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● HSC, equivalent exams postponed in CTG board areas ● A Leader who connects with children ● Bridge collapse cuts Rangamati-Bandarban road link ● Bandarban extends closure of tourist spots until July 15 ● Bangladesh overhauls savings certificate tax rules ● PM joins Dhaka Medical College's 80th anniv ● Floods-landslides kill 26 in Cox's Bazar

Mamunur Rashid

Senior Staff Reporter

Mamun is the Senior Staff Reporter focused on crime issues at the Daily Observer since March ’2014. Previously, he served as Staff Reporter of the New Nation and bangla Daily Ajkar Kajoj.
Mamun can be reached at [email protected]

Probe expands into abuses during 1/11 caretaker rule

Mamunur Rashid

The list of perpetrators of various crimes, including illegal activities, harassment of political party leaders, vote rigging, disappearances, murders, and extortion from businessmen, is getting longer during the 1/11 during the army-backed caretaker government.Those listed who are in the country

Bus fare hike ignites outrage among Eid travellers

Mamunur Rashid

As millions of Bangladeshis heading towards home to celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr with families, passengers are facing rampant overcharging on buses and minibuses, with fares for long-distance routes from Dhaka reportedly soaring by Tk 500-1,600 above official rates.Despite assurances from the government

Tight securities in Dhaka as millions leave for Eid

Mamunur Rashid

Law enforcement agencies have put in place stringent, round-the-clock security measures across Dhaka as millions of residents leave the capital to celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr, raising concerns over the safety of largely vacant neighborhoods.With an estimated 15 million people expected to depart

Opening stalled as CAAB faces admin gridlock

Mamunur Rashid

Even 15 days after Prime Minister Tarique Rahman's announcement, the Civil Aviation Authority of Bangladesh (CAAB) has made little headway on opening the third terminal at Shahjalal International Airport (HSIA) in Dhaka. Meanwhile, the ministry and CAAB have yet to

Speculation rife over cop reshuffle

Mamunur Rashid

A major shake-up in the police administration appears imminent as the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) government moves to recalibrate key state institutions after returning to power. Sources say a final list of proposed changes has already reached the Prime Minister's

9 lakh law enforcers set for election duty

Mamunur Rashid

Almost 900,000 personnel of security forces, including military and paramilitary forces will be deployed nationwide to maintain law and order during 13th national parliamentary election to ensure a peaceful, free, fair and credible polling environment slated for February 12.To strengthen

Navy secures Bay boundary, excels in biodiversity policing

Mamunur Rashid

Bangladesh's only coral-bearing island, St Martin's, is seeing cleaner beaches, quieter nights and clearer waters as stricter government rules begin to bite. With tourism curbed, the Bangladesh Navy is maintaining round-the-clock security while enforcing environmental regulations across the island and

Navy to guard 23 upazilas, 2 cities in nat’l polls

Mamunur Rashid

The Bangladesh Navy has deployed necessary contingents in 23 coastal upazilas and two city corporations across eight districts to perform law-and-order duties during the 13th National Parliamentary elections.Nearly 5,000 naval personnel have been deployed to ensure overall security in 16

Navy beefs up security around St Martin's

Mamunur Rashid

Saint Martin's Island, often called the Pearl of the Sea, is not just a coral gem but also one of Bangladesh's most strategically sensitive maritime frontiers. Here, the Bangladesh Navy maintains a year-round presence, ensuring national security and the protection

Targeted killings stun ahead of election

Mamunur Rashid

Intelligence agencies are warning of a sharp rise in violent crimes, including targeted killings and politically driven attacks, in the weeks leading up to the national election. Law enforcement officials say recent incidents across the country appear to be early