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Allegations of Bangladeshis 'posing as gay' in fake asylum applications, 3 arrested in UK

UK immigration authorities have arrested three people, launching an operation against a suspected gang accused of helping Bangladeshis create fake asylum applications and presenting them as gay.

2 weeks ago 724 views

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Saudi Arabia eases process for bringing families of skilled workers

The country's government has eased the process of bringing families of skilled foreign workers to Saudi Arabia. From now on, applications for entry visas for family members can be made before the worker's work visa process is fully completed.

2 weeks ago 906 views

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More than 37,000 illegal immigrants arrested in Malaysia in 9 months

In Malaysia, 37,313 foreign nationals were arrested during operations in the first nine months of this year. During this time, in 10,374 operations, the documents of 137,603 people were verified.

2 weeks ago 839 views

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More than 12,000 expatriates deported from Saudi Arabia in one week, how many Bangladeshis?

In Saudi Arabia, 13,628 people were arrested in one week from September 17 to 23 on charges of violating residency, labor and border security laws. At the same time, 12,628 people were deported from the country.

3 weeks ago 849 views

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Under Tareq Rahman's leadership, power is now in the people's arena: Kader Gani Chowdhury

BFUJ Secretary General and BSS Managing Director Kader Gani Chowdhury has remarked that under the leadership of Prime Minister Tareq Rahman, power has now come to the people's arena.

3 weeks ago 789 views

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Special cell formed to settle expatriates' complaints quickly

With the aim of quickly and effectively resolving various problems and complaints of expatriate Bangladeshis living abroad, a 'Complaint Settlement and Resolution Cell' has been formed at the Ministry of Expatriates' Welfare and Overseas Employment.

1 month ago 979 views

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Tension in Jackson Heights over Prime Minister's visit to New York

Tension has arisen in Bangladeshi-dominated Jackson Heights over Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarek Rahman's visit to New York. On Sunday (September 20) night, alongside BNP leaders and activists' program to welcome the Prime Minister, Awami League leaders and activists also took a position in opposition to the visit.

1 month ago 877 views

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Citizens of 8 countries can travel to Germany without a visa

In the case of the 'Opportunity Card', which creates the opportunity to go to Germany and look for work, special visa-related benefits have been granted to citizens of eight countries. Citizens of these countries will not need to obtain a separate Opportunity Card visa before going to Germany. After entering the country, they have the opportunity to apply to the local immigration authority for a residence permit.

1 month ago 872 views

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Annual Results and Prize Distribution of Muslim Community Center Madrasa in Rome

The annual examination results and prize distribution ceremony of the students of the Muslim Community Center (MCC) Madrasa was held in Rome, the capital of Italy.

1 month ago 767 views

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NID services launching for expatriates in 41 countries

The service of providing voter registration and National Identity Cards (NID) to expatriates is being gradually expanded to 41 countries. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is working with the Election Commission in this initiative.

1 month ago 1,113 views

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Fraud in the name of sending workers to Malaysia, agency sealed

A recruiting agency in Naya Paltan in the capital has been sealed on charges of fraud in the name of sending workers before Malaysia's labor market formally opened. At the same time, a mobile court fined the establishment Tk 50,000.

1 month ago 1,065 views

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Malaysia denies report of hiring 200,000 Bangladeshi workers

Malaysia has denied reports that it will hire around 200,000 Bangladeshi workers over the next six months. The country's communications minister and government spokesperson, Fahmi Fadzil, gave this information at a press conference after the cabinet meeting on Wednesday.

1 month ago 1,098 views

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Over 54,000 expatriates received NID in 14 countries

In the voter registration and National Identity Card (NID) programme abroad, 54,477 expatriates from 14 countries have received NIDs. Of them, more than 28,000 smart cards have been printed and sent to the respective countries.

1 month ago 907 views

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Government's urgent warning for expatriates in Malaysia

Bangladesh High Commission has advised Bangladeshi expatriates living in Malaysia to be cautious in social media and online activities.

1 month ago 885 views

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Malaysia announces 8-step process for hiring foreign workers

Malaysia's Ministry of Human Resources has directed an eight-step process for recruiting foreign workers and joining work. The instruction is seen as a possible indication that Malaysia's labor market may reopen for Bangladesh and other countries.

2 months ago 1,818 views

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List of 25 recruiting agencies from Bangladesh to send workers to Malaysia

The foreign worker recruitment platform FWCMS has published a list of 25 recruiting agencies for recruiting workers from Bangladesh to Malaysia. The list was published on Friday (21 August) and contains the names of these agencies.

2 months ago 2,597 views

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Strict warning over visas for Bangladeshi students in the United States

The US Embassy in Dhaka has warned Bangladeshi students studying in the United States to comply with their visa conditions. It said student visas may be canceled if students drop out of studies, remain regularly absent from classes, or withdraw from their designated academic program without notifying their educational institution.

2 months ago 775 views

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Raju Alim and Alamgir in new leadership of Greater Pabna Association of USA

A new committee has been formed for the Greater Pabna Association of USA, the organization of Pabna residents living in the United States. A S M Raju Alim has been made president and Alamgir Hossain Bepari general secretary.

2 months ago 878 views

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Bangladeshi expatriates' gathering in Singapore, Chittagong's traditional Mezbani arranged

Singapore Bangladesh Society organized SBS Family Day and Singapore National Day 2026 with the participation of Bangladeshi expatriates. The day-long event aimed at family joy, harmony and mutual bonding, with Chittagong's traditional Mezbani as a special attraction.

2 months ago 829 views

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Saudi government brings big good news for Bangladeshi workers over Iqama

From now on, if the original employer or kafeel fails to renew the Iqama of Bangladeshi workers at their workplaces in Saudi Arabia for any reason, they will be able to renew the Iqama under any other employer or kafeel as quickly as possible. This was stated by the country's Deputy Minister of Human Resources, Muhannad bin Ahmed Al-Issa.

2 months ago 957 views

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Five European countries want to send Bangladeshi asylum seekers to Africa

Five European countries have taken the initiative to set up 'return hubs' in third countries outside the European Union (EU) for rejected asylum seekers. If the plan is implemented, citizens of Bangladesh and other countries whose asylum applications are finally rejected may be temporarily held in these centers before being sent back to their home countries.

3 months ago 819 views

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Bonny Amin calls for global resistance against Awami League

Despite being attacked in Rome, the capital of Italy, Australian-Bangladeshi content creator Bonny Amin has announced that he will not back down from his position. He has also called for building global resistance against the Awami League.

3 months ago 843 views

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Video of attack on content creator Boni Amin in Italy goes viral

A video of an attack on Australian-Bangladeshi content creator Boni Amin has spread on social media. After the video was released, netizens began widespread discussion and criticism of the incident.

3 months ago 852 views

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Challenges Bangladeshi students may face under the new US visa policy

The United States is a top destination for Bangladeshi students pursuing higher education. However, the new student visa policy announced by the Trump administration has created fresh concerns among international students. This policy, set to take effect from September, introduces significant changes to the duration of student visas, stay regulations, and the visa renewal process. The US Department of Homeland Security stated that these changes are being made to prevent visa misuse and strengthen national security.

3 months ago 777 views

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Relief for undocumented immigrants in Italy, Bangladeshis may also benefit

Italy's Constitutional Court has given an important ruling for undocumented immigrants living in the country. Under this new ruling, applications for the 2020 Emergenza (Sanatoria) program cannot be automatically rejected solely due to an administrative signal in the Schengen Information System (SIS) for illegal entry or visa expiry.

3 months ago 789 views

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Bangladesh tops list of migrants arriving in Italy by sea

From the beginning of this year to the first week of July, Bangladeshis are the most numerous among migrants arriving in Italy by sea. Somalia is in second place after Bangladesh. However, compared to the same period in the previous two years, the total number of migrants arriving in Italy by sea has significantly decreased.

3 months ago 951 views

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Severe heatwave in Europe kills 3,700 in three countries, experts blame climate change

At least 3,700 people have died in France, Belgium, and the Netherlands due to the severe heatwave sweeping across Europe in June. Authorities in the affected countries said this is an initial estimate; the death toll may rise further after final data is released.

3 months ago 798 views

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Germany gasping at temperatures nearing 40 degrees, 2019 record may be broken

Intense heatwave has disrupted normal life in Germany. In this predominantly cold country, temperatures have approached 40 degrees Celsius in various regions, and the country's weather department has warned that it could exceed 41 degrees in some places.

3 months ago 722 views

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Video spread on social media about the execution of two Bangladeshis is fake: Saudi authorities

Allegations of Bangladeshis 'posing as gay' in fake asylum applications, 3 arrested in UK

Saudi Arabia eases process for bringing families of skilled workers

More than 37,000 illegal immigrants arrested in Malaysia in 9 months

More than 12,000 expatriates deported from Saudi Arabia in one week, how many Bangladeshis?

Under Tareq Rahman's leadership, power is now in the people's arena: Kader Gani Chowdhury

Special cell formed to settle expatriates' complaints quickly

Tension in Jackson Heights over Prime Minister's visit to New York

Citizens of 8 countries can travel to Germany without a visa

Annual Results and Prize Distribution of Muslim Community Center Madrasa in Rome

NID services launching for expatriates in 41 countries

Fraud in the name of sending workers to Malaysia, agency sealed

Malaysia denies report of hiring 200,000 Bangladeshi workers

Over 54,000 expatriates received NID in 14 countries

Government's urgent warning for expatriates in Malaysia

Malaysia announces 8-step process for hiring foreign workers

List of 25 recruiting agencies from Bangladesh to send workers to Malaysia

Strict warning over visas for Bangladeshi students in the United States

Raju Alim and Alamgir in new leadership of Greater Pabna Association of USA

Bangladeshi expatriates' gathering in Singapore, Chittagong's traditional Mezbani arranged

Saudi government brings big good news for Bangladeshi workers over Iqama

Five European countries want to send Bangladeshi asylum seekers to Africa

Bonny Amin calls for global resistance against Awami League

Video of attack on content creator Boni Amin in Italy goes viral

Challenges Bangladeshi students may face under the new US visa policy

Relief for undocumented immigrants in Italy, Bangladeshis may also benefit

Bangladesh tops list of migrants arriving in Italy by sea

Severe heatwave in Europe kills 3,700 in three countries, experts blame climate change

Germany gasping at temperatures nearing 40 degrees, 2019 record may be broken

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