Dhaka, April 26 – Leaders of quota reform movement on Thursday issued an ultimatum to the government for issuing a gazette notification on abolishing the quota system in government job as per the prime minister’s words within April. Otherwise, they…
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Faction of pro-AL teachers to besiege JU VC office
Savar (Dhaka), April 26 – A faction of Awami League-leaning teachers of Jahangirnagar University (JU) yesterday launched fresh programs denouncing alleged assault to their fellows during a protest on April 18 and controversial dean-provost appointments. Amid the ongoing demonstrations, former…
PM leaves for Sydney via Thailand
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who left Dhaka for Sydney on Thursday afternoon on a three-day official visit to Australia at the invitation of her Australian counterpart Malcolm Turnbull, reached Suvarnabhumi International Airport in Thailand.
No army deployment in city elections: EC
The Election Commission (EC) today said army will not be deployed in local government elections, including in Gazipur and Khulna city corporation polls scheduled to be held on May 15.
No link between citizenship and passport: DG Passport
In the wake of controversy over Tarique Rahman’s passport, the director general (DG) of the Department of Immigration and Passports (DIP) on Thursday said there is no connection between ‘citizenship and surrendering a passport’.
Memorial to African Americans who were lynching
In a plain brown building sits an office run by the Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles, a place for people who have been held accountable for their crimes and duly expressed remorse.
Ex-BNP minister M Shamsul Islam dies at 87
Dhaka, April 26 – Former Information Minister M Shamsul Islam died at a city hospital on Thursday. He was 87. Shamsul Islam, also a former BNP standing committee member, breathed his last at United Hospital at 1:40 pm, said his…
Tarique no longer a Bangladesh citizen: Anisul
Dhaka, April 26 – Law Minister Anisul Huq on Thursday said BNP acting chairman Tarique Rahman is no longer a Bangladeshi citizen.
BNP slams AL leaders’ India visit
Dhaka, April 26 – BNP on Thursday alleged that a 19-member Awami League delegation went to India as part of the party’s ‘desperate move’ to hold another ‘lopsided’ general election in the country with interference by others.
Hold elections by dissolving Parliament, resigning from govt: BNP
Dhaka, April 25 – BNP leaders Wednesday demanded holding next general elections by dissolving the present parliament and after resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.
21 young AL, BNP leaders complete DI fellowship together
Dhaka, April 25 – The Democracy International (DI) on Wednesday organized a graduation ceremony under the `Young Political Leaders Fellowship Program’ and awarded certificates to 21 young leaders affiliated with Bangladesh Awami League and Bangladesh Nationalist Party at the Long…
BNP forms human chain for Khaleda’s release
Dhaka, Apr 25 – As part of its seven-day political programme, BNP on Wednesday formed a human chain in the city demanding its chairperson Khaleda Zia’s release from jail.
Trump and Macron hint at new Iran nuclear deal
US President Donald Trump and his French counterpart Emmanuel Macron have suggested there could be a new agreement on Iran’s nuclear programme.
Authoritarian govts tighten grip on press freedom
By Sopho Kharazi ROME, Apr 22 2018 (IPS) – The 25th celebration of World Press Freedom Day will be led by UNESCO and the government of Ghana in Accra on May 2-3. The theme is “Keeping Power in Check: Media,…
President Hamid begins second term in office
Dhaka, April 24 – President M Abdul Hamid on Tuesday evening took oath as head of the state for the second consecutive term.
Gazipur, Khulna city polls: Candidates get symbols
Gazipur, April 24 – The Election Commission (EC) on Tuesday distributed the electoral symbols among the candidates of Gazipur and Khulna City Corporation polls billed for May 15.
‘AL does not expect external interference in polls’
DHAKA, April 24 – Awami League General Secretary Obaidul Quader today said his party does not expect any foreign interference in the next general election as the people are the source of strength of the party.
Police lathi-charge and foil BNP demonstration in city
Dhaka, April 23 – Police on Monday foiled a demonstration organized by Dhaka (South) unit of the BNP in front of the north gate of Baitul Mukarram.
Pro-BNP teachers demand students’ security at DU
Dhaka, April 23 – Pro- BNP teachers of Dhaka University (DU) on Monday protested against the harassments of university’s residential hall students and demanded security for the students who were involved in quota reformation movement.
Jaamat man off in favour of BNP candidate in Gazipur
Dhaka, April 23 – An Independent mayoral candidate who submitted his nomination paper as Mohanagar Unnayan Parishad’s candidate, withdrew his candidature from upcoming Gazipur city corporation election. He withdrew his candidacy by a written application to Returning Officer of Gazipur city…
BNP leaders meet Minister for Khaleda’s better treatment
Dhaka, April 22 – The BNP on Sunday requested Home Affairs Minister Asaduzzaman Khan to ensure better treatment of party’s ailing chairperson Khaleda Zia at United Hospital, a private hospital in the city.
Tarique surrenders BD nationality, says Shahriar
State Minister for Foreign Affairs M Shahriar Alam has said Tarique Rahman, now acting chairman of BNP and living in London, surrendered his nationality by handing over his Bangladesh passport.
One killed, six bullet-hit in city clash
One person was killed and 10 others injured, six of them with bullets, during a clash between two rival groups on the bank of Balu river at Badda area in the city on Sunday.The deceased was identified as Kamruzzaman Dukhu,…
BNP stages demo in city seeking Khaleda’s release
Leaders and activists of BNP Dhaka North City unit staged a demonstration in the city on Sunday seeking their ailing chairperson Khaleda Zia’s release from jail.
Give befitting reply to BNP-Jamaat propaganda: PM Hasina
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Sunday urged the leaders of All European Awami League to give a befitting reply to BNP-Jamaat’s propaganda abroad against Bangladesh and the government.
‘Khaleda’s treatment outside jail after consulting doctors’
Dhaka, April 22 – Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal on Sunday said that the government will take decision about the further treatment of BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia outside the jail after consultation with expert doctors.
Drone shot down near Riyadh palace
Saudi Arabian security forces said they had shot down a recreational drone in the capital after online videos showing gunfire in a neighbourhood where royal palaces are located sparked fears of possible political unrest. The Riyadh police spokesman, quoted by…
Armenian leaders face crunch talks after protests
The organiser of anti-government protests in Armenia says he will hold talks with Prime Minister Serzh Sargsyan early on Sunday. Nikol Pashinyan has been leading calls for Mr Sargsyan to resign over a constitutional change that opponents say is an…
Rape accused killed in Satkhira ‘gunfight’
Satkhira, Apr 22 (UNB) – An accused of a rape incident was killed in a reported gunfight with police at Hijaldi village at Kolaroa Upazila of Satkhira early Sunday.
Govt’s foreign policy has failed: Fakhrul
Dhaka, Apr 21 – The BNP on Saturday alleged that the government could not resolve the Rohingya crisis and some outstanding problems with India due to its ‘utter diplomatic failure’.