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Ex-DMP chief among 8 accused in probe report

The investigation agency has submitted a full report to the International Crimes Tribunal, accusing eight people in connection with the Chankharpul mass killing case during the anti-discrimination student movement in the capital. This is the first full report submitted to the tribunal

Chinese envoy meets CA to advance bilateral cooperation

Chinese Ambassador to Bangladesh Yao Wen met with Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus on Sunday (April 21) at the State Guest House Jamuna in Dhaka to follow up on the outcomes of the Chief Adviser’s recent visit to China. During the meeting, both parties reviewed key

3 arrested over university student murder in Dhaka

Three people were arrested in connection with the murder of Parvez, a student of Primeasia University in Dhaka’s Banani area. The arrestees are Alvi Hossain Junayed, Al Amin Sami, and Al Kamal. Banani Police Station Officer-in-Charge (OC) Rasel Sorowar confirmed the matter on

Internet price reduced at 3 tiers

The price of internet services is being reduced at three new wholesale levels, according to Faiz Ahmad Taiyeb, Special Assistant to the Chief Adviser and in charge of the Posts, Telecommunications and Information Technology Division. He shared the development on Facebook on Monday

EC extends deadline for political party registration

The Election Commission (EC) has decided to extend the deadline for new political parties to submit their registration applications for the upcoming general election. The new deadline is set for June 22.  This extension was made in response to requests from various political

BNP wants 3rd term eligibility for PM after a break

Leaders of BNP today (April 20) said they want a person to be eligible again for the prime minister post for the third term after taking a break following serving in this position for two consecutive tenures. BNP leader Salahuddin Ahmed told media on Sunday that there is no logic for

‘Pakistan was never enemy of Bangladesh’

Pakistan has taken various steps to renew its strained relationship with Bangladesh. As part of this effort, Foreign Secretary Amna Baloch has visited Dhaka, and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar will arrive on April 27. However, ahead of the Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar’s visit experts

‘Except Israel’ on passports a bold symbol of solidarity: Palestinian Envoy

Palestinian Ambassador to Bangladesh Yousef S.Y. Ramadan has expressed deep appreciation for the country’s resounding support for Palestine amid Israel’s ongoing military campaign in Gaza. In an exclusive interview with Banglanews at the Palestinian Embassy in Dhaka on

Schoolgirl killed after being hit by train in Narsingdi

A schoolgirl died after being hit by a train in Narsingdi on Sunday (April 20) afternoon.  The accident occurred on the railway tracks in front of a mosque in the Bilashdi area of Narsingdi town. The deceased was identified as Sumaiya Akter, 16. Sumaiya was the daughter of

Local Govt Reform final report submitted to Chief Adviser

The Local Government Reform Commission submitted its final report to Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus today (April 20). Commission members formally handed over the report to the head of the interim government at the State Guest House Jamuna in the afternoon, according to Deputy

Politically harassed victims can apply case withdrawal at law ministry

The government decided that a victim of politically motivated harassment cases can now directly apply to the Solicitor of the Law and Justice Division under the Ministry of Law for the withdrawal of such cases. This decision was made at the 11th meeting of the committee on withdrawal

Sufiur Rahman appointed as special assistant to CA

Mohammad Sufiur Rahman has been appointed as the special assistant to the chief adviser of the interim government, the Cabinet Division announced. An official notification said he will have the rank and status of a state minister. As per the Rules of Business, 1996, he has been given

Top criminal arrested in Jashore

Members of Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) have arrested a top listed criminal from the Chowgachha upazila in Jashore on Saturday night (April 19).  The arrestee Ayub Hossain Babu, 40 is accused in at least six cases, including charges of robbery. RAB members disguised themselves

Train shortage disrupts Railway services in East Zone

Railway authorities have failed to improve services and expand routes based on passenger demand, as a result, 37 local and DEMU trains are currently suspended in the East Zone due to a shortage of engines, coaches, and crew. According to Bangladesh Railway, the East Zone currently

July uprising: Legality of police order to arrest accused challenged

A writ petition has been filed with the High Court challenging the legality of a directive issued by the Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) requiring prior approval from senior officials before making arrests in cases related to the anti-discrimination movement. Supreme Court lawyer Md

CA thanks officials for hassle-free Eid

Chief Adviser (CA) Professor Muhammad Yunus held a meeting on Sunday with officials from Ministries of Power, Energy and, Road Transport and Bridges and Railways at the State Guest House Jamuna in Dhaka. Professor Muhammad Yunus during the meeting congratulated the officials for

NCP holds first meeting with EC

National Citizens' Party (NCP), a newly formed political party by students, held its first meeting with the Election Commission (EC) on Sunday (April 20). The meeting led by Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Md Alamgir began at 12:30 pm.  A five-member NCP delegation,

Met office predicts rain at many places across Bangladesh

The met office has forecast rain or thundershowers with lightning and gusty winds in a few areas of Chattogram and Sylhet divisions, and at one or two places elsewhere across the country over the next 24 hours, starting from 9:00am today. Weatherman Shahanaj Sultana said that both day

Dhaka rejects Delhi’s claim over Bhabesh's death in Dinajpur

The Bangladeshi government has firmly dismissed India's assertion that the recent death of Bhabesh Chandra Roy in Dinajpur reflects a broader pattern of religious persecution. Responding to the remarks made by India’s Ministry of External Affairs, Chief Adviser Professor

Reconsider travel: US revises advisory for Bangladesh

The US State Department has updated its travel advisory for Bangladesh, urging American citizens to reconsider travel to the South Asian nation due to ongoing civil unrest, crime, and terrorism.  This advisory, issued Saturday (April 18), maintains a Level 3 warning for most of