Yunus-Modi Meeting Uncertain as India Finalizes BIMSTEC Schedule
![Indian PM Modi to attend BIMSTEC Summit in Bangkok; no bilateral meeting with Bangladesh’s Yunus confirmed yet. [Image via The Daily Star]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/yunus-modi_0.webp)
Indian PM Modi to attend BIMSTEC Summit in Bangkok; no bilateral meeting with Bangladesh’s Yunus confirmed yet.
Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser Yunus to Meet President Xi Jinping During China Visit
![Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus' visit to China aims to boost ties, attend BFA 2025, and discuss trade, investment, and cooperation. [Image via Bangla Tribune]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Yunus-d522d19d3353f6ab8727afa361b347ab-1024x618.webp)
Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus’ visit to China aims to boost ties, attend BFA 2025, and discuss trade, investment, and cooperation.
From Sri Lanka to Myanmar: India’s Shadow Wars

India’s covert operations in Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Myanmar fuel instability, raising questions about its regional dominance.
Qatar Backs Bangladesh’s Reform Initiatives, Strengthens Economic Partnership
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Qatar supports Bangladesh’s interim government reform initiatives as envoy meets CA Yunus to discuss trade, investment, and cooperation.
Bangladesh to Boost US Cotton Imports to Avoid Trump Tariffs
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Bangladesh plans to import more US cotton to boost trade ties, avoid tariffs, and support its textile industry’s growth.
Youm-e-Badr: The Furqan of Our Times

The lessons of Youm-e-Badr as Youm-e-Furqan have never been more relevant today as 600M South Asian Muslims face instability and global sidelining.
Bangladesh’s Imports from SAARC Nations Exceed Exports by Over Five Times
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Bangladesh’s trade deficit with Saarc widens as imports far exceed exports; policymakers urged to boost regional trade balance.
Six Children Raped In Six Districts In Bangladesh
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At least seven people were jailed in Bangladesh for raping children in six districts, with one victim’s father dying in shock.
Bangladesh’s Yunus, UN Chief Scheduled To Visit Rohingya Camp
![UN Chief Guterres, Prof Yunus to visit Rohingya camp in Cox’s Bazar on March 14 as part of Ramadan solidarity tour. [Image via The Daily Star]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/compilation_ii_1.webp)
UN Chief Guterres, Prof Yunus to visit Rohingya camp in Cox’s Bazar on March 14 as part of Ramadan solidarity tour.
Pakistan Knocked Out of ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025 as Hosts
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Pakistan knocked out from ICC Champions Trophy 2025 after losses to New Zealand & India; final match vs Bangladesh on Feb 27.