US Ambassador in Dhaka Marcia Stephens Bloom Bernicat on Sunday said a democracy can only achieve its full potential with ample and safe space for free expression, opposition voices, and political dialogue. “Freedom of expression and dissent are critical contributors…
Accusing Begum Khaleda Zia of burning people to death to fulfill her high political ambition, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today called upon the womenfolk of the country to be vocal and resist the act of the BNP chairperson. “The BNP…
A court of Dhaka on Sunday heard charge framing in the case filed in connection with the killing of blogger Ahmed Rajib Haider and fixed March 18 to decide on whether the eight accused of the case would be indicted…
BNP joint secretary general Salahuddin Ahmed yesterday alleged that the government is trying to mislead the people and the international community with their intentional militancy campaign only to hide the political crisis it has created by holding a lopsided election…
Danielle Nierenberg March 8th is International Women’s Day, and this year’s theme is “Make it Happen.” All over the world, there are innovative women inspiring us at Food Tank. International Women’s Day is an opportunity to celebrate the success and…
Malaysia’s Prime Minister Najib Razak has said that his country remains committed to finding flight MH370, on the first anniversary of its disappearance.
Genetic influences on autism are estimated to be between 74-98%, a Medical Research Council study of 258 twins suggests.
A man who normally performs as a Mick Jagger tribute act will compete for the UK in May’s Eurovision Song Contest.
New Zealand made it five wins from five at the World Cup as a six-wicket win in Napier eliminated Afghanistan from quarter-final contention.
This year, the International Women’s Day is being observed on 8th March with the theme “Empowering Women – Empowering Humanity: Picture It!” This year’s event also marks the 20th anniversary of the landmark Fourth World Conference on Women in Beijing…
At least one person is dead as an overloaded trawler has sank in the Meghna River in Brahmanbarhia, police say. Four other passengers are missing. Ashuganj Police Station OC Abu Zafar said vessel named sideways and sank near the Ashuganj…
By Thalif Deen UN N Mar (IPS) – The meeting is billed as one of the biggest single gatherings of women activists under one roof. According to the United Nations, over 1,100 non-governmental organisations (NGOs) and more than 8,600 representatives…
Mostafa Kamal Majumder A round-table held at a hotel in Dhaka city on Saturday underlined the need for dialogue but only after what its participants are reported to have said the end of ‘violence’. As reported, the speakers have called…
A Dhaka court on Saturday granted police 10 days to interrogate Nagorik Oikya Convener Mahmudur Rahman Manna in a case filed on sedition charges. The fresh remand came only two days after police finished grilling him in another case. Gulshan…
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina said on Saturday her government was showing utmost patience to make BNP leader Khaleda Zia understand the consequences of her destructive politics and killing of innocent people. She said Khaleda Zia is giving directives from her…