Dhaka: Dhaka is once again simmering with tension, a year after the dramatic ouster of former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. The capital has been rattled by crude bomb blasts and arson attacks in recent days, triggering fresh fears of political unrest.

Security has been tightened across the city as authorities brace for possible violence ahead of the International Crimes Tribunal’s verdict against Hasina, scheduled for November 17. The trial pertains to her alleged role in last year’s deadly protests that led to her downfall and exile to India. ADVERTISEMENT

The situation in Dhaka turned volatile this week after multiple explosions rocked key areas, including in front of the Grameen Bank headquarters run by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus. In all, blasts were reported from at l

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