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Thousands gathered in Dhaka to honor Awami League veteran Tofail Ahmed, sparking speculation about the party's potential resurgence amidst a ban. This event, coupled with claims of minimal reforms by the interim government and its alignment with certain parties, suggests a possible return for the Awami League. Meanwhile, a minority minister resigned citing health issues.

Bangladesh's National Citizen Party spokesperson Asif Mahmud Shojib Bhuyain issued a stern warning to the ruling party, asserting their readiness for violence if provoked. Following an attack on a party leader, Bhuyain demanded arrests, threatening a generational battle if the government persists with aggression.

Bangladesh faces a severe measles crisis with hundreds of child deaths and thousands infected. The current government claims it inherited a complete lack of vaccines, blaming previous administrations for the outbreak due to halted immunization programs. Authorities are now racing to vaccinate, while the High Court considers barring officials from leaving the country amid investigations into vaccine shortages.

A deeply distressing event occurred on the Howrah-Barbil Janshatabdi Express when a 30-year-old woman allegedly threw her baby out of the train. Fellow travelers quickly acted to stop her from endangering her three-year-old son. The couple, who had recently run away together, was taken into custody by law enforcement, and the woman is presently undergoing medical evaluation.

If India and Bangladesh fail to revive momentum on Teesta, the dispute risks evolving into a far larger geopolitical contest — one which China would seek to exploit

Saif Ali Khan is drawn to the gripping crime-drama "Kartavya," where he plays a police officer navigating moral ambiguity and personal risks. He describes the film as a well-crafted, international-style narrative with compelling characters. Khan, who has a diverse filmography, emphasizes his instinctual approach to selecting roles, prioritizing strong scripts over spectacle. The film releases on Netflix on May 15.

Arvind Kejriwal urged India's Gen Z to demand accountability in the alleged NEET paper leak, citing their power to drive political change. He questioned the CBI's effectiveness in past leak investigations, claiming the current probe would yield no meaningful results. Kejriwal highlighted how repeated leaks since 2014 have impacted millions of students, with many occurring in BJP-governed states.

Urmila Matondkar shared delightful moments from a recent gathering with her esteemed friends from the film fraternity, including Shabana Azmi and Dia Mirza. The evening was a beautiful blend of poetry, shayari, and heartfelt conversations, creating a perfect Sunday. This reunion follows their previous joyous celebrations, highlighting the enduring bond among these talented women.

BJP's Bengal win strengthens PM Modi’s hand in dealing with Bangladesh and with both the great powers – China and the US. Pakistan, too, will be particularly unsettled

A BJP victory in Bengal could streamline India-Bangladesh ties, boosting cooperation on water, trade, and security. This alignment offers a chance to revive the stalled Teesta water-sharing deal, a crucial confidence-building measure.

This victory gives BJP more than a new state. It gives Modi an eastern anchor to complement his dominance across the Hindi heartland and the West.

A Bangladeshi MP warns of a potential Muslim refugee influx from India, citing regional conspiracies possibly linked to recent elections in Assam and West Bengal. He drew parallels to Rohingya arrivals and cited remarks about expelling illegal Bangladeshis. Concerns were also raised about ongoing border killings and potential "push-in" situations, suggesting an emerging crisis.