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Bangladesh greeted on election as president of UNESCO’s General Conference

The United Nations has congratulated Bangladesh on its election as president of the 43rd UNESCO General Conference.This milestone underscores Bangladesh’s growing leadership in the fields of education, culture, the sciences (both natural and social), communication, and information on the globa...

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CPD calls for scrapping ‘Upper House’ plan, warns of deeper parliamentary chaos

The Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD) on Thursday recommended scrapping the proposed plan to introduce an Upper House in the next (13th) national parliament, saying the move will not bring any effective change but rather add further complexity to Bangladesh’s parliamentary system.The observatio...

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Jamaat wants referendum in Nov before national election

Jamaat-e-Islami Nayeb-e-Ameer Dr Syed Abdullah Mohammad Taher on Wednesday said his party wants the referendum on the July National Charter 2025 to be held in November 2025 before the next national election.“The referendum on the July Charter should be held before the national election that me...

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Rizwana dismisses ‘safe exit’ speculations, vows lifelong commitment to Bangladesh

Environment Adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan has firmly dismissed speculations that she or other government advisers are seeking a ‘safe exit’ from Bangladesh, saying she plans to spend the rest of her life in the country.“I am not looking for a safe exit. I will spend the rest of my li...

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BB, IMF logos misused in fake loan scams; people warned

Bangladesh Bank (BB) has issued a stern warning about a fraudulent syndicate attempting to deceive the public by offering fake loans through websites, social media platforms and mobile applications.The scammers are reportedly misusing the names and logos of the central bank and the International Mon...

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Adviser stuck in Dhaka-Sylhet highway gridlock, rides motorcycle to reach destination

Road Transport and Bridges Ministry Adviser Fouzul Kabir Khan on Wednesday experienced severe traffic congestion on the Dhaka-Sylhet highway while on his way to inspect the road’s poor condition and ongoing gridlock situation.The adviser was scheduled to visit Sarail Bishwa Road intersection i...

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Bangladesh stocks extend losses for third day amid low turnover

Bangladesh’s stock market continued its losing streak for the third consecutive session on Tuesday, as most issues on both the Dhaka and Chattogram bourses ended lower amid reduced turnover.At the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE), the benchmark index DSEX lost 39 points to close lower, while the Sha...

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‘I have been kidnapped by Israeli forces,’ says Shahidul Alam

Renowned Bangladeshi photographer and writer Shahidul Alam has claimed that he has been ‘kidnapped by the Occupation Forces of Israel’ while travelling by sea in their flotilla heading towards Gaza.In a video message circulating on social media, Shahidul said, “I am Shahidul Alam, ...

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7 Chhatra League men among 11 held in Dhaka

Detectives have detained 11 people, including seven leaders and activists of the banned Bangladesh Chhatra League, the student wing of the deposed Awami League, during an overnight operation in the capital.Deputy Commissioner of DMP’s Media and Public Relations Division Muhammad Talebur Rahman...

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EU to send observers for Bangladesh’s upcoming polls: Khosru

he European Union (EU) has decided to send election observers to Bangladesh for the upcoming national election, BNP Standing Committee member Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury said on Sunday.“The EU has decided to send observers following requests from the government and the Election Commission. Th...

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BCB plans to launch a cricket program for madrasah students

Aminul Islam, the newly elected president of the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB), said they are planning to bring cricket to the hundreds of thousands of madrasa students. There was no such organised plan to do so in the past. If it takes shape, it will be a first in the board’s history an...

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Warrants issued for arrest of Hasina, 29 others in 2 enforced disappearance cases

The International Crimes Tribunal on Wednesday issued warrants for the arrest of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, her security adviser Major General (retd) Tarique Ahmed Siddique and 28 others in two separate cases filed over of enforced disappearances during the Awami League government’s ...

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Fakhrul urges govt to ensure Shahidul Alam’s safe return

BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir on Wednesday urged the government to take immediate steps to ensure the safe return of Bangladeshi photographer and writer Shahidul Alam, who has reportedly been intercepted and detained by Israeli forces.“Free Shahidul Alam,” Fakhrul wro...

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Press Secretary demands release of Shahidul Alam, others

Chief Adviser’s Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam on Wednesday demanded immediate release of Shahidul Alam, a world-renowned photographer and human rights activist and all others from the flotilla."Shahidul stands as a shining embodiment of the unyielding spirit of Bangladesh. May Allah prote...

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ICT-1 issues warrants for arrest of ex-BGB official, 3 others

The International Crimes Tribunal-1 on Wednesday issued warrants for the arrest of four people including former member of Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) Lieutenant Colonel Redwanul Islam in connection with the killing of 28 people in Rampura are during July Movement.The three-member tribunal led by C...

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DU female student tortured in hostel, manager held

A female student of Dhaka University was allegedly tortured by the manager of a private hostel in Tejgaon area in the capital on Tuesday night.Officer in charge of Sher- e- Banglanagar police station Imamul Hoque said a case was filed against hostel manager Razia Begum by the victim with the police ...

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Bangladesh’s capital market shrinks by nearly half in 15 years: BSEC Commissioner

Bangladesh’s capital market has contracted by about 48 percent over the past 15 years due to persistent irregularities and poor coordination among key institutions, said Commissioner of the Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (BSEC) Md Saifuddin on Wednesday.Speaking at a seminar tit...

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All stakeholders must work together for free, fair election: Home Adviser

Home Affairs Adviser Lt Gen (retd) Jahangir Alam on Wednesday said that citizens play the most crucial role in ensuring a free, fair and peaceful national election, urging all stakeholders to act responsibly in the run-up to the polls.Talking to reporters after handing over 20 pickup vans to various...

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Govt to modernise tax system, prioritise refunds for compliant taxpayers: NBR chairman

National Board of Revenue (NBR) Chairman Md Abdur Rahman on Wednesday said the government is working to make the country’s tax system more transparent, technology-driven and business-friendly, with a special focus on enabling tax refunds for compliant taxpayers.“Last year, I apologised t...

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July Charter to be signed by October 16: Ali Riaz

National Consensus Commission (NCC) Vice Chair Prof Ali Riaz said on Wednesday that the Commission will submit its final recommendations to the government by October 10, with the goal of enabling political parties to sign the July National Charter 2025 by October 16.“The Commission will hand o...