Wednesday, 26 Feb, 2025

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Govt denies link to July revolution declaration

The interim government has no connection to the "July Revolution Declaration" announced by the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement, according to Shafiqul Alam, Press Secretary to the Chief Adviser.  He clarified the matter at a press briefing at the Jamuna State

Legal notice seeks ban on non-essential Indian imports

A legal notice has been sent to the government, requesting a ban on all non-essential imports from India.  Supreme Court lawyer Md. Mahmudul Hasan issued the notice on Sunday (Decr 29). The notice highlights the principle of "comparative advantage," which many

ACC launches probe into third terminal’s alleged irregularities

The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has initiated an investigation against AKM Maksudul Islam, the project director of the Third Terminal Project at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, and others over allegations of embezzlement and irregularities.  ACC Director General Md.

RAB arrests fugitive in Mizanur murder case

Members of Rapid Action Battalion (RAB-12), has arrested a fugitive in Mizanur Rahman murder case in Bogura.  The arrestee was identified as Abdus Samad, 55. He is the son of the late Altab Ali Mondol from Dhepuya in Sherpur. Acting Company Commander of RAB-12 Bogura, Shamsul

Secretariat fire: Nahid Islam expects probe report by Monday

Adviser to the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Md. Nahid Islam, said that the preliminary investigation report on the Secretariat fire is expected by Monday (Dec 30).  He shared this update with reporters on Sunday (Decr 29), at around 1:45 PM in front of the

Journalists can enter secretariat with temporary pass

Nahid Islam, Adviser to the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting on Sunday (Dec 29) said journalists from tomorrow can enter secretariat with temporary pass. He mas the remark while talking to reporters the secretariat at 2 p.m. Earlier, on Friday, a press release signed by Md.

6 dead in head-on bus-auto collision in Sherpur

Six people were killed in a head-on collision between a bus and a CNG auto-rickshaw on the Sherpur-Dhaka highway in Vatshala Union around 11:30 am on Sunday (Dec 29). Sherpur Sadar police station Officer-in-Charge Zubaidul Alam confirmed the matter. Police said that five victims

Bus owner arrested over Dhaka-Mawa Expressway accident

Police have arrested Dablu Bepari, the owner of the bus involved in the fatal crash at Dhaleshwari Toll Plaza on the Dhaka-Mawa Expressway.  The Highway Police arrested him on Saturday night in Shibchar, Madaripur. Highway Police Additional DIG Dr AKM Akhtaruzzaman Bosunia

Met office forecasts dry weather across Bangladesh

The Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) has forecasted that the weather will remain mainly dry across the country for the next 24 hours, starting from this morning. According to the BMD's forecast, the sky will be temporarily partly cloudy, with the possibility of light to

Students to unveil July uprising proclamation on Dec 31

The Anti-Discrimination Student Movement and the National Citizens' Committee will present the "Proclamation of the July Uprising" at 3pm on December 31 at Shaheed Minar, calling for a state free from discrimination. The announcement was made through posts on the verified

Bus driver arrested over Dhaka-Mawa Expressway accident

RAB has arrested Mohammad Nuruddin, the driver of the bus involved in a deadly crash on the Dhaka-Mawa Expressway that killed six people, including four from the same family. The incident occurred on Friday (Dec 27) morning when the bus rammed into three parked vehicles at a toll plaza

Rizwana issues stern warning to forest grabbers

Environment, Forest, and Climate Change Adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan warned today (Dec 28) that strict actions would be taken against forest land grabbers and environmental violators.  No matter how influential the offenders are, the government will act against them, she said while

Met office predicts temperature drop over next five days

The weather is expected to remain dry with a partly cloudy sky across the country, with a chance of light rain or drizzle in a few areas of Rangpur division.  The met office has forecast a drop in both night and day temperatures over the next five days. Light to moderate fog is

Dhaka's air quality 2nd worst in the world this morning

Dhaka has ranked second among cities with the worst air quality, recording an Air Quality Index (AQI) score of 222 at 8:50am on Saturday (Dec 28).  This places the city in the "very unhealthy" category, posing significant health risks to residents. According to the

Journalists' access limited to Secretariat for safety reasons: CA press wing

The government has limited journalists' access to the secretariat after a fire broke out on Thursday, citing the need to ensure the "safety and security of the key point installation (KPI)," according to the chief adviser's press wing. The fire, which severely damaged

ISPR protests Anandabazar fake story

The Bangladesh military has criticised a special story from Anandabazar Patrika for making misleading and unsubstantiated claims about the interim government welcoming Pakistani infiltration to help destabilise India. The report published involving the Bangladesh Army was "Urdite

India unlikely to sacrifice Bangladesh ex-PM Sheikh Hasina

Bangladesh interim government's request to India to extradite former prime minister Sheikh Hasina faces multiple hurdles, including the bilateral extradition treaty. According to people in the know, India is unlikely to sacrifice one of its closest allies considering the

Sukharanjan Bali: Disappeared and tortured for telling the truth

Sukharanjan Bali, who was abducted from the main gate of the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) before he could appear before the tribunal and testify for the then crimes against humanity case accused Jamaat leader Delwar Hossain Sayedee, said he was pushed over the border and handed

CA condoles Manmohan Singh's death

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus describing former Indian Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh as a close friend expressed deep sorrow and heartfelt condolences on his demise. Muhammad Yunus expressed his condolences to the Prime Minister of India and the President of the Indian

Japan lowers travel alert for Bangladesh to level 1

Japan has downgraded its travel alert for Bangladesh from Level 2 to Level 1, signaling reduced travel risk for its citizens visiting the country. The Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced the change on Friday (Dec 27).  The Level 2 alert had been issued earlier in