Internet still down in Bangladesh despite apparent calm following deadly protests

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DHAKA, Bangladesh—Bangladesh remained without internet for a fifth day and the government declared a public holiday Monday, as authorities maintained tight control despite apparent calm following a court order that scaled back a controversial system for allocating government jobs that sparked violent protests.

Universities have been closed, the Internet has been shut off and the government has ordered people to stay at home.

Sarjis Alam, another coordinator of the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement, said that they would continue with their protests if all their demands weren’t met.“We cannot step back from our movement like a coward,” he added.

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Author / Journalist: Al Emrun Garjon & Julhas Alam | The Associated Press

Category: BusinessStartups

Markets: PhilippinesBangladesh

Topics: Protesters Internet Quota Student Jobs Percent Protests Bangladesh Government Movement System

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Published On: 2024-07-23 @ 12:08:16 (12 hours ago)

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