3 Things Bangladesh unrest, medical colleges row, and former cop targeted in scam
Dec 23, 2025
Shubhajit Roy, Diplomatic Affairs Editor at The Indian Express, sheds light on the recent upheaval in Bangladesh following the assassination of a protest leader, leading to rising anti-India sentiment and visa suspensions. He discusses the implications for upcoming elections and the violence against media outlets. Nikhila Henry, a reporter focused on education policy, dives into the controversy surrounding new medical colleges in Andhra Pradesh and the government's PPP arrangement, exploring its potential effects on public education. They also cover a shocking case of a former cop's suicide attempt linked to a massive online scam.
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Assassination Triggers Renewed Turmoil
- Sharif Osman Hadi's assassination reignited large-scale unrest and political volatility in Bangladesh.
- The killing intensified anti-India sentiment because police alleged the suspects fled across the border to India.
Protests Target India And Media
- Street anger targeted Indian diplomatic missions after claims the assailants fled to India, increasing bilateral tensions.
- Protesters also attacked major newspapers seen as part of the 'old establishment' and pro-India in perception.
Trusted Papers Caught In Mob's Crossfire
- The Daily Star and Prothom Alo were attacked as protesters equated them with the old elite and Hasina's era.
- The mob's perception overrode the newspapers' record of criticizing Hasina's government.