The Bangladesh Frequency

On today’s episode of the Bangladesh Frequency Podcast, we begin with a major transformation project at Dhaka University, as the government launches a significant infrastructure overhaul aimed at modernizing the historic campus. In political developments, a rare agreement has emerged among parties to limit the prime minister’s term to 10 years and form an independent police commission. However, un...

On today’s episode of the Bangladesh Frequency Podcast, we cover a series of major developments from across the country. A tragic military jet crash in Dhaka has left the nation in mourning, as the aircraft struck a school, killing at least 34 people—mostly students—and injuring many more. The government has launched a full investigation while offering medical and logistical support to the victims...

On today’s episode of the Bangladesh Frequency Podcast, we cover the devastating military jet crash in Dhaka that struck a local school, resulting in a rising death toll—most of the victims being children. The nation is in mourning as families reel from the tragedy, with widespread grief and calls for accountability dominating the national discourse. Questions are being raised about the age and sa...

A shadow war turns red hot. In this episode of The Bangladesh Frequency , we unpack the explosive escalation between Israel and Iran. With surprise airstrikes, missile retaliation, and rising U.S. involvement, the region is closer than ever to a broader war. What triggered this shift? Who stands to lose — or gain? And how could this impact the rest of the world, including Bangladesh? Tune in as we...

Join us for an in-depth look at Bangladesh's significant strides towards national improvement in 2024 and 2025. Aspiring to achieve middle-income country status and enhance citizens' quality of life, the government has launched numerous projects across vital sectors. This episode delves into the comprehensive analysis of initiatives in agriculture, education, healthcare, infrastructure, te...

In this episode of The Bangladesh Frequency , we cover the major news from May 15th, 2025. Malaysia has agreed in principle to recruit a large number of Bangladeshi workers with promises of fair wages, safety, and welfare. However, concerns remain over syndication, corruption, and exploitation in the recruitment process. Expatriates’ Welfare Adviser Asif Nazrul, currently in Malaysia, met with aff...

This episode of The Bangladesh Frequency covers India's reaction to the ban on the Awami League, where New Delhi termed it a "concerning development" imposed "without the due process" and expressed concern at the curtailment of democratic freedom and shrinking political space in Bangladesh. India also strongly supports early free, fair and inclusive elections. We also delve...

In this episode of The Bangladesh Frequency , we dive into the escalating South Asian tensions as India and Pakistan edge closer to conflict with blasts in Jammu and Amritsar, military maneuvers, airspace restrictions, and Meghalaya’s border curfew with Bangladesh. On the home front, Bangladesh sees a political flashpoint as protests in Savar and Shahbagh call for a ban on the Awami League, with g...

Welcome back to The Bangladesh Frequency Podcast. Today, we're unpacking the key events shaping May 9th, 2025.