A bill has been placed in parliament to repeal the controversial Section 18(A) of the Bank Resolution Act. The current government had added the provision to allow former and controversial directors of the merged Sammilito Islami Bank to return. Following widespread criticism, the provision is now set to be removed. Finance Minister Amir Khasru Mahmud […]
Cabinet reshuffle draws mixed reactions, more changes may be coming
The government has carried out its first cabinet reshuffle six months into its term. Shortly after Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir was sworn in as president on Friday, three new full ministers and two state ministers took oath. One state minister was promoted to full minister. At the same time, one minister was given a different […]
Aug 21 blast probe, trial: Skewed from the get-go
Twenty-two years after the August 21 grenade attack, the case remains one of the most consequential unresolved cases in Bangladesh’s history. The attack on an Awami League rally that day in 2004 in Dhaka killed 24 people and injured nearly 300. Yet, despite years of investigations, conflicting narratives under successive governments, and death sentences for […]
Councillor Ekramul killing: Bodi, 3 others shown arrested, sent to jail
ICT orders notices in newspapers directing Sheikh Hasina and six other fugitives to surrender The International Crimes Tribunal-2 today sent former Cox’s Bazar-4 MP Abdur Rahman Bodi and three retired army officials to jail after showing them arrested in a crimes against humanity case over the killing of Teknaf councillor Ekramul Haque in an alleged […]
Police ASI among 2 arrested with 5,310 yaba pills in Dhaka’s Uttara
Police have arrested an assistant sub-inspector and another man with 5,310 yaba pills in Dhaka’s Uttara. The arrestees are Md Shafiqul Islam, 43, an assistant sub-inspector at Pallabi Police Station, and Wasim, 24. Faim Uddin, officer-in-charge (OC) of Dakshinkhan Police Station, said police raided the area near Azampur kitchen market early Monday based on a […]
RMG faces stiffer competition, rising cost: BB
Bangladesh’s garment exports increased 11 percent year-on-year to $10.10 billion during the April-June quarter, the Bangladesh Bank said yesterday in its quarterly review. However, the central bank warned that the sector faces rising production costs and stiffer competition from rival exporting countries amid persistent global economic uncertainty and geopolitical tensions. “Going forward, export diversification, value-added […]
Repatriation deadlock pushes Dhaka to rethink Rohingya policy
Nine years after the mass Rohingya exodus into Bangladesh, hopes of returning home have faded into deepening uncertainty, with repatriation stalled, violence continuing in Myanmar’s Rakhine State and a worsening humanitarian crisis pushing growing numbers of refugees towards dangerous sea journeys. More than 1.2 million Rohingya are now living in 32 camps in Ukhiya and […]
Exploring the Elements of a Comprehensive Newspaper
Introduction to Comprehensive Newspapers In today’s fast-paced world, newspapers serve as essential sources of information, fostering a sense of community through various sections. A comprehensive newspaper covers critical local and global events, offering readers diverse perspectives on significant issues. Key Sections of a Newspaper A well-rounded newspaper consists of multiple sections tailored to cater to […]
Exploring the Vital Elements of a Comprehensive Newspaper
Introduction to Newspaper Essentials In today’s fast-paced world, newspapers continue to play a crucial role in delivering news and information. A comprehensive newspaper encompasses various sections that cater to the diverse interests of its readers. This article delves into key elements that make up a well-rounded newspaper. Local and World News A vital aspect of […]
Exploring the Local Beaches and Communities
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