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Eminent journalist, freedom fighter Badiul Alam passes away

More News —29 September, 2024 17:18

Noted journalist and Freedom Fighter Badiul Alam passed away at his Moghbazar residence here this noon at the age of 77.  Alam breathed his last at…

Eminent journalist, freedom fighter Badiul Alam passes away

NHRC for electoral system reform focusing human rights

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has underscored…

NHRC for electoral system reform focusing human rights
China keen to invest in Bangladesh’s solar panels, deepen ties

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi today said his country wants…

China keen to invest in Bangladesh’s solar panels, deepen ties

Biden welcomes further US-Bangladesh engagement: White House

Biden welcomes further US-Bangladesh engagement: White House

US President Joseph R Biden and Bangladesh Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus have affirmed the close partnership between Washington and Dhaka, which is rooted in shared democratic…

CA meets Italian, Pakistani premiers on UNGA sidelines

CA meets Italian, Pakistani premiers on UNGA sidelines

Bangladesh Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus had a bilateral meeting with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA)…

HC issues rule on posthumous honorific for those who sacrificed lives

HC issues rule on posthumous honorific for those who sacrificed lives

The High Court on Tuesday issued a rule asking the government to explain as to why the deceased, killed during the anti-discrimination student movement from July 16 to August 5, should…

Allegation of taking Tk 3cr for a DC post: probe body formed

Allegation of taking Tk 3cr for a DC post: probe body formed

The government has formed a two-member committee to look into the allegation brought against two secretaries of the Public Administration Ministry of taking a cash cheque worth Tk…

One arrested over attacking ex-US ambassador Bernicat's motorcade

One arrested over attacking ex-US ambassador Bernicat's motorcade

Police have arrested one charge-sheeted accused in the case filed over attacking former US Ambassador to Bangladesh Marcia Bernicat's motorcade in the capital's Mohammadpur area in 2018. A team of the Detective Branch (DB) of police arrested Siam Hasan, 26, conducting a drive at a house at Tajmohol Road under Mohammadpur Police Station at 11:30 pm on Monday, according to a SMS of the DB media and public relations wing.

Army officer stabbed to death in Cox's Bazar’s operation

Army officer stabbed to death in Cox's Bazar’s operation

An army officer was killed by miscreants during a joint forces operation in the Dulahazara area of Chakaria upazila, Cox’s Bazar.  The deceased Lieutenant Tanjim Sarwar…

Concerns raised over attacks on Bengali settlers in CHT

Concerns raised over attacks on Bengali settlers in CHT

Students and residents of the Chittagong Hill Tracts have demanded an impartial investigation and justice following recent attacks and casualties involving both indigenous people and…

Mild heat wave likely to abate in parts of country

Mild heat wave likely to abate in parts of country

Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) predicted that the ongoing mild heat wave sweeping over three northern divisions and nine districts of the country including the capital…

DU students return to classes after over 3 months

DU students return to classes after over 3 months

Classes and academic activities at Dhaka University (DU) resumed today after nearly three-and-a-half months due to unrest centering student-led movement.  Classes started…

22-day ban on Hilsa fishing to begin from Oct 13

22-day ban on Hilsa fishing to begin from Oct 13

The government is going to impose a 22-day ban on Hilsa fishing from October 13.  Hilsa catching, selling and transportation will remain prohibited during the period to ensure…

Four die as lightning strikes in Sylhet

Four die as lightning strikes in Sylhet

Four people died due to lightning during a sudden storm on Saturday in Sylhet. The region has been experiencing extreme heat for several days, leaving residents weary and desperate…

‘No initiative ever taken by CRI to influence journalists; fake doc posted on social media to harass them further’: Joy

‘No initiative ever taken by CRI to influence journalists; fake doc posted on social media to harass them further’: Joy

Sajeeb Wazed Joy, son of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, on Saturday said no initiative was ever taken by CRI to influence any journalist or media personality.  "Strictly…

Govt determined to take actions over conflict in Baitul Mukarram

Govt determined to take actions over conflict in Baitul Mukarram

The Religious Affairs Ministry has said the government is determined to take legal actions against the culprits who are involved in the clash and vandalism inside  Baitul Mukarram…

Over 50 hurt as clash breaks out at Baitul Mukarram National Mosque

Over 50 hurt as clash breaks out at Baitul Mukarram National Mosque

More than fifty people were injured as clashes broke out at the Baitul Mukarram National Mosque between followers of present Khatib Waliur Rahman and former khatib Ruhul Amin before…