BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has demanded justice for the killing of Jubo Dal leader Tohidul Islam in Cumilla. On his verified Facebook page on Saturday morning, Fakhrul posted a photo card with the message, "Jubo Dal leader Tohidul Islam Hottar Bichar Chai" (We demand justice for the murder
Author: UNB, Dhaka
Baroness Rosie appointed as UK trade envoy to Bangladesh
Newly appointed British trade envoy to Bangladesh Baroness Rosie Winterton of Doncaster has said she looks forward to working closely with the Department for Business and Trade, the interim government and businesses in Bangladesh to further develop the key trade partnership between Bangladesh and the United Kingdom. "I am delighted to
govt reaffirms to counter propaganda, strengthen ties with US
The interim government has said they look forward to continuing to work with the United States and Bangladesh’s other friends and allies to combat efforts to manipulate the Trump administration and create divisions between countries through purely invented propaganda. "The Interim Government has complete confidence that President Trump and his team
India summons Bangladesh envoy in New Delhi
India on Monday summoned Bangladesh acting High Commissioner in New Delhi Md Nural Islam over border-related issues, a diplomatic source told Monday. The development came a day after Bangladesh ‘summoned’ Indian High Commissioner Pranay Verma and conveyed deep concern during a meeting at his office at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Some people trying to undermine national unity: Fakhrul
BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir on Saturday lamented that some individuals within the country are trying to create a rift in the national unity forged during the anti-fascist mass uprising. “There is no division among us. Unfortunately, however, some people in our country are now trying to sow discord
Bangladesh sees spike in crimes amid political shift
The sudden political transition on August 5 last year has led to a surge in criminal activities across Bangladesh, raising significant concerns among people. Data from the Police Headquarters reveals a sharp increase in violent crimes, including murders, robberies, and kidnappings, during the four months following the regime change compared to
Over 1.2m investors turned away from stock market in 8 years
Over 1.2 million investors have pulled out of Bangladesh's stock market in the past eight years, signalling a steep decline in market confidence. According to data from the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE), the number of Beneficiary Owner (BO) accounts has decreased significantly, with the total falling from 2.92 million in 2016
Yunus for focus on ethics in skilling young workforce
Dhaka-Chattogram highway in dire need of renovation
The Dhaka-Chattogram Highway, a lifeline for the country's trade and commerce, has been plagued by cracks and potholes, particularly along its Cumilla segment, causing serious disruptions to traffic and posing risks to road users. The 105-kilometre stretch from Chauddagram to Daudkandi in Cumilla is in an alarming state, with key sections
80 govt officials made OSD, 101 contractual appointments scrapped in 3 months
A total of 80 government officials, from assistant secretary to secretary levels, have been made officers on special duty (OSD) while the contractual appointments of 101 officials were scrapped in three months till October after the fall of the Sheikh Hasina-led government. This information was disclosed in a report published by