Evening news wrap: Sheikh Hasina sentenced to death by Bangladesh court; 45 Indian pilgrims die in Saudi Arabia bus tragedy & more

Former Bangladesh prime minister Sheikh Hasina was sentenced to death by the International Crimes Tribunal in Dhaka on Monday after being convicted of “crimes against humanity” linked to last year’s student-led protests that led to the collapse of her Awami League government.

In Saudi Arabia, tragedy struck when a bus carrying Umrah pilgrims from Hyderabad and other parts of Telangana caught fire near Medina, killing 45 people and leaving only one survivor.

Meanwhile, tensions within Lalu Yadav’s family deepened as three more sisters left their parents’ home, while Tej Pratap Yadav publicly backed Rohini and accused "betrayers of targeting" the family.


Here are the top 5 news stories:

'Crimes against humanity': Bangladesh's ousted PM Sheikh Hasina sentenced to death; key takeaways from verdict

Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina was on Monday sentenced to death by the International Crimes Tribunal in Dhaka, which found her guilty of “crimes against humanity” tied to last year’s student-led protests that toppled her Awami League government.

The court proceeded in her absence after the 78-year-old ignored directives to return from India for trial, where judges examined allegations that she ordered a deadly crackdown on the uprising that ultimately forced her from power.

Following the verdict, protest errupted outside the house of ousted PM Sheikh Hasina's father and Bangladesh's founder Sheikh Mujibur Rahman in the capital. Read full story.

Saudi bus accident: 45 Indian pilgrims confirmed dead; one survives

Forty-five Umrah pilgrims from Hyderabad and other parts of Telangana were confirmed dead in a devastating bus fire near Medina in Saudi Arabia, leaving only one survivor, Hyderabad Police Commissioner V.C. Sajjanar said on Monday.

The tragedy is among the worst overseas accidents involving pilgrims from the state in recent years. “The fire spread rapidly, leaving no time for most passengers to escape,” Sajjanar noted.

The Telangana government has announced an ex-gratia of Rs 5 lakh for the family of deceased. Read full story.

'Giving reviews to owners': KL Rahul reveals toughest part of IPL captaincy

Star Indian batter KL Rahul has opened up about the unique pressures of captaining in the Indian Premier League, describing the role as a demanding blend of on-field manager, strategist and team spokesperson — all while sustaining personal performance.

Rahul said the leadership burden in the IPL often exceeds that of international cricket, with fast-shifting team dynamics, intense expectations and high-stakes environments testing a captain’s composure. His reflections offer a rare look into the mental and tactical challenges behind one of cricket’s toughest jobs. Read full story.

Lalu pari-war: After Rohini, 3 more daughters walk out of Patna home

RJD patriarch Lalu Prasad’s family dispute escalated after daughter Rohini Acharya publicly accused her brother Tejashwi Yadav and his associates of “abusing” her and “throwing” her out of the house — an outburst that has now snowballed into a full-blown feud.

The turmoil signals deeper unease over Tejashwi’s recent decisions following the party’s dramatic collapse in the assembly polls. In a sign of widening rifts, three of Rohini’s sisters, Ragini, Chanda and Rajlakshmi, have since left their parents’ Patna residence, adding fuel to the political and familial storm. Read full story.

India-US trade deal soon? First tranche near closure! would be 'highly detailed and fully aligned with WTO'

India and the United States are inching closer to finalizing a long-pending trade deal, with both sides moving toward an agreement that tackles reciprocal tariffs and additional duties on oil.

Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal said on Monday that negotiations are in the final stages, with the package expected to address U.S. market access concerns as well as India’s 25% reciprocal tariffs and the extra 25% levy on oil. “We should get a closure soon,” he noted, adding that virtual discussions have been underway for several months. Read full story.

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