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Muslim Man Lynched in UP, Mosque Attacked in Maharashtra
Reports suggest that the victim was brutally assaulted, highlighting the deep-seated intolerance that has increasingly manifested in violent ways.
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UN considering humanitarian channel from Bangladesh to Myanmar
Speaking at a press briefing, Guterres emphasized the urgent need for enhanced humanitarian assistance within Myanmar to create conditions conducive to the safe and voluntary repatriation of the refugees.
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Misinformation Fuels Anti-Myanmar Migrant Sentiment in Thailand
False claims that Myanmar migrant workers are demanding a daily minimum wage of 700 baht ($21) – nearly double the Thai minimum wage – have spread rapidly on social media, triggering backlash and reinforcing nationalist ideologies.
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Necessary dialogue must take place with Arakan Army: Guterres
During his visit to Rohingya refugee camps in Cox’s Bazar, Guterres expressed deep concern over drastic aid cuts by major donors, including the United States and European nations.
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Rohingyas want to return to Myanmar: UN chief
Guterres pledges to work with the international community for easing the plights of the Rohingyas
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Chief Advisor Yunus Calls for Swift Repatriation of Rohingya Refugees
Currently, over a million Rohingya refugees reside in camps, with repatriation efforts ongoing for several years.
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Guterres, Yunus Visit Cox’s Bazar, Reaffirm Support for Rohingya Crisis Resolution
The delegation’s visit comes at a time when the Rohingya issue has reached a critical juncture, with more than a million refugees in overcrowded camps facing worsening humanitarian conditions and an uncertain future.
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UN migration agency Partially Reinstates Rohingya Aid in Indonesia
IOM chief Jeff Labovitz confirmed on Wednesday that there would be no further planned reductions in aid for Rohingya refugees in the city of Pekanbaru, located on the western island of Sumatra.
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Nearly 50 Junta Troops Killed as Resistance Forces Intensify Attacks in Natogyi
The resistance forces launched their assault early Sunday on an estimated 200 regime soldiers led by military strategist Zeyar Aung, according to The Irrawaddy.
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Gambia seeks Bangladesh support in pursuing genocide case against Myanmar
Professor Yunus expressed gratitude to Gambia for its persistent efforts in holding Myanmar accountable and ensuring justice for the much-persecuted Rohingya community.
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Myanmar's Junta Pushes Forward with Farcical Elections, Growing Repression
The junta’s planned elections are widely seen as a way to solidify its control over the country, despite the growing resistance from ethnic armed groups and pro-democracy forces.
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UNICEF Raises Alarm Over 27% Surge in Malnutrition Among Rohingya Children, additionally Uncertain Food Aid
“The crisis is worsening, with January 2025 witnessing a 25% rise in severe malnutrition cases year-on-year (from 819 to 1,021 cases), followed by a 27% increase in February (from 836 to 1,062 cases),” UNICEF said.
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Govt Commits to Safeguarding CHT People's Voting Rights: Bangladesh Envoy in Geneva
Dr. Asif Nazrul, a legal expert, addressed the session and focused on two key issues: political violence against individuals linked to the Awami League’s past regime and electoral rights in the Chittagong Hill Tracts.
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Arakan’s Education Crisis: Thousands of Students Deprived of Matriculation Exam under Junta’s Control
With the education sector in turmoil, only students from urban areas and nearby villages have been able to attend school in Sittwe and Kyaukphyu during the 2024-2025 academic year.
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UN Chief Guterres & Yunus to Visit Rohingya Camps: Key Step for Repatriation & Development
In a recent letter to Prof Yunus, Guterres highlighted the urgency of an upcoming high-level conference focused on Rohingya Muslims and other minority groups in Myanmar.
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Brutal Police identity Crackdown on Rohingya Refugees in Delhi Sparks Outrage and Fear
Eyewitnesses and victims recounted how police personnel intimidated refugees into compliance, forcing them to sign documents in languages they did not understand.
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Yunus eyes on Indo-Pacific balance with Strategic Visits to China, Thailand, and Japan
Following his engagements in China, Yunus will head to Thailand for the 6th BIMSTEC Summit in Bangkok on April 4, where Bangladesh is set to assume chairmanship of the regional organization.
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Arakan Rohingya Army Vice Commander arrested Amid Escalating Violence
The operation, conducted on (March 8) also led to the capture of two of his associates, including Mohammad Salaam and a relative of ARA’s chief commander, Nobi Hussein.
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Crime Surges as Rohingya Face Starvation Amid Food Aid Cuts
The Refugee Relief and Repatriation Commission warns that the more than 50% cut in food aid is driving refugees into extreme hunger, leading to theft, robbery, and other crimes within and around the camps.
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Rohingyas: A Shared Legacy of the Indian Subcontinent and the Call for Regional Responsibility
Taking advantage of the migration of this small number of Bengalis, the Myanmar government has propagated the claim that the entire Rohingya community is Bengali or Bangladeshi.