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Bangladesh's Supreme Court Reduces Job Quotas Amid Violent Protests

Nationwide unrest over job quotas has led to deadly clashes, curfews, and an internet blackout.

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Overview

  • The Supreme Court reduced the veterans' quota in government jobs from 30% to 5%.
  • Student-led protests have escalated, resulting in over 100 deaths and widespread injuries.
  • Protesters demand accountability for violence and the resignation of key government officials.
  • The government has imposed a curfew and deployed the military to control the situation.
  • An internet shutdown has disrupted daily life and economic activities across the country.