Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:00pm on 05 Aug 2024,Monday India Global
Meghalaya has imposed a night curfew along its border with Bangladesh due to ongoing unrest in the neighboring country. Deputy Chief Minister Prestone Tynsong announced that the curfew, effective immediately, will be enforced from 6 pm to 6 am daily within 200 meters of the international border. Nine Border Security Force battalions are currently guarding the border, and additional security forces will be deployed if necessary. Meghalaya Police has been instructed to assist the BSF as required. Tynsong chaired a crucial meeting with senior officials to address the situation and ensure the state's preparedness.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:25pm on 05 Aug 2024,Monday India Global
Prime Minister Narendra Modi convened a cabinet meeting to address the crisis in Bangladesh following Sheikh Hasina's resignation and arrival in India. Hasina, who fled amid deadly protests, is currently at a safe house at the Hindon airbase near Delhi. National Security Advisor Ajit Doval has met with her to discuss the situation. The Bangladesh Army Chief announced an interim government, with a promise to investigate the violence. Protests, which began over government job quotas, have left over 300 dead. The BSF has issued a high alert along the India-Bangladesh border.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:44pm on 05 Aug 2024,Monday India Global
As Bangladesh plunges into turmoil following Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's resignation, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee urged political leaders to maintain peace and avoid provocative comments. She emphasized, "This is a matter between two countries; we will support whatever decision the Central government takes." BJP's Locket Chatterjee noted Hasina's belief in India's safety under PM Modi's leadership. Former Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla highlighted the involvement of the Opposition and potential foreign influences in the unrest. Sheikh Hasina is expected to stop briefly in Delhi before heading to the UK.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:11pm on 05 Aug 2024,Monday India Global
Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina met with India's National Security Advisor Ajit Doval near Delhi on August 5. Hasina, who resigned following deadly protests in Dhaka, landed at Hindon Air Force Base in Ghaziabad. She is expected to travel to London for asylum. The protests, sparked by a controversial job quota system, resulted in over 300 deaths. The Bangladesh Army has taken control and announced an interim government. India has heightened security at the border and suspended travel links with Bangladesh due to the unrest.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:24pm on 05 Aug 2024,Monday India Global
Sheikh Hasina's aircraft landed at Hindon Air Base in Ghaziabad on August 5, 2024, following her resignation as Bangladesh’s Prime Minister. She fled Dhaka amid violent protests. Her plane is expected to move to a safe house in New Delhi soon. In Dhaka, protesters damaged key sites, including the Bangabandhu Memorial Museum. The Bangladesh Army, led by General Waker-Uz-Zaman, is forming an interim government. In India, security is heightened at the Bangladesh High Commission and Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport in preparation for Hasina's arrival.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:48pm on 05 Aug 2024,Monday India Global
India suspended all train services with Bangladesh after violent protests forced PM Sheikh Hasina to flee. The Maitri Express, running between Kolkata and Dhaka, and the Bandhan Express, between Kolkata and Khulna, remain canceled. Over 300 people have died in the protests, which began against government job quotas and escalated into calls for Hasina’s resignation. Jubilant crowds stormed her residence, looting and celebrating. Bangladesh’s army chief, General Waker-Uz-Zaman, announced he would form an interim government, taking full responsibility to stabilize the country.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 11:33am on 05 Aug 2024,Monday India Global
Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has fled Dhaka following an attack on her residence by protestors. She and her sister were moved to a secure location before boarding flight AJAX1431, a Bangladesh Air Force Lockheed C-130J Hercules. The aircraft is currently flying over Jharkhand, with its destination undisclosed but speculated to be New Delhi. Amid escalating political tensions, Bangladesh's army chief has announced an interim government and a military investigation into the crackdown on student protesters.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:59pm on 04 Aug 2024,Sunday India Global
China’s Global Times acknowledged India’s manufacturing growth, placing India fifth in the world with $456 billion in output. China's manufacturing value is $4,659 billion, making it the leader. The United States, Germany, and Japan follow in the top four. The list, based on World Bank data, highlights India's significant rise. Global Times noted, "India has made it to the top 5," signaling a shift in China's view of India as a global power. India's firm stance against China and rapid economic growth contribute to this recognition. Prime Minister Modi's leadership and India’s achievements in recent years are also praised.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:00pm on 04 Aug 2024,Sunday India Global
Rangers at Glacier National Park in the US recovered the body of 26-year-old Siddhant Vitthal Patil, a tech professional from California, who fell into Avalanche Creek on July 6 and drowned. Patil was hiking with friends when he slipped and was swept away by the current. After weeks of challenging search efforts, including aerial and drone searches, his body was found by a park visitor. Patil’s family expressed gratitude to the rangers and Indian American community leader Prem Bhandari for their support. Efforts are underway to repatriate his remains to India for final rites.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:52pm on 03 Aug 2024,Saturday India Global
The Indian Embassy in Israel has issued a warning for Indian nationals to stay vigilant and follow safety protocols due to escalating tensions in the region. This advisory follows the recent assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran, which has intensified regional conflicts. The embassy advised avoiding unnecessary travel and staying close to safety shelters. In response to heightened risks, airlines including Air India have suspended flights to and from Tel Aviv. The advisory echoes similar cautions issued to Indians in Lebanon due to ongoing regional unrest.