Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:08pm on 16 Jul 2024,Tuesday International
Three people died in Bangladesh during violent clashes over government job quotas. Police used tear gas and rubber bullets to disperse students protesting for a merit-based system. The quota scheme reserves half of civil service posts for specific groups, including children of heroes from the 1971 liberation war. Critics say it benefits pro-government groups. Violence erupted as students demanded changes, while ruling party supporters opposed them. Protests have spread nationwide, with students blocking rail lines and highways. The situation remains tense as the government faces increasing pressure to address the quota system.
