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Sheikh Hasina
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- Born 28 September 1947
- Age 77
- Birth Place Tungipara, East Bengal Dominion Of Pakistan
- Profession Politician, Writer
- Political Party Awami League
- In Office 10th Prime Minister Of Bangladesh 6 January 2009 - 5 August 2024, 8th Leader Of The House 6 January 2009 - 5 August 2024, Member Of Parliament 12 June 1996 - 6 August 2024, 2nd Leader Of The Opposition 10 October 2001 - 29 October 2006
- Residence Sudha Sadan (demolished)
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Sheikh Hasina BIOGRAPHY
Last Updated : 09 Feb 2025
As of August 5, 2024, Sheikh Hasina, the Prime Minister of Bangladesh, fled the country amid escalating political tensions and civil unrest. Sheikh Hasina, born on September 28, 1947, in Tungipara, has been a central figure in Bangladeshi politics for decades. She is the daughter of Sheikh Mujibur R...
Sheikh Hasina PERSONAL LIFE
| Father | Sheikh Mujibur Rahman |
| Mother | Sheikh Fazilatunnesa Mujib |
| Spouse | M. A. Wazed Miah (1968; died 2009), |
| Children | Sajeeb, Saima |
| Education | Eden Mohila College, University of Dhaka |
POSITIONS HELD BY Sheikh Hasina
| Position | Tenure |
|---|---|
| president | 1981 - Present |
| Member of the Parliament of Bangladesh | 10 July 1986 - 6 December 1987 |
| Leader of the Opposition | 10 July 1986 - 6 December 1987 |
| Member of the Parliament of Bangladesh | 5 March 1991 - 24 November 1995 |
| Leader of the Opposition | 5 March 1991 - 24 November 1995 |
SHEIKH HASINA NEWS
Awami League’s ban in Bangladesh represents the interim government’s authoritarian excess
May 16, 2025 6:05 pm
While Sheikh Hasina’s regime undeniably stifled democracy, the solution cannot be a scorched-earth policy that excludes the largest political party from the equation
Awami League ban: An inflexion point in Bangladesh’s politics
May 15, 2025 6:32 pm
With the exception of India, the ban has elicited no response from external powers. Muhammad Yunus seems to be enjoying support domestically and internationally
‘Shrinking political space’: New Delhi raises concern over Sheikh Hasina’s party ban
May 14, 2025 5:38 am
The move comes after the interim government led by Muhammad Yunus banned all activities of Awami League under the Anti-Terrorism Act after days of protests.
Bangladesh Election Commission suspends registration of ousted PM Sheikh Hasina's Awami League
May 13, 2025 8:36 am
The move by the election commission comes after the country’s interim government, led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus, banned all activities of the Awami League.
Bangladesh bans Sheikh Hasina's Awami League under anti-terrorism law
May 11, 2025 12:33 am
The decision follows days of mass protests and blockades in Dhaka by activists of the newly-formed National Citizen Party (NCP), a student-led outfit that emerged from last year’s uprising which toppled Sheikh Hasina’s 16-year rule.
Dhaka must heed India’s call on minorities
April 22, 2025 7:02 am
India should remain resolute in its demand for protection of minorities in Bangladesh, while keeping door open for talks on other issues
India should reconsider its decision to shelter Sheikh Hasina
April 16, 2025 3:52 pm
From India’s perspective, the evolving China-Pakistan security nexus already constitutes a formidable strategic challenge. Should Bangladesh choose to align itself with this axis, it would represent an unprecedented escalation of regional threats to India.
Bangladesh court issues fresh arrest warrant against Hasina, her son on graft charges
April 15, 2025 6:12 pm
The court ordered police to submit a report on April 29 if the now self-exiled ex-premier and other accused were arrested.
Bangladesh court issues new arrest warrant against ousted PM Sheikh Hasina in graft case
April 10, 2025 8:22 pm
The Awami League government, led by Hasina for 16 years, was overthrown in August last year following a student-led uprising.
‘Yunus army on killing spree’: Sheikh Hasina's blistering attack on Bangladesh's interim leader
April 09, 2025 6:24 am
Sheikh Hasina said Md Yunus, a Nobel Laureate and former microfinance pioneer, had unleashed “a killing spree” targeting members of the Awami League and ordinary citizens.
