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Bangladesh in 2024: A Year of Political Turmoil and Transformation
Dr Anchita Borthakur, Research Associate, VIF Article

The year 2024 marked a period of intense political unrest for Bangladesh, one defined by sharp political polarization, economic struggles, and significant shifts in governance. From the re-election of Sheikh Hasina at the beginning of the year to the....

January 06, 2025 Neighbourhood Studies , Bangladesh , Article , India , foreign policy , economy , Bangladesh , Awami League , Sheikh Hasina , BNP , Quota Movement , Muhammad Yunus , Minority , Student Uprising
The Forgotten ‘Student Movement’ of East Pakistan
Saudiptendu Ray, Research Associate, VIF Article

On Wednesday, 17th July 2024, top officials of Dhaka University announced the suspension of classes and closure of the university dorms following violent protests against quotas for government jobs. December 10, 2024 Neighbourhood Studies , Bangladesh , Historical and Civilisational Studies , Article , East Pakistan , Sheikh Mujibur Rahman , Ayub Khan , Bangladesh Liberation War , Bhasha Andolan , Dhaka University , Shaheed Minar , Yahya Khan , 16 December

A New Era for Sri Lanka? The November Parliamentary Election
Dr Anchita Borthakur, Research Associate, VIF Article

Introduction
On September 21 this year Sri Lanka held its first presidential election after the Aragalaya protests amid significant political and economic challenges, marking a crucial moment in the country’s journey toward economic rec....

November 13, 2024 Neighbourhood Studies , Bangladesh , Article , Sri Lanka , election , IMF , NPP , SJB , Sri Lanka Presidential Election , Aragalaya , Sri Lanka Parliamentary Election , Anura Kumara Dissanayake , Tamil votes
Beijing's Strategic Engagement with Bangladesh in the Aftermath of Power Shift
Rahul Pandey Article

The political landscape in Bangladesh underwent a dramatic transformation in August 2024 when Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina was forced to step down following a wave of student protests, now known as the ‘November 11, 2024 Neighbourhood Studies , Bangladesh , Article , China , Bangladesh , Rohingya , Muhammad Yunus , Bangladesh Armed Forces , Goal 2020 plan , JIB

India and Bangladesh Developments
Amb Kanwal Sibal Article

For India, the dramatic change of regime in Bangladesh, with Sheikh Hasina having to resign under military pressure and leave the country hastily as the army could not ensure her personal safety, is a serious setback. It can always be debated whet....

August 16, 2024 Neighbourhood Studies , Bangladesh , Article , US , Pakistan Army , Bangladesh , Awami League , Sheikh Hasina , BNP , Muhammad Yunus , Jamaat E Islami
Bangladesh, the Sudden Turn of Events: Indian Options
Dr Sreeradha Datta Article

The world watched in horror the looting and plundering of Bangladesh’s Prime Ministers’ official residence and other public properties across the city on 5th August 2024 early evening. Post the stepping down of the Awami League government, the im....

August 12, 2024 Neighbourhood Studies , Bangladesh , Article , Bangladesh , Awami League , Sheikh Hasina , BNP , Muhammad Yunus , Student protests
Unstable Bangladesh: Bad News for India
Lt Gen Kamal Davar, PVSM, AVSM (Retd) Commentary

After the momentous and historical day of 16 December 1971 when India freed East Pakistan from the inhuman clutches of Pakistan leading to the birth of Bangladesh, no other day in the history of Bangladesh has, so far, assumed such importance - albei....

August 12, 2024 Neighbourhood Studies , Bangladesh , Commentary , Bangladesh , Sheikh Hasina , Dhaka , BNP , Bangladesh Army
Discussion on the Recent Upheavals in Bangladesh and Its Repercussions

On 05 August, the Vivekananda International Foundation (VIF) organized a discussion on the “Recent Upheavals in Bangladesh and Its Repercussions”. Dr Arvind Gupta, Director VIF, delivered the opening remarks, followed by brief observations from P....

August 09, 2024 Neighbourhood Studies , Bangladesh , Interaction , Bangladesh , Sheikh Hasina , Bangladesh Protests , Muhammad Yunus , Gen Z protests
Quota Reform Movement in Bangladesh: A Deep Dive into Its Origin and Impact
Dr Anchita Borthakur, Research Associate, VIF Article

Introduction
In recent weeks, Bangladesh has witnessed the outbreak of massive protests and demonstrations, unlike those witnessed in recent years, on the contentious issue of the country's quota system in government jobs. The quota syste....

August 02, 2024 Neighbourhood Studies , Bangladesh , Article , economy , Bangladesh , Political Violence , Inflation , Awami League , BNP , Quota Reform Movement , freedom Fighters Quota , Razakar , Nine Point Demand.
Strengthening Ties: PM Sheikh Hasina’s Strategic Visit to India
Dr Anchita Borthakur, Research Associate, VIF Article

Introduction
On 21 June the PM of Bangladesh Sheikh Hasina arrived in New Delhi for a two-day state visit at the invitation of PM Narendra Modi, thus becoming the first leader to pay a bilateral state visit to India following the conclusi....

July 09, 2024 Neighbourhood Studies , Bangladesh , Article , India , China , Bangladesh , Connectivity , Sheikh Hasina , Teesta River Project , Intra- Regional Trade
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