Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Monday reaffirmed her vow to make the country's upcoming national election free, fair and neutral truly reflecting the will of the people. "There are some people who talk about free, fair and neutral election. But the country has witnessed free and neutral elections whenever the Awami
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BNP kept no scope for compromise:Obaydul Quader
Awami League General Secretary and Road Transport and Bridges Minister Obaidul Quader said that negotiating with the BNP is not possible violating the constitution. He made the remark at a press briefing after a meeting with the pre-election delegation of the United States in the capital today (October 9). "The US delegation
Bangladesh becomes role model for women empowerment: Palak
State Minister for ICT Zunaid Ahmed Palak Monday said that Bangladesh has emerged as a role model for women's progress and empowerment due to the government's pragmatic measurers taken in the past 14 and a half years. "Due to Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's prudent leadership and her well designed plans, Bangladesh
BNP’s movement threat turns into mockery: Quader
Awami League (AL) general secretary Obaidul Quader Friday said BNP's threat of movement has turned into a mockery to the country's people. "Before diminishing of the relish of a series of its failed ultimatums, BNP has again given a ridiculous ultimatum for its so-called one-point demand," he said in a statement. Quader,
BNP is out to foil next general elections: Quader
Awami League General Secretary Obaidul Quader Monday said BNP is now involved in a deep rooted conspiracy to foil the upcoming 12th general elections and destroy the polls environment. “In the continuity of the past, they (BNP) want to make the elections and the electoral process questionable by standing against democratic
Dhaka-Delhi collaboration stressed to deal with cyber threats
Speakers from Bangladesh and India emphasized for enhancing the skills and capabilities of individuals engaged in technology-related tasks to safeguard digital space in the face of fast-growing cyber-attacks and threats at a function today. They stressed that more collaborative endeavors for sharing knowledge and experiences, along with offering exercises and training
Rohingya Crisis: US seeks sustained pressure on Myanmar
US Under Secretary for Civilian Security, Democracy, and Human Rights Uzra Zeya has called on the international community to maintain pressure on Myanmar's military regime to end the Rohingya crisis, and create the conditions for their voluntary, safe, dignified, and sustainable repatriation in the future. "We have a shared responsibility to
Bangladesh-US ties ‘outstandingly cordial: FM
Foreign Minister Dr AK Abdul Momen has described Bangladesh's relationship with the United States as "outstandingly warm and cordial," but noted that some quarters are trying to inject bitterness into this relationship through lies. The foreign minister said that the United States believes in democracy and human rights. "So, there is similarity
BNP declares anti-govt programmes for next 15 days
The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has announced new for the next 15 days (19 September-3 October) demanding the resignation of the government, dissolution of the parliament, reinstatement of a caretaker government, and the release of party chief Khaleda Zia. The party will hold 11 more rallies in Dhaka, including 8 rallies