Dhaka, Mar 30 – Dhaka South City Corporation mayor Sayeed Khokon on Saturday directed the Bangladesh Fire Service and Civil Defence to ascertain whether the recent incidents of fire were acts of sabotage. He came up with the directive at…
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BNP slams govt for ‘failure’ to modernise fire service
Dhaka, Mar 30 – BNP on Saturday alleged that the government has failed to modernise the Fire Service and Civil Defence with modern life-saving equipment as it has only enhanced the capacity of law enforcers to “suppress the opposition”. Speaking…
B Chy for judicial commission to probe fire incidents
Dhaka, Mar 30 – President of Bikalpa Dhara Bangladesh (BDB) Dr AQM Badruddoza Chowdhury on Saturday called for forming a judicial probe commission to ensure proper investigations into the recent deadly fire incidents. In a statement, he also voiced deep…
Ctg BNP holds token hunger strike demanding Khaleda’s release
Chattogram, Mar 30 – The leaders and activists of BNP port city unit on Saturday observed a token hunger strike demanding immediate release of their chairperson Khaleda Zia from jail. The hunger strike was staged in front of the party’s…
Barisal Varsity VC says sorry for his remarks against pupils
Barishal, Mar 29 – Amid growing student protests, Barisal University Vice-Chancellor Prof Dr Imamul Haque on Friday expressed sorrows for his recent ‘offensive comment’. In a press statement signed by university public relations officer Faisal Ahmed, the VC requested the…
Dr Kamal for national commission to ensure building safety
Dhaka, Mar 29 (UNB) – Jatiya Oikyafront convener Dr Kamal Hossain on Friday suggested formation of a national commission to find out whether there is any lack of law in ensuring safe construction of high-rise buildings in the country. “We…
It’s no accident, but killing: BD minister about highrise fire
Dhaka, Mar 29 (UNB) – Terming the Banani fire a killing incident not any accident, Housing and Public Works Minister SM Rezaul Karim on Friday promised that stern actions will be taken against those responsible for it, no matter how…
Govt acting like a puppet: Fakhrul
Dhaka, Mar 29 (UNB) – Describing the Awami League-led government as a ‘puppet-one’, BNP on Friday alleged that bureaucrats are now ruling the country. “We all know who did what in the (December-30) election. Now, the state is being run…
Only a national government can prevent “no deal” Brexit
At the time of writing it seems unlikely that the Withdrawal Agreement will be accepted by Parliament on 29th March, the day originally set for the UK to leave the EU. Parliament has decided that in these circumstances it will hold…
Dr Kamal slams govt for ‘making economy bankrupt’ with loans
Dhaka, Mar 28 – Jatiya Oikyafront Convener Dr Kamal Hossain on Thursday alleged that the government is making the Bangladesh economy bankrupt by imposing a huge burden of loans on people in the name of develop projects. “The government is…
Govt move to shift Khaleda to Keraniganj inhuman: BNP
Dhaka, March 28 – The BNP has termed the government move to transfer party’s ailing chairperson Khaleda Zia to Central Jail in Keraniganj inhuman. “The construction work of Keraniganj prison is yet to be completed. There is no good arrangement…
Corruption-free BD depends on politicians: B Chy
Dhaka, Mar 28 (UNB) – President of Bikalpa Dhara Bangladesh (BDB) Dr AQM Badruddoza Chowdhury on Thursday said Bangladesh lacks a pro-people and corruption-free administration. Speaking at a discussion, he also said the country will completely be free from corruption…
Five Netrakona men awarded death for war crimes
Dhaka, Mar 28 (UNB) – The International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) on Thursday sentenced five war criminals of Netrakona, including Sheikh Abdul Mazid alias Mazid Maulana, to death for committing crimes against humanity during the Liberation War in 1971. A three-member…
Necessity of election will end if people do not vote: CEC
Noakhali, Mar 27 (UNB) – Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) KM Nurul Huda on Wednesday said the necessity of election will end if people do not participate in voting. “Ensuring people’s participation in elections is vital,” he said while addressing a…
Holey Artisan Bakery attack case hearing April 3
Dhaka, March 27 -The five gunmen, who attacked Gulshan’s Holey Artisan Bakery, shouted ‘Allahu Akbar’ as they launched their attack at the capital’s upscale neighbor-hood, a witness told the court on Wednesday. Dhaka’s Anti-Terrorism Special Tribunal heard the testimony of…
Khaleda’s health deteriorates further: BNP
Dhaka, Mar 27 (UNB) – BNP has accused the prison authorities of neglecting the health of jailed party chief Khaleda Zia, saying her condition has deteriorated further. “The jail authorities are not paying the due attention to Khaleda Zia’s health…
People no longer independent in Bangladesh: BNP
Dhaka, Mar 27 (UNB) – BNP on Wednesday alleged that people are no longer independent in Bangladesh as the Awami League government has revived “one-party rule” in the country. “Though we achieved independence (in 1971), we don’t have freedom any…
Govt betrayed martyrs, says Dr Kamal
Dhaka, Mar 27 (UNB) – Jatiya Oikyafront convener Dr Kamal Hossain on Wednesday alleged that the government has betrayed the martyrs of the Liberation War by “capturing power” without people’s mandate. “There’s no scope to exercise people’s right to franchise…
No more distortion of BD history: PM Hasina
Dhaka, Mar 27 (UNB) – Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Wednesday said no one can distort the country’s history and play ducks and drakes with the fate of the nation anymore. “Many generations read and learnt distorted history. Today, no…
Bangladesh Independence Day celebrated
Dhaka, Mar 26 – The nation celebrated the 49th Independence and National Day on Tuesday with a fresh vow to take Bangladesh towards prosperity with the Liberation War spirit. On March 26, 1971, Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur…
Dr Kamal for united movement to restore people’s rights
Dhaka, Mar 26 (UNB) –Jatiya Oikyafront convener Dr Kamal Hossain on Tuesday stressed the need for a united movement of people for the restoration of their rights and a democratic governing system. “We’ve been on a movement and we must…
Mamata greets Bangladesh on Independence Day
Dhaka, Mar 26 (UNB) – West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has greeted Bangladeshis on their 49th Independence Day. “Wishing all my brothers and sisters in Bangladesh a very happy Independence Day,” she wrote on her official Twitter handle. Bangladeshis…
President hosts Independence Day reception
Dhaka, Mar 26 (UNB) – President Abdul Hamid and his wife Rashida Khanom hosted a reception at Bangabhaban on Tuesday on the occasion of Bangladesh’s 49th Independence and National Day. Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina joined the reception programme held at…
President, PM pay homage to Liberation War martyrs
Dhaka, Mar 26 – President Abdul Hamid and Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina paid rich tributes to the martyrs of the War of Liberation by placing wreaths at the National Memorial on Tuesday morning, marking the 49th Independence and National Day.…
BNP’s student wing chief held for alleged derogatory remark
Dhaka, Mar 25 (UNB) – Members of Rapid Action Battalion (Rab) in a drive arrested a leader of Jatiyatabadi Cyber Dal (JCD) for spreading derogatory remark about the Liberation War and anti-state propaganda on social media. Ashek Ahmed, 40,…
Govt initiates move to make lists of Razakars, Al’Badrs
Dhaka, March 25 – Forty-eight years after the independence, the government has taken an attempt to make a “comprehensive list” of anti-Liberation War elements, Razakars and Al-Badr. On an earlier occasion, a number of such lists were prepared by the…
Govt destroyed Liberation War spirit: BNP
Dhaka, Mar 25 (UNB) – BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir on Monday alleged that the government has ‘destroyed’ the Liberation War spirit through repressive acts. “The spirit and ideals holding which people fought the Liberation War have been…
Nation celebrates Independence Day Tuesday
Dhaka, Mar 25 (UNB) – The nation is set to celebrate the 49th Independence and National Day on Tuesday vowing afresh to take the country towards prosperity with the Liberation War spirit. On March 26, 1971, Father of the Nation…
Be vocal against discrepancy, abuse of religion: Dr Kamal
Dhaka, Mar 25 (UNB) – Jatiya Oikyafront convener Dr Kamal Hossain on Monday urged all to be vocal against discrepancy and the abuse of religion to uphold the achievements of the country’s independence. “It’s unconstitutional to destroy unity abusing religions.…
Reach benefits of independence to villagers: PM
Dhaka, Mar 25 (UNB) – Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Monday said the prime aim of her government is to reach the benefits of independence to each house in villages. “Everyone will get a prosperous life… no one will be…