Evening News Wrap: Sheikh Hasina Sentenced to Death; 45 Indian Pilgrims Killed in Saudi Bus Tragedy, and More
Sheikh Hasina sentenced to death by a Bangladesh court, 45 Indian Umrah pilgrims killed in a Saudi bus fire, KL Rahul opens up on IPL captaincy, Lalu Yadav family feud deepens, and India–US trade deal nears completion. Here are the top stories of the day.
Former Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina was sentenced to death by a Dhaka tribunal as India mourned the loss of 45 pilgrims in a Saudi bus fire, marking a day of major global and national developments.
The International Crimes Tribunal in Dhaka found former Bangladesh prime minister Sheikh Hasina guilty of “crimes against humanity” e.t.c. in connection with last year's protests led by students which resulted in the downfall of his Awami League government and sentenced her to death on Monday.
In Saudi Arabia, a huge disaster occurred when a bus full of Umrah pilgrims from Hyderabad and other areas of Telangana caught fire near Medina, leading to 45 road deaths and only one person surviving.
At the same time, political tensions grew in the family of Lalu Prasad Yadav, as three more daughters moved out of their parents' house during the period of their public disagreements getting more and more pronounced.
The following are the most significant news stories of the day:
1. Sheikh Hasina Sentenced to Death for ‘Crimes Against Humanity’
Bangladesh’s ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina, 78, was sentenced to death by a Dhaka tribunal after being convicted of ordering a violent crackdown on last year’s student uprising.
The verdict was delivered in her absence, as she had refused court directives to return from India.
Soon after the ruling, protests broke out outside the residence of her father, Bangladesh’s founder Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.
2. Saudi Bus Fire: 45 Indian Pilgrims Confirmed Dead
Forty-five Umrah pilgrims from Telangana lost their lives when their bus caught fire near Medina, Saudi Arabia. Only one person survived the incident.
Hyderabad Police Commissioner V.C. Sajjanar said the fire spread rapidly, giving passengers no chance to escape.
The Telangana government has announced ₹5 lakh ex-gratia for the families of the deceased.
3. KL Rahul Reveals Toughest Part of IPL Captaincy
Indian cricketer KL Rahul shared insights into the pressures of leading an IPL team, calling captaincy one of the sport’s toughest responsibilities.
He compared IPL leadership to managing a high-speed, high-stakes environment requiring tactical precision, communication skills, and consistent personal performance.
4. Lalu Family Rift Deepens as Three More Daughters Leave Home
The feud within the Lalu Prasad Yadav family intensified after Rohini Acharya accused her brother Tejashwi Yadav of mistreatment.
Following her allegations, three of her sisters — Ragini, Chanda, and Rajlakshmi — also left the family home in Patna, signaling deeper tensions after the RJD’s recent political setbacks.
5. India–US Trade Deal Nears Completion
India and the United States are close to finalizing a long-delayed trade agreement that aims to resolve tariff-related issues, including reciprocal duties and additional levies on oil.
Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal confirmed that talks are in the final phase, with virtual negotiations ongoing for several months.
