Bangladesh recorded a 13.3% year-on-year increase in remittance inflows during the first 11 days of May, with $922 million sent by expatriates, according to the latest data from Bangladesh Bank (BB).This compares to $814 million received during the same period
The interim government of Bangladesh has issued a gazette notification banning all political activities of Awami League and its all wings under the provisions of Anti-Terrorism Act. The gazette notification, confirming the ban, was issued on Monday, marking a historic
The government has issued Anti-Terrorism (Amendment) Ordinance 2025, empowering authorities to ban not only individuals and entities involved in terrorism but also any activity supporting them, including through media and online platforms.The ordinance was promulgated by President Md Shahabuddin under
Convener of Jatiya Nagorik Party (NCP), Nahid Islam, stated that building a new Bangladesh is futile without first drafting a new constitution that reflects democratic reforms and ensures fundamental rights for all citizens.Speaking at a discussion titled “Seven Proposals of
Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus has approved the Anti-Terrorism (Amendment) Ordinance 2025, introducing new legal provisions that allow the government to ban the activities of individuals and organisations linked to terrorism.The draft ordinance received both in-principle and final approval during
Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus on Sunday urged all concerned government bodies to act swiftly and in close coordination to ensure Bangladesh’s timely and successful transition from Least Developed Country (LDC) status.Speaking at a high-level review meeting at State Guest
The Advisory Council of Bangladesh interim government has decided to ban all political activities of Awami League, the country’s oldest and one of its largest political parties, citing national security and ongoing war crimes proceedings.The decision was made during an
Interim Government's Advisory Council convened an emergency meeting on Saturday night at the state guest house Jamuna.The meeting began at 8:00 PM, as confirmed earlier by the Press Wing of Chief Adviser’s office.While the agenda of the meeting has not
BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman on Saturday called for stringent legal measures against those responsible for repeatedly undermining Bangladesh’s constitution by establishing illegitimate governments and parliaments.Speaking at a Buddha Purnima event hosted by BNP at its Chairperson’s office in Gulshan,
Secondary school students across Bangladesh will enjoy a 19-day holiday starting June 1, combining Eid-ul-Azha break with the scheduled summer vacation, as per the 2025 academic calendar.The vacation will run from June 1 to June 19 for both public and