Bay of Bengal Unrest: Heavy Rains and Winds Expected
A deep depression over the northwest Bay of Bengal is currently impacting the coastal regions of Bangladesh and eastern India, bringing heavy rainfall, gusty winds, and the threat of tidal surges.
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A deep depression over the northwest Bay of Bengal is currently impacting the coastal regions of Bangladesh and eastern India, bringing heavy rainfall, gusty winds, and the threat of tidal surges.
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In the wake of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s resignation on August 5, 2024, Bangladesh has spiraled into an unprecedented wave of mob violence that has deeply destabilized the country’s social fabric and rule of law.
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