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US panel calls for sanctions on India’s spy agency RAW

News —26 March, 2025 20:02

Minorities in India face deteriorating treatment, the US Commission on International Religious Freedom said on Tuesday, and it recommended targeted sanctions…

US panel calls for sanctions on India’s spy agency RAW

CA vows to hold most free, fair polls in Bangladesh's history

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus today said the interim…

CA vows to hold most free, fair polls in Bangladesh's history
Ziaur Rahman proclaimed independence in 1971: historical record

Historical records testify that Major Ziaur Rahman had declared…

Ziaur Rahman proclaimed independence in 1971: historical record

CA leaves for China tomorrow, meets President Xi Mar 28

CA leaves for China tomorrow, meets President Xi Mar 28

Chief adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus will leave here for China tomorrow on a four-day official visit. "A special flight carrying the Chief Adviser and entourage will depart Hazrat…

Two advisers oppose proposal to ban AL

Two advisers oppose proposal to ban AL

The interim government’s reluctance to outlaw the Awami League (AL) over alleged genocide charges has drawn sharp criticism from politicians and civil society members, who see…

New conspiracy going on to destabilize Bangladesh: Mirza Fakhrul

New conspiracy going on to destabilize Bangladesh: Mirza Fakhrul

BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir today said a new plot is being hatched to destabilize Bangladesh again and plunge it into danger.   “All the institutions…

Steps taken to declare Sandwip as seaport: CA

Steps taken to declare Sandwip as seaport: CA

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus today said initiatives have been taken to declare Sandwip as a seaport and open Kumira-Guptachara ghat.  “Initiatives have been taken…

Dhaka for innovative solution for Rohingya crisis

Dhaka for innovative solution for Rohingya crisis

Foreign Secretary Md Jashim Uddin today expressed hope that the upcoming High-Level Conference under the aegis of the UN, to be held in New York, would offer innovative solutions over…

Tarique urges political parties to prioritise public issues alongside reforms

Tarique urges political parties to prioritise public issues alongside reforms

Stating that people are the real capital of politicians, BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman on Sunday urged political parties to focus on public issues and demands alongside state…

Prof Yunus' China visit set for success, key announcements expected

Prof Yunus' China visit set for success, key announcements expected

Chinese Ambassador to Bangladesh Yao Wen on Sunday said Chief Adviser Prof Mohammad Yunus’ visit to China would be "very successful, productive and a milestone visit" with some…

Payra Port nothing but a 'poisonous boil' for economy: Adviser Wahiduddin

Payra Port nothing but a 'poisonous boil' for economy: Adviser Wahiduddin

Planning Adviser Dr Wahiduddin Mahmud on Sunday criticised the Payra Sea Port project as a ‘poisonous boil for the country’s economy,’ lamenting that no one had highlighted…

Israeli air strike kills top Hamas official in Gaza

Israeli air strike kills top Hamas official in Gaza

An Israeli air strike on the southern city of Khan Younis in Gaza has killed top Hamas political leader Salah al-Bardaweel, a Hamas official has told the BBC. Locals say the air strike…

ICT gets probe report in Ashulia body burning case: chief prosecutor

ICT gets probe report in Ashulia body burning case: chief prosecutor

Chief Prosecutor of the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) Mohammad Tajul Islam today said they have received an investigation report in the case filed allegedly for committing crimes…

India knew of growing anti-Hasina sentiment but couldn't interfere: Jaishankar

India knew of growing anti-Hasina sentiment but couldn't interfere: Jaishankar

Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has indicated that Delhi was aware of the mounting discontent against Sheikh Hasina in Bangladesh leading up to the ouster of her government…

Submarine Cable Company's internet prices to fall by 10pc

Submarine Cable Company's internet prices to fall by 10pc

All-type internet prices of Bangladesh Submarine Cables PLC (BSCPLC) will decrease by 10 percent. This decision was taken at the company's board meeting yesterday (Saturday). As a…

BNP rejects linking July 2024 uprising to 1971 Liberation War

BNP rejects linking July 2024 uprising to 1971 Liberation War

BNP on Sunday submitted its proposal to the National Consensus on reforms, strongly opposing the inclusion of the July 2024 Uprising with same importance of the 1971 Liberation War…

BNP submits proposals on reforms to Consensus Commission

BNP submits proposals on reforms to Consensus Commission

The BNP on Sunday submitted its proposals to the National Consensus Commission on key recommendations from five reform commissions.     The party submitted its written…