Two cases were filed on Thursday over the attack on Hindu houses by Hefajat-e-Islam Bangladesh supporters in Sunamganj’s Shalla Upazila centring on a Facebook post.
Year: 2021
DU Chhatra League president vows to resist anti-Modi protest
Bangladesh Chhatra League’s (BCL) Dhaka University unit President Sanjit Chandra Das on Thursday said they would resist anti-Modi protests on the campus.
Lack of entomologists weaken fight against mosquito menace
The city corporations of the country do not have an entomologist on their payroll yet, although their research is crucial for controlling the mosquito population.
Niko graft case against Khaleda adjourned for Moudud’s death
The Ninth Special Judge Court of Dhaka Thursday fixed March 25 for submission of a report about the death of BNP Standing Committee member Barrister Moudud Ahmed in the Niko graft case against BNP Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia
Inequality, COVID-19 and the Plight of the Young
By Jan Lundius STOCKHOLM / ROME, Mar 16 2021 (IPS) – Inequality characterizes the world we live in, predisposing how we act and think. We perceive our existence as composed of dichotomies – men and women, young and old, black…
Concerns Mount over Dramatic Deterioration in Yemen Conflict
The United Nations Special Envoy for Yemen has warned that the world’s worst humanitarian crisis, is rapidly deteriorating as Yemenis, including women and children, face hunger, injury and death.
Man ‘self immolates’ to avert arrest
A man died after setting himself on fire at the remote Gotiar village river island to escape arrest on Wednesday afternoon, police said.
Woman tortured for failing to pay interest on loan
A video went viral on social media platforms Wednesday, of a woman tied against a tree and getting verbally as well as physically assaulted.
We salute Bangabandhu on his birth centenary
The historic 6-point programme announced after the 1965 India-Pakistan War was the turning point that showed the people the dream of self-determination.
BCB optimistic to organize Mujib 100 T20s
DHAKA – The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) is optimistic to organize T20 matches between World XI and Asia XI as the birth centenary celebrations of Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman was extended till December this year. As…
All events of BCB in Mujib Year to be named after Bangabandhu
DHAKA -The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) president Nazmul Hassan Papon, MP, revealed that all of the events-both domestic and International to be held in Mujib Year, organized by his board will be named after Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh…
Shakib, Tamim pay tribute to Bangabandhu on his birthday
DHAKA – Bangladesh cricket stars Shakib Al Hasan and Tamim Iqbal paid a glowing tribute to Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Raman on his 101st birth anniversary, terming him as the greatest person who still keeps inspiring millions.…
Tigers reach Dunedin to play first ODI against New Zealand
DHAKA -The Bangladesh national cricket team today reached Dunedin, which is the venue of their first ODI against New Zealand. BCB chief selector Minhajul Abedin Nannu confirmed the news, saying that the players will have two days practice here before…
Khizir Hayat’s wife moves Speedy Trial against Quader Mirza
Judge Soyeb Uddin Khan of the tribunal ordered Companiganj Police Station’s officer-in-charge to investigate the allegations and submit a report within 10 working days.
New elected committee of Baridhara Society
The Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Baridhara Society was held on February 27, 2021, at Baridhara Park.
Bangabandhu’s birth centenary celebration
Not only is it Bangabandhu’s birthday – that political giant of a man, the taller of the tallest heroes, who triggered independence for Bangladesh back in 1971.
Journalist AZM Anas passes away
AZM Anas, Economic Editor of The Financial Express, died of cardiac arrest on Tuesday morning. He was 45.
BNP leader Barrister Moudud Ahmed dies
BNP standing committee member Moudud Ahmed passed away at Singapore’s Mount Elizabeth Hospital on Tuesday. He was 81.
Charge hearing against Golden Monir in arms case
A Dhaka court on Tuesday fixed March 29 for hearing on charge framing against Monir Hossain alias Golden Monir in an arms case.
3 patients killed in Dhaka Medical College Hospital fire
At least three patients were killed in a massive fire that broke out at the intensive care unit (ICU) of Dhaka Medical College Hospital on Wednesday morning.
Maldivian President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih arrives in Dhaka
Maldivian President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih arrived in Dhaka on Wednesday morning to attend the golden jubilee celebrations of Bangladesh’s independence.
Birth centenary: President, PM pay homage to Bangabandhu
President Abdul Hamid and Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Wednesday paid tributes to Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman
RU employees demand resignation of treasurer
Rajshahi University employees on Tuesday staged a demonstration in front of the admin building of the university demanding the resignation of their treasurer.
Variation key in thriving in New Zealand condition: Miraz
DHAKA – Bangladesh off-spinner Mehidy Hasan Miraz emphasized on variation to succeed in New Zealand condition as per the advice of the spin bowling consultant Daniel Vettori. He said Vettori, the former New Zealand captain and one of the best…
Bangladesh to play 1st match against Kyrgyzstan U-23 team
DHAKA – Bangladesh will play their opening match against Kyrgyzstan U-23 team in the tri-nation invitational tournament that will begin from March 23 at Dasharath Stadium in Kathmandu, Nepal. All Nepal Football Association (ANFA) has taken all sorts of preparation…
Shakib blessed with 3rd baby
DHAKA – Bangladesh ace all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan was blessed with a baby boy on Monday. Shakib confirmed the news in his verified facebook page, saying that his two daughters Alayna and Errum are ecstatic to have their own baby…
BTF’s 10-day special sports programmes begins tomorrow
DHAKA – The Bangladesh Taekwondo Federation (BTF) has taken step to organize a ten-day special sports programme beginning from tomorrow to mark the birth centenary of Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, said a Bangladesh Taekwondo Federation press…
BFF to observe Bangabandhu’s 101 birth anniversary tomorrow
DHAKA – The Bangladesh Football Federation (BFF) has chalked out elaborate programmes tomorrow to observe the 101 birth anniversary of Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman. The day begins at Quran khwani at BFF Bhaban from 9.30 am,…
Police bar students from marching towards Law Ministry
Dhaka, Mar 16 (UNB) – Police on Tuesday obstructed leaders and activists of some left-leaning organizations near the secretariat while they were marching towards the Law Ministry to stage protests over writer Mustaq’s death in custody and abolition of the…
Covid situation worsening: Another 26 die in 24 hours
Dhaka, Mar 16 : As the Coronavirus infection cases keep rising in Bangladesh, 26 more deaths and 1,719 new cases were reported in 24 hours till Tuesday morning, mounting concerns among people.