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Quota protesters block major roads in Dhaka

News —16 July, 2024 15:32

Students from various private universities including North South University, Brac University, and Independent University, Bangladesh, have blocked the Merul…

Quota protesters block major roads in Dhaka

Students protest Hasina’s remark on quota movement

Quota protestors have gathered in front of Raju Sculpture on…

Students protest Hasina’s remark on quota movement
Accounts of Hasina’s aide Jahangir freezed

Bangladesh Bank has ordered the freezing of bank accounts belonging…

Accounts of Hasina’s aide Jahangir freezed

Hasina slams Ruqayyah hall students for chanting 'Razakars' themselves

Hasina slams Ruqayyah hall students for chanting 'Razakars' themselves

Day after expressing doubt on capabilities of girls at BCS and other competitive exams without quota system, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Monday slammed the female students of Dhaka…

Hasina wants India to implement Teesta project

Hasina wants India to implement Teesta project

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Sunday said she would like India to implement the Teesta project as it is related to the neighbouring country. “But I would prioritise that India…

Khaleda’s health condition 'unchanged'

Khaleda’s health condition 'unchanged'

The health condition of BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia, currently undergoing treatment at Evercare Hospital in the capital, remains unchanged.  "Madam (Khaleda) is still undergoing…

Quota protests lack justification: Hasan Mahmud

Quota protests lack justification: Hasan Mahmud

Foreign Minister Dr. Hasan Mahmud today described the quota issue as "sub judice" and expressed his view that the ongoing movement lacks justification. "The movement is like showing…

Hasina passes 'quota solution' to court

Hasina passes 'quota solution' to court

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has said that the government cannot take any action regarding the quota system until the court issues a solution. “The executive authority has nothing…

Quota protesters issue 24-hour ultimatum to govt

Quota protesters issue 24-hour ultimatum to govt

The quota protesters on Sunday issued an ultimatum to the government to take visible steps regarding their demand within 24 hours and withdraw the false case filed by police. Nahid…

Case against quota protesters 'could be' dropped

Case against quota protesters 'could be' dropped

Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan indicated on Sunday that the case filed against quota protesters could be dismissed if found to lack merit. "Anyone can file a lawsuit if aggrieved.…

Hasina calls China visit a pivotal moment in Bangladesh’s diplomatic endeavours

Hasina calls China visit a pivotal moment in Bangladesh’s diplomatic endeavours

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has said her recent visit to China is a pivotal moment in Bangladesh's diplomatic endeavours.  "My visit will be marked as a significant part of Bangladesh's…

Dhaka condemns attack on Trump

Dhaka condemns attack on Trump

Foreign Minister Hasan Mahmud on Sunday expressed deep concern and condemnation over the attack on former US President Donald Trump.  "We have deep concerns over the attack, and…

Students’ march towards Bangabhaban begins

Students’ march towards Bangabhaban begins

Students calling for the reform of the quota system in public service have marched towards Bangabhaban  on Sunday to submit a memorandum. Students from different universities…

Case filed against quota protesters

Case filed against quota protesters

A case has been filed at Shahbagh Police Station against quota protesters over "obstructing police work" and "vandalism" in Dhaka's Shahbagh.  Transport supervisor Khalilur Rahman…

Liberation war affairs minister backs quota reform 

Liberation war affairs minister backs quota reform 

Liberation War Affairs Minister AKM Mozammel Haque has expressed his support for the student-led movement across Bangladesh demanding for quota reforms in government jobs. "The anti-quota…

Quota protesters’ demands contradict constitution and state principles: Quader

Quota protesters’ demands contradict constitution and state principles: Quader

Road Transport and Bridges Minister Obaidul Quader today said that the demands and statements of the quota protesters contradict the constitution and the fundamental principles of…

Nabil Group colludes with mayor Liton for fortune

Nabil Group colludes with mayor Liton for fortune

AHM Khairuzzaman Liton, a presidium member of the Awami League (AL), and his business partner Shamsuzzaman Awal, a director of FBCCI, have close business ties with Nabil Group. This…