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Three banknotes to be changed gradually

Observer online report

Finance adviser Dr Salehuddin Ahmed has said that the fragile banknotes denomination of Tk 5, Tk10 and Tk 20 will be gradually replaced, as these notes have become significantly worn out. Replying to question on the possible government measures about these torn and dilapidated currency and bank notes, he said that it often happens as ...

BNP’s Salahuddin apologises for ‘inadvertently’ riding in S Alam’s vehicle

Observer online report

BNP Standing Committee member Salahuddin Ahmed offered an apology to the country’s people on Monday for what he termed “inadvertently using a vehicle owned by the S Alam Group”."I would have exercised more caution had I known the vehicle belonged to a specific company. Nevertheless, I apologise if I hurt the feeling and sentiment of ...

12kg LPG cylinder price increased by Tk44

Observer online report

The price of a 12 kg liquefied natural gas (LPG) cylinder has been increased by Tk 44 to Tk1,421 for September at the consumer level.The Bangladesh Energy Regulatory Commission at a press briefing said that the price would be effected from Monday evening. The price hikes for liquefied petroleum gas for the third consecutive months.Earlier, ...

Death toll from floods reaches to 67

Observer online report

A total of 67 people, including 42 men and seven female and 18 children, have died due to the recent flood that affected 11 districts across the country, the report from Disaster Management and Relief Ministry said on Monday.So far, the floods have claimed 26 lives in Feni, 17 in Cumilla, six in Chattogram, 11 ...

ACC to probe graft allegations against ex-MP Shimul

Observer online report

The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has taken initiative to inquiry the corruption and money laundering allegations against former lawmaker Shafiqul Islam Shimul from Natore-2.An ACC sources said that Shimul is accused of embezzling government funds through irregularities and corruption, laundering money abroad, and purchasing property in Canada.Besides, Shimul allegedly amassed wealth beyond known sources of income.Earlier, ...

Gono Odhikar Parishad gets EC registration

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Gono Odhikar Parishad on Monday got its registration with the Election Commission, with ‘Truck’ as its electoral symbol.It was founded by some 2018 quota reform movement activists and former Ducsu vice president Nurul Haque Nur is the president of party. A notification, signed by Election Commission Secretary Shafiul Azim, mentioned that according to the provisions ...

Travel ban imposed on ex-18 ministers, 8 MPs

Observer online report

A Dhaka court has issued a travel ban on former 18 ministers and eight members of parliament, including the former foreign minister of the Awami League government Mohammad Hasan Mahmud.Dhaka Metropolitan Senior Special Judge Mohammad Ahs-Shams Jaglul Hossain passed the order on Monday after hearing two separate applications.The ban has been imposed on include – ...

Six killed in police firing in Habiganj

Observer online report

Six people were killed in a clash between police and the agitators in Baniachang upazila of Habiganj on Monday. The deceased were Hasan, 12, Ashraful, 17, Muzakkir, 40, Nayan, 18, Tofazzal, 18, and Sadikur, 30.Witnesses said protesters brought out a procession from LR High School in the morning and were marching towards Boro Bazar area. ...

Six die after hotel owned by Jashore AL leader set on fire

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At least six people died and 20 others were injured after unidentified miscreants set fire to a hotel owned by local Awami League leader in Jashore on Monday afternoon. The hotel named Zabeer International is owned by District Awami League General Secretary Shaheen Chakladar, according to media report.Jashore Fire Service Assistant Director M Mamun said ...

Mashrafe’s Narail residence vandalised

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Miscreants vandalised and set fire to the house of lawmaker Mashrafe Bin Mortaza of Narail-2 constituency on Monday.They also set fire to Narail district Awami League office and vandalized District Awami League President Subash Chandra Bose’s houses. Meanwhile, miscreants vandalized the residence of Shamim Osman, the Member of Parliament for the Narayanganj-4 constituency and also ...