US firms maintain long-term bet on Bangladesh: Keshap

IANS | December 23, 2025 10:08 AM

Washington, Dec 23 (IANS) American companies operating in Bangladesh continue to take a long-term view of the country’s economic prospects, even as it approaches national elections, Atul Keshap said in his capacity as President of the US-Bangladesh Business Council.

Defence, AI to shape next phase of India-US ties: Expert

Lalit K Jha | December 23, 2025 6:38 AM

Washington, Dec 23 (IANS) Defence cooperation, artificial intelligence and emerging technologies are likely to anchor the next phase of India-United States engagement as the two sides seek to sustain momentum in strategic sectors despite unresolved political and trade challenges, a senior India-US policy expert said.

B’desh polls will be held on time: Muhammad Yunus tells US Special Envoy

IANS | December 22, 2025 11:14 PM

Dhaka, Dec 22 (IANS) Chief Adviser of the government of Bangladesh, Professor Muhammad Yunus, on Monday reaffirmed his commitment to holding the country’s general elections on February 12, stressing that the Interim government is fully prepared to ensure a free, fair, and peaceful vote.

US lawmakers raise alarm over Bangladesh violence

IANS | December 22, 2025 9:53 PM

Washington, Dec 22, (IANS) Strongly condemning recent killings, attacks on media institutions, and a rise in assaults against Hindu and other minority communities, two influential US lawmakers on Monday expressed grave concern over escalating violence and unrest in Bangladesh.

'Constitution put in freezer by Yunus regime in Bangladesh'

IANS | December 22, 2025 5:38 PM

New Delhi, Dec 22 (IANS) Former Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh Pinak Ranjan Chakravarty on Monday stated that India has consistently expressed its stance on the political situation in Bangladesh, stressing the need to hold free, fair, inclusive and credible elections and transfer power to the winning party.