Toppled Bangladesh leader Sheikh Hasina to speak today: What we can expect

Former Bangladeshi prime minister is likely to announce her return from exile in India despite facing the death penalty.

It said the government "once again specially requests all types of media in the country" (television, newspapers, online portals, and social media) to refrain from broadcasting any statements or press releases by Sheikh Hasina.

Dhaka has warned New Delhi that giving a political platform to Bangladesh's former leader could hurt the improving ties between the nations. Meanwhile, Assam is reeling from devastating floods. DW has more.

Bangladesh has asked India to clarify its stance on exiled former prime minister Sheikh Hasina’s planned virtual address from New Delhi, warning that allowing political activities by a fugitive could hurt ‌improving bilateral relations. The remarks were Bangladesh’s first official response to Hasina’s planned appearanc

Bangladesh seeks India's clarification on supporting Sheikh Hasina's upcoming virtual address. Dhaka wants assurances that Indian territory will not be used for political statements. The government fears such activities could destabilize Bangladesh and harm bilateral ties. India has previously indicated it does not

Dhaka expects India to ensure that no one used “Indian territory to make political statements or conduct any activities aimed at creating instability within Bangladesh”, a report from Bangladesh’s official news agency said

A 78-year-old Sheikh Hasina is set to address the virtual news conference at the Foreign Correspondents’ Club in the evening on August 5, event organisers said.