths along the Bangladesh–India border occur many times a year as result of people attempting to illegally cross into India from Bangladesh, cross border firing and cattle smuggling. Bangladesh and India share a 4,096 kilometer (2,545 mile) border. To prevent smuggling and illegal migration from Bangladesh, the Indian Border Security Force exercises its controversial "Shoot-on-sight" policy. Under this policy, the BSF can shoot any person on site with or without cause. A large portion of the victims are cattle traders and farmers with land near the border. Regarding border killings, Brad Adams, Executive Director of the Asia Department of Human Right Watch state that, "Routinely shooting poor, unarmed villagers is not how the world's largest democracy should behave." According to a report published by Human rights organisations, around 1,000 Bangladeshi civilians have been killed by Indian Border Security Force (BSF) in a period of 10 years (from 2001 to 2010). The report also s ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bangladesh–India Relations
Bangladesh–India relations, (; ) also referred to as Bangladeshi-Bharat relations or Indo-Bangladeshi relations, are the bilateral relations between the People’s Republic of Bangladesh and the Republic of India India, officially the Republic of India (Hindi: ), is a country in South Asia. It is the seventh-largest country by area, the second-most populous country, and the most populous democracy in the world. Bounded by the Indian Ocean on the so ..., both of which are South Asian neighbours. Diplomatic relations between the two countries formally began in 1971 with India's recognition of an independent Bangladesh (which was formerly known as East Pakistan). The relations between the two countries have been characterised as a Special relationship (international relations), special relationship although some disputes remain unresolved. The historic land boundary agreement was signed on 6 June 2015 which settled decades old border disputes, while negotiations are s ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gomostapur Upazila
Gomostapur ( bn, গোমস্তাপুর) is an upazila of Nawabganj District in the Division of Rajshahi, Bangladesh. Geography Gomostapur is located at . It has 34,126 households and a total area of . Gomostapur Upazila is bounded by Habibpur CD block in Malda district, West Bengal, India and Porsha Upazila, in Naogaon District, on the north, Niamatpur Upazila in Naogaon district and Nachol Upazila on the east, Nachol Upazila and Shibganj Upazila, Chapai Nawabganj on the south, and Bholahat Upazila, Shibganj Upazila and Habibpur CD block on the west. Demographics According to 2011 Bangladesh census, Gomostapur had a population of 275,823. Males constituted 49.42% of the population and females 50.58%. Muslims formed 93.05% of the population, Hindus 5.80%, Christians 0.88% and others 0.28%. Gomostapur had a literacy rate of 41.22% for the population 7 years and above. As of the 1991 Bangladesh census, Gomostapur has a population of 191,972. Males constitute 50.66% of the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
2001 Bangladesh–India Border Clashes
The 2001 Bangladesh–India border clashes were a series of armed skirmishes between India and Bangladesh in April 2001. The clashes took place between troops of the Bangladesh Rifles (BDR) and the Indian Border Security Force (BSF) on the poorly-marked international border between the two countries. Background The Partition of Bengal in 1947 left a poorly demarcated international border between the states of India and Bangladesh (erstwhile East Pakistan). Ownership of several villages on both sides of the ''de facto'' border were disputed and claimed by both countries. The dispute over the demarcation of the India–Bangladesh border worsened due to the existence of over 190 enclaves. Cause One of the disputed areas was a small sliver of land near the village of Padua (also known as Pyrdiwah), on the border between Bangladesh and the Indian state of Meghalaya, which was used by Indian Armed Forces, Indian security forces during the Bangladesh Liberation War, 1971 Bangla ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bangladesh–India Border
The Bangladesh–India border, known locally as the International Border (IB), is an international border running between Bangladesh and India that demarcates the eight divisions of Bangladesh and the Indian states. Bangladesh and India share a international border, the fifth-longest land border in the world, including in Assam, in Tripura, in Mizoram, in Meghalaya, and in West Bengal. The Bangladeshi divisions of Mymensingh, Khulna, Rajshahi, Rangpur, Sylhet, and Chittagong are situated along the border. A number of pillars mark the border between the two states. Small demarcated portions of the border are fenced on both sides. History The Radcliffe Line was published on 17 August 1947 as a boundary demarcation line between India and Pakistan upon the partition of India. In the early years, Bangladesh was also known as East Pakistan. It was named after its architect, Sir Cyril Radcliffe, who, as chairman of the Border Commissions, was charged with equitably dividing ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Shaptahik 2000
''Shaptahik 2000'' was a Bengali-language magazine that was published weekly from 1998 to 2014. The magazine was published by Mediaworld Ltd, a concern of Transcom Group of Bangladesh. History ''Shaptahik 2000'' was established in 1998. Its founding editor was Shahadat Chowdhury. The publisher of the magazine was Mahfuz Anam, the editor of ''The Daily Star''. On 12 March 2005, Shumi Khan, the Chittagong correspondent of the magazine, received threats from Jamaat-e-Islami Bangladesh. This threat was issued after Shumi wrote an article that accused Shahjahan Chowdhury, a Member of Parliament from Jamaat-e-Islami Bangladesh, of supporting terrorism. In 2007 the magazine published an autobiographical article by Daud Haider Daud Haider is a Bangladeshi poet who was forced into exile after writing a poem that "insulted" religion including Islam. American Center, International PEN have described him as "distinguished poet". Early life Haider was born on 21 February 195 ..., a Banglades ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Daily Observer (Bangladesh)
The Daily Observer is an English-language newspaper in Bangladesh. The founding editor is Iqbal Sobhan Chowdhury, who was formerly editor of ''The Bangladesh Observer''. History ''The Daily Observer'' hit the stands in Bangladesh on 1 February 2011. Iqbal Sobhan Chowdhury, the last editor of ''Bangladesh Observer'', started the circulation of a new newspaper by the name of ''The Daily Observer'' in 2011. The editor was sued by MP Nizam Uddin Hazari in 2017 for publishing an allegedly defamatory article mentioning him. See also * List of newspapers in Bangladesh * The Daily Star (Bangladesh) * Dhaka Tribune * Prothom-alo ''The Daily Prothom Alo'' ( bn, প্রথম আলো) is a daily newspaper in Bangladesh, published from Dhaka in the Bengali language. It is the largest circulated newspaper in Bangladesh. According to National Media Survey 2018, conducte ... References Publications established in 2011 Newspapers published in Dhaka 2011 establishments in ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Independent (Bangladesh)
''The Independent'' was an English-language daily newspaper published in Dhaka, Bangladesh. It was owned by Beximco Group of Bangladesh. The last executive editor of the newspaper was Shamim Abdullah Zahedy. History On 26 March 1995, Beximco Group launched The Independent. In October 2010, the Independent newspaper was relaunched. The newspaper officially shut down on 30 January 2022. Earlier in April 2020, it ceased printed publication due to COVID-19 pandemic. On 31 January 2022, The Independent was closed down. See also * ''The Daily Ittefaq'' * ''The Daily Star'' (Bangladesh) * ''Daily Sun'' (Bangladesh) * List of newspapers in Bangladesh * ''New Age'' * ''Prothom Alo ''The Daily Prothom Alo'' ( bn, প্রথম আলো) is a daily newspaper in Bangladesh, published from Dhaka in the Bengali language. It is the largest circulated newspaper in Bangladesh. According to National Media Survey 2018, conducte ...'' References Daily newspapers published in ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Daily Star (Bangladesh)
''The Daily Star'' is a leading Bangladeshi English-language daily newspaper. It is the largest circulating daily English-language newspaper in the country. Founded by Syed Mohammed Ali on 14 January 1991, as Bangladesh transitioned and restored parliamentary democracy, the newspaper became popular for its outspoken coverage of politics, corruption and foreign policy. It is considered a newspaper of record for Bangladesh. The newspaper is known for its "reputation for journalistic integrity and liberal and progressive views - a kind of Bangladeshi ''New York Times''". Its slogan is "Journalism Without Fear or Favour". Mahfuz Anam serves as editor and publisher of ''The Daily Star''. Its motto, "Your Right to Know", appears above its logo on the front page. ''The Daily Star'' is owned by Mediaworld, in which a major share is held by the Transcom Group. ''Star Business'' is the business edition of the paper and highly popular. History In the late 1980s, plans for a major English ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chuadanga District
Chuadanga ( bn, চুয়াডাঙ্গা, tʃuaɖaŋga), is a district of the western Khulna Division of Bangladesh. It is bordered by the Indian state of West Bengal to the west, Meherpur District to the northwest, Jessore District to the south, Jhenaidah District to the east, and Kushtia District to the north. Before partition Chuadanga was one of the five subdivisions under Nadia district. History Chuadanga witnessed a number of uprisings during the British rule of India. The uprisings included Wahabi Movement (1831), Faraizi Movement(1838–47), Sepoy Rebellion (1857), Indigo Rebellion (1859–60), Khilafat Movement (1920), Swadeshi Movement (1906), Non-cooperation movement, Violation of Law and Salt Satyagraha (1920–40), and Quit India Movement or August Revolt (1942). Under British rule, Chuadanga was a sub-division within Nadia District. During partition, in 1947, excepting Krishnanagar thana (still under Nadia in West Bengal). History of Chuadanga can be found ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Damurhuda Upazila
Damurhuda ( bn, দামুড়হুদা) is an upazila of Chuadanga District in the Division of Khulna, Bangladesh. Geography Damurhuda is located at . It has 37,279 households and a total area of 308.11 km2. Dumurhuda Upazila is bounded by Meherpur Sadar Upazila, in Meherpur District, and Alamdanga Upazila in Chuadanga District, on the north, Chuadanga Sadar Upazila on the east, Krishnaganj CD Block, in Nadia District, West Bengal, India, on the south and Chapra CD Block, in Nadia district, on the west. Demographics According to 2011 Bangladesh census, Damurhuda had a population of 289,577. Males constituted 50.10% of the population and females 49.84. Muslims formed 75.81% of the population, Christians 23.48% Hindus 2.58%, and others 0.116%. Damurhuda had a literacy rate of 44.15% for the population 7 years and above. According to the 1991 Bangladesh census, Damurhuda had a population of 213,291. Males constituted 51.69% of the population, and females 48.31%. T ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jhenaidah District
Jhenaidah District ( bn, ঝিনাইদহ) is a district in southwestern Bangladesh. It is a part of the Khulna Division. It has an area of . It is bordered by Kushtia District to the north, Jessore District and West Bengal, India to the south, Rajbari District and Magura District to the east, and Chuadanga District and West Bengal, India to the west. The largest city and headquarter of this district is Jhenaidah. At the beginning of the British rule Jhenaidah was a police outpost and was turned into a thana in 1793. The Jhenaidah Sub division was established in 1862 and was turned into a district in 1984. Geography Annual average temperature: maximum , minimum Annual rainfall: Demographics According to the 2011 Bangladesh census, Jhenaidah District had a population of 1,771,304, of which 886,402 were males and 884,902 females. Rural population was 1,491,112 (84.18%) and urban population was 280,192 (15.82%). Jhenaidah had a literacy rate of 48.40% for the population 7 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Maheshpur Upazila
Maheshpur Upazila ( bn, মহেশপুর উপজেলা) is a part of Jhenaidah District in the Khulna Division of Bangladesh. Geography Maheshpur Upazila, has an area of 419.53 km2. Maheshpur Upazila has 12 unions, namely: SBK, Fotepur, Pantapara, Shoruppur, Shamkur, Nepa, Kajirber, Bashbaria, Jadoppur, Natima, Mandarbaria and Ajompur. Maheshpur (Town) consists of 9 wards and 14 mahallas. Maheshpur thana was turned into an upazila in 1983. Maheshpur Upazila shares borders with Bagdah CD Block in North 24 Parganas district in West Bengal, India to the west, Kotchandpur Upazila and Chaugachha Upazila of Jessore to the east, Chaugacha Upazila of Jessore to the south and Jibannagar Upazila of Chuuadanga district to the north side. The main river flowing through this upazila is Kapotakkho Nod. Maheshpur is located at . It has 41,995 household units and total area 419.53 km2. Demographics According to the 2011 Bangladesh census, Maheshpur had a population of 332, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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