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Bank account details of Hasina and Rehana sought

The Bangladesh Financial Intelligence Unit (BFIU) has directed banks to provide detailed information on the accounts of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and her younger sister, Sheikh Rehana. In its official correspondence, the anti-money laundering agency also requested account

HC verdict declaring 'Joy Bangla' as national slogan stayed

The Supreme Court's Appellate Division today (Dec 9) stayed the High Court verdict that declared ‘Joy Bangla’ as the national slogan. A bench led by Chief Justice Syed Refaat Ahmed passed the order after a hearing of the state’s appeal. Additional Attorney

Met office predicts dry weather across Bangladesh

The Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) has forecasted predominantly dry weather across the country over the next 24 hours, starting from 9 am today (Dec 10). "Weather is expected to remain mainly dry with partly cloudy skies in some areas," the forecast added. A

India seeks stronger ties with Bangladesh: Misri tells CA

Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri has expressed New Delhi's intent to enhance engagement with Bangladesh's interim government and work collaboratively to strengthen bilateral ties between the two nations. “There’s no doubt about increasing engagement. We see

2 killed in Naogaon private car, drum truck collision

Two passengers of a private car were killed and two others injured in a head-on collision with a drum truck in Naogaon’s Manda upazila on Monday (Dec 9) afternoon. The accident occurred around 3:30 pm on the Naogaon-Rajshahi regional highway at Sahapukur, confirmed Manda Police

India keen to deepen ties with Bangladesh: Foreign Secretary Mishri

Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri has expressed India’s interest in working closely with Bangladesh’s interim government.  He expressed optimism about the bilateral relationship moving in a positive and constructive direction. Misri made these remarks on Monday

CA Yunus urges EU visa centers relocation to Dhaka

Chief Advisor (CA) Dr. Muhammad Yunus has urged European Union (EU) countries to move their visa centers from Delhi to Dhaka or a neighboring country.  He made the plea during a meeting with EU diplomats on Monday (December 9) at his office in Tejgaon, Dhaka. The meeting, which

Govt increases soybean oil price by Tk 8

The price of soybean oil rose by Tk 8 per liter in the local market on Monday (December 9). The announcement about the price hike was made during a press briefing on the edible oil situation, held in the conference room of the Ministry of Commerce. With this adjustment, bottled

SC to hear petition against 'Joy Bangla' slogan order tomorrow

The Supreme Court's Appellate Division will hear a state petition tomorrow seeking a stay on the High Court's order that declared "Joy Bangla" as Bangladesh's national slogan. A three-member bench led by Justice Md Ashfaqul Islam fixed the date after the case

Over 80,000 policemen politically recruited in 15 years: DMP Chief

Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) Commissioner Sheikh Md. Sajjad Ali said 80,000 to 90,000 members of the police were recruited politically over the past 15 years.  He made the remark during a press briefing at the DMP Media Center on Mintoo Road on Monday (Dec 9). Replying to a

EC urges youth turning 18 to register as voter

The Election Commission (EC) has urged individuals who will turn 18 by January 1, 2025, or are already 18 to become voters.  Eligible individuals are asked to contact their respective Upazila Election Officer’s office to complete the registration process. Director of

Met office predicts dry weather across Bangladesh

The Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) has forecasted predominantly dry weather across the country for the next 24 hours starting this morning. "Weather is expected to remain mainly dry with temporary partly cloudy skies," stated the forecast issued at 9 am today.

27 EU envoys to meet CA Yunus today 

Interim government chief adviser Muhammad Yunus will hold talks with 27 ambassadors of all the countries of the European Union—20 of them stationed in New Delhi in India and the seven in Dhaka today (December 9). The meeting is scheduled to begin at noon. In a briefing,

Bangladesh-India foreign secretary-level talks begin

The Foreign Office Consultation (FOC) between Bangladesh and India kicked off in Dhaka on Monday (December 9). According to sources, the meeting began around 11 am at the State Guest House Padma. Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri and Bangladesh's Foreign Secretary Jashim

Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri arrives in Dhaka 

Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri arrived in Dhaka this morning (December 9) for a significant high-level meeting between the two countries, marking the first of its kind since recent political changes in Bangladesh. A special Indian Air Force flight brought Misri and other

Education Adviser’s comment on election is personal: Press Secretary

Education Adviser Wahiduddin Mahmud’s remark regarding the upcoming national election is his personal opinion, said Deputy Press Secretary to the Chief Adviser, Apurba Jahangir.  He made the remark during a press briefing at the Foreign Service Academy on Sunday (Dec 8).

Woman arrested over Nazrul Murder

Members of police arrested a woman in connection with a murder case from Jashore District today (December 8).   Acting on a tip-off, Chawk Bazar Model Thana police conducted a drive arrested Sabina Akhter from Mirzapur Madhapara under Bagharpara police station along with two

Indian foreign secretary’s Dhaka visit aims to ease bilateral tensions

Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri is set to arrive in Dhaka on December 9 (tomorrow), amid bilateral tensions.  Many international relations experts in Bangladesh have expressed optimism regarding improved bilateral ties, underscoring this visit might ease the ongoing blaze

CA asks Meta to address disinformation campaign

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus on Sunday (December 8) asked Meta, the parent company of Facebook, to address the disinformation campaign against Bangladesh being carried out from certain countries to undermine the July-August mass uprising. “There’s a massive

Govt won't tolerate intrusion through borders: Home Adviser

Home Affairs Adviser Lt. Col (retd) Jahangir Alam said the government would not tolerate intrusions into the country through borders. He made the statement while speaking to reporters on Sunday after a law and order meeting at the Secretariat, ahead of New Year's Eve and Christmas