Vaccine shortages, porous borders and fleeing migrant workers have nearby countries fearing that they will share India’s fate.
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At Least 26 Killed in Bangladesh Speedboat Crash
An overcrowded speedboat collided with a sand-laden bulk carrier and sank in the Padma River, the police said.
Bangladesh Collision Between Cargo Ship and Ferry Leaves 27 Dead
The country has a grim history of deadly disasters on its heavily trafficked rivers.
Bangladesh and Parts of India Look to Lockdowns Amid Surges
Some countries in the densely populated region, home to one-quarter of the world’s population, are facing “a storm” of virus infections.
Modi’s Visit to Bangladesh Sets Off Violent Protests
At least four people were killed in clashes between the police and demonstrators, who have denounced Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina for inviting India’s leader.
Fire at Rohingya Camp in Bangladesh Leaves Thousands Homeless
The blaze at a refugee camp in Bangladesh left at least 15 people dead and hundreds missing. “This is the second time I lost everything in my life,” said one person whose home was destroyed.
Tashnuva Anan Shishir, Transgender News Presenter, Makes History in Bangladesh
Tashnuva Anan Shishir’s triumphant moment came after a long fight for equality that included harassment, bullying and suicide attempts.
Bangladeshi Writer, Detained Over Social Media Posts, Dies in Jail
The death of Mushtaq Ahmed has renewed alarm about the country’s use of a draconian digital security law to crack down on dissent.
Fire at Rohingya Camp in Bangladesh Leaves Hundreds Homeless
The blaze comes as officials in Bangladesh look for longer-term solutions for the refugees from Myanmar, who fled anti-Muslim violence.
Sesame Street Creates New Muppets for Rohingya Refugees
Noor and Aziz are Rohingya Muppets who will feature in educational programming that will be shown in refugee camps.