BNP senior leader Khandakar Mosharraf Hossain on Saturday expressed the expectation that a new government will come to power through a fair election in Bangla New Year.
Month: April 2018
BGB entertains BSF-men with sweetmeat on Pahela Baishakh
Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) entertained Border Security Force (BSF) members with sweetmeats here on Saturday on the occasion of Pahela Baishakh, the first day of Bangla New Year 1425.
Shab-e-Meraj observed
The holy Shab-e-Meraj is being observed in the country tonight (Saturday night) with due religious fervor.
Badruddoza Chy skeptical about fair polls
Bikalpa Dhara Bangladesh (BDB) President AQM Badruddoza Chowdhury on Saturday expressed his doubt about a free, fair and neutral election for the government’s ‘illogical and anti-democratic steps’.
PM Hasina greets Freedom Fighters on 1st of Baishak
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Saturday greeted all Freedom Fighters (FFs) of the country on the occasion of ‘Pahela Baishakh’, the first day of Bengali New Year-1425.
‘Kalbaishakhi sqalls sweep over capital Dhaka on 1st
A nor’wester coupled with a hailstorm swept the capital on Saturday, the first day of Bangla New Year, inflicting sufferings on the Pahela Baishakh revellers.
Why our freedom is in danger – how to save it
The world is in turmoil. From Russia, Turkey, and Egypt to the United States, authoritarian populists have seized power. As a result, democracy itself may now be at risk.
Integration of women migrants needs more attention
Non-EU women immigrants make up about six percent of the prime-age population (25-54 years old) in the EU15 countries. Their lack of integration into the labour market is not only a story of lost opportunity at an individual level. It…
‘Middle East: A threat to world peace and security’
The situation in the Middle East is in chaos — to such an extent it has become a threat to international peace and security.
UN cracks down on peacekeeping forces for HR
The United Nations, whose peacekeepers have come under increased scrutiny because of widespread charges of sexual abuse and human rights violations, claims it is now committed to ensuring that all personnel serving with the UN meet the “highest standards of…
Man hacked dead in Chuadanga
Dhaka – A man was hacked to death in a clash over a coconut tree dispute at Farmpara in Chuadanga district town on Friday night. The deceased was identified as Lalon, 34, son of Anar Ali of the town and…
BGB entertains BSF men with sweetmeats on Pahela Baishakh
Dhaka – Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) entertained Border Security Force (BSF) members with sweetmeats here on Saturday on the occasion of Pahela Baishakh, the first day of Bangla New Year 1425.
Youth held with Yaba pills, heroin in Sylhet
Dhaka – Rapid Action Battalion members arrested a young man along with 2,420 Yaba tablets and 58 grams heroin in Beanibazar upazila in Sylhet on Friday night.
7 of a new ‘militant group’ held in Chattogram
Dhaka – Members of Rapid Action Battalion (Rab) have arrested seven members of a newly floated militant group, ‘Deen Force Extreme’, from Kazir Deuri area in Chattogram.
Los Angeles FC beats Vancouver Whitecaps 2-0
Vancouver,(AP/UNB) – Carlos Vela and Diego Rossi scored in the second half and expansion Los Angeles FC beat Vancouver 2-0 on Friday night to end the Whitecaps’ 11-game Major League Soccer home unbeaten streak.
South American nations to vote for 2026 N America World Cup
Dhaka(AP/UNB) -The North American bid for the 2026 World Cup has gained the support of the 10 South American soccer nations.
Don’t let BNP-Jamaat like clique return to power: PM
Dhaka, April 14 – Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Saturday urged all to remain united so that evil forces like BNP-Jamaat clique cannot grab power as they will undermine the country’s heritage, culture and existence.
Quota system abolition not right decision, says Ershad
Nilphamari, April 14 – Jatiya Party Chairman HM Ershad on Saturday said it will not be right to fully abolish the quota system in government service.
US and allies attack Syrian ‘chemical weapons sites’
The US, UK and France have bombed multiple government targets in Syria in an early morning operation targeting alleged chemical weapons sites.
On the hunt for the photo that could change our future
Dear Mostafa, This photo above was taken as I perched on the edge of a Zodiac boat while on an expedition to Antarctica last month. While I tried to absorb the scale and beauty of these icebergs, it was also…
BCL reinstates its Sufia Kamal Hall unit president
Dhaka, April 13 – Bangladesh Chattra League (BCL) has reinstated Iffat Jahan Isha as the president of Kabi Sufia Kamal hall of Dhaka University (DU) , two days after she was expelled with allegation of breaking the rules of BCL.
Hilsa not exhorbitant
Dhaka, April 13 – A good supply and relatively lower demand of national fish Hilsa is less than the previous year but other fishes shot up further on the eve of Pahela Baishakh. The Bengali New Year’s Day will be…
BD. UNHCR sign MoU on Rohingya repatriation
UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, and the Bangladesh government on Friday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) relating to the voluntary returns of Rohingya refugees once the conditions in Myanmar are conducive.
PM Hasina flies to KSA, UK on Sunday
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina leaves here on Sunday on an eight-day official visit to Saudi Arabia and the United Kingdom.
Bring down interest rates to promote investment: PM
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Friday asked bankers to bring down the interest rates of loan to single digit to boost investment in the country.
Violent storm uproots pillars stones of Taj Mahal
A violent storm has destroyed two ancient pillars at the entryways to the Taj Mahal, an official said Thursday, underscoring the fragility of the centuries-old marble monument to love.
Quader says, Tarique’s plot to put govt in trouble foiled
Alleging that BNP acting Chairman Tarique Rahman instigated students over their quota reform movement to push the government into an awkward situation, Awami League General Secretary Obaidul Quader on Friday said Prime Minister’s bold step has foiled the BNP’s plot.
15000 people in Dhaka cleaning to set Guinness world record
Over 15000 people joined a cleaning campaign in the city arranged by Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC) aiming to set a new Guinness World Record.
Pahela Baishakh Bangla New Year’s Day Saturday
Pahela Baishakh, the first day of Bangla calendar, will be celebrated across the country on Saturday amid festivity and gaiety.
Hilsa pricier ahead of Pahela Baishakh
Hilsa was selling at much higher prices at city kitchen markets on Friday, just one day ahead of Pahela Baishakh, following a high demand of the delicious fish.