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Two cops detained under Cyber Security Act

Two cops were detained on Monday for allegedly tarnishing the image of the police force by spreading hatred in communities and thus harming communal harmony by uploading various posts on social media platforms. Police rounded up Nayek Sajib Sarkar from Rajarbagh Police Line in Dhaka at

2 sisters drown in Cox’s Bazar pond

Two sisters drowned while taking bath in a pond in Kahariaghona Sikdarpara area of Chakaria Municipality of Cox’s Bazar on Monday. The victims were identified as Miftahul Jannat,10 and Sanjida Hossain Imu,8, daughters of Zamir Uddin, a resident of  Kahariaghona Sikdarpara of

CA asks police, experts to find solutions to traffic problems

Chief Adviser (CA) Professor Muhammad Yunus today (Sep 16) asked police and experts from the country’s elite engineering university to find solutions to traffic congestions in the capital. He gave the directive during a meeting with top police officials of Dhaka Metropolitan

Asaduzzaman Noor, Mahbub lands in jail over Siam murder

A court in Dhaka today (Sep 16) sent former minister for cultural affairs Asaduzzaman Noor and former state minister for civil aviation and tourism M Mahbub Ali to jail in a case filed over the death Siam Sarder, 17, in Dhaka's Mirpur area during quota reform movement on July 18.

Indian citizen detained for vandalising temple in Faridpur

Police on Monday (Sep 16) claimed to have detained an Indian citizen for his alleged involvement in vandalising a temple in Bhanga Upazila of Faridpur. The accused, Sanjib Biswas, 45, son of Nishi Kanto Biswas from Nadia, India, has been sent to a Faridpur court in connection with the

ICT receives five more complaints against Sheikh Hasina

The International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) has received five fresh complaints of murder, genocide and crimes against humanity against a total of 228 people including ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. ICT prosecutor Gazi MH Tamim confirming the matter to media said the complaints were

201 Bangladeshis write to 3 world leaders to stop border killing

A total of 201 Bangladeshi expatriates have written to the world's three top leaders to put an end to the spate of killings by Border Security Forces (BSF) on the Bangladesh-India border. The three leaders are United Nations (UN) Secretary-General António Guterres, European

Bangladesh must meet four conditions to avail WB loan

The World Bank (WB) is providing Bangladesh with $1000 million to overhaul the country's banks and economic sector, as well as to strengthen its central bank. However, to get this loan, Bangladesh must first meet four conditions. A World Bank delegation placed their four

Heavy rainfall likely in Dhaka, 3 other divisions: Met office

Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) today (Sept 16) predicted that the deep depression over India's West Bengal and adjoining areas will move west-northwestwards and gradually weaken. Monsoon activity is prevalent over the country, with strong conditions prevailing over the

Former state minister Mahbub Ali arrested

Former state minister for civil aviation and tourism Md Mahbub Ali has been arrested in Dhaka. He was apprehended in the Segunbagicha area on Sunday night, the Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) said. The former state minister was held in a case filed with Jatrabari police station, the

Eid-e-Miladunnabi today

The holy Eid-e-Miladunnabi, the birth and demise anniversary of Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him), is being marked today (September 28) amid massive religious festivity and fervour. On this day in 570, the 12th of Rabiul Awal of the Hijri calendar, Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) was born

Journalists Mozammel Babu, Shyamal Dutta detained

Journalists Mozammel and Shyamal Dutta Haque Babu were detained in Dobaura border area under Mymensingh district. Local residents detained them on Sunday night while fleeing to India. They are currently at the Dobaura Police Station in Mymensingh. Along with them, Ekattor

Chief Adviser visits army headquarters

Chief Adviser to the Interim Government Professor Dr Muhammad Yunus today (Sep 15) visited the army headquarters in Dhaka for the first time.   On his arrival, Chief of Army Staff General Waker-Uz-Zaman welcomed the Chief Adviser, according to an ISPR press release. Foreign

DCs instructed to ensure peace at shrines

In response to recent attacks on shrines in the country, the Ministry of Religious Affairs has instructed all deputy commissioners (DCs) to take necessary steps to maintain peace and order at shrines. The directive was issued on Sunday through a letter from the ministry’s

Govt fixes egg, chicken retail prices

The government has fixed the retail prices of one piece egg at Tk11.87, per kilogram sonali chicken at Tk269.64 and per kilogram broiler chicken at Tk179.59. A letter signed by Director General of Department of Livestock Dr Mohammad Reajul Huq in this regard was issued on Sunday (Sep

ADB to provide $400 million to Bangladesh

Finance adviser to the interim government Dr Salehuddin Ahmed on Sunday (Sep 15) said that the Asian Development Bank (ADB) would provide $400 million to Bangladesh as budget support within December. The finance adviser made the remark shortly after ADB Senior Adviser Edimon Ginting,

CA seeks US support in Bangladesh rebuilding

Muhammad Yunus, the Chief Advisor (CA) to the interim government today (Sep 15) sought supports from the US to rebuild Bangladesh, carry out vital reforms and bring back stolen assets. He sought the assistance when a high-powered US delegation met him at the State Guest House Jamuna in

Int'l Crime Tribunal to be reformed soon: Chief Prosecutor

International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) chief prosecutor Md Tajul Islam today (Sep 15) said the tribunal would be reconstructed soon. He said, "The reconstitution may take place in the next one week. I had a meeting with the law adviser in this regard last week." “Unless

Tarique Siddique makes billions through commission deals

Architect of “Aynaghar” Major General (retired) Tarique Ahmed Siddique, former security adviser to ex-Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, has allegedly laundered billions of taka abroad. Allegations have surfaced that Tarique Siddique and his wife Shahnaz Siddique embezzled

Met office forecasts rainfall over the country

Bangladesh Meteorological Department predicted light to moderate and moderately heavy to very heavy rainfall with temporary gusty wind at places over all eight divisions of the country in the next 24 hours commencing 9 am today. "Light to moderate rain or thunder showers