Undoubtedly a relaxed environment can foster creative ideas. But when this so-called creativity is applied against the shabby wall of the city, the situation turns into mere nuisance.  It could hardly be found any person denying the fact that nowadays Dhaka is getting a new look due to

Right to health is an inseparable right to life. Without ensuring right to health, right to life carries no meaning. It is said that the meaning of health is actually understood by those are sick and suffering from ailment.  The right to health is not independent; rather it is

The scarcity of water has been getting worse since the winter has ceased. The crisis has reached to its peak resulting immeasurable sufferings to the life and livelihood of the city dwellers with severe outbreak of dieses. We cannot think of life without water. So city life is getting

Forced begging in many underdeveloped countries is an issue of concern for global rights defenders. It is the easiest way of living in those countries arising out of poverty, famine, destitution asn so on existing in those countries. Senegal is one of those country in the world which face

24 March 2012- The Supreme Court will go on a two week long spring vacation on March 25. Both the Appellate and High Court Divisions of Supreme Court will reopen on April 7 after the vacation. Meanwhile, 7 High Court benches were formed for hearing and disposing of urgent cases during the

Women are the in the most vulnerable condition in the world. It is obvious in the war times. Even after the war, they continue to suffer the most. They endure the unbearable sufferings in post war situation in addition to the war time state of affairs. This is true to every region around

17 March 2012- Opposition BNP leader Salahuddin Quader Chowdhury detained for his alleged involvement with the crimes against humanity has been kept under observation in National Heart Institute and Hospital in the city for on Saturday morning. The family members of the BNP leader said he

Possessing and doing any discrimination merely basing on race, caste, color and family status is not only a disease of mind but also a disease of society. Society is an abstract thing, it is a concept of civil atmosphere which we, the people make into shape under the caption or figure as

10 March 2012- Chairman of the Homeland Security Committee of the United States of America Congressman Peter T. King assured that his country would continue lending its support to the incumbent government of Bangladesh in protecting democracy, curbing terrorism and carrying out war crimes

Freedom of expression is a human right which is recognised by the constitution of many countries of the world. The constitution guaranteed freedom of speech and expression for the every citizen of Bangladesh[i]. It also guaranteed freedom of press[ii].These rights are appreciated and

03 March 2012- Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Barrister Shafique Ahmed categorically said the directives of High Court did not hinder the freedom of the press as well as right to information. The law minister also claimed that the court only asked to publish objective

25 February 2012- Minister of Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs Barrister Shafique Ahmed has said that there is none to keep detained without due process of law in relation of trial of war crimes in the country. He replied the same in a letter sent from UN working group on 23

The prerogative of mercy is an important constitutional safeguard not only in Bangladeshi criminal justice system but also in many countries of the world mostly in the common law legal system. It provides a special avenue for criminal cases to be considered by the President or the Head of

It was pleasing to see the news in the banglanews24.com that Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) transferred two police officers for their alleged involvement with torture following a High Court order. When a senior advocate drew attention of the court regarding torture of the grandson of the

18 February 2012- Speaker of the Parliament Advocate Abdul Hamid questioned the provision of permission for filing cases of corruption against the government servants. He also said that it is only the president who is constitutionally privileged from any legal action. banglanews24.com 19

Recently Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina requested the European Union to nominate Nobel Laureate Prof Muhammad Yunus as the president of the World Bank considering his experience, merit and worldwide recognition. No doubt it is one of the best proposals of our premier. How far this proposal

11 February 2012- ‘The trial of war criminals is a matter of time. The nation will stand against any attempt to frustrate the trial of the perpetrators. Justice AFM Mejbah Uddin asserted the same as a chief guest in a discussion organized by Khulna Professional Coordination Council.

From previous issue... Section 13(3) of the Act encompassed the jurisdiction of the civil court in respect of the information commission. The commission can issue summons to anyone to enforce the attendance of persons and also can compel to produce oral and written documents or other

While reading an article on accountability of international NGO in the Guardian, the thought of NGOs working in Bangladesh came immediately in my mind. From women empowerment to basic education, NGOs have contributed profoundly in the development of Bangladesh. They have been recognised

04 February 2012- The Inspector General of Police has ordered the Deputy Commissioners of Dhaka Metropolitan Police to be more vigilant about law and order of the city. Speaking at a program at police headquarter, he reiterated the need to be more watchful to maintain law and order in the