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The article focuses on the impact of Abu Sayed's death during a protest in Bangladesh, which galvanized national demonstrations and led to the resignation of former prime minister Sheikh Hasina. Topics include Sayed's role as a symbol of resistance against autocratic rule, the escalation of student protests, and the aftermath of his death influencing political change in the country.

The article focuses on Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich's efforts to reshape the West Bank through his influential role in government. Topics include Smotrich's long-standing push for annexation, his use of policy tools to implement changes in the occupied territory, and his recent success in creating municipal boundaries for new Jewish settlements.

Muhammad Yunus, the microcredit pioneer and Nobel Peace Prize winner, has become the leader of Bangladesh after the resignation of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. Yunus, who is known for his efforts to eradicate poverty, faces challenges as he transitions from development expert to statesman. He has acknowledged the perils ahead and has expressed his intention to be guided by the protest movement that led to his appointment. However, some worry about a potential military takeover if Yunus cannot restore law and order and run a functioning government. [Extracted from the article]

Muhammad Yunus, Nobel Peace laureate and microcredit pioneer, has agreed to lead the caretaker government in Bangladesh after being asked for help by student protesters who toppled the prime minister. The movement, which began in July over recruitment for government jobs, has resulted in weeks of violent upheaval and a crackdown by security forces. Yunus aims to help the students realize their vision of a more democratic Bangladesh and has appointed two student-protest leaders to his cabinet. The first priority for his government is to restore law and order, followed by overhauls such as ensuring freedom of speech. [Extracted from the article]

Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has resigned and fled the country following violent student protests and a government crackdown. Army Chief Gen. Waker-Uz-Zaman announced her resignation and stated that an interim government will be formed soon. Hasina, who has ruled the country for over 15 years, faced increasing calls to resign after her government attempted to suppress the demonstrations. The protests began over a quota system for government jobs that many saw as favoring Hasina's ruling party. The resignation has thrown Bangladesh into further disarray, with young people expressing frustration over inflation, high unemployment, and a lack of commitment to democracy. [Extracted from the article]

Dozens of people were killed in protests throughout Bangladesh as demonstrators called for the resignation of the prime minister. The opposition party claimed that at least 85 people, including police officers, were killed in the violence. The protests began last month when students demonstrated against a quota system for government jobs, which led to violent clashes resulting in approximately 200 deaths. The Supreme Court ruled that the quota should be reduced to 5%, with the majority of jobs being filled based on merit. The government has faced continued demonstrations demanding accountability for the violence, posing a significant threat to the prime minister's power. The government has banned the opposition party and its student wing, blaming them for the recent killings and terrorist activities. The opposition party has called the ban illegal and dictatorial, demanding the prime minister's resignation. The government has imposed a curfew and cut off mobile internet access. [Extracted from the article]

Young, highly educated individuals in India are struggling to find well-paying jobs, according to a report from Azim Premji University. While India is one of the fastest-growing major economies in the world, it is not creating enough jobs for the millions of young people entering the labor force each year. The unemployment rate for college graduates under the age of 25 in India is over 40%, compared to 11% for those who have completed primary school but not college. Recruiters also find that many college graduates are not equipped for the jobs they aspire to, as they often receive general degrees from for-profit colleges that do not prepare them for competitive sectors. The government's efforts to increase employment have not focused on industries that would generate significant job opportunities. Unemployment remains high even for graduates aged 25 to 29, indicating a persistent problem. Many young people are turning to government jobs, which offer job security and benefits, as private job opportunities are limited. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses a legal dispute in India over the origin of butter chicken, a popular Indian dish. Two rival restaurant chains, Moti Mahal Delux and Daryaganj, are fighting over who invented the dish. The grandsons of the original partners of Moti Mahal are involved in the dispute, with one claiming his grandfather invented butter chicken in the 1930s in Peshawar, while the other credits his own grandfather with the invention in 1947. The case has gained attention in India, with debates on social media and TV stations. Food experts say it is difficult to definitively determine the true origin of butter chicken. [Extracted from the article]

Indian and U.S. officials have responded differently to the recent U.S. allegation that an Indian official planned a murder-for-hire of a Sikh activist. While Canada faced backlash from India when it accused India of involvement in the killing of a Sikh activist on Canadian soil, the U.S. and India have signaled that the accusation will not derail their partnership. Both countries view each other as important allies in countering China's influence. The U.S. has urged India to investigate the alleged plot, and Indian officials have stated that they take the allegations seriously and have set up a committee to carry out an inquiry. [Extracted from the article]

Indian authorities have been criticized for using antiterrorism laws to investigate and silence dissenting voices. Journalists and individuals associated with the independent news website NewsClick have been subjected to searches, arrests, and interrogations. The investigation into NewsClick is seen as an attempt to stifle criticism of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government. Other media outlets, including the BBC, have also faced investigations by Indian tax authorities after publishing critical reports. Critics argue that these actions are part of a pattern of targeting dissenting voices and restricting freedom of speech and the press in India. [Extracted from the article]

Millet Is the World's Hot New Superfood. Photo: Pallava Bagla/Getty Images The institute is working with startups to innovate products such as millet pastas and millet tortillas, she said. Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and his wife sampled millet pasta, millet mango tart and millet fudge brownies during their stay at the Lalit hotel during the summit, said Ravi Kant, the hotel's executive chef. [Extracted from the article]

Two powerful earthquakes with magnitudes of 6.3 struck western Afghanistan near the city of Herat, resulting in the deaths of at least 2,445 people and injuring thousands more. The earthquakes destroyed over 1,300 homes and caused significant damage to villages in the affected area. Rescue efforts have been hampered by limited equipment, and the death toll is expected to rise. The Taliban has directed military and service organizations to provide assistance to those affected, and the World Health Organization has dispatched ambulances and medical supplies to the region. Afghanistan is prone to earthquakes due to its location on fault lines between the Arabia, Eurasia, and India plates. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords: wsjworld; photo-commission; leder; gfx-contrib; Asia Pacific; Asia; BRICS Countries; Delhi; Emerging Market Countries; Developing Economies EN wsjworld photo-commission leder gfx-contrib Asia Pacific Asia BRICS Countries Delhi Emerging Market Countries Developing Economies N.PAG N.PAG 1 08/22/23 20230819 NES 230819 Just 24% of women in India are working or looking for work Many countries have followed a similar economic trajectory: As they develop, women increasingly enter the workforce, further fueling the country's upward climb. JCB hired a psychologist to visit its factories in India, in part to counsel female employees on how to handle family pressure, Shetty said. Economists say compared with India, Bangladesh has looser labor laws that have allowed factories to expand quickly and doesn't have as many strong caste rules that encourage social conformity. [Extracted from the article]

On Wednesday, Mr. Adani's flagship company, Adani Enterprises, canceled a stock sale of up to $2.5 billion. Adani Exports changed its name to Adani Enterprises, which the company now considers an incubator of new business lines. As Mr. Adani's businesses grew, he spun them off into separately listed companies, including Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone, Adani Total Gas and Adani Transmission. [Extracted from the article]

There's a New Star in Town Called Tollywood South Indian fans go crazy for films in their own languages; "at any cost, I will go on that first day" Move Over, Bollywood. [Extracted from the article]