National,Security & Defence
Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed on Thursday said the government will appoint 10,000 more constables alongside 180 police sergeants in the vacant posts at the quickest possible time. “We will appoint 10,000 more constables quickly with approval of the Finance Ministry,” he said. ...
National,Politics,Law & Justice
The Ministry of Home Affairs has issued an office order reconstituting the District Law and Order Committee, aiming to reinforce coordination among administrative authorities, law enforcement agencies, and key stakeholders to ensure peace and stability at the district level.The order, issued on Thur...
National,Politics,Literature ,Fair & Festivals
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman emphasized considering whether the Amar Ekushey Book Fair can be organized as an international fair in future, saying it would contribute to introducing citizens to world literature and encouraging interest in learning and understanding multiple languages and cultures.&...
National,Literature ,Fair & Festivals
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman inaugurated the Amar Ekushey Book Fair 2026 at a function on Bangla Academy premises on Thursday.The premier declared the opening of the book fair at 3:12pm. Then along with his wife Dr Zubaida Rahman and daughter Barrister Zaima Rahman and other guests, he formally ina...
The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court (SC) on Thursday acquitted Khan Akram Hossain of Bagerhat, who had earlier been sentenced to imprisonment till natural death in a case over crimes against humanity committed during the 1971 War of Liberation. A five-judge Appellate Division bench headed by...
National,Politics
The newly appointed Inspector General of Police (IGP) Md Ali Hossain Fakir on Thursday paid solemn tribute to the martyred police personnel of the Liberation War by placing a wreath at the Police Memorial at Rajarbagh Police Lines.The homage was paid at 10:00 am at the historic Rajarbagh Police Line...
National,Bank & Insurance
Md Mostaqur Rahman FCMA on Thursday officially assumed his responsibilities as the Governor of Bangladesh Bank, marking the commencement of a four-year tenure at the helm of the country's monetary authority. Mostaqur Rahman, a seasoned professional with a distinguished background in finance...
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Thursday distributed “Ekushey Padak-2026” among nine individuals and one music band in recognition of their outstanding contributions to various fields.The premier handed over the Ekushey Padak, the second highest civilian award of the country, at a cerem...
A Dhaka court on Thursday ordered issuance of a Red Notice through Interpol to arrest Tulip Siddiq, niece of ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina, in a case filed over allegedly taking a flat illegally from a private developer in the capital's Gulshan-2 area. Dhaka Metropolitan Senior Specia...
National,Politics,Art& Culture,Education & Research
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman today said the current government will work to establish a liberal democratic state system with moral standards and dignity so that the country can move forward in all branches of knowledge and science, including education, literature, arts, science and technology."...
National,Diplomachy
Bangladesh High Commissioner to the United Kingdom Abida Islam has described the recent national parliamentary election as a defining milestone in the country's democratic journey, reaffirming the government's commitment to democracy, rule of law and human rights.Speaking at a panel discussi...
Describing the 2009 Pilkhana killings as a deliberate attempt to weaken the Bangladesh Army and destabilize the country, Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed assured the nation that justice would be ensured for one of the most heinous incidents in the world."I am assuring the nation and the martyrs&#...
National,Diplomachy,Religion
Bangladesh and Malaysia have agreed to strengthen cooperation in the field of religious affairs. Religious Affairs Minister Kazi Shah Mofazzal Hossain Kaikobad and Malaysian Religious Affairs Minister Dr Zulkifli Hasan agreed to this issue in a virtual meeting held on Tuesday, a handout said on...
National,Fair & Festivals
The Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) will enforce strict security measures at this year's Amar Ekushey Book Fair, ensuring a safe and peaceful environment for visitors, publishers, and authors.Speaking at a press briefing held at the fair premises in Suhrawardy Udyan on Tuesday, DMP Additional Co...
National,Politics,Election
Local Government, Rural Development and Cooperatives Minister Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir on Tuesday said the Jatiya Sangsad (JS) will decide whether local government elections, including city corporation polls, will be held with ‘party symbols’.He made the remarks responding to a ...
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman will inaugurate the distribution of the “Family Card” on March 10 on pilot basis with launching the programme in 14 upazilas across the country.Under the scheme, each selected family will receive Taka 2,500 per month as financial assistance.Social Welfare Mi...
National,Politics,Crime, Law and Order Situation
Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed has said the government has approved the withdrawal of 1,202 more politically motivated cases filed against opposition party leaders and activists during the 17-year rule of the fascist Awami League (AL).The decision came after a thorough review process to assess alleg...
National,Heritage & History
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman is expected to distribute the 'Ekushey Padak 2026' at a ceremony on Thursday. The award distribution ceremony will be held at Osmani Memorial Auditorium in the capital at 11 am on February 26, a handout said. The government has already announced the na...
National,Politics,Jatiya Sangsad
President Mohammad Shahabuddin on Monday summoned first session of the 13th Jatiya Sangsad on March 12.“The first session of the 13th Jatiya Sangsad will be held at 11am on March 12 at the Parliament Complex at Sher-e-Bangla Nagar Dhaka,” said an official release of the Jatiya Sangsad Se...
Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed on Monday said that he has instructed authorities concerned to take prompt and appropriate measures to end the sufferings of individuals who were irrationally accused in cases filed after the August 5, 2024.Speaking to reporters after attending a meeting with the chief...
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